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As the Edo State governorship election kicked off on Saturday, September 21, 2024, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested three individuals suspected of attempting to buy votes at a polling unit in Egor Local Government Area. The EFCC, known for its anti-corruption efforts, had earlier announced its deployment of operatives across the state…

The National Assembly is set to reconvene next week, with a strong emphasis on the Local Government Election Bill. This crucial piece of legislation aims to bring sweeping reforms to how local government elections are conducted across the country. Spearheaded by prominent lawmakers, the bill is expected to dominate discussions in both chambers as part…

Phillip Shaibu, a staunch APC figure, voiced optimism that the people of Edo have made their choice, and the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is crumbling under the weight of internal strife and defections. As the September 21 election approaches in Edo State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) is confident of a decisive victory, according…

In a recent statement, Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate for the 2023 elections, Mr. Peter Obi, lashed out at the Nigerian Presidency for what he described as a deliberate attempt to undermine his image by drawing a flawed comparison between him and the former U.S. President Donald Trump. Obi, through his media office, expressed his…

Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the deployment of 35,000 police officers to ensure a peaceful and credible election ahead of the Edo State Gubernatorial Election slated for September 21st, 2024. This large-scale mobilization will be complemented by the addition of 8,000 personnel from other security agencies, including the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence…

The internal crisis within Nigeria’s Labour Party (LP) has escalated, as National Chairman Julius Abure recently accused several prominent party members, including the 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi and activist Aisha Yesufu, of mismanaging funds allocated for the election campaign. Julius Abure, in a public statement, sought to address allegations that he and the party’s…

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has affirmed Hope Odidika Uzodinma as the rightfully elected Governor of Imo State. This ruling marks the end of a protracted legal battle that had cast a shadow over the legitimacy of Uzodinma’s election. The court’s verdict brings much-needed closure to the controversy surrounding the Imo State governorship election. With…

The Tribunal has delivered a groundbreaking verdict, unseating a member of the House of Representatives from Enugu State. In a decision that has sent ripples through the political landscape, the tribunal awarded victory to Labour Party candidate Dennis Agbo, who had challenged the election of the incumbent representative. This landmark ruling marks a significant development…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has emerged triumphant in Saturday’s local council elections. The Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC) officially declared the APC’s sweeping success, confirming that the party has secured all 13 Chairmanship seats across the state. This unprecedented display of electoral dominance underscores the APC’s overwhelming popularity and strategic campaign effectiveness in…