5 h. ago 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu?

From: Ismail Omipidan, Abuja When Professor Mahmud Yakubu was named the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in October 2015, he pledged to reform the commission and introduce necessary changes that would help strengthen the country’s electoral process. In demonstrating his commitment, he consistently urged legislators to make timely interventions ahead of each […] The post 10 years in office, what has changed in INEC under Prof. Yakubu? appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago 2026 budget: Citizens’ engagement on as referendum for Oyebanji’s continuity

Tribune Online 2026 budget: Citizens’ engagement on as referendum for Oyebanji’s continuity THE massive crowds that welcomed him to the Town Hall Meetings/Citizens’ Engagement in preparation for the 2026 Budget and the attendant excitement told the story and they were both visible to the blind and audible to the deaf. These are tell-tale indications that the people of Ekiti State are truly in love with Governor Biodun […] 2026 budget: Citizens’ engagement on as referendum for Oyebanji’s continuity Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Senior Lawyer Dismisses Fresh Suit To Bar Jonathan From 2027 Race

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Oba Maduabuchi, has stated that the suit filed in the Federal High Court, Abuja to prevent ex-President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting in 2027 is “an abuse of court process.” The senior lawyer made this known Tuesday, during an interview on Arise TV’s Morning Show. He said, “An abuse of court […]

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7 h. ago Bauchi govt restates commitment to sustaining economic frameworks

Tribune Online Bauchi govt restates commitment to sustaining economic frameworks The assurance was given by the Chairman, main Organising Committee of the First Bauchi Economic and Investment Summit, Professor Murtala Sagagi, during Bauchi govt restates commitment to sustaining economic frameworks Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Nigerians complain about Tinubu’s economy but still buy iPhone 17 — Reno Omokri

Tribune Online Nigerians complain about Tinubu’s economy but still buy iPhone 17 — Reno Omokri Omokri argued that many Nigerians claim the economy has been destroyed, yet continue to spend lavishly on luxury products such as Apple’s latest smartphone, which costs about $1,999.  Nigerians complain about Tinubu’s economy but still buy iPhone 17 — Reno Omokri Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New INEC Acting Chair May Agbamuche

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has a new acting chairman, May Agbamuche-Mbu, the senior National Commissioner in the Commissioner currently and accomplished legal expert with over three decades of experience. Her emergence followed the handover of duties to her by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who has proceeded on terminal leave on Tuesday. The announcement was […]

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12 h. ago Djokovic Vanquishes Exhaustion To Push Through To Shanghai Quarterfinals

      Novak Djokovic banished exhaustion and played through an ankle injury scare to make it to the quarterfinals of the Shanghai Masters on … Continue reading Djokovic Vanquishes Exhaustion To Push Through To Shanghai Quarterfinals The post Djokovic Vanquishes Exhaustion To Push Through To Shanghai Quarterfinals appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago CVR Update: Youths Dominate As INEC Records 6.85m Registrations

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday announced that a total of 6.85 million Nigerians have completed their pre-online registration. The registration is part of the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise aimed at expanding voter participation ahead of upcoming elections. According to the Commission’s Week Six update, published on its official website, […] The post CVR Update: Youths Dominate As INEC Records 6.85m Registrations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman

Tribune Online JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu has handed over leadership of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to May Agbamuche, who now serves as the Acting National Chairman of the commission. JUST IN: Yakubu hands over to Agbamuche as INEC acting chairman Tribune Online

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14 h. ago BREAKING: Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche As INEC Acting Chairman

Professor Mahmood Yakubu is leaving office as INEC chairman, having completed his two-term tenure of 10 years. The post BREAKING: Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche As INEC Acting Chairman appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Kanu’s continued detention posing grave risks to his life – Ohanaeze

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Igbo communities in Canada have raised the alarm over the health condition of the leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), warning that his his continued detention poses grave risks to his life. President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Canada, Chief Anicetus Nwizundu who stated this in a statement, urged the federal […] The post Kanu’s continued detention posing grave risks to his life – Ohanaeze appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago ‘I’m a professor’, Umahi, Rufai Oseni clash on Arise TV show

Tribune Online ‘I’m a professor’, Umahi, Rufai Oseni clash on Arise TV show The climax of the interaction involved several sharp exchanges, with Umahi repeatedly telling Oseni to 'keep quiet' and... ‘I’m a professor’, Umahi, Rufai Oseni clash on Arise TV show Tribune Online

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18 h. ago APC National Chairman flags off medical outreach with 25 foreign doctors in Plateau

Tribune Online APC National Chairman flags off medical outreach with 25 foreign doctors in Plateau The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has flagged off a 14-day medical outreach to take place simultaneously in four hospitals in the Plateau North Senatorial District of Plateau State... APC National Chairman flags off medical outreach with 25 foreign doctors in Plateau Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Wike, Uba Sani emerge best performing minister, governor of the year

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, have emerged as Best Performing Minister and Best Performing Governor of the Year 2025 respectively, at the forthcoming Democracy Heroes Award Africa. The duo were recognised for their outstanding contributions to deepening democratic governance through people-oriented […] The post Wike, Uba Sani emerge best performing minister, governor of the year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Osun LG Crisis: Aregbesola Loyalists Fault FG’s On Alleged Release Of Funds

Omoluwabi Progressives, an offshoot of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has described the release of local government funds to alleged illegal political functionaries in Osun State as a brazen assault on democracy, the rule of law, and the sanctity of the Nigerian constitution. It therefore warned the chairmen and councillors concerned not to touch the […]

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23 h. ago Federal Government Targets 100m Children For Immunisation Against Measles, Others

The federal government has launched what it described as Africa’s biggest integrated health campaign, targeting over 100 million Nigerian children for vaccination against measles, rubella, polio, and the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), among other preventable diseases. The coordinating minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, who spoke at the national flag-off ceremony […]

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25 h. ago “My Spirit Connects With Wizkid, He’s Like Magician” – Seyi Shay

Nigerian singer and songwriter Seyi Shay has opened up about her early working relationship with Afrobeats superstar Wizkid, detailing how their musical collaborations grew into a meaningful friendship and mentorship. Speaking on The Honest Bunch Podcast, the “Irawo” hitmaker highlighted the natural chemistry they shared in the studio, which led to several joint projects, including […] The post “My Spirit Connects With Wizkid, He’s Like Magician” – Seyi Shay appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Empowerment: Organisation moves to raise N100bn for military, paramilitary families

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A private organisation, Defend Trust Fund Campaign (DTFC), has concluded arrangements to launch a national campaign to raise funds to empower families of soldiers and other paramilitary personnel across the country. Addressing a press conference at the Secretariat of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Kaduna, the Lead Advocate, Defend Trust Fund […] The post Empowerment: Organisation moves to raise N100bn for military, paramilitary families appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Constitution review: We must restore confidence in public institutions –Akpabio

Nigeria needs constitution that strengthens democracy – Kalu From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has stressed the need to restore citizens’ confidence in public institutions. He stated this, yesterday, at a consultative session organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review for political parties. Also, Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, said the […] The post Constitution review: We must restore confidence in public institutions –Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Transforming health sector in Gombe: Holds summit, raises blueprint for systemic change

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe When it comes to healthcare delivery in Nigeria, the statistics rarely inspire confidence. The country continues to grapple with high maternal and child mortality rates, overburdened tertiary hospitals, underfunded primary health centres, and an exodus of health workers seeking better opportunities abroad. Against this backdrop, Gombe State is charting an ambitious […] The post Transforming health sector in Gombe: Holds summit, raises blueprint for systemic change appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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