A support group, APC Volunteer, has endorsed President Bola Tinubu's decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election, describing the move as a sign of confidence, stability and continuity in government. The group's National Director-General, Victor Walsh Oluwafemi, stated this in a statement issued on Monday. He …
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has officially confirmed Deputy Governor Murtala Sule Garo as his running mate for the 2027 governorship election. The announcement comes ahead of the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) deadline for political parties to submit the names of their candidates for the 2027 elections. Governor Yusuf made the announcement during …
The Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) July 11 deadline for political parties to submit the nomination forms of their presidential and National Assembly candidates through its online nomination portal has exposed deep cracks within some opposition parties. As the deadline approached, parties grappling with leadership disputes raced to secure recognition from the electoral commission, with …
The Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has said he will challenge the recent Court of Appeal judgment on the party's leadership crisis at the Supreme Court, insisting that the ruling does not affect his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election. In a statement issued on Monday by his …
Governor Seyi Makinde, the presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples' Movement (APM), has selected Ibrahim Adamu Bala as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election, completing the party's presidential ticket. Information uploaded to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) nomination portal shows that Bala, 51, is from Bauchi State, giving the party a North-South …
Global oil prices have surged again, rising to $78 per barrel following the renewed tensions between the United States and Iran, leading to a declaration of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Tehran. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, the world's most critical maritime chokepoint, has raised fears over disruptions to shipping …
Governor commends security forces as Presidency confirms eight kidnappers arrested and others killed during rescue operation Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has said the immediate priority of his administration is to reunite the teachers and pupils rescued from kidnappers in Oriire Local Government Area with their families and provide them with the support needed …
The digital media giant says the deal strengthens MultiChoice's position across Africa with expanded global reach and resources. MultiChoice has officially become a wholly owned subsidiary of Canal+, marking the completion of the acquisition and ushering in a new phase for one of Africa's largest pay television operators. The announcement was made in a …
Nigeria's solid minerals exports rose to N354 billion in 2025, reflecting significant growth driven by ongoing reforms aimed at repositioning the mining sector as a major contributor to the nation's economy. The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Solid Minerals Development Fund (SMDF), Hajiya Fatima Shinkafi, disclosed this while delivering the maiden Annual …
Disu says implementation requires consultations, capacity building as Nigeria reaffirms commitment to UN peacekeeping Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tunji Ditsu has said the proposed establishment of state police will bring law enforcement closer to communities, deepen intelligence gathering and strengthen collaboration between federal and state security institutions. Speaking with journalists in New York on …
