Politics
Our Politics section delivers clear, accurate, and balanced coverage of political developments at the local, national, and international levels. From government policies and legislative decisions to elections, diplomacy, and leadership changes, we provide timely updates and thoughtful analysis. Stay informed on the issues that shape societies and impact everyday lives, with reporting grounded in facts and context.
Tinubu Accepts Yakubu’s Exit as INEC Chairman, Confers CON Honour
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally accepted the departure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral...
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Tinubu Poised to Unveil Prof. Joash Amupitan as INEC’s New Chairman
President Bola Tinubu is poised to announce Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National...
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Presidency Awaits Court Ruling Before Acting on Minister Nnaji’s Certificate Forgery Allegations
The Presidency has stated that it will not take immediate action against the Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Uche...
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Nigeria’s Electoral Problems Stem from Judicial Interpretation, Not Technology—Senator Abaribe
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, representing Abia South in the National Assembly, has declared that Nigeria's electoral challenges are rooted not in...
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Nigeria’s House of Representatives Explores Single-Day Election System to Improve Voter Turnout
Nigeria's House of Representatives is considering a constitutional amendment that would consolidate all elections in the country into a single...
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Atiku Abubakar Denies Plans to Step Down for Younger Candidate in 2027 Presidential Race
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed reports suggesting he plans to withdraw from the 2027 presidential election in favor...
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ADC Condemns Independence Day Parade Cancellation as Sign of Presidential Disconnect
The African Democratic Congress has criticized the Federal Government's decision to cancel the 65th Independence Anniversary parade, describing it as...
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Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Returns to Office, Accuses Akpabio of Treating Her Like “Servant”
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has returned to her National Assembly office following the unsealing of the facility after her six-month suspension,...
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Senate Grants Suspended Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Access to Office as Resolution Looms
The National Assembly has granted suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan access to her office and the National Assembly premises, signaling a...
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Peter Obi Criticizes First Lady’s Birthday Library Appeal as National Indictment
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticized First Lady Remi Tinubu's request for Nigerians to donate toward completing the National...
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Fubara Schedules State Broadcast Following Return to Rivers Government House
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced a state broadcast scheduled for 6 p.m. on Friday, following his return to...
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ADC Lagos Dismisses Concerns Over Seyi Tinubu’s Rumoured Governorship Bid
The Lagos State chapter of the Action Democratic Congress has declared that it is not preoccupied with speculation surrounding Seyi...
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Rivers Assembly Votes to Probe Emergency Rule Finances as ADC Condemns Presidential Actions
The Rivers State House of Assembly has resolved to investigate the state's financial management during the six-month emergency rule administered...
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Rivers State Remains Calm as Governor Fubara Prepares to Resume Office
Rivers State maintained a calm political atmosphere on Wednesday following President Bola Tinubu's announcement ending the six-month emergency rule, with...
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