EU Calls for Reforms before 2027 Elections
The European Union Election Observation Mission has urged Nigeria to implement urgent judicial and constitutional reforms before the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Abuja, EU Parliament member Barry Andrews commended INEC for improvements since 2023 but stressed that major reforms — including electronic transmission of results and INEC’s financial autonomy — require legislative action. INEC […]
Atiku Denies Stepping Down in 2027
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed reports that he plans to step down for another candidate ahead of the 2027 elections. His media aide, Paul Ibe, clarified that Atiku’s BBC Hausa interview was misrepresented. According to him, the former Vice President only encouraged young politicians to join the contest but never said he would […]
Senator Ibrahim Lamido: The Futility of Factionalizing the APC.
By Emmanuel Ado In any functioning democracy, political parties are more than just vehicles for winning general elections. Unfortunately, in Nigeria, and for many politicians, that is precisely what the parties are for. After the elections, it is typical for these politicians to disappear and only resurface during the next election cycle when they once […]
NRC Resumes Passenger Service on Abuja-Kaduna Rail Corridor
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) announced on Wednesday the immediate resumption of passenger train services on the Abuja–Kaduna corridor, effective Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The announcement was made in a statement by the Chief Public Relations Officer, Callistus Unyimadu, who confirmed that commercial service would recommence following the successful completion of all required safety, […]
Our Worst Days Are Over,’ President Tinubu Assures Nigerians on 65th Independence Anniversary
President Bola Tinubu assured Nigerians on Wednesday that the nation’s “worst days are over,” declaring that his economic reforms are beginning to deliver results and that hope is rising for a more prosperous nation. In his national broadcast to mark the country’s 65th Independence anniversary, Tinubu stated that his administration, since coming into office […]
U.S. Voices Amplify Claims of Christian Genocide in Nigeria – TruthNigeria
By Ezinwanne Onwuka Amid a growing death toll and persistent reports of attacks on Christian communities in Nigeria, popular American voices are now amplifying what advocacy groups have long warned: that Christians in Nigeria are facing genocide. Still, the Nigerian government insists the claims are “despicable.” U.S. Voices Demand Attention to Nigeria’s Violence U.S. boxing […]
Court Orders Arrest of INEC Chairman Over Contempt
The Federal High Court in Osogbo, Osun State capital, has ordered the Inspector General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, to arrest the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu, for contempt and disobedience of court orders. The court’s decision was in response to a suit filed by the Action Alliance (AA) […]
Socialist Labour Backs PENGASSAN Strike, Demands Recall of 800 Fired Dangote Workers
By Ehis Agbon The Socialist Labour movement has thrown its weight behind the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) over its ongoing strike, calling for the immediate reinstatement of 800 Nigerian workers allegedly sacked by Dangote Petroleum Refinery for joining the union. According to a statement signed by Dr. James Uanhoro […]
AGILE: Sokoto first lady flags off conditional cash transfers for 41, 825 beneficiaries , urges more girl child enrolment
By Suleiman Adamu, Sokoto Sokoto state first lady, Hajiya Fatima Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto has flagged off disbursement of financial support under the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme to first cohort of 41,825 female students across the state 23 LGs to strengthen the Adolescence Girl Initiative for Learning and Empowerment ( AGILE) project. The intervention initiative […]
IPAC Calls for Peaceful, Credible Electoral Process in Kaduna State
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) Kaduna State Chapter has stressed the importance of maintaining a peaceful and supportive political environment in Kaduna State as the 2027 General Elections approach. In a press statement signed by its Chairman, Hon. Ahmed Tijjani Mustapha, IPAC urged all political parties and aspirants to strictly adhere to the electoral […]