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Aba Lawmaker Hon. Alex Mascot Joins Labour Party, Signals Political Shake-Up in Abia

In a significant political move, Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, the Member representing Aba North/Aba South Federal Constituency, has formally defected from the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to the Labour Party. The lawmaker, popularly known as “Onyeocha N’Aba,” submitted his resignation to

March 4, 2026

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Anambra Stakeholders Split Over Soludo’s ‘One-Sided’ Project Implementation

Stakeholders from Anambra State are divided over the performance of Chukwuma Soludo as he prepares to begin a second term in office, with some praising his long-term development vision and others criticising what they describe as uneven project distribution. Bartholomew Igwilo, a

March 2, 2026

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2027 Polls: INEC Promises Reforms as Political Parties Begin Digital Registration

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reiterated its commitment to credible elections as the country gears up for the 2027 polls, while political parties begin nationwide digital membership drives under the new Electoral Act 2026. INEC Chairman Amupitan acknowledged that while

March 2, 2026

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Omokri Rejects Claims Tinubu Using ‘Mystical Powers’

Controversial social commentator, Reno Omokri, has rejected claims that Nigeria’s president, Bola Tinubu, is relying on mystical influence to consolidate political support. In a post on social media on Sunday, Omokri said the president’s growing influence was instead based on economic performance

March 1, 2026

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Umahi Denies Sexual Harassment, N200 Million Debt Claims

Minister of Works, David Umahi, on Saturday denied allegations of sexual harassment and financial misconduct, including claims that he owes a businesswoman, Tracynither Ohiri, 200 million naira for campaign materials supplied during his 2014 governorship bid. The accusations, which have gained traction

March 1, 2026

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Adamawa Governor Fintiri Swaps PDP for APC in Strategic Realignment

In a landmark political development, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has officially left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the All Progressives Congress (APC), signalling a major shift in the state’s political landscape, Prime Business Africa reports. In a

February 27, 2026

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State House Slams ADC, NNPP Over Criticism of Electoral Act Amendments

The Presidency on Thursday accused opposition parties, particularly the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), of spreading misinformation and engaging in what it described as “constant lamentation and unwarranted outrage” over recent amendments to the Electoral Act.

February 26, 2026

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Ogun 2027: Female APC Chieftain Declares Governorship Bid, Vows Continuity, Institutional Balance

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has formally declared her intention to contest the 2027 governorship election, pledging to prioritise continuity, party cohesion and balanced development if elected. In a notice addressed to party leaders, members and

February 26, 2026

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Tinubu Calls for Constitutional Change to Allow State Police

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has called on lawmakers to amend Nigeria’s constitution to enable the creation of state police, describing it as necessary to tackle growing insecurity. He made the appeal during an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa in

February 26, 2026

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2027: Odinkalu Questions Amupitan’s Ability to Deliver Credible Polls

Nigerian human rights lawyer, Chidi Odinkalu, has expressed doubts about the ability of the country’s electoral body to conduct credible elections, following concerns over recent local polls in the capital. Speaking on a television programme, Mr Odinkalu criticised the Independent National Electoral

February 25, 2026

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US Warns of Iranian Missile Threat as Nuclear Talks Continue

US President Donald Trump has said Iran is seeking to develop missiles capable of reaching the United States, as Washington and Tehran continue negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme. Speaking during his State of the Union address on Tuesday, Trump accused Iran of

February 25, 2026

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Aba Lawmaker Hon. Alex Mascot Joins Labour Party, Signals Political Shake-Up in Abia

Anambra Stakeholders Split Over Soludo’s ‘One-Sided’ Project Implementation

2027 Polls: INEC Promises Reforms as Political Parties Begin Digital Registration

Omokri Rejects Claims Tinubu Using ‘Mystical Powers’

Umahi Denies Sexual Harassment, N200 Million Debt Claims

Adamawa Governor Fintiri Swaps PDP for APC in Strategic Realignment

State House Slams ADC, NNPP Over Criticism of Electoral Act Amendments

Ogun 2027: Female APC Chieftain Declares Governorship Bid, Vows Continuity, Institutional Balance

Tinubu Calls for Constitutional Change to Allow State Police

2027: Odinkalu Questions Amupitan’s Ability to Deliver Credible Polls

US Warns of Iranian Missile Threat as Nuclear Talks Continue

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