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By|Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday paid a high-level solidarity visit to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), raising alarm over what both parties described as increasing political pressure on opposition groups across the country. The PDP delegation said the visit was prompted by recent political attacks targeting opposition parties, warning that such developments pose a serious risk to Nigeria’s democratic framework. According to the party, similar pressures have been experienced within its ranks in recent times, underscoring what it called a “shared threat” to political plurality. Speaking during the meeting, members of…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially released the timetable for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream II Orientation Course, outlining key dates and safety guidelines for prospective corps members across the country. According to the scheme’s management, the three-week orientation exercise will be conducted simultaneously in all 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory. The programme is scheduled to begin with the reception and registration of prospective corps members on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, and will close at midnight on Friday, April 24, 2026. The swearing-in ceremony for participants mobilized…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs), including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), BudgiT, Impact – Bridge, ActionAid Nigeria, and other advocacy groups, has issued a strong warning to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accusing his administration of endangering citizens’ livelihoods through persistent breaches of Nigeria’s fiscal laws. At a press conference held in Abuja, on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the External Conference Hall, ActionAid, Abuja, the Coalition of the Civil Society group raised alarm over what it described as “systemic failures” in the country’s public finance management,…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja ActionAid Nigeria has strongly condemned the Federal Government’s proposed allocation of ₦135.22 billion for post-election litigation ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing it as a troubling signal that Nigeria’s electoral process is being set up for failure. In a statement issued Tuesday in Abuja, the organisation said the figure represents a dramatic and unjustifiable increase compared to previous election cycles. It cited data from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), which allocated about ₦2.104 billion for litigation in 2022 and ₦3.087 billion in 2023 following the last general elections. The leap to ₦135 billion,…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The World Bank has raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s poverty crisis, revealing that about 40 percent of children in Nigeria are stunted due to persistent economic hardship. Speaking at the Nigeria Development Update held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, the World Bank Country Director for Nigeria, Mathew Verghis, said poverty levels remain alarmingly high despite signs of economic resilience. https://youtu.be/n4pu9qDRVu8?si=5ZSWIJTk0NYQ5WPV Presenting the report titled “Nigeria’s Tomorrow Must Start Today: The Case for Early Childhood Development,” Verghis emphasized that while the economy is showing strength, faster and more inclusive poverty reduction is urgently needed.…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Gombe State Government has announced the successful reintegration of over 350,000 out-of-school children into classrooms, marking a major milestone in its education reform efforts. Speaking at the World Bank Nigeria Development Update held in Abuja on Tuesday, Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya—represented by the State Commissioner for Finance, Muhammad Gambo Magaji—said the initiative forms part of a broader strategy focused on early childhood development. The event, themed “Nigeria’s Tomorrow Must Start Today: The Case for Early Childhood Development,” brought together key policymakers and development partners to address the country’s education challenges. Magaji stated that the…
By|Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja Fresh revelation has emerged over Nigeria’s ongoing energy challenges as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of re-approving a ₦3.3 trillion budget allegedly first sanctioned in May 2024. The accusation was made by Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, following a widely discussed incident described as a “no light” stopover disruption at Plateau Airport. In a statement shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Abdullahi claimed that the president’s response to the airport incident raises questions about policy consistency and transparency. “After the ‘no light’ stopover disaster at Plateau…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The President of PRAWA, Dr. Uju Agomoh PhD, extended warm Easter greetings to the Christians all over the World. According to PRAWA President”, As we celebrate our risen Lord this Easter, may the hope and power of the resurrection fill your hearts with peace and your homes with joy. This sacred season reminds us of renewal, faith, and the triumph of love over all. Let us continue to work together in unity and love, strengthening one another and building a brighter future for all. He is risen indeed!
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has ordered an immediate suspension of all publicity and arrangements for its planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise, following widespread public backlash. The directive was issued to Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) in a letter dated April 4, 2026, and signed by the Commission’s Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony. Despite halting public-facing activities, INEC instructed RECs to continue internal preparations for the exercise, including sourcing personnel and readying voter enrolment devices. “RECs are also directed to step down all publicity and arrangements for the voter revalidation exercise and await further directives from the…
By| Goodluck E.Adubazi | Abuja Nigerians may soon experience relief from persistent power outages following a major intervention by President , who has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan aimed at restoring stability to the nation’s troubled electricity sector and the four-year stoppage of epileptic power supply promise during his campaign in 2023. The announcement was made in a statement released on Sunday by , Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. He described the development as a renewed hope for millions of Nigerians who have endured years of unreliable electricity supply. According to the statement, the…