A comment by former Anambra State Governor and Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate Peter Obi about Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has triggered political reactions, with an All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain and an aide to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, offering sharply different interpretations of the development.
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2027: Peter Obi, Peter Ameh Urge Voters to Protect Their Ballots, Demand Credible Elections
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, and the party’s Kogi East senatorial candidate, Peter Ameh, have called for a credible electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging Nigerians to remain vigilant and ensure their votes are properly counted.
Zambia Votes as President Hichilema Seeks Second Term in High-Stakes Election
Zambians have begun voting in a closely watched presidential election that will determine whether President Hakainde Hichilema secures another five-year term amid continuing debate over the country’s economic recovery and cost-of-living pressures.
Count Binface Leads Nigel Farage in Nationwide Poll Ahead of Extraordinary Clacton By-Election
A nationwide poll has produced an extraordinary result ahead of the Clacton parliamentary by-election, with more British adults saying they would prefer satirical candidate Count Binface to defeat Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
Trump names Will Scharf as White House counsel ahead of midterm elections
United States President Donald Trump has appointed White House Staff Secretary Will Scharf as his next White House counsel, placing a longtime legal ally in one of the administration’s most influential legal positions as the country approaches the 2026 midterm elections.
Federal Government Opens Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service Recruitment: Application Guide, Requirements and Deadline
The Federal Government has officially commenced the 2026 recruitment exercise into the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS), inviting suitably qualified Nigerians to apply for vacancies across the Superintendent, Inspectorate and Assistant Cadres.
INEC Rules Out Extension as Continuous Voter Registration Ends Today
In a statement posted on its official X account, INEC reaffirmed that the CVR exercise would end on Sunday, July 26, 2026, with registration centres nationwide operating between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
PFIPC Controversy Deepens as Police Prepare to Arraign Adeyemi
Court records show that the prosecution intends to call several witnesses, including Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, alongside civil servants, law enforcement officers and other individuals allegedly connected to the case.
Tinubu Meets Security Chiefs as Debate Grows Over Military Pay and Troop Welfare
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with Nigeria’s top security and intelligence officials at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, amid growing public debate over the welfare of military personnel following recent comments on soldiers’ salaries.
Trump Welcomes U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Upholding State Bans on Transgender Athletes in Girls’ Sports
U.S. President Donald Trump has welcomed a landmark ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that allows states to enforce laws restricting transgender athletes from participating in girls’ and women’s school sports, describing the decision as a major victory.