Mr Bejide accused an unidentified woman of buying votes near his polling unit in Ilawe-Ekiti.

…of devastating large expanses of grain crops within a short period. "Quelea birds can destroy an entire hectare of grain in just a few hours if urgent measures are not taken to control them," he said. The commissioner identified the affected local government areas as Birnin Kebbi, Gwandu, Argungu, Kalgo, and Bunza, whe…

…not functioning properly, they should find a way to address the problem immediately. We cannot allow voters to be stranded because of equipment failure," he urged. Drawing a comparison with modern banking technology, Ojudu questioned why election technology could still experience such challenges despite years of prepar…

…the government because government and town planning are more or less the same. "There cannot be any government without the activities of town planners. There can also be no successful town planning activity without government support. "However, in recent times, it has not been easy for us to get the law promulgated in…

...hails turnout, confident of victory "You can see for yourselves how people trooped out to participate in this election. Not only trooping out but being ready and anxious to participate in the voting. I am indeed impressed with this conduct of our voters. "I am not using Ikere as the only area of focus now, we are ge…

"Where there is a little depression, water can stay there. I take responsibility for that, and we are going to address it. There is nothing to worry about," he said. The minister also dismissed claims that the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway would be abandoned before completion. According to him, significant progress has…

…"They have called the RATech for the last 45 minutes, and he hasn't been here. You cannot disenfranchise these people. It is sad for democracy in Nigeria." View this post on Instagram

…them? The informers, the suppliers and others supporting them are also Nigerians and cannot be ignored," he said. He warned that individuals benefiting financially from banditry would resist any peace process that threatens their interests. "If you negotiate with the bandits but the informers and suppliers stop making…

…Social Sciences, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Adelaja Odukoya, has warned that Nigeria cannot achieve enduring economic growth by exhausting its workforce. Odukoya cautioned that any nation neglecting the wellbeing of its workers gradually undermines its own developmental future. The don delivered this warning while […

"We gathered here today to reaffirm Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as our presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, and we are throwing our full weight behind him," he said. "He remains our candidate, and nobody can change that. We will work tirelessly for him, and we are confident that he will emerge victoriou…

…According to him, evidence of the alleged incidents had been documented. The PDP candidate further questioned the efficiency of the electoral process, citing the prolonged delay in the arrival of a technical official required to address challenges at the polling unit. Oluyede warned that the situation could prevent eli…

…also stated that life-saving antiretroviral drugs are largely funded by the South African government and would not be affected by the US decision. South Africa has more than eight million people living with HIV, the highest number in the world. Relations between Washington and Pretoria have deteriorated in recent years…

…they always told me the truth," he said, noting that their sincere advice made a significant difference in the administration of the state. He thanked the monarch for his unwavering support and prayed for God's continued blessings upon him. Former Senator Florence Ita-Giwa described the Obi of Onitsha as one of Nigeria…

…educational projects, markets, community development initiatives, and other significant interventions carried out by the councils. The inspection tour is expected to cover all 57 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas in the State.

"This doesn't reflect what a good democratic process should be. I hereby condemn this process and conclude no election in Ekiti State," Mr Falegan said.

…up its argument that Edoziem and members of the dissolved 3rd Administration of the DOS cannot legally suspend Kanu, the group on Saturday published details of its Code of Conduct which stipulated that Kanu, as leader of the group, has the exclusive authority to appoint and dissolve the DOS. Edoziem had, while announci…

…as one of Africa's most destructive agricultural pests, move in large flocks and can destroy vast areas of grain crops within a short time. "Quelea birds can destroy an entire hectare of grain in just a few hours if urgent measures are not taken to control them," he said. The commissioner identified Birnin Kebbi, Gwand…

…growing influence and freedom of movement in parts of the region. “If armed groups can openly hold outreach sessions in communities, what does that say about the effectiveness of security efforts and state presence in these areas?,” Bakatsine asked . As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official stat…

…she could not afford to stay away from the market because her goods were perishable. "I cannot allow my goods to spoil. That is why I came out to sell. As you can see, many other traders are also here doing business," she said. Although she admitted being aware of the restriction order, Abolade maintained that she had…

…partnership in national development. "I do not know more than three companies that can maintain this level of commitment under such conditions," he said. Umahi further revealed that construction activities were ongoing on other flagship infrastructure projects, including the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway and several maj…

…including the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, African Democratic Congress, ADC, Accord Party, Labour Party, New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, Action Peoples Party, APP, and the Action Democratic Party, ADP, among others. Political analysts and observers are closely watching the exer…

…LP leadership for the confidence reposed in her. She described her emergence as a significant milestone and a renewed call to service, noting that it comes with responsibility to contribute meaningfully to grassroots development. Anyanwu-Akeredolu explained that her candidacy presents an opportunity to deepen engagemen…

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the Omi Eko Project will significantly reduce travel time for residents, improve urban mobility and boost economic productivity across the state. A statement by the Lagos statement Government said Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke while receiving a delegation from the European…

…alleged widespread manipulation involving unclaimed voter cards. "No opposition party can win election in Nigeria. Look at what INEC is doing in Ekiti. INEC is handing APC the voters cards that weren't picked up. “APC are now paying non-indigenes N20k to use those voters cards to vote for APC,” Fayose said. Watch video…

…Progressives Congress, the Peoples Democratic Party, as well as other parties fielding candidates and accredited observers were equally sighted monitoring the exercise. There was security presence and peaceful conduct of people at the polling units in some of the polling units in the area. The security personnel compri…