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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has restored access to the Nigeria Democratic Congress’ candidate nomination portal, allowing the party to begin uploading names of its candidates for the 2027 general election despite the ongoing legal battle over its registration. The National Leader and former Bayelsa State governor, Seriake Dickson, disclosed this yesterday on his X account, saying the development followed NDC’s filing of a notice of appeal and an application for stay of execution against the recent judgment of the Federal High Court in Lokoja. Dickson said the appeal and accompanying applications had been served on INEC alongside a…

The Chinese envoy announced the meeting in a post on X.Yu said: “Today, I had the pleasure of meeting H.E. Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu @Ojukwu_Bianca, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs @NigeriaMFA.” The Chinese Ambassador further said China and Nigeria enjoy a time-honoured friendship. He added that under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the China–Nigeria Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has continued to gain strong momentum, delivering fruitful outcomes in mutually beneficial cooperation.Yu also said as both countries mark the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties, China is ready to deepen cooperation with Nigeria. “As…

APC state governors held a closed-door meeting last night and resolved to engage the party’s national leadership in strategic talks as they prepare for the 2027 general elections.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the arrest of its Akwa Ibom State Publicity Secretary, Ewa Okpo, Esq., describing the action as an attempt to intimidate opposition voices and suppress the constitutional right to freedom of speech. The statement was signed by Comrade Ini Ememobong, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP Interim National Working Committee. In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, the PDP said it had been informed that Okpo was arrested following a petition reportedly filed by Senator Effiong Bob. The party disclosed that Okpo was being interviewed by officers of…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged media practitioners in Osun State to make vote buying a top investigative priority ahead of the August 15, 2026 governorship election, calling on journalists to document incidents in sufficient detail to support the prosecution of offenders. The call was made by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee (IVEC), Malam Mohammed Kudu Haruna, in a keynote address delivered at a one-day Media Stakeholders’ Forum held on Tuesday in Osogbo. The address was presented on his behalf by the Osun State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Babalola.Haruna described…

Hundreds of South Africans took to the streets on Tuesday, June 30, in the planned anti-immigration marches. According to the South African Broadcasting Corporation, there were protests in Johannesburg, Pretoria CBD, eMalahleni, Mpumalanga, Soweto, Zeerust, North West and other parts of the country. Meanwhile, countries are evacuating their citizens from the country, with over 200 Nigerians arriving Lagos today. Credit: X || SABCNews|tvc

The Federal Government has unveiled plans to restructure the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation programme as part of a broader reform aimed at equipping corps members with practical skills and improving national service. The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Coordination, Hadiza Bala Usman, said the revamped orientation camp would be divided into three phases. According to her, the first two weeks will focus on civic responsibility, national values, and leadership development. The second phase will cover career mapping, financial literacy, business planning, and access to finance, while the final two weeks will provide specialised training based…

Veteran Nollywood Actor Pastor Taiwo Adeshina Dies After Brief Illness The Nigerian film industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of veteran Nollywood actor and pastor, Pastor Taiwo Adeshina, popularly known as Elegbeje Ado. Adeshina passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, after a brief illness, according to a statement announcing his death.Widely celebrated for his outstanding performances in Yoruba-language films, the late actor earned admiration from colleagues, fans, and the wider entertainment community for his talent, dedication, and enduring contributions to the growth of the Yoruba movie industry. Tributes have continued to pour in, with many describing…

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved four major maritime projects worth about ₦286 billion to modernise Nigeria’s port infrastructure, strengthen maritime safety, and accelerate the development of the nation’s blue economy. Representing the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal announced the approvals after the FEC meeting. The approved projects include the procurement of two marine pollution control vessels valued at approximately ₦59.05 billion. The vessels are designed to tackle plastic pollution and other marine waste in Nigeria’s territorial waters, creeks, and inland waterways. FEC also approved the acquisition of six pilot cutter boats…

The National Leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has appealed to the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, his running mate, Dr Rabiu Kwankwaso, and others to remain committed to the party despite the recent Federal High Court judgment in Lokoja that questioned its registration. Dickson made the appeal on Sunday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, dismissing reports that some of the party’s candidates were considering leaving the NDC following Friday’s judgment delivered by Justice Isah Dashen. The court had set aside its earlier judgment of December 10, 2025, which directed the Independent National…