APC Extends E-Registration to Feb 8
By Sulyman Gobir The All Progressives Congress (APC) has extended its electronic membership registration to February 8, 2026. In a statement released by National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, the party says the decision followed requests from stakeholders to allow more supporters and members to register and validate their membership. The APC also announced new dates […]
Civil Groups Demand Police Reform Over Protest Handling, Media Intimidation
By Julian Osamoto Civil society organisations, media leaders and rights advocates in Nigeria have called for more professional policing of protests, warning that intimidation of demonstrators and journalists is narrowing the country’s democratic space. The demand came during a multi-stakeholder roundtable in Abuja organised by the Kimpact Development Initiative (KDI), where participants raised concerns about […]
Reps Pass ₦58.4tn 2026 Budget for Second Reading
By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has passed the ₦58.4 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for second reading. The bill seeks authorisation to withdraw ₦58,472,628,944,759 from the Consolidated Revenue Fund for the financial year ending 31 December 2026. Spending Breakdown Raises Key Fiscal Issues The budget framework allocates: ₦4.09 trillion – Statutory transfers ₦15.91 trillion […]
Adegbite Charges Imo Pilgrims on Christlike Living
By Chinedu Echianu The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite has urged pilgrims from Imo State who recently returned from the Holy Land to see themselves as Ambassadors of Christ and live lives that reflect the spiritual lessons of their pilgrimage. The charge was delivered in Bethlehem on January […]
Faleye Inaugurates LOC for ISSSA West Africa Technical Seminar 2026
By Chinedu Echianu Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF), Barrister Olúwaṣeun Faleye, has inaugurated the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the International Social Security Services Association (ISSSA) West Africa Technical Seminar 2026. The inauguration ceremony was held on Wednesday at the NSITF Board Room in Abuja. Speaking at the event, Faleye […]
House Honours Clerk Over Role in Safeguarding Parliamentary Process
By Oluwakemi Kindness Outgoing Clerk, Dr. Yahya Danzaria The House of Representatives has held a valedictory session in honour of its outgoing Clerk, Dr. Yahya Danzaria, with lawmakers describing his retirement as a significant moment for Nigeria’s parliamentary system. Members across party lines said the recognition was not just ceremonial but a […]
Otunba Ojora, Renowned Corporate Leader Dies at 93
By Sulyman Gobir Otunba Adekunle Ojora, a highly respected traditional titleholder and boardroom expert, has passed away at the age of 93. He joined his ancestors in the early hours of Wednesday, June 13, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in journalism, public service, politics, and corporate governance. Born on January 13, 1932, Otunba Ojora […]
NLC Knocks Court Over Order Suspending FCTA Workers Strike
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have expressed disappointment over the ruling of the National Industrial Court suspending the strike embarked upon by workers in the Federal Capital Territory Administration. The court’s decision, delivered on Tuesday, January 27, followed a suit instituted by the Minister of the FCT/FCT Administration against workers and their […]
Tinubu Forwards 24 Health Reform Bills to Senate
By Zainab Bakare The Senate has received 24 health sector bills from President Bola Tinubu for legislative consideration, in accordance with Section 58(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The bills were transmitted in a letter addressed to the Senate and were formally read during plenary by the Senate […]
Peller Hints at Quitting Law admission Over Income Loss
By Zainab Bakare Popular TikTok content creator, Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, has hinted that he may quit school after just gaining admission, citing concerns that spending long hours in class is affecting his income-generating activities. In a voice note shared with his followers on Tuesday, Peller expressed frustration over attending lectures without […]