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Presidential candidates Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party, respectively, were notably absent from the Supreme Court in Abuja where judgment was to be delivered on their appeals against the election tribunal's verdict, which upheld...
Heavy security presence surrounds the Supreme Court, the venue for the presidential election judgment. Only accredited individuals and journalists are being allowed entry. Prominent figures in attendance include Alhaji Umar Ganduje, Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila, Minister of...
Chief Justice of Nigeria, Olukayode Ariwoola, has granted approval for the live broadcast of the Supreme Court Judgment concerning the 2023 Presidential Election Appeal. This decision, confirmed on Thursday, October 26, signifies a significant step towards transparency and public access to the...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed nine new Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The appointments are for a five-year term, subject to Senate confirmation. According to Presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, these appointments...
The Nigerian Supreme Court is set to announce its verdict on Thursday, October 26, 2023, in a series of high-stakes cases that will significantly impact the country's political landscape. The cases in question involve the Labour Party (LP) and its presidential candidate, Peter Obi; the Peoples...
President Bola Tinubu, during his speech at the green economy summit in Minna, Niger state, assured Nigerians that the "tough" decisions taken by his administration would soon bear fruit. The event, themed 'Sustainable future: Harnessing green assets and innovation for Niger state’s prosperity,'...
In a significant turn of events, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published amended lists of governorship candidates in Bayelsa State for the upcoming election on November 11. This revised list notably excludes Timipre Sylva, the governorship candidate of the All...
The new Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has taken a bold step toward enhancing transparency and accountability within the organization. Olukoyede has ordered all EFCC staff to declare their assets, aligning with civil service regulations and...
Former INEC Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has called for a thorough examination of the issues surrounding the failure to upload presidential election results to the INEC results viewing portal (IReV). Jega, in an interview with ARISE Television, acknowledged the challenges faced during the...
The Nigerian Senate has defended its decision to purchase 2023 model Toyota Land Cruisers for its members at a contract price of around N160 million each. This move has sparked controversy and criticism from the public due to the high cost of living and economic challenges facing many Nigerians...
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