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Politics

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FCT

AMAC : SDP Chairman Decamps To APC, Endorses Maikalangu For 2nd Term

The political structure of the opposition Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) has officially collapsed into the All Progressives Congress (APC), following the high-profile defection of its Chairman, Hon. Dauda Mohammed. This is issued in a statement by the Director on Media and Strategic Communication Maikalangu/Nadabo Campaign Council Comrade Kingsley Madaki. "​In what political observers are calling a "game-changing" development just ten days before the […]

todayFebruary 11, 2026

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Business

President Tinubu Appoints Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf, Chairman Of NAHCON

President Bola Tinubu has nominated Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf as the new Chairman/CEO of the National Hajj Commission, (NAHCON). This is contained in a statement By the Special Adviser to the President Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. The appointment is subject to the Senate's approval in accordance with the provisions of section 3(2) of the NAHCON Act, 2026. President Tinubu had earlier today sent a letter to the Senate President, […]

todayFebruary 11, 2026

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News

FCT Elections: SDP Condemns Hate Speech Against AMAC Chairmanship Candidate

The Social Democratic Party, SDP, has condemned alleged hate speech and threats against its Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) chairmanship candidate, Dr. Obinna Simon, ahead of the February 21, 2026 FCT Council elections. This is contained in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, in Abuja. The statement raises concern over a viral video allegedly showing a supporter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) making threatening […]

todayFebruary 10, 2026

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National

Strengthening Legal Framework For Elections Critical To Safeguarding Democracy – Ameh

A former Chairmanof the inter party Advisor Council, IPAC, Chief Peter Ameh, has described the Senate’s recent amendment to Clause 60(3) of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill as inadequate and a setback to electoral transparency. A statement signed by him in Abuja, says the provision permitting electronic transmission of results from polling units only “where the system does not fail” leaves room for manipulation and uncertainty. The statement argues that […]

todayFebruary 10, 2026

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News

LP: Chairman Committee On E- Registration Presents Progress Report

The Deputy Governor of Abia State and Chairman of the National Steering Committee on Membership Revalidation and E-registration of the Labour Party, Mr. Ikechukwu Emetu, has presented the committee’s progress report to the party’s National Working Committee (NWC), highlighting significant gains recorded since the exercise commenced in December. Speaking at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja, the Deputy Governor conveyed the goodwill of the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex […]

todayFebruary 10, 2026

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Local

Niger Governor’s Wife Moves To Strengthen Women’s Leadership Capacity In Governance

The Wife of the Niger State Governor, Hajiya Fatima Mohammed Bago, has stressed the need for discipline among women in politics. She made the call in Minna during a seminar on leadership, etiquette, protocol, and information management for women in political office, organized by her office in collaboration with the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development. Hajiya Fatima Bago who said the seminar was part of ongoing efforts to […]

todayFebruary 10, 2026

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Communications

Appeal Court Affirms Natasha’s Suspension, Faults Contempt Charge Against Her

The Court of Appeal, Abuja Division on Monday, affirmed the suspension of the Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Senate . The appellate court held that, the Senate has power to discipline any erring member and that, in the instant case, Natasha's fundamental right was never breached as she alleged. Delivering judgement in an appeal filed by Natasha against the judgement of the Federal High Court, Justice Abba Bello […]

todayFebruary 9, 2026

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Agriculture

Risk Management : ‎CRC Credit Bureau Seeks Partnership With NAICOM

CRC Credit Bureau has initiated discussions with the National Insurance Commission, NAICOM, on a potential partnership aimed at integrating insurance sector data into Nigeria’s national credit reporting systems to strengthen risk management, reduce fraud and drive digital transformation in the industry. ‎ ‎The move was disclosed during a courtesy visit by the management of CRC Credit Bureau to the Commissioner for Insurance, Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin, at NAICOM’s head office […]

todayFebruary 9, 2026

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Africa

Hong Kong Court Jails Pro-Democracy Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai For 20yrs

A Hong Kong court has jailed pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai for 20 years on Monday after he was found guilty of national security offences last December. This is the harshest sentence to be given under the controversial national security law, which China says is necessary for the city's stability. Lai, who is a British citizen, was one of the loudest critics of Beijing, often wielding his pro-democracy paper, Apple Daily, […]

todayFebruary 9, 2026