51 m. ago Ignorance Nigeria’s Greatest Threat To Democracy – PAACA Boss

The executive director of the Peering Advocacy and Advancement Centre in Africa (PAACA), Mr. Ezenwa Nwagwu, has described widespread ignorance among citizens as the biggest threat to Nigeria’s democratic growth and electoral integrity. Nwagwu, who spoke on Wednesday at a town hall meeting on electoral reform in Kaduna, warned that unless urgent steps are taken […]

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1 hour ago Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku

Tribune Online Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku The Patriots National Summit: Chairman’s welcome address – HE Chief Emeka Anyaoku GCON CFR I welcome you all to this strictly non-partisan National Summit organized by the Patriots and the Nigerian Political Summit Group. The Patriots as you know is a group of respected elder citizens who are committed to achieving the unity and good […] Nigeria’s constitution must address its pluralism, formulated by elected representatives of its diverse peoples —Anyaoku Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Adamawa PDP Opens Sale Of Councillorship Forms For July 26 By

The PDP in Adamawa State has fixed councillorship forms at ₦250,000 for aspirants in the upcoming Hildi Ward by-election. According to the breakdown, aspirants are expected to pay ₦200,000 for the nomination form and ₦50,000 for the expression of interest form. In accordance with the PDP’s gender inclusivity policy, female aspirants will only be required […] The post Adamawa PDP Opens Sale Of Councillorship Forms For July 26 By-Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Politicians Must Stop Depending On Endorsements, Buhari’s Era Is Over – Salihu Lukman

Mallam Salihu Lukman, former APC Vice Chairman and now ADC chieftain, says Buhari’s death ends the era where his endorsement secured electoral victory in northern Nigeria. Speaking on Arise Television on Wednesday, Lukman reflected on Buhari’s influence and the need for political realignment within the opposition coalition. According to him, even before Buhari’s death, it […] The post Politicians Must Stop Depending On Endorsements, Buhari’s Era Is Over – Salihu Lukman appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago A look at steps to legally contest election results in Nigeria

Tribune Online A look at steps to legally contest election results in Nigeria As aggrieved parties in last Saturday’s off-cycle gubernatorial election express their willingness to contest the results before a competent election petition tribunal, ADEOLA OJO in this report examines the process of election petition in Nigeria; the laws governing the processes for how elections are conducted and how the results can be challenged under the provisions of […] A look at steps to legally contest election results in Nigeria Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Dana Motors targets 18,000 electric cars yearly to drive sustainable mobility in Nigeria

As part of its unwavering commitment to a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable future, Dana Motors Limited, a long-standing leader read more Dana Motors targets 18,000 electric cars yearly to drive sustainable mobility in Nigeria

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52 h. ago Campaigning ahead of 2027 elections a distraction –Foursquare GO

General Overseer of the Foursquare Gospel Church, Rev. Sam Aboyeji,  has described early political campaigning ahead of the 2027 elections as a distraction for the ruling party. Aboyeji, who described the practice as an anomaly, added it was an unhelpful tradition capable of denying Nigerians the dividends of good governance. He said it was premature […] The post Campaigning ahead of 2027 elections a distraction –Foursquare GO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Lagos LG polls: LP kicks, says outcome a mockery of democracy

Tribune Online Lagos LG polls: LP kicks, says outcome a mockery of democracy “The brazen self-allocation of all 57 council chairmanship seats and 375 out of 376 councillorship positions to the APC is not only shameless — it is unprecedented in Nigeria’s electoral history.” Lagos LG polls: LP kicks, says outcome a mockery of democracy Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Why youth must participate in electoral, governance processes

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigerian youths have been challenged to participate in Nigeria’s electoral and governance processes, as sitting on the sidelines would not solve the socioeconomic and political challenges that have been responsible for the country’s slow pace of development. Chief Henry Ifeanyichukwu Njoku, Chief Executive Officer of Harritex Group, gave the charge in […] The post Why youth must participate in electoral, governance processes -Businessman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago PDP’s weak grassroots structure to blame for consistent Lagos election losses – Jandor

Former Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Lagos, Abdul-Azeez Adediran, also known as Jandor, has blamed the party’s consistent losses in the state on its weak grassroots structure. Jandor recently defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and spoke after casting his vote in the Lagos council election on Saturday. He voted at Polling […] The post PDP’s weak grassroots structure to blame for consistent Lagos election losses – Jandor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Prof. Siyan Oyeweso, Chairman of Council, Obafemi Awolowo University, Congratulates Three Alumni on Their Election as Fellows of the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL)

Tribune Online Prof. Siyan Oyeweso, Chairman of Council, Obafemi Awolowo University, Congratulates Three Alumni on Their Election as Fellows of the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL) The Chairman of Council at Obafemi Awolowo University, Professor Siyan Oyeweso, congratulates three distinguished alumni of the University who have been elected as Fellows of the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL), the highest body of humanities scholarship in Nigeria.The honorees are: Professor Gbemisola Aderemi Adeoti, elected as a Regular Fellow Professor Akinwumi Ogundiran, elected as […] Prof. Siyan Oyeweso, Chairman of Council, Obafemi Awolowo University, Congratulates Three Alumni on Their Election as Fellows of the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL) Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Choose peace over violence in ongoing LG election in Lagos – POCACOV

By Christopher Oji As Lagosians have started casting their votes in the on going Local Government and Local Council Development Area (LCDA) elections, Lagos State Chairman of the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), Moses Oladimeji, has appealed to voters across the state to choose peace, not violence. He said that:”No vote is […] The post Choose peace over violence in ongoing LG election in Lagos – POCACOV appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago APC Sets Date For Screening Committee Inauguration Ahead Of Bye

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has scheduled the inauguration of its screening and appeal committees for Monday, July 14, 2025, ahead of legislative bye-elections across the country. This was made known in a statement posted on Saturday. According to the statement, the event will hold at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja by 9 a.m., […] The post APC Sets Date For Screening Committee Inauguration Ahead Of Bye-Elections appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Oyo: INEC Lists 19 Political Parties For Ibadan North Constituency Bye

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed that 19 political parties will participate in the upcoming bye-election for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency seat in Oyo State. The election is scheduled to hold on Saturday, August 16, 2025, following the death of the former representative, Hon. Musliudeen Olaide Akinremi, in July last year. Resident […] The post Oyo: INEC Lists 19 Political Parties For Ibadan North Constituency Bye-Election appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Police promise maximum security ahead of LG elections in Lagos

•Restrict movement By Christopher Oji Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, Olohundare Jimoh, has promised residents of Lagos a peaceful and secure environment for the upcoming local government elections scheduled for Saturday, July 12, 2025. He gave the assurance during a press briefing following a coordinated multi-agency “Show of Force” across the state. CP Jimoh […] The post Police promise maximum security ahead of LG elections in Lagos appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago My mission is to reposition FTAN for meaningful growth, financial strength— Badaki

Tribune Online My mission is to reposition FTAN for meaningful growth, financial strength— Badaki The candidate for the position of president in the forthcoming elective AGM of Federation of Tourism Association of Nigeria (FTAN), Dr Aliyu Badaki and the first deputy president of the federation has promised to strategically reposition FTAN for vibrant visibility and agenda driven body to sustainably transform the federation. Dr. Aliyu Badaki, who spoke with […] My mission is to reposition FTAN for meaningful growth, financial strength— Badaki Tribune Online

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6 d. ago INEC Receives Fresh 7 Applications For Political Party Registration

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has revealed that it has received new seven applications from associations seeking registration as political parties, signalling renewed political activity ahead of Nigeria’s next general election in 2027. In a press release issued on Thursday, July 10, 2025, and signed by Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman of the […]

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6 d. ago Southern Governors’ Forum congratulates Okpebholo on Supreme Court victory

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Southern Governors’ Forum has congratulated Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, on the validation of his election by the Supreme Court of Nigeria, describing it as a well-deserved electoral victory. The Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, stated this in a statement issued on behalf of […] The post Southern Governors’ Forum congratulates Okpebholo on Supreme Court victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago APC Chieftain Hails Supreme Court Verdict On Okpebholo’s Election Victory

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State, Dr. Dennis Osahon Aikoriogie, has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo on the affirmation of his election victory by the Supreme Court of Nigeria. The apex court, in a unanimous judgement delivered on Thursday, upheld the validity of Okpebholo’s election, effectively laying to rest months of […]

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6 d. ago ‘Supreme Court’s Validation Of Edo Guber Outcome Portends Danger To Democracy’, Says Obaseki

The immediate-past governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Supreme Court’s ruling on the September 21, 2024, governorship election in the state, warning that the alleged manipulation of the exercise and subsequent judicial validation of the electon outcome, portends grave danger to Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement released on Thursday, […]

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