Federal High Court Voids INEC’s 2027 Election Timetable
The Federal High Court in Abuja has voided the 2027 election timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission. Justice Mohammed Umar, delivering judgment in a suit brought by the Youth Party, held that INEC’s action imposed restrictive timeframes on political parties for the conduct of primaries and other pre-election activities, contrary to the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026.
Chinda Declared APC Governorship Candidate in Rivers State
Hon. Kingsley Ogundu Chinda, an ally of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has been declared the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Rivers State. Bitrus Kwamoti, Chairman of the APC governorship primary election committee, announced Chinda as the party’s flagbearer on Thursday in Port Harcourt.
PDP Spokesman Remanded in Kwara Correctional Centre Over Defamation Allegation
The Kwara State Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Olusegun Olushola Adewara, was on Thursday remanded at the Oke-Kura Correctional Centre after a State High Court in Ilorin declined to grant him bail in a case involving the alleged defamation of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq.
APC Mass Exodus Looming Over Court Verdict on INEC Guidelines, Says ADC
A mass exodus is looming in the All Progressives Congress following the court verdict on timelines issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission for the conduct of party primaries and the nomination of candidates, the African Democratic Congress has warned. ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi noted that the ruling vindicates the party’s vehement objections to key aspects of the electoral body’s guidelines.
Hamzat Emerges APC Governorship Candidate in Lagos
Dr. Obafemi Hamzat has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State ahead of the 2027 election, following the party’s direct primary held across the state on Thursday. Hamzat, who currently serves as Deputy Governor under Babajide Sanwo-Olu, praised the conduct of the exercise, describing it as peaceful, transparent and reflective of internal democracy within the APC.
JAMB Releases 279 Previously Withheld UTME Results
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released 279 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination results that had earlier been withheld for further investigation. The board’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, confirmed the development on X on Thursday, noting that the latest release was in addition to results previously published by the board.
Lagos Consumer Protection Agency Raises Alarm Over Adulterated Palm Oil
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency has raised an alarm over the circulation of adulterated palm oil in some markets across the state, warning consumers to be cautious and to purchase only from verified sources. As part of enforcement actions aimed at protecting consumers from unsafe and substandard products, the agency sealed a shop on Lagos Island.
APC Reschedules Governorship Primaries in Bauchi, Kwara and Zamfara
The All Progressives Congress has rescheduled its governorship and State House of Assembly primary elections in Bauchi, Kwara and Zamfara states. APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka announced in a statement on Thursday that the governorship primaries in Bauchi and Kwara states have been moved to Friday, May 22, 2026.
Naira Strengthens Further Against Dollar at Official Market
The naira further strengthened against the dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Thursday. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed that the naira appreciated to N1,372.31 per dollar, up from N1,373.34 recorded in the previous session.
Ronaldo Wins First Saudi Pro League Title With Al-Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo has won his first Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr, adding another honour to his illustrious career. The Portuguese superstar joined the Saudi club in December 2022 and has since been in search of a major trophy, a quest that has now come to a triumphant end with the league title.
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