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Monday, August 3, 2026

Politics

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
July 28, 2026

Nigeria reaffirms commitment to AU peace, development agenda

Ms Odumegwu-Ojukwu stressed that Africa must pursue sustainable development through self-reliance, stronger institutions and strategic partnerships.

Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu
July 28, 2026

Paris Club Refund: ALGON, LGAs urge court to dismiss lawyer’s suit

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria and 702 council areas have urged the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, to dismiss a suit filed by a lawyer, Joe Agi.

ALGON members
July 28, 2026

I will challenge Trump to defend UK interests, Andy Burnham declares

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he will call out President Donald Trump if defending the United Kingdom’s national interests requires it.

Trump with Burnham
July 27, 2026

LG Election: OYSIEC extends deadline for party primaries to August 5

The chairman said the decision was necessary to accommodate all registered political parties.

Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission
July 27, 2026

South Sudan begins voter education campaign ahead of December elections

The initiative is expected to boost public awareness and encourage broad participation.

South Sudan’s National Elections Commission (NEC)
July 27, 2026

Bayelsa APC chieftain, supporters defect to PDP

The defectors were formally received on Monday at a ceremony attended by PDP leaders at the local and state levels in Ogbia.

Gabriel Claudius and his supporters