Why I chose to step down as INEC chairman – Yakubu
Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has stepped down as INEC Chairman after a decade in office, handing over to Ms. May Agbamuche-Mbu as acting head to enable a smooth leadership transition.
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Minister resigns amid certificate forgery allegations
Minister Nnaji resigned after UNN and NYSC disowned the certificates linked to him, with President Tinubu accepting his resignation amid mounting allegations.
Umahi, Arise TV’s Rufai Oseni trade words in heated live interview
Minister of Works, David Umahi, and Arise TV anchor, Rufai Oseni, clashed during a live broadcast of The Morning Show, sparking widespread reactions online.
Niger state governor’s aide allegedly slaps NANISS president during convention
Niger Governor’s aide Musa Muhammad allegedly slapped NANISS President Muhammad Isah Bashi during a tense student convention in Minna, amid accusations of government interference.ntion
Reps launch probe into crypto, PoS over fraud, security risks
Lawmakers inaugurated an ad hoc committee to regulate cryptocurrency and PoS operations in Nigeria, citing fraud, money laundering, and security risks.
Fire guts section of Rivers state secretariat in Port Harcourt
A fire on Monday destroyed part of the Rivers State Secretariat in Port Harcourt, with officials confirming the incident and ongoing firefighting efforts.
Ethiopian officials pay INEC a visit to study Nigeria’s electoral system
INEC is hosting Ethiopian officials for a week-long study visit to exchange ideas on election management and strengthen Africa’s democratic institutions.
CBN caps daily agent banking withdrawals at ₦100,000
CBN introduces strict limits and monitoring standards for agent banking to curb financial abuse and enhance transparency.
Nigeria’s Anglican Church cuts ties with Canterbury over ‘pro-gay’ female Archbishop
The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has declared spiritual independence from the Church of England following the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury, citing her stance on same-sex marriage and female leadership as signs of moral decline.
NUPENG declares Oshiomhole “persona non grata” over comments on Dangote refinery strike
NUPENG has declared Senator Adams Oshiomhole persona non grata for criticising PENGASSAN’s strike against Dangote Refinery, accusing him of betraying Nigerian workers and rationalising their victimisation.