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INEC Chairman Vows To Stop Endless Court Battles Era

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INEC Chairman Vows To Stop Endless Court Battles Era

The New chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has vowed to dismantle the culture of excessive pre-election litigations that has long plagued Nigeria’s democracy. Speaking at the 56th Annual National Conference of the Nigerian Association of Law Teachers, NALT, at the University of Abuja, yesterday, Amupitan said one of his top priorities as INEC...

PDP Halts Aspirants’ Screening For National Convention

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PDP Halts Aspirants’ Screening For National Convention

Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, was in confusion mode yesterday as it suspended screening of aspirants for its 2025 Elective National Convention, which was earlier scheduled to hold today, citing unforeseen circumstances. This came on a day former Jigawa State governor and ex-Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alhaji Sule Lamido, expressed anger and disappointment over his inability to obtain nomination form for...

2027: “Onye Rụọ, Orie!” (Work Hard, Eat Well) — Mascot Unveils Slogan Of Service

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2027: “Onye Rụọ, Orie!” (Work Hard, Eat Well) — Mascot Unveils Slogan Of Service

Bringing a spiritual tone to his political ambition, Sir Mascot Uzor-Kalu stated during his declaration that his 2027 campaign is rooted in faith and divine purpose. Quoting Saint Teresa of Avila, Mascot underscored that patience, trust in God, and unwavering resolve will guide his journey to Government House. “Our project is anchored on God. Patience obtains all things. Whoever has God...

ADC Appoints LP National Chair, Sen. Nenadi Usman As Reconciliation Chairman

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ADC Appoints LP National Chair, Sen. Nenadi Usman As Reconciliation Chairman

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has appointed former Minister of Finance and Labour Party National Chairman, Senator Nenadi Usman, to lead reconciliation efforts in its Kaduna State chapter. Announcing this in Kaduna, ADC’s National Vice Chairman for the Northwest, Ja’afaru Sani, said the move is aimed at resolving internal disputes and fostering unity among members. He warned against political interference, which...

Super Falcons’ Alozie Shortlisted For FIFPRO World Women’s 11

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Super Falcons’ Alozie Shortlisted For FIFPRO World Women’s 11

Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has been shortlisted for the 2025 FIFPRO Women’s World 11, an annual global award voted for by professional footballers. Alozie features among eight defenders nominated for the elite lineup, joining Millie Bright, Lucy Bronze, Alex Greenwood, Leah Williamson (England), Ona Batlle, Olga Carmona (Spain) and Ellie Carpenter (Australia). The 28-year-old impressed during Nigeria’s run to their...

“Amazon To Lay Off 30,000 Office Workers” – Reports

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"Amazon To Lay Off 30,000 Office Workers" – Reports

Amazon will lay off tens of thousands of office workers as the e-commerce and tech giant trims costs amid ramped-up investments in artificial intelligence, according to US media reports. Some 30,000 positions will be cut in a belt-tightening move expected to begin on Tuesday, multiple news outlets reported. The reduction will represent nearly 10 percent of the approximately 350,000 office jobs...

APC Affirms Oyebanji As Consensus Candidate For 2026 Poll

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APC Affirms Oyebanji As Consensus Candidate For 2026 Poll

The All Progressive Congress (APC) has affirmed the candidacy of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji as the consensus candidate of the party for the 2026 gubernatorial election in the State. The motion was moved in Ado-Ekiti on Monday by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele and seconded by the Speaker of Ekiti State House of Assembly, Stephen Aribasoye. In his remarks,...

NFEM Records Dollar Strengthening Against Naira At Exchange Rate Today

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NFEM Records Dollar Strengthening Against Naira At Exchange Rate Today

The Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM) recorded a strengthening of the Naira against the US Dollar on October 28, 2025, while the parallel market rate maintained a relatively stable position. Currency traders and businesses are closely monitoring the market dynamics following recent CBN interventions and policy adjustments. As of the latest reporting time today, the official exchange rate in the...

Abia Records 100% Rise In Public School Enrollment — Govt Attributes Success To Otti’s Education Reforms

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Abia Records 100% Rise In Public School Enrollment — Govt Attributes Success To Otti’s Education Reforms

The Abia State Government has announced a remarkable 100 percent increase in enrollment into public schools across the state, a development it attributes to the far-reaching education reforms implemented by Governor Alex Otti’s administration. Disclosing this while briefing journalists on the outcome of this week’s Executive Council meeting, the Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, said the surge in student...

Kogi Lady Faces Legal Threat For Secretly Recording Married Man in Hotel, Sending Video To His Wife

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Kogi Lady Faces Legal Threat For Secretly Recording Married Man in Hotel, Sending Video To His Wife

A Lokoja-based woman identified as Aishat Isah, popularly known as Princess Omanibe on Facebook, is facing possible legal action after she was accused of secretly recording a married man in a hotel and forwarding the video to his wife. According to reports, the incident occurred during a birthday party in Lokoja, Kogi State. The married man, who attended the party,...

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