Atiku Demands Probe Into Alleged INEC Voter Data Leak
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has called for a comprehensive investigation into the alleged unauthorized disclosure of data from the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) database of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), warning that the incident could erode public trust ahead of the 2027 general elections. The call was […]
FG Bans Mandatory Three-Month Pre-Retirement Leave for Civil Servants
The Federal Government has ordered Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to immediately discontinue the practice of placing civil servants on compulsory three-month pre-retirement leave, describing it as a misinterpretation of existing public service regulations. The directive was contained in a circular issued by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, and […]
Matawalle Advocates Continental Naval Alliance on Maritime Security
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has urged African naval forces to deepen regional collaboration in response to escalating maritime insecurity, stressing that no nation can effectively confront the threats in isolation. He made the call at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Sea Power for Africa Symposium themed “Leveraging Technology for Enhanced Maritime […]
CAN Declares June 14 ‘Black Sunday’ Over Rising Insecurity
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has declared Sunday, June 14, 2026, as “Black Sunday” in honour of victims of terrorist attacks, kidnappings and violent crimes across the country. The decision was announced at the conclusion of the National Church Denominational Leadership Summit 2026 held at the National Christian Centre in Abuja. CAN President, Daniel […]
Political Tremors Hit Reps as Chinda Quits Minority Leader Position
Fresh political realignments swept through the House of Representatives on Thursday as several lawmakers dumped their parties for new platforms amid growing tensions ahead of the 2027 elections. The shake-up also saw Minority Leader Kingsley Chinda resign from his leadership position after emerging as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers […]
Farotimi: Nigeria Has Never Had Genuine Democracy
A lawyer and political activist, Dele Farotimi, has argued that Nigeria has never truly operated a democratic system, describing what exists as a “performative shadow” of democracy. Farotimi made the claim during an interview on News Central Television, where he said Nigeria’s electoral process functions more as a ritual than a genuine democratic exercise. According […]
Trump Administration Expands Citizenship Revocation Efforts as Immigration Crackdown Intensifies
The Trump administration has pledged to increase efforts to revoke the citizenship of certain naturalized Americans, framing the initiative as part of a broader campaign to strengthen immigration enforcement and combat fraud in the naturalization process. The policy has generated concern among immigrant advocacy groups, legal experts and naturalized citizens, who warn that an expanded […]
Kenya’s President Defends U.S.-Backed Ebola Facility Amid Legal Challenge and Public Backlash
Kenyan President William Ruto has defended plans to establish a U.S.-supported Ebola quarantine facility in the country, arguing that the project is part of a longstanding health partnership between Kenya and the United States. Speaking publicly on the issue for the first time Monday evening, Ruto said the proposed facility at Laikipia Air Base was […]
Hegseth Intervenes in Navy Admiral Promotions, Sources Say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth personally intervened in the promotion process for several Navy officers selected for advancement to the rank of rear admiral (lower half), or one-star admiral, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. The move came after a board of senior Navy admirals had already reviewed and recommended candidates for promotion. While […]
2027: Uzodimma, APC Leaders Push Unity After Primaries
Hope Uzodimma has called on members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State to remain united following the party’s recent primaries and congresses, stressing that collective interest must override personal ambitions ahead of the 2027 general elections. He made the appeal during a post-primary stakeholders’ meeting held at the Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu International Convention […]
