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By Ajuluchukwu Brown, Abuja The decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to head to the Court of Appeal following last week’s Federal High Court judgment has once again thrust Nigeria’s electoral process into a critical constitutional debate ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the heart of the dispute is the judgment delivered by Justice M.G. Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which nullified portions of INEC’s revised timetable and guidelines for the 2027 elections. The court ruled that the commission lacked the legal authority to compel political parties to submit membership registers and databases by…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The Federal Government has directed the immediate opening of all sections of the Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Road to ease the movement of travelers during the Eid al-Adha celebrations. The directive followed the declaration of Wednesday and Thursday, May 27 and 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid al-Adha festivities. According to a statement issued on Monday, the Honourable Minister of Works, Senator Engr. David Umahi, CON, instructed the contractor handling the road project, Infiouest Nigeria Limited, to ensure unrestricted access along the highway to facilitate smoother and safer journeys for commuters traveling during the festive…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has commissioned a new 300MVA, 330/132kV power transformer at the Katampe 330/132/33kV Transmission Substation in Abuja, significantly increasing electricity transmission capacity to the Federal Capital Territory and surrounding areas. The commissioning ceremony, held on Sunday, May 24, 2026, marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the national grid and improve power delivery to consumers. With the installation of the new transformer, the capacity of the Katampe Substation has risen from 450MVA to 750MVA. The upgrade is expected to provide more bulk power for the Abuja Electricity…

•••as Nigerian Children Demand Free Education, Inclusion By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that any nation that listens to its children is laying a solid foundation for a stronger future, as Nigeria commemorated the 2026 National Children’s Day celebration with renewed promises of inclusion, protection, education and youth empowerment. Speaking through the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, during the national celebration in Abuja, President Tinubu described Nigerian children as “the pride of the republic” and “custodians of tomorrow’s promise.” The President said the voices, dreams and aspirations of Nigerian children…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to commemorate this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. The announcement was made on Monday by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. According to the statement, the declaration underscores the Federal Government’s respect for the Islamic faith and the spiritual significance of Eid-ul-Adha to millions of Muslims in Nigeria and across the world. The government extended warm greetings and congratulations to Muslim faithful in the country and…

By| Goodluck E Adubazi, Abuja President Tinubu acknowledges losing sleep and weight, sharing in Nigerians’ hardship due to economic reforms. He accepts APC’s 2027 presidential ticket….

https://youtube.com/shorts/c_WP-xfT7Hs?si=W40MbUuyMwfazFYJ Tension erupted in Kogi Central Senatorial District on May 21, 2026, following the disruption of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, primary elections by suspected thugs allegedly linked to former Senator Ahmed Salau Ogembe. Party members described the incident as a “daylight robbery of democracy,” alleging that armed men carted away sensitive election materials, forcing the exercise to a halt. Viral videos circulating online reportedly showed the suspects making demands in Ebira language while chaos unfolded at the Kogi State ADC Secretariat. Witnesses said eligible voters had queued across several wards from early morning until mid-afternoon before learning that the…

By Adeka Sulieman Fresh controversy has continued to trail the recent All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary election in Kogi West, following allegations of result manipulation and forgery involving key political figures connected to the process. According to claims emerging from within the party, a presidential aide, Yetunde Adeniji, alongside former APC Chairman in Kogi State, Hon. Abdullahi “Dollars,” has been accused by aggrieved stakeholders of involvement in the alleged alteration of the primary election result. Yetunde Adeniji, who reportedly served as secretary of the May 18 senatorial primary election panel and is regarded as a longtime ally of former…

By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has reported a strong financial performance for the first quarter of 2026, posting a 25 per cent increase in net income as the Bank expanded lending activities and strengthened support for African and Caribbean economies amid global economic uncertainty. According to the Group’s unaudited financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026, net income rose to US$268.9 million, compared with US$215.4 million recorded during the same period in 2025. Gross income also climbed to US$874.1 million, up from US$784.9 million a year earlier. The Cairo-based development finance institution said…

By Ajuluchukwu Brown, Abuja Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi West Senatorial District have appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, security agencies, and the leadership of the party to ensure a transparent review of allegations surrounding the recently concluded senatorial primary election. The stakeholders expressed concern over claims of alleged result manipulation and forgery, stressing that addressing the issue transparently would help preserve confidence in the democratic process and strengthen unity within the party ahead of the general elections. According to party officials, Senator Sunday Karimi emerged as the winner of the APC primary election for…