Nigeria’s greatest challenge is safety not infrastructure – Bishop Kukah
BY ANKELI EMMANUEL, Sokoto – Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, says one of the greatest challenges being faced by Nigerians at […]
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NNPP urges politicians to save Nigeria’s hard earned democracy
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has called on politicians across the political parties to save the nation’s hard earned democracy. The National Chairman of […]
Presidential election: Ajulo counsels lawyers against politicising 25% votes requirement in FCT
A renowned Constitution Lawyer, Dr Olukayode Ajulo, has counselled lawyers in the country to be wary of politicising the issue of obtaining 25 per cent […]
Don’t be hoodwinked by politicians to paint judiciary ”in bad light” – SAN tells Nigerians
A prominent Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mr Ahmed Raji, has called on Nigerians not to be hoodwinked by politicians to ”paint the judiciary in […]
Kaduna Govt warns politicians planning to incite public unrest
By HARUNA AHMED, Kaduna – Kaduna State government has raised an alarm over alleged plot by some politicians to incite public upheaval in the state. […]
Politicians distribute alcohol, food to induce voters – Yiaga Africa
Yiaga Africa alleged that some politicians were engaged in vote buying as party agents distributed food, cash and alcoholic drinks to some voters in exchange […]
DSS raises alarm over plot to cause unrest ahead of guber elections
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Department of State Services (DSS) has raised alarm over the unnecessary palpable political tension in parts of the country […]
Don’t involve us in your political grievances – Police, DSS warn politicians
The Police Command in Sokoto State and the Department of State Security (DSS) have warned politicians in the state not to involve them in their […]
Consider your life first before fighting for any politician – Lawyer counsels youths
An Ilorin based legal practitioner, Mr Yusuf Ahmed has advised youths in the country to prioritise their lives before fighting for any politician during the […]
Supreme Court order’ll help politicians share old notes during 2023 Elections — CSOs
The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) of Nigeria has said that the Supreme Court ruling of Wednesday stopping the February 10 deadline for the […]
Nigeria Navy reacts to sinking warship in viral video
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Nigerian Navy has called on the general public to jettison in totality a viral video showing Nigerian Navy Ship […]
Politicians, foreigners and Nigeria’s elections By PAUL EJIME
The call, the other day, by President Muhammadu Buhari on foreign ambassadors posted to Nigeria to desist from interfering in the country’s forthcoming election is […]
Jonathan warns politicians against judicial blackmail
Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, has admonished politicians in the country to allow the judiciary perform its constitutional functions, saying society is dynamic. Jonathan gave […]
Checkmate followers against violation of Electoral Act- ICCES urges Sokoto politicians
The Inter -Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES) in Sokoto State has urged politicians in the state to checkmate their followers against violation of […]
2023: INEC warns politicians against buying PVC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned politicians against engaging in buying of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the 2023 general elections. An […]
2023 elections: Police, EFCC vow to go after vote buyers
The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Usman Baba says the police has devised strategies to arrest and prosecute politicians moving on election days with tonnes of […]
INEC says politicians can’t bypass BVAS by buying PVCs
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says politicians buying Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs) to manipulate the 2023 general elections are engaging in futile efforts. According […]
Arrest politicians buying PVCs from poor voters, SERAP tells Buhari
By JOY ADARA, Abuja – Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to “urgently direct the Attorney General of the Federation […]
Bishop advises politicians against “do-or-die” politicking
Bishop of Ogoja Catholic Dioceses in Cross River, Most Rev. Donatus Akpan, on Saturday advised politicians against “do-or-die’’ politicking. Akpan gave the advice in his […]
2023: INEC warns politicians, supporters against bullying, hate speeches
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday warned Politicians and their supporters against bullying, Cyber sleuth and hate speeches during electioneering campaigns. Dr Hale […]