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A Washington-linked policy and legal outfit, Von Batten-Montague York L.C., has stepped into Nigeria’s unfolding political tensions, warning that recent actions by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could undermine democratic competition and attract international scrutiny at a sensitive electoral moment.The concern centers on INEC’s decision to suspend recognition of the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), amid ongoing internal ...

The commissioning of the Gateway International Airport in Iperu is shaping up as more than a ceremonial event—it is being framed as a strategic inflection point for regional industrialization and Nigeria’s broader economic ambitions, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expected to headline the inauguration.The project, championed by Dapo Abiodun, has drawn strong commendation from the Iperu Indigenes Forum, which described the airport as a transformative asset posit...

As Nigeria edges closer to another election cycle and the Easter season, the Nigeria Police Force in Lagos has ramped up its security posture, with Commissioner of Police Fatai Tijani assuring residents of robust measures to safeguard lives and property.Speaking at a security stakeholders’ meeting held at POWA Hall in Ikeja as part of activities marking National Police Week 2026, Tijani emphasized proactive deployment of personnel across critical locations, including c...

In a move that underscores a growing emphasis on institutional welfare, the Nigeria Police Force has disbursed over ₦30.5 million to families of officers who died in the line of duty, signaling a renewed commitment to supporting personnel beyond active service.The cheques were presented at the Ogun State Police Command headquarters in Abeokuta by Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni, representing the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu. The event formed part of activ...

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has firmly pushed back against mounting calls for the resignation of its Chairman, Joash Amupitan, describing such demands as a direct threat to its constitutional independence.In a strongly worded statement issued in Abuja, INEC dismissed allegations of bias raised by political actors, insisting its recent decisions—particularly regarding internal disputes within the African Democratic Congress (ADC)—were stri...

In a strategic push to strengthen Nigeria’s innovation capacity, Ademola Adeleke has called for the widespread establishment of engineering endowment funds, positioning them as critical drivers of national development.Speaking at the ₦150 million MicCom Memorial Endowment for Engineering Development held at Obafemi Awolowo University, Adeleke framed the initiative as a forward-looking investment in human capital and technological advancement.The end...

In a move aimed at calming tensions and restoring confidence, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured residents of Jos that the recent wave of violence will not recur, following a deadly attack that claimed at least 28 lives and left 22 others injured.During a visit to the troubled city, the President struck an emotional tone as he addressed victims’ families, acknowledging their grief and emphasizing that no amount of compensation could replace lost lives. His remarks were part...

Growing anxiety over Nigeria’s democratic future took center stage in Lagos as Femi Falana and Gani Adams warned that continued judicial interference in party affairs could pave the way for a one-candidate presidential election in 2027.The warning was issued at the fifth Comrade Yinka Odumakin Memorial Lecture, where both speakers raised alarm over what they described as a dangerous pattern of conflicting court orders and legal manipulation destabilising opposition par...

Fresh political tension is brewing ahead of the 2027 elections as Peter Obi takes aim at prominent figures from Nigeria’s pro-democracy era, accusing them of abandoning the ideals they once championed.Obi’s criticism comes in the wake of the decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to derecognise leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a move that has sparked outrage within opposition circles and intensified concerns over the cou...

A growing confrontation between Nigeria’s opposition and the electoral umpire is intensifying ahead of the 2027 general elections, as Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) faces mounting criticism over its decision to derecognise key leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).The move, which affects prominent figures including David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola, has triggered outrage within opposition ranks, with party leaders accusing INEC of political bi...