Politics

President Bola Tinubu has encouraged candidates dissatisfied with the recent Edo State governorship election results to pursue their grievances through the courts. This statement follows the announcement of Senator Monday Okpebholo from the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner, confirmed by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).In a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu congratulated…

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has expressed deep concern over the recent Edo State governorship election, alleging widespread electoral malpractices by the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Fintiri, who heads the Edo PDP National Campaign Council, accused the APC of colluding with INEC and security forces to…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially rejected the results of the Edo State governorship election held on September 21, 2024, citing significant irregularities in the electoral process. PDP candidate Asue Ighodalo secured 247,274 votes, placing second to the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Monday Okpebholo, who was declared the winner by the Independent National…

Following ongoing protests, the Alliance of Nigerian Students Against Neo-Liberal Attacks (ANSA) is gearing up for a nationwide mobilization to shut down the University of Ibadan (UI) in response to rising tuition fees. The student body accuses the university management, as well as state and federal governments, of neglecting their legitimate demands.ANSA has called for…

Ighodalo’s concerns highlight the importance of timely logistics and efficient electoral processes to ensure a smooth voting experience for all. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate, Asue Ighodalo, has expressed dissatisfaction over the late arrival of election materials at his polling unit.Speaking to journalists at Polling Unit 3, Ward 1, Idimirio Skill Acquisition Centre,…

Ighodalo’s concerns highlight the importance of timely logistics and efficient electoral processes to ensure a smooth voting experience for all. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate, Asue Ighodalo, has expressed dissatisfaction over the late arrival of election materials at his polling unit.Speaking to journalists at Polling Unit 3, Ward 1, Idimirio Skill Acquisition Centre,…

Ighodalo’s concerns highlight the importance of timely logistics and efficient electoral processes to ensure a smooth voting experience for all. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate, Asue Ighodalo, has expressed dissatisfaction over the late arrival of election materials at his polling unit.Speaking to journalists at Polling Unit 3, Ward 1, Idimirio Skill Acquisition Centre,…

I have just read a most sensational story about the EFCC saying it is still looking for Bello with a view to arraigning him next Thursday. This afterthought step is most unprofessional for God’s sake. I want to believe that the EFCC’s Executive Chairman, Mr Olanipekun Olukoyede, a brilliant lawyer and regulatory compliance consultant who…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has announced that payments for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) offtake from the Dangote Refinery in September 2024 will be made in U.S. dollars. Starting October 1, 2024, these transactions will shift to the Nigerian naira in accordance with the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA).NNPC’s Chief Corporate Communications Officer,…

The Youth Rights Campaign (YRC) has criticized Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the recent increase in feeding fees at Lagos Model Colleges, which has risen from N35,000 to N100,000. This 186% hike has led to widespread condemnation from parents and prompted protests at various model colleges, including Eva Adelaja Girls Grammar School in Bariga.The…