Ondo consoles Kwara over Woro attack

Ondo State Government has condoled with its Kwara counterpart and people over the attack on Woro community, which led to the loss of innocent lives and disruption of peace. A statement by the Information and Orientation commissioner, Mr Idowu Ajanaku, described the incident as painful, disturbing and a sad reminder of the security challenges confronting […]

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Outcry grows over e-transmission ahead of Senate’s emergency session

NLC threatens mass action, election boycott over e-transmission dispute SERAP petitions CCB to probe alleged removal of e-transmission provisions Afenifere, CUPP fault Senate stance, warn of risks to electoral integrity Youth coalition, northern groups caution against weakening transmission reforms Sowore backs planned protest at N’Assembly over electoral bill Senate leadership rallies lawmakers ahead of decisive […]

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Ghana recalls envoy to Nigeria over alleged electoral malpractice

Ghana has recalled its High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Ahmed, following allegations linking him to electoral malpractice during a party primary election at home. The recall was ordered by President John Mahama and announced in a presidential statement issued on Saturday. According to the statement, the directive took immediate effect, with the Ministry of Foreign […]

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Makinde, Wike camps set for showdown at PDP HQ today

Wike, Makinde The planned reopening of the Peoples Democratic Party national secretariat at Wadata Plaza, Abuja, by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike-backed caretaker committee through police intervention on Monday has sparked concerns over potential confrontations. On Thursday, the national secretary of the Wike-backed PDP faction, Samuel Anyanwu, speaking after a closed-door […]

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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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