Why APC has not officially welcomed Fubara — Chairman

The All Progressives Congress has explained why the newly-defected Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has not yet been officially welcomed into the party. Speaking on TVC on Sunday, APC National Chairman, Prof Nentawe Yilwatda, said the delay is part of a strategic plan to manage regional sensitivities, particularly in northern states. Explaining the party’s schedule […]

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Electoral Act standoff: Senate calls emergency plenary as protests loom

The Senate has announced an emergency plenary sitting for Tuesday amid mounting public outrage over its recent passage of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, particularly the rejection of a clause mandating real-time electronic transmission of election results. This decision was disclosed on Sunday in a statement signed by the Clerk of the Senate, Emmanuel Odo, […]

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Adelami Pays Glowing Tribute to Wife Abosede on Birthday, says ‘You’re My Greatest Source of Strength’

Ondo State Deputy Governor, Dr. Olayide Adelami, has paid an emotional tribute to his wife, Abosede, on her birthday today, describing her as his greatest source of strength, encouragement, and enduring companionship. He reflected on their journey together, noting that her unwavering love, patience, and steadfast support have remained a constant pillar in his life […]

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Senate to hold emergency sitting Tuesday over election results transmission

The Senate will hold an emergency plenary sitting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 over the mode of transmitting election results by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. Senate Clerk, Emmanuel Odo. announced the planned sittingin a statement on Sunday, saying that all senators have been invited the emergency plenary sitting, which will start at 12 […]

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IPOB cancels sit-at-home in South East

The proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra has said that its leader, Nnamdi Kanu, ordered the total cancellation of the Monday sit-at-home across the South-East, with effect from February 9, 2026. This was disclosed by the IPOB spokesperson, Emma Powerful, in a press statement issued on Sunday. He added that the directive came directly from Kanu. […]

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Catholic Bishop Calls For True Christian Witness

By John Dike c Osogbo The Catholic Bishop of Osogbo Diocese Most Reverend Dr John Akinwumi Oyejola has charged Christians in Nigeria to rise above religious labels and become true agents of moral transformation, stressing that injustice and corruption—not religion remain the country’s greatest problems. Delivering a homily during a Lenten service, the bishop noted […]

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Oyinlola at 75th Birthday Says Only Death Can Take Golf from Him

Adeleke Vows To Turn Ileogbo Golf Course into Tourist Centre By John Dike, Osogbo Former Governor of Osun State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola, has declared that only death can separate him from the game of golf, reaffirming his lifelong commitment to sports development in Nigeria. He made the declaration while speaking at a special golf tournament […]

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Rejection of Electronic Transmission of Results Is Ploy to Rig Election — Osun ADC

By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State’s Chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the rejection of electronic transmission of election results, describing the move as inconsistent, illogical, and contrary to the spirit of electoral transparency, especially given the continued use of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) and the INEC Result Viewing Portal […]

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INEC Registers Two New Political Parties

Warns Against Internal Leadership Crises By John Dike, Osogbo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has registered two new political parties, raising the total number of registered political parties in Nigeria to 21. However, it warned that persistent internal leadership crises within parties pose a serious threat to democratic consolidation ahead of the 2027 General […]

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