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Politics

August 1, 2026

Osun IPAC rejects caretaker committee, demands fresh election

Members of the council said the IPAC national body constituted a caretaker committee without consulting stakeholders.

Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC)
August 1, 2026

INEC conducts mock accreditation ahead of Osun governorship poll

Mr Amupitan expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS).

INEC Photo (Credit: Punch Newspapers)
July 31, 2026

2027: INEC commences display of presidential, NASS candidates’ particulars in Lagos

INEC said the exercise was in line with the provisions of Section 29 of the Electoral Act, 2022.

INEC Photo (Credit: Punch Newspapers)
July 31, 2026

2027: Turaki-led PDP faction submits Jonathan’s name to INEC

Mr Ememobong said the names of Mr Jonathan, its presidential candidate, and other flag bearers were submitted manually because the faction could not access INEC’s digital portal.

Goodluck Jonathan
July 31, 2026

South-East governors seek stronger collaboration to strengthen regional security

South-East governors have called for stronger collaboration to address security challenges facing the region.

July 31, 2026

Nasarawa: APC governorship flag bearer defends Tinubu, unveils agenda

APC governorship candidate for Nasarawa, Ahmed Wadada, has defended President Bola Tinubu’s policies and programmes, citing improving economic indicators.

Nasarawa, Ahmed Wadada,
July 30, 2026

Osun Poll: 14 parties sign peace accord

Candidates of the political parties contesting the August 15 Osun governorship election signed a peace accord on Thursday.

Osun State Logo
July 30, 2026

Ibadan: Alli condemns use of consultants in Oyo schools, promises security, LG autonomy

APC governorship candidate in Oyo state, Sharafadeen Alli, has condemned the use of consultants to manage public schools.

Nigeria Union of Journalists in Ibadan
July 30, 2026

Group appeals to Tinubu over plot to suspend Bayelsa LG chairwoman

The group described the alleged move as unconstitutional, anti-democratic and a direct assault on local government autonomy and women’s participation in politics.

President Bola Tinubu
July 30, 2026

Rep reaffirms national assembly’s commitment to inclusive legislative process

“The House of Representatives remains firmly committed to a legislative process that is transparent, consultative and responsive to the aspirations of Nigerians,” said Mr Pondi.

Julius Pondi