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INEC Denies Issuing ADC INEC Access Code to Nafiu Gombe Faction

July 14, 2026

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed claims that it issued an ADC INEC access code to the Nafiu Gombe-led faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), maintaining that only the leadership headed by Senator David Mark was authorised to access the candidate nomination portal for the 2027 general elections. The clarification comes amid […]

Senate Faults Makinde’s UN Probe Call After Oriire School Rescue

July 14, 2026

The Senate has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his call for a United Nations-led investigation into the Oriire school rescue operation, urging him not to trivialise what lawmakers described as a deeply traumatic national security incident. The development followed Makinde’s statewide broadcast on Monday, shortly after the Nigerian military formally handed over pupils […]

EFCC Arraigns Entertainment CEO Over Alleged N16.8m Dud Cheque Fraud

July 13, 2026

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned the Chief Executive Officer of Ski Hi-Entertainment, Ifeanyichukwu Ogbu, before the Enugu State High Court over allegations of issuing dishonoured cheques valued at N16.847 million. The EFCC dud cheque case was heard before Justice Vincent Ezeugwu at the Enugu State High Court sitting in Independence Layout, […]

Reps Push Illegal Mining Reforms to Combat Insecurity, Money Laundering

July 13, 2026

The House of Representatives has intensified calls for illegal mining reforms, warning that unlawful mineral exploitation, weak regulation and illicit financial activities are denying Nigeria substantial revenue while fueling insecurity across mining communities. The renewed push was announced on Monday during a High-Level Stakeholders Workshop on Extractive Industry Governance held in Abuja. Chairman of the […]

Tinubu Orders National Identity Enrolment of All Nigerians Before End of 2026

July 13, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to complete national identity enrolment for every Nigerian before the end of 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen governance, improve public service delivery and establish a comprehensive national identity database. The directive was disclosed by NIMC Director-General and Chief Executive Officer, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, […]

FG Suspends WAEC NECO Fees Review Pending Stakeholder Consultations

July 13, 2026

The Federal Government has suspended the proposed increase in WAEC NECO fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO) Senior School Certificate Examination, following widespread public reactions and calls for broader engagement. The decision was announced in a statement issued on Monday by the Federal Ministry […]

Jigawa APC Reconciliation Committee Submits Report to Governor Namadi

July 11, 2026

Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has received the report of the Jigawa APC reconciliation committee established to consult party aspirants and strengthen internal unity following the conclusion of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries across the state. The committee was inaugurated on May 22, 2026, to mediate among aspirants, address grievances and foster harmony within […]

FG Orders FCCPC to Investigate X, Meta, AI Firms Over Competition Concerns

July 7, 2026

The Federal Government has ordered the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to commence a FCCPC tech investigation into X (formerly Twitter), Meta, Alphabet and several Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) companies over allegations of anti-competitive practices affecting Nigeria’s media industry. The directive follows complaints from leading media organisations alleging that global technology firms are […]

Court Awards ₦200m Against Police Over Killing of Abuja Cleric

July 3, 2026

The Federal High Court in Abuja has awarded ₦200 million in damages against the Nigeria Police Force over the unlawful killing of Islamic cleric and truck driver, Mallam Kabiru Babai. The Babai killing judgment also declared that his constitutional right to life was violated and directed that criminal proceedings be commenced against the police officer […]

Court Affirms David Mark-Led ADC Leadership, Dismisses Abejide’s Suit

July 2, 2026

The Federal High Court in Abuja has affirmed the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) under former Senate President David Mark, dismissing a lawsuit challenging the party’s leadership transition. The ruling strengthens the ADC leadership ruling ahead of preparations for the 2027 general elections. Justice Musa Liman ruled on Thursday that the court lacked […]