2027: ‘Presiding officer open to danger’ – Igini on consequences of controversial electoral act bill
Former Mike Igini, who once served with the Independent National Electoral Commission, has warned that the proposed Electoral Act amendment could put polling officials at risk during the 2027 elections. He shared this concern while speaking on Arise Television. Igini explained that the bill might bring back a system similar to the old incident form, […]
Anambra election: Army debunks viral video of involvement in electoral activities
The Nigerian Army has dismissed a viral video circulating online claiming that soldiers were used in the Anambra State election. The Army described the video as false and misleading, noting that it was created to cause confusion and raise tension during the electoral process. Officials emphasized that the military did not interfere in any part […]
Anambra guber: Soludo funding state militias to disrupt polls – YPP candidate
A governorship candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) in Anambra State has accused Governor Charles Soludo of allegedly sponsoring armed groups to interfere with the upcoming election. According to the YPP candidate, the governor is funding state-backed militias to create fear among voters and influence the outcome of the poll. The candidate described the […]
Anambra guber: We’ve deployed helicopters, drones for security – Police
Ahead of the upcoming governorship election in Anambra State, the Police Command has boosted its security operations with the deployment of helicopters, drones, and special tactical teams. The State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, confirmed the development on Sunday while addressing journalists in Awka. According to Orutugu, the additional personnel and equipment were approved by […]
Amupitan Considers Use Of Drones During Elections
The nominated Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Dr. Amupitan, has suggested the introduction of drones to enhance security and transparency during elections in Nigeria. The proposal was made on Thursday while he appeared before the Senate for screening and confirmation. Amupitan’s comment came in response to a question from Senator Orji Uzor […]
By-election: Hundreds of armed thugs arrested in Kano
During the ongoing by-election in Kano State, security agents have arrested hundreds of political thugs carrying weapons. The Kano State INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner, Ambassador Abdu Zango, told reporters that the thugs were heading towards Bagwai, where voting was in progress, when the authorities intercepted them. He also mentioned that in Shanono, some thugs almost […]
Drama As Police, DSS Arrest Suspected Vote Buyer With N25.9m In Kaduna
Security officers in Kaduna State have arrested a man accused of vote buying after they found him with ₦25,963,000 in cash. The arrest happened only a few hours before the bye-elections were set to begin in some parts of the state. The suspect, identified as Shehu Aliyu Patangi, was picked up around 3:30 a.m. at […]
Osun election underway despite AGF’s advice, Governor Adeleke votes in polling unit
The Osun State election is happening as planned, despite calls for its suspension. Governor Ademola Adeleke cast his vote at Unit 9, Ward 2, in Ede North Local Government Area at 8 a.m. on Saturday. The election comes with rising tension, as the Nigeria Police Force had warned about possible unrest due to political disagreements. […]
Labour Party Withdraws From Osun Local Government Election
The Labour Party (LP) in Osun State has pulled out of the local government election set for Saturday. The party made this announcement on Friday in Osogbo. Mr. Adebayo Bello, the LP chairman in Osun, said the decision was due to poor security arrangements by the State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC). He asked OSSIEC to […]
One day, Nigeria will get to the level where people will reject bad behaviour from the political class – Goodluck Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has said that Nigeria will improve when citizens stop tolerating bad behavior from politicians. He believes that political leaders will start doing the right thing only when the people demand it. Jonathan shared his thoughts during a book launch in Abuja on Tuesday, February 18. He criticized how Nigerians celebrate wrongdoing, […]