NILDS DG Urges Interns to Deepen Democracy Knowledge
By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) Prof. Abubakar Suleiman has urged interns of the institute to deepen their understanding of democracy, governance and legislative processes as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s democratic institutions. The DG gave the charge on Thursday in Abuja during a lecture […]
Biya Returns After 73 Days Amid Governance Questions
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Paul Biya has returned to Cameroon after spending 73 days abroad, ending an extended absence that fuelled renewed speculation about his health and raised questions over who was effectively running the country during his stay in Geneva. The 93-year-old president arrived in Yaoundé at about 4 p.m. GMT on Thursday from […]
Adeleke Defends Dancing, Says It Has Not Affected Duties
By Oluwakemi Kindness Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has defended his penchant for dancing, saying the hobby has not affected his responsibilities or performance as governor. Adeleke spoke on Tuesday at a town hall meeting organised by Arise TV for candidates contesting Saturday’s Osun State governorship election. The governor said dancing was part of his […]
2027: Ezekwesili Backs Obi, Urges Nigerians to Reject Decline
By Mardiyyah Abubakar Former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has urged Nigerians to reject the belief that the country’s decline is inevitable, describing the situation as the result of a flawed national design that citizens must challenge. Ezekwesili also reaffirmed her support for former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 presidential […]
Groups seek inclusive dialogue on NYSC reforms
By Oluwakemi Kindness Civil society organisations and youth groups have called for broad stakeholder participation in the ongoing review of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), insisting that any reform of the scheme must reflect the views of those directly impacted. The groups, under the aegis of the Centre for Equity, Justice and Transparency in […]
Gbajabiamila Seeks Stronger Executive-NASS Partnership
By Oluwakemi Kindness Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has called for stronger collaboration between the Executive and the National Assembly to deliver improved security, economic growth and better governance for Nigerians. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 National Assembly Open Week in Abuja, Gbajabiamila said although both arms of government operate […]
Tinubu Orders ICPC Probe Into Fake Presidential Council
By Chinedu Echianu President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate the activities of a fictitious body operating as the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), directing the anti-graft agency to conclude its findings within 30 days. The directive, contained in a statement issued on Tuesday […]
Atiku Gives Tinubu Seven-Day Ultimatum to Probe PFIPC
By Oluwakemi Kindness Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has given President Bola Tinubu seven days to order an independent investigation into the controversy surrounding the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). Atiku said the Presidency must launch a transparent investigation to determine how the alleged agency reportedly […]
Insecurity: Makinde Declares 16-Hour Curfew in 10 Oyo LGAs
By Oluwakemi Kindness Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has approved a 16-hour curfew across 10 local government areas as part of efforts to curb rising insecurity in the state. The curfew, which runs from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., takes effect on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, and will remain in force for an initial period […]
NILDS Reaffirms Commitment to Gender-Inclusive Governance
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Prof. Abubakar Sulaiman, has reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to expanding women’s participation in political leadership and legislative decision-making in Nigeria. Prof. Sulaiman made this known on Tuesday, at a One-Day Capacity Building Workshop for Female Aspirants vying for seats in […]