The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has upheld 66 petitions and rejected 64 others following its review of complaints concerning candidates listed for the 2027 governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections. The development was disclosed in a statement issued by the commission on Thursday, October 29, 2026. According to the commission, it received a…
There is something deeply troubling about a country where suffering has become so familiar that people no longer find it unusual. A country where kidnapping has become a recurring headline, where families constantly worry about the safety of their loved ones, and where travelling from one location to another sometimes comes with the fear of…
Marriage is supposed to be the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of two people. It represents love, commitment, responsibility and the willingness to build a future together. In Nigeria, however, before many couples can begin that journey, they must first navigate a traditional marriage process that can be financially demanding. Across different…
There is something deeply disturbing about a generation that has become so accustomed to hardship that simply having a peaceful day feels like an achievement. People wake up every morning, not necessarily because they are excited about what life has to offer, but because they have responsibilities they cannot escape. Bills must be paid. Families…
The Centre for Crisis Communication has called for the establishment of an integrated national framework to address misinformation, artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes and emerging cyber threats ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The organisation warned that the increasing use of artificial intelligence to manipulate digital content could create serious challenges for election security, public trust and…
The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Most Reverend Matthew Hassan Kukah, has urged Nigerian youths to take advantage of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to build businesses, create opportunities and contribute to national development. Kukah delivered the message while presenting the convocation lecture of Augustine University, Epe, Lagos, on Thursday, the lecture was titled The…
Nigeria has called on African countries to strengthen indigenous defence industries and reduce their dependence on foreign military equipment as part of efforts to improve continental security. The Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, made the appeal during a strategic engagement with African ministers of defence and chiefs of defence staff at the Africa…
Nigeria and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with renewed emphasis on economic reforms, food security, industrial development, renewable energy and job creation. The commitment was highlighted during a high-level meeting in Abuja between Nigerian government officials and a delegation from the German Bundestag Committee on Economic Cooperation and Development, the German…
The Federal Government has disbursed approximately ₦5.15 trillion in special intervention funds to the Nigerian military and related security agencies between November 2023 and September 2026, according to financial records examined, the expenditure comes amid continuing security challenges across the country, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes. An analysis of documents from the…
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his reported position that he may not visit all 36 states during the 2027 presidential campaign. Obi questioned the President’s explanation that governance responsibilities could prevent him from undertaking an extensive nationwide campaign, arguing that Nigerians deserve an opportunity to hear directly from…