Franklin F. Atang, Author at Eagle Vision Media

SERAP Urges National Assembly to Probe Alleged ₦6.3bn Constituency Project Funds Diversion

June 28, 2026

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the leadership of the National Assembly to initiate investigations into allegations that more than ₦6.3 billion in Constituency project funds may have been diverted, misapplied or remain unaccounted for, citing findings contained in the Auditor-General of the Federation’s 2022 report. In a letter dated June […]

Ughelli South Constituency Still Missing 11 Years After Court Victory Despite INEC Restorations

June 27, 2026

The restoration of 22 previously suppressed state constituencies by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has renewed calls for the reinstatement of Ughelli South constituency restoration in Delta State, with stakeholders questioning why the area remains excluded despite longstanding court judgments ordering its return. On June 10, 2026, INEC announced the restoration of 22 state […]

Opposition Legal Battles Could Reshape Nigeria’s 2027 Presidential Election

June 27, 2026

The growing Opposition legal battles involving the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are emerging as a significant factor ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election, with ongoing court cases raising questions about the stability of key opposition platforms before campaigns gather momentum. The Federal High Court in Lokoja recently set aside […]

Court Reserves July 9 Ruling on Emefiele Statements in $4.5bn Fraud Trial

June 26, 2026

The Special Offences Court in Ikeja, Lagos, has reserved judgment until July 9 on whether extra-judicial statements allegedly made by former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, will be admitted as evidence in his ongoing Emefiele Fraud Trial. The decision followed arguments from both the prosecution and defence over whether the disputed statements […]

NBA Elections 2026: 35 Candidates Cleared as Three SANs Battle for Presidency

June 25, 2026

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has moved closer to conducting its 2026 national elections after the Electoral Committee of the NBA (ECNBA) cleared 35 candidates to contest various leadership positions. The development comes despite legal disputes and internal disagreements that had cast uncertainty over the electoral process. The NBA Elections 2026 are scheduled for July […]

Senate Approves State Police Bill, Introduces Dual Policing Structure Across Nigeria

June 25, 2026

Nigeria has moved a major step closer to decentralised policing after the Senate approved the State Police Bill, a constitutional amendment that establishes separate Federal and State Police Services across the country. The landmark decision is expected to reshape Nigeria’s security framework by granting states authority to operate their own police formations under constitutional safeguards. […]

Atiku Warns Against Political Misuse of Courts Over El-Rufai Bail Conditions

June 24, 2026

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the bail conditions imposed on former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, arguing that the requirements are excessively difficult to meet and risk undermining constitutional protections. Speaking through his media aide, Atiku warned that the situation raises broader concerns about the administration […]

Enugu North By-Election Faces Fresh Scrutiny as PRP, NDC Reject Outcome

June 24, 2026

The outcome of the Enugu North by-election has come under renewed pressure after the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) rejected the conduct and results of the poll, alleging widespread electoral malpractice and violence. Leaders of both parties accused electoral officials and security agencies of failing to guarantee a free, fair, […]

Onanuga Defends Tinubu Policies, Says Hunger Narrative Does Not Reflect Entire Nigeria

June 24, 2026

Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga has challenged widespread claims of severe hunger across Nigeria, arguing that the situation often portrayed by critics does not fully reflect the experiences of many citizens benefiting from government policies. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television, Onanuga maintained that several initiatives introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration have delivered measurable […]

State Police Bill Gains Momentum as Senate Prepares Historic Vote

June 24, 2026

Nigeria’s long-running debate over decentralised policing has entered a decisive phase as the Senate prepares to consider the State Police Bill following its transmission by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The proposed constitutional amendment has attracted support from governors, security experts and lawmakers, although concerns remain over the extent of powers state governors should exercise under […]