INEC Pledges Free, Fair FCT & Osun Elections
INEC promises transparent polls in FCT & Osun. RECs Agboke & Idris commit to credible elections, citing vote-buying & violence as key challenges. PVC collection starts Jan 15.
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Senate Votes to Curb Trump's Venezuela Military Power
The US Senate has passed a resolution to block President Trump from further military action in Venezuela without Congressional approval. Read the full details and implications.
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.
Stakeholders Condemn Reps' Vote-Buying Decision
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.
Obi Slams Reps Over Vote-Buying Bill Rejection
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.
Obi: No Democracy in a Vote-Buying System
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.
Obi Slams Lawmakers Over Vote Buying at Primaries
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.
House of Reps Rejects Criminalising Vote-Buying in Primaries
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.
House Approves Jail, 10-Year Ban for Vote Buyers
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.
Nigeria's Parliament Votes on Major Constitutional Reforms
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.
Senate rejects motion to probe FCT administration
The Nigerian Senate has declined to debate a motion seeking an investigation into alleged land grabbing, demolitions, and other issues in Abuja, ruling it procedurally defective. Read the full details and reactions.
Buhari Book: EFCC, Not Emefiele, Created Naira Redesign
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.
Senate Approves Three New Ambassadors for Nigeria
The Nigerian Senate has approved three ambassadorial nominees, including former intelligence chiefs. Learn about their backgrounds and the Senate's unanimous endorsement.
Buhari's Naira Redesign Aimed at Curbing Vote-Buying, Book Says
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.
Senate Orders Probe into False Akpabio Health Claims
The Nigerian Senate has directed the NSA to investigate the source of false online reports claiming Senate President Akpabio collapsed. Read the full story on the probe into this destabilising misinformation.
Senate Orders NSA to Probe Fake Akpabio Health Report
The Nigerian Senate has mandated NSA Nuhu Ribadu to investigate fake news about Senate President Godswill Akpabio's health. Get the full details and public reaction here.
Pressure Mounts on NASS to Pass Women's Special Seats Bill
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.
Senate Screens Tinubu's Ambassadorial Nominees
The Nigerian Senate has screened three ambassadorial nominees forwarded by President Bola Tinubu. Read the latest on the confirmation process and the profiles of the nominees.
Senate Rejects 'Bow and Go' for General Musa
The Nigerian Senate descended into chaos as senators clashed over granting parliamentary courtesy to ministerial nominee General Christopher Musa. Read the full details of the dramatic screening.
Senate Rejects 'Bow and Go' for Defence Minister Nominee
A rowdy session erupted in the Nigerian Senate as lawmakers clashed over whether to grant General Christopher Musa a 'bow and go' during his confirmation hearing. Read the full details of the dramatic event.
Senate Plenary Halts as Akpabio, Goje Clash
A heated confrontation between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Danjuma Goje disrupted plenary. Goje cited Senate rules, calling Akpabio's actions 'unparliamentary'. Nigerians react online.
Goje-Akpabio Clash Halts Senate Plenary
A rowdy session erupted in the Nigerian Senate after Senator Danjuma Goje accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of unparliamentary conduct, stalling proceedings for over 30 minutes. Read the full details of the confrontation.
Tinubu Nominates Ambassadors to US, UK, France
President Bola Tinubu nominates three non-career ambassadors to key Western nations. Senate screening pending for historic appointments since May 2023 inauguration.
Tinubu Nominates 3 Ambassadors for Senate
President Bola Tinubu nominates Kayode Are, Aminu Dalhatu, and Ayodele Oke as non-career ambassadors. Read their profiles and the significance for Nigeria's foreign policy.
Senate okays death penalty for kidnappers
Nigerian Senate calls for death penalty for kidnappers and firearms law review to combat rising insecurity in Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger States. Urgent federal intervention demanded.
Senate Recommends Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Nigeria's Senate classifies kidnapping as terrorism, mandates death penalty for convicts. Read how this new resolution aims to combat rising insecurity.
Senate Calls for Gun Law Reform Amid Security Crisis
Nigerian Senate pushes for firearm law review to allow responsible citizens own guns following escalating attacks in Kwara, Kebbi, Niger states. Urgent action demanded.
Senator Natasha Seeks Justice for Ochanya's Death
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan petitions Senate to investigate 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje's death from sexual abuse. Case faces alleged interference. Senate refers to committee.
Tinubu Appoints 3 Ambassadors, Names Emerge
President Bola Tinubu appoints three ambassadorial nominees. Their names have been sent to the Senate for confirmation. Read the full list and details here.
Senate Intervenes in Ochanya Ogbanje Sexual Abuse Case
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan presents petition seeking justice for 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje who died after years of alleged sexual abuse by relatives. Senate refers case to ethics committee.
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