FG Budgets N12.78bn for Enumeration as Census Uncertainty Persists
The Federal Government has earmarked N12.78bn for the National Population Commission (NPC) in the proposed 2026 budget, signalling continued investment in census-related infrastructure and preparatory activities nearly two decades after Nigeria’s last population count. Details of the allocation are contained in the 2026 Appropriation Bill released on Thursday by the Budget Office of the Federation. […]
Labour Party Leadership Defends Split With Obi, Dismisses Claims of Regret Over 2023 Ticket
The leadership of the Labour Party (LP) aligned with Julius Abure has pushed back against claims that it regretted fielding Peter Obi as its presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, insisting instead that the former Anambra State governor parted ways with the party over what it describes as undemocratic conduct and irreconcilable differences over […]
Wike Reaffirms Political Grip in Rivers, Defends Tinubu Support Ahead of 2027
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reiterated that his political bloc remains firmly rooted in Rivers State, insisting that sustained pressure and threats since the 2023 general election have failed to weaken his camp. Speaking on Saturday during a thank-you visit to the Port Harcourt Local Government Area secretariat, Wike said […]
NERC Report Uncovers DISCos Abandon Metering of Consumers
NERC Report Uncovers DISCos Abandon Metering of Consumers A recent report from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has revealed that electricity distribution companies (DisCos) have largely abandoned their primary responsibility of metering customers. According to the data, DisCos funded only 90,172 meters nationwide between 2019 and the third quarter of 2025, […]
South Africa Justifies BRICS Naval Drills as ‘Essential’ Amid Tensions
South Africa Justifies BRICS Naval Drills as ‘Essential’ Amid Tensions South Africa has officially defended its hosting of the “Will for Peace 2026” naval exercises, describing the drills as “essential” for maritime security. The weeklong maneuvers, taking place off the coast of Cape Town, involve a coalition of BRICS Plus nations including […]
NBA Seeks Justice in Alleged Forced Conversion of Muslim girl
NBA Seeks Justice in Alleged Forced Conversion of Muslim girl The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dutse branch, has demanded urgent justice for 16-year-old Walida Abdullahi, who was allegedly abducted, raped, and forcibly converted to Christianity by a Department of State Services (DSS) officer, Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi. The victim had been missing for […]
