National Political Summit Holds November 11 As Jonathan, Osinbajo, Obi, Amaechi, Ezekwesili, Others Set Agenda for 2027 Elections, Demand Urgent Electoral Reforms
In a bold move to shape Nigeria’s democratic future, an array of eminent national leaders, former top office holders, and civil society advocates have set a fresh agenda for sweeping electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general elections. This followed…
21 Things to Know About Nigeria’s New INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN)
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu nominated Amupitan, whose appointment was endorsed by the National Council of State, pending final confirmation by the Nigerian Senate.
APC Chieftain, Hon. Stephen Abraham Ajiya, Hails Appointment of Prof. Amupitan as INEC Chairman — Says Tinubu is Righting the Wrongs of the Past
A prominent Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the North Central Zone, Hon. Stephen Abraham Ajiya, has applauded the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing…
Delta Exco Approves N10bn For Pensioners, Reviews Key Infrastructure Contracts
The Delta State Executive Council (EXCO), on Thursday, approved the disbursement of ₦10 billion to offset the pension liabilities inherited from previous administrations in the state. The meeting, which was presided over by the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, was…
Obidient Movement Reacts To Appointment of Prof. Amupitan as INEC Chairman
…Group Urges New Electoral Chief to Usher in Era of Credible, Transparent Polls Ahead of 2027 Elections The Obidient Movement, a leading civic and political reform network associated with Nigeria’s growing democratic consciousness, has extended its congratulations to Professor Joash…
President Tinubu Pardons Herbert Macaulay, Vatsa, Lawan, Grants Clemency to 82 Inmates
In a significant development, Major General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, sentenced to death over a treason charge in 1986, has received a posthumous pardon from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Vatsa, a poet, was among the 17 people who received presidential pardons…
APC Youth, Women Leaders Partner NSIPA to Deepen Grassroots Empowerment Through GEEP 3.0
Meeting Focuses on Digital Registration, Microcredit Access, and Joint Outreach to Boost Youth and Women’s Inclusion The National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) has opened a new chapter of collaboration with political youth and women leaders of the ruling All…
Council of State Unanimously Approves Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN) as New INEC Chairman
…Tinubu Hails Appointee’s Integrity …Says Nomination Reflects Inclusiveness and Merit…Senate to Screen Nominee The National Council of State has unanimously approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, as the new Chairman of the Independent National…
INEC: CNPP Congratulates Prof. Joash Amupitan, Urges Him to Uphold Integrity, Restore Public Confidence in Electoral Process
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has congratulated Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) on his nomination and unanimous approval by the National Council of State as the new Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing the development…
Pelumi Onifade: Coroner Orders Contempt Proceedings Against Ikorodu Hospital Director Over Failure to Produce Records of Late #EndSARS Journalist
A Lagos State Coroner’s Court has ordered contempt proceedings against the Medical Director of Ikorodu General Hospital for failing to comply with a court order to produce records related to the remains of the late journalist, Mr. Pelumi Onifade, who…
Nigeria’s Health System: Report Reveals 80% Infrastructure Failure, 75% Out-of-Pocket Spending, and 45% Performance Score — Minister Pate Says Challenges Are Surmountable
Nigeria’s health system is in a state of deep crisis, marked by decaying infrastructure, inadequate funding, weak governance, and massive inequality in access to healthcare, according to a newly launched Country Health Systems and Services Profile (CHSSP) for Nigeria, 2025….
