The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, has urged for a peaceful, transparent, and credible governorship election in Ondo State, slated for November 16. Emphasizing the importance of a fair electoral process, Yakubu stated that the commission is committed to upholding democratic values and ensuring that every vote counts. His…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump on his successful re-election as the 47th President of the United States. This commendation reflects the Nigerian leader’s commitment to maintaining a robust diplomatic relationship with the United States, as well as Nigeria’s interest in forging stronger ties with the…
For the first time in his life, Nigerian-American superstar Davido has exercised his right to vote in the United States. Known worldwide for his contributions to the Afrobeats genre, Davido joined millions of Americans in participating in the 2024 presidential election. This milestone holds significance not only for Davido but also for the diverse diaspora…
CROSIEC has declared a sweeping victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the recent local government elections. The APC won all 18 chairmanship and 196 councillorship positions across the state, cementing its control over local governance. This comprehensive win signals a strong foothold for the APC in Cross River, extending its influence in both…
The recent local government elections in Abia State saw the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) emerge as the dominant force, securing a significant majority of chairperson positions. Prof. Chima George, the Chairman of the Abia State Independent Electoral Commission (ABSIEC), officially announced the results on Tuesday. According to Prof. George, the ZLP claimed victories in 15…
As the November 16th gubernatorial election in Ondo State draws near, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressive Congress (APC) has made a bold declaration, asserting that the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is “dead” in the state. Speaking during a campaign tour across several communities in the Ese-Odo council area, Aiyedatiwa urged the electorate…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its much-anticipated National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, originally scheduled for Thursday, 24 October 2024, to 28 November 2024. The decision comes as the party intensifies its efforts to strategize and mobilize for the forthcoming Ondo State governorship election, which will take place on 16 November 2024. The postponement…
As the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State approaches, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has once again called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to redeploy the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in the state, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola. In an open letter addressed to INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, the PDP expressed concerns over Babalola’s…
The All Progressive Congress (APC) has secured a decisive victory in the recently concluded Kogi State local government elections, winning all 21 Local Government Chairmanship positions and clinching all 239 councilor seats across the state. The elections, which took place on Saturday, saw APC dominating the political landscape, leaving no room for opposition as 18…
Olumide Akpata, the Labour Party’s candidate in the 2024 Edo State governorship election, has announced his decision not to challenge the election results at the tribunal. Olumide Akpata, a prominent lawyer and former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, lost to the incumbent governor, with the results being confirmed by the Independent National Electoral Commission…
