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Politics

July 29, 2026

Ochei best candidate for Delta North senatorial district, says Rainbow Coalition

A socio-political group, Delta North Rainbow Coalition, has described the NDC candidate for Delta North senatorial district, Victor Ochei, as the best for the position.

Victor Ochei
July 29, 2026

Gov Mbah suspends Enugu ruler over communal clash

The ruler of Obeagu Ugwuaji Autonomous Community in Enugu South council area of Enugu, Igwe Christopher Nyia, was suspended over a communal clash.

Peter Mbah
July 29, 2026

Tinubu says economy, security improving amid economic hardship, violent attacks

Mr Tinubu says Nigeria’s economy has recovered and security operations are yielding improved results through stronger coordination among security and intelligence agencies.

President Bola Tinubu
July 28, 2026

Osun governorship poll sign of what will happen in 2027 elections, Ooni tells INEC

“Be a very just umpire. Be a very fair umpire. Let the people decide what they want. Do not let anybody interfere with anything,” he said.

Ooni and Amupitan
July 28, 2026

2027: Group insists on southern presidency

The group said its position was in the interest of national political stability.

Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum logo
July 28, 2026

ADC Deregistration: Court of Appeal judgement restored confidence in democracy, says David Mark

He described the appellate court’s decision as a victory, not only for the ADC but also for Nigeria’s democracy, constitutionalism and the rule of law.

David Mark
July 28, 2026

Fubara had no choice but to return to family that produced him as governor: Wike

“Politics is not a sin. What matters is recognising that you were on the wrong path and making the right decision,” Mr Wike said.

FCT minister Nyesom Wike and Governor Siminalayi Fubara
July 28, 2026

Osun Poll: Ooni offers campaign group royal blessings, hails Tinubu’s reforms

The monarch expressed optimism that the forthcoming governorship election in the state would be peaceful, free and credible.

Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi
July 28, 2026

2027: Tinubu will win all 36 states, says SWAGA chairman Adeyeye

“He will win in all the 36 states of Nigeria in the 2027 presidential election because he has performed beyond expectations,” he said.

July 28, 2026

U.S. govt warns non-citizens against voting in upcoming elections

“If you are not a U.S. citizen and you vote or attempt to vote, we will prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law!” U.S. Attorney Darin Smith said.

Darin Smith