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PDP’s lawsuit against Tinubu and Shettima over ‘Double Nomination’ dismissed by Appeal Court
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed the appeal made by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) seeking the disqualification of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as the presidential and…
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CBN confirms disbursement of substantial amount of naira notes to banks
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has implemented a coordinated effort to ease the circulation of banknotes of various denominations across the country. To achieve this, the CBN has evacuated…
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Appeal court reinstates Adeleke as Osun governor
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has made a significant ruling on the Osun State Governorship election dispute. Senator Ademola Adeleke was initially removed from his position as governor by…
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PDP suspends Fayose, Anyim, two others over anti-party activities
Ayodele Fayose, the former governor of Ekiti State, Pius Anyim, a former president of the Senate, Professor Dennis Ityavyar, and Aslam Aliyu were all suspended from the Peoples Democratic Party…
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Reps withdraw bill to legalize cannabis
Recently, the House of Representatives in Nigeria stepped down a bill that proposed the legalization of cannabis for both recreational and medicinal purposes. The bill, which was co-sponsored by Marian…
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Ekweremadu and wife found guilty of organ trafficking
Ike Ekweremadu, former vice president of the Senate, and his wife, Beatrice, were found guilty of organ trafficking in the United Kingdom. After a six-week trial at the Old Bailey,…
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INEC declares Labour Party’s Alex Otti winner of Abia governorship election
Alex Otti of the Labour Party (LP) has won the March 18 governorship election in Abia State. He trounced his opponents like Okey Ahiwe of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…
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Emefiele apologizes for failed electronic transactions, assures quick resolution
The CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele, has issued an apology to the people of Nigeria for the recent uptick in unsuccessful online banking transactions. On Tuesday, after a two-day meeting in…
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Buhari rejects bill granting NASS power to summon the President
During Tuesday's plenary, Senate President Ahmad Lawan announced that the Senate would be conducting an investigation into the 19 Constitution Alteration Bills that were rejected by retired Major General Muhammadu…
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Obi petitions against Tinubu’s win, calls for fresh election
The Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has initiated legal proceedings against the declared winner of the February 25th presidential election, Bola Tinubu, by filing a petition at the…
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Fintiri of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) defeats Binani in Adamawa’s gubernatorial race
Adamawa State Governor and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Adamawa State, Ahmadu Fintiri, has won the majority of votes cast in Saturday's election. While Mr. Fintiri has not…
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APC emerges victorious in Niger and Ebonyi Gubernatorial Elections, PDP claims victory in Delta
APC wins in Niger State Umar Bago, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared the winner of the governorship election in Niger state. Clement Allawa, the resident…
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Chimaroke Nnamani Parts Ways with PDP Following Electoral Defeat
Chimaroke Nnamani, the former senator representing Enugu East, recently announced his resignation from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) following his defeat in the senatorial race to Kelvin Chukwu, the Labour…
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We’re investigating MC Oluomo’s threat against Igbos – Police
Idowu Owohunwa, the commissioner of police in Lagos, says the command is investigating the threat issued against Igbo by Musiliu Akinsanya, chairman of parks and garages. On Thursday, a video…
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Anyone that attempts to disrupt the elections should be prepared to die – Police
Election day for governors and state assemblies is this Saturday, and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has issued a warning about possible disruptions. Political parties and their supporters are on…
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IGP orders restriction of movement on Election Day
Ahead of the gubernatorial and state assembly elections on March 18, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Usman Baba, has ordered the restriction of all vehicular movement on roads, waterways, and…
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Lagos State’s Economy needs an Experienced Leader – Sanwo-Olu
The governor of Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has stated that the state's economy cannot be handled by someone without the necessary experience in governance and leadership. At the March 18 gubernatorial…
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Political cartels in Lagos are conspiring against me – PDP’s Jandor
Dr Olajide Adediran, often known as Jandor, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for governor in Lagos, has revealed plots by cartels and godfathers inside the PDP and the All…
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12.9 Million Cyberattacks Recorded During Presidential Election – FG
During the recently finished Presidential and National Assembly elections, a total of 12,9 million cyberattacks from inside as well as outside the country were recorded. Prof. Isa Pantami, Minister of…
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FAAN announces eight weeks closure of two Lagos airport runways for maintenance
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has announced that runways 18R and 36L will be closed for maintenance at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. Monday, FAAN…
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Fake and malicious news – Emefiele dismisses allegations of targeting Tinubu
Godwin Emefiele, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has categorically denied accusations of orchestrating a plot against Bola Tinubu, the President-elect. Reports had emerged claiming that Emefiele…
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INEC has refused to give Obi access to presidential election materials – LP campaign
The LP campaign has accused INEC of hindering Peter Obi, the party's standard bearer, from accessing election materials. Reports suggest that the court of appeal granted Obi permission to access…
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Lagos bus driver apologizes post train crash following psychiatric and drug assessments
The driver of the Lagos State Government Staff bus involved in a collision with a train at the PWD/Shogunle railway line on the Agege Motor Road, Lagos, has expressed remorse…
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Tinubu’s victory stands, June 12 repeat unlikely – Presidency
According to Garba Shehu, the presidential spokesperson, the election of Bola Tinubu is valid and can only be invalidated through a court ruling. Shehu made this statement while summarizing President…
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INEC postpones Gubernatorial and State Assembly elections by one week
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has concluded arrangements to postpone the governorship and state house of assembly elections scheduled for Saturday, March 11. The polls have now been rescheduled…
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Tinubu granted permission by court to inspect INEC materials in defence of election
Bola Tinubu, the president-elect of Nigeria, has been granted permission by the court of appeal to access sensitive materials used by the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) during the presidential election.…
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Labour Party’s Rhodes-Vivour visits burnt Lagos market, donates N15m
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party candidate for the upcoming governorship election in Lagos State on March 11, paid a visit to the Akere Spare Parts Market in the Ajegunle area…
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Atiku employs 19 SANs to challenge Tinubu’s victory
To contest the results of the presidential election held on February 25, Peoples Democratic Party candidate Atiku Abubakar has assembled a team of 19 Senior Advocates of Nigeria. On Wednesday,…
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Obi Cancels Gubernatorial Campaign Trips to Pursue Mandate in Court
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), has announced that he will not be embarking on campaign trips for the gubernatorial and state assembly candidates of the…
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APC appoints 12 senior advocates to defend Tinubu’s mandate
Twelve Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) have been recruited by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to defend the election results for APC presidential candidate Bola Tinubu. With 8,794,726 votes, Tinubu…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy