…in partnership with The Kukah Centre, took place in Abuja on the eve of the official commencement of campaigns for the 2027 general elections. However, the event was marked by the absence of some notable opposition figures, including former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, who are the…

…says we must start on Wednesday,” Morka declared. However, taking advantage of the official opening of the campaign window, HAI announced in a statement signed by its Director of Press and Communications, Ernest Omoarelojie, that its grassroots drive will combine street-level mobilization with traditional and digital m…

…for August 31. The initiative comes amid growing concerns among opposition politicians that persistent divisions could weaken their collective prospects in the 2027 elections. Supporters of the proposed coalition have repeatedly cited the 2023 presidential election, when major opposition parties largely contested separ…

…against the risk of profit-taking following the market’s substantial year-to-date appreciation.

…some local government secretariats, where he discovered that the chairmen and senior officials were absent from their offices. Governor Namadi expressed dismay over the situation, stressing that local government chairmen were elected to serve the people and must remain accessible to their constituents. He said the coun…

…at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja. Our correspondent observed Akpabio’s official S-Class Mercedes sedan pull up at the forecourt of the President’s office at exactly 6:12 pm on Tuesday. At the time of his arrival, the Minister of Information and National Orientation was reportedly meeting with the President. Th…

GistReel A Nigerian lady has sparked discussions online after comparing the financial realities of Nigerian market traders with those of some corporate workers. The young woman, identified on X as @ChisomAgbafor, shared her observation about Nigerian market traders and questioned the common perception of who is conside…

…Democratic Leadership Alliance, National Democratic Party, National Rescue Movement, Social Democratic Party, Youth Party, Young Progressives Party and Zenith Labour Party, among others. The ceremony was held at the International Conference Centre in Abuja. President Bola Tinubu was represented by the Secretary to the…

…Jonathan has kicked against the emerging trend of serving governors, senior public officials and political gladiators descending on states during off-cycle elections. Jonathan made the call in a statement personally signed by him in Abuja on Tuesday, August 18. The former President warned that the practice witnessed du…

Musicians Wande Coal and Davido trade words after Davido reveals why their unreleased song never dropped Nigerian music stars Wande Coal and Davido have exchanged words online after Davido spoke about a song they recorded together that was never officially released. Davido recently explained why his verse on Wande Coal…

…be apologising to Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, who he recently had a spat on social media. Singer, Davido has declared he will not apologise to Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo after their recent social media clash. The feud began during election campaigns when Okpebholo mocked Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke…

…ban and ordered to pay fines, costs, and court fees totalling £1,472. A court official said Scholes, who was prosecuted in private hearings under the Single Justice Procedure, did not enter pleas to either of the charges he faced and was convicted in his absence. Scholes played 499 times for Manchester United and won 6…

…popularly known as Flavour, has argued that people become less romantic when their financial responsibility increases. "The more bills you pay, the less romantic you become," he wrote on his Instagram story on Tuesday. by Linda Ikeji at 18/08/2026 5:04 PM | Share this Story

…bundles of naira notes at a public event has triggered calls for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to step in.The footage was recorded at the launch of the Hajiya Maryam Ahmed Wadada Aliyu Women Empowerment Scheme 2026, where a total of ₦325 million was shared among 6,500 women drawn from all 13 Local…

…will be chaired by Chief Godson Echegile, with Prof. Benedict Binebai, Sur. Mrs. Felicia Omatsola, Prof. Stella Chiemeke, Dr. Tosan Luck Popo, Prof. William Ehwarieme and Prof. Mrs. Regina Arisi as members. “The inauguration of the councils will be announced in due course,” the statement added.

…the records, insisting that the documents should now be made public. “We deeply appreciate US Attorney Pirro and the DOJ’s renewed motivation to release these documents, and we agree with Judge Howell. This case has been pending for three years. The time to release the Tinubu drug-trafficking files is now,” he wrote. A…

…processes for the senatorial ticket and wants the court to determine whether NDC officials could submit another aspirant’s name after his emergence as winner of the May 29 primary. The plaintiff further relied on an affidavit allegedly filed by the NDC in an earlier suit, which he said recognised him as the winner of t…

…ahead of the 2027 general elections. Senta made the allegation in a video shared on social media, claiming that Lagos, Rivers and Anambra were specifically mentioned in an alleged directive. Senta alleges campaign restrictions According to Senta, the alleged instruction is that Obi and the NDC should not be allowed to…

…He described the peace accord as a ceremonial opportunity for candidates to socialise. “This is an opportunity to let Nigerians know who the presidential candidates are and their disposition towards peaceful elections. “It has become a ritual of sorts. We’re going to finish signing the peace accord, and you will hear a…

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…throughout the programme year, with all three ballots closing on April 30, 2027. The official immigration page notes that future selection dates will be published after each round takes place.A non-refundable registration fee of AUD 25 (N24k) applies to all ballot entries.Who can register and what documents are require…

…the alleged Nigerian arrowhead of the syndicate, a self-styled luxury goods dealer and social media influencer, Afolabi Michael, popularly known online as “KC Luxury,” as he attempted to flee the country. A statement by the agency spokesman, Femi Babafemi, on Tuesday, said the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of th…

…reasons he will "never" support the President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The politician is member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), having officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in July 2025. Before that, he joined the ruling party, All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2015 after leaving…

…by […] The post Peace accord: Nobody should die for election, Peter Obi tells politicians appeared first on Tribune Online.

…he said. Speaking, former Governor of Zamfara State, AbdulAziz Yari, warned politicians against using insecurity as a tool to win the hearts of citizens. Yari said the fight against insecurity was a collective national responsibility that went beyond government and security agencies. “Let us encourage all political par…