By Prosper Okoye The Young Progressive Party (YPP) has confirmed Blessing Ufedojo Benyeogor as its candidate for the 2027 Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial election, setting up a contest against incumbent Senator Ireti Kingibe of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Benyeogor said her decision to contest was driven by concerns over governance gaps in the...
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NDC Shifts Activities Over Eid Holidays, Confirms Nationwide Primaries for May 29
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has confirmed that its presidential, governorship, National Assembly and state assembly primaries will hold nationwide on May 29 despite disruptions caused by the Eid-el-Kabir holidays. The party said logistical challenges linked to the public holidays, including limited flight availability, had left many aspirants and members of its screening committees stranded...
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Championing Civil Service Reform with Launch of ‘INSPIRE’ for Women
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially launched the “Inclusive Network for Supporting Progressive Leadership, Innovation, Reform and Equity for Women” (INSPIRE) initiative. Unveiled at the International Civil Service Conference 2026 in Abuja, which was held under the theme “Reforms, Resilience and Results,” the program is designed to drive inclusion, leadership development, and professional...
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Offa APC Primary: Ashiru Camp Rejects Defeat Claims, Accuses Opponents of Spreading False Narratives
The camp of Deputy Senate Leader, Lola Ashiru, has dismissed claims that he lost the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary in Offa Local Government Area, insisting that the people of Offa overwhelmingly supported the lawmaker during the exercise. In a statement issued in Ilorin by his Legislative Aide, Olaitan Adeyanju, the Ashiru camp accused...
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CAN Kwara Clarifies Neutral Stance, Disowns Political Endorsements Ahead of Elections
The Kwara State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria has reaffirmed its non-partisan posture, declaring that it remains neutral and will not be involved in political endorsements or alignments ahead of upcoming elections. The association stated that it has not endorsed any political party or candidate, distancing itself from any claim or impression suggesting...
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WE WILL CONTINUE TO PROVIDE INFRASTRUCTURE IN THE FCT – FCT MINISTER
…DIRECTS THE CONSTRUCTION OF ACCESS ROAD TO BODY OF BENCHERS ANNEX The FCT Minister, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has reiterated the Administration’s commitment to providing infrastructure in the nation’s capital and will not be swayed by unnecessary criticism. Barr. Wike stated this when he received a delegation of the Body of Benchers, led by its...
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Kwara PDP Raises Alarm Over Insecurity, Alleged Political Intimidation During British Envoy’s Visit
The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Monday accused the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of failing to tackle worsening insecurity, suppressing opposition voices and neglecting critical sectors such as education and healthcare in the state. The opposition party made the allegations during the official visit of the British Deputy High...
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2027: Party chieftain warns Tinubu over zoning crisis
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State, Ambassador Paul Mengshak, has warned that the party risks losing the state in the 2027 general elections if it fails to respect long-standing zoning arrangements across constituencies. Mengshak, who is the Convener of Concerned Members of APC in Plateau, raised the alarm while addressing...
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President Tinubu assures Nigerian workers of social security, life after retirement
…Says over 7.5m covered by Employees’ Compensation Scheme President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday restated the commitment of the Federal Government towards ensuring that every Nigerian worker is insulated from sudden economic ruin, workplace injury and assured of a dignified life after retirement. The president gave the assurance at the opening of a two-day ISSA...
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Kwara APC fires back at Saraki, insists Offa robbery case must be settled in court
The Kwara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a strong swipe at former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), urging them to stop what it described as media theatrics and face the legal process over the 2018 Offa robbery incident. In a statement issued on April 18,...