Somalia's Mogadishu votes in first local poll in 56 years
Mogadishu residents voted in the region's first direct local election since 1969. The poll, a test ahead of 2026 presidential vote, saw high security but opposition boycott. Read more.
Mogadishu residents voted in the region's first direct local election since 1969. The poll, a test ahead of 2026 presidential vote, saw high security but opposition boycott. Read more.
Peter Obi and other stakeholders criticise the House of Representatives for refusing to criminalise vote-buying in party primaries, calling it a grave threat to Nigeria's democracy ahead of 2027. Read why this decision is a setback.
Peter Obi criticises the House of Reps for rejecting a bill to criminalise vote-buying in primaries, calling it a grave threat to Nigeria's democratic foundation. Read his full statement.
Peter Obi criticizes the House of Reps for failing to criminalize vote buying in party primaries, warning it corrupts Nigeria's democracy. Read his full statement and analysis.
Peter Obi warns Nigeria's democracy is undermined by vote buying, criticising lawmakers for failing to criminalise inducements at party primaries. Read his full statement.
President Bola Tinubu pledges to target terrorism financiers and armed groups under a new national security doctrine. Read his full statement from the 2026 budget presentation.
Nigerian lawmakers have voted against a proposal for a two-year jail term for inducing delegates during party primaries. Discover the details and approved tougher penalties for other electoral offences.
Nigeria's House of Representatives has passed stricter penalties for electoral offences, including jail terms and a 10-year election ban for vote buyers. The reforms also mandate real-time electronic transmission of results.
Angry mob assaults Zamfara lawmaker Kabiru Mika’ilu Dangulbi for alleged neglect. Separately, Kwara Assembly suspends Saba Yisa Gideon for 3 months over recording breach. Get the full details.
Nigeria's House of Representatives votes today on landmark constitutional reforms including state police and gender inclusion. The outcome will shape the nation's democracy amid deep political divisions.
A new biography reveals the controversial naira redesign was an EFCC plan to starve vote buyers. Discover the untold story behind Nigeria's cash crisis.
A new book unveils that former President Muhammadu Buhari approved the controversial naira redesign to tackle election vote-buying, not to target any political party. Get the full details here.
Women leaders and stakeholders intensify pressure on Nigeria's National Assembly to pass the Special Seats Bill, warning of democratic stagnation without enhanced female representation. Vote imminent.
The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria cautions the National Assembly against creating new health bodies, calling proposals legally unnecessary and wasteful.
The Senate and House of Representatives confirm Gen. Christopher Musa as Defence Minister and adopt hard-line anti-terror measures, banning ransom payments and amnesty for terrorists. Read the details.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is reportedly set to receive over 100 National Assembly members ahead of the 2027 polls, with defections hitting APC hardest. Read details of the political realignment.
Audit report reveals National Assembly Service Commission inflated contracts by N6.93bn without approvals. Read the shocking details of financial misconduct.
Pastor Tunde Bakare condemns Nigerian lawmakers for prioritizing political defections over security governance as citizens suffer. He demands urgent action and transparency.
Youth organisations demand the National Assembly publicly display lawmakers' votes on constitutional amendments via a digital system, citing transparency and accountability concerns.
SERAP files lawsuit against National Assembly leaders over missing ₦18.6bn for commission complex. Demand full accountability and transparency in public funds management.
Audit report reveals National Assembly Service Commission inflated contracts by N6.93bn without due process. Chairman ordered to account for funds or face sanctions. Read full details.
A youth coalition urges the National Assembly to amend the constitution for a merit-based INEC leadership selection and faster election dispute resolution. Join the call for credible elections.
Niger Delta accountability network refutes House Committee claims, says Petroleum Industry Act implementation is on track and bringing stability to oil sector. Read full details.
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu endorses Reserved Seats for Women's Bill to boost female political representation from 3.8%. Advocacy lead hails historic move toward inclusive democracy.
Two senators and a House Rep condemn President Tinubu's directive to withdraw police from VIP duties, warning it will make politicians targets for bandits and terrorists.
Nigerian lawmakers openly criticized President Tinubu's approach to bandit attacks, rejecting negotiations and demanding accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi. Read the full details of the security crisis.
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe confronts National Assembly colleagues for failing to address Nigeria's insecurity crisis. He demands accountability for troop withdrawal in Kebbi kidnapping case.
Nigerian lawmakers declare security system near collapse, demand death penalty for kidnappers and sweeping security reforms amid escalating nationwide attacks.
President Tinubu asks National Assembly to review constitution for state police establishment amid security emergency. Details on new security measures and kidnap victims.
Reps member Idris Wase reveals bandits are threatening to abduct lawmakers, urges President Tinubu to review police withdrawal from VIPs for enhanced security.