Category: Politics
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CBCN URGES GOVT: USE AI, DRONES TO FIGHT TERROR, END DELAYS IN PROSECUTION
Catholic bishops warn rising insecurity threatens lives and democracy. The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on Wednesday called on the Federal Government to adopt modern surveillance technology, including drones and AI, and speed up the prosecution of terrorists. The appeal came during the closing mass of their First Plenary Meeting for 2026 in Abuja.…
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ENUGU OPPOSITION SLAMS N150M BILLBOARD FEE, CALLS IT ‘POLITICAL ROBBERY’
Political tension is rising in Enugu as opposition parties reject a controversial N150 million billboard fee, warning it could silence challengers and weaken democracy. Opposition political parties in Enugu State have strongly condemned the N150 million advertising fee imposed on political aspirants for campaign billboards, describing the move as outrageous, unfair, and undemocratic. The State…
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APC CHAIR URGES GOVERNORS TO USE PARTY THINK TANK FOR TRAINING, POLICY SUPPORT
The APC is strengthening its intellectual backbone, with its chairman calling on governors to rely on the party’s think tank for research, training and policy guidance. APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has urged governors elected on the party’s platform to patronise The Progressives Institute (TPI) for training, research and consultancy services. Speaking in Abuja…
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KOGI YOUTHS PAY ₦100M FOR TINUBU’S 2027 APC NOMINATION FORM IN ADVANCE
In a dramatic show of political loyalty, youths from Kogi State have already paid ₦100 million to secure President Bola Tinubu’s APC nomination form for the 2027 presidential election—three years ahead. The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nantewe Yilwatda, revealed that the nomination form for President Bola Tinubu has already been…
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EFCC NABS 20 OVER VOTE BUYING, ELECTORAL FRAUD IN FCT POLLS
Nigeria’s anti-graft agency has arrested 20 suspects linked to vote buying and other electoral offences during the just-concluded FCT local government elections, with over ₦17 million traced to the illegal activities. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said its operatives carried out the arrests across several parts of Abuja during Saturday’s council polls, targeting…
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APC CONGRESSES IN KATSINA SPARK PETITIONS, PARTY MOVES TO RESOLVE DISPUTES
While APC leaders describe the Katsina congresses as largely peaceful and credible, a handful of aggrieved members have filed petitions triggering internal review and reconciliation efforts. About six dissatisfied members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Katsina State have formally petitioned the party’s Appeal Committee over the conduct of the recent ward and local…
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FCT POLLS: INEC CHAIRMAN PRAISES ORDERLY, EFFICIENT, PEACEFUL VOTING
BVAS shines and voters turn out as FCT area council elections run smoothly, says INEC. Prof. Joash Amupitan, INEC Chairman, expressed satisfaction with Saturday’s FCT area council elections, describing the exercise as orderly, efficient, and peaceful. Speaking from Abuja, he praised the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) for reducing waiting times to under five seconds…
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KAN0 BY-ELECTION: SECURITY STRONG, TURNOUT LOW AMID RAMADAN
Kano’s State Assembly by-election ran smoothly and peacefully, but voter turnout remained low as Ramadan fasting and limited candidate participation kept some away. Kano State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Amb. Abdu Zango, praised security agencies for ensuring a safe and orderly election during Saturday’s by-election in two state constituencies. Speaking after monitoring polling units, Zango…
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FCT ELECTIONS PEACEFUL, ORDERLY – NSCDC COMMANDANT
The 2026 FCT Area Council polls are running smoothly, with security agencies praising voters’ discipline and calm conduct. Abuja, Feb. 21, 2026 – The NSCDC FCT Commandant, Dr. Olusola Odumosu, has commended the peaceful conduct of voters during the ongoing Area Council elections. Speaking after monitoring polling units across the FCT, Odumosu said the electorate…
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FCT COUNCILS’ POLLS PROGRESS PEACEFULLY AMID MINOR HICCUPS
Voting in the FCT area council elections is calm and orderly, but late openings, vote buying, and accessibility gaps remain. Abuja – The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room says voting in the 2026 FCT Area Council elections has been largely peaceful, with orderly conduct reported across polling units. According to Mma Odi, Co-Convener, Situation Room…
