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The Independent National Electoral Commission on Monday cautioned political parties and candidates against engaging in premature electioneering activities ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that such actions are in clear violation of the Electoral Act. The Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, Rotimi Oyekanmi, told the press that the commission has not yet released the official timetable or schedule of activities for the 2027 polls. Oyekanmi’s caution came amid growing public concern over the rising presence of political posters, subtle endorsements, and escalating verbal exchanges among political figures, signs many observers interpret as early signs of campaign activity.…

Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested four individuals, including two sisters and their accomplices, for orchestrating a staged kidnapping to extort ₦5 million from their father. The dramatic revelation came after an investigation led by the Jikwoyi Police Division, which uncovered a betrayal within a local family. The details of the crime were revealed by the FCT Police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, in a statement. According to the spokesperson, the incident began on July 30, when one Mr. Innocent, a resident of Jikwoyi Phase II, reported to the police that his 16-year-old daughter, Lead Way Innocent,…

Ogun chapter declares support for Tinubu Presidency The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South-West, yesterday, distanced itself from the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, following his public declaration of support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 – against the PDP’s official stance to unseat the All Progressives Congress (APC) government. Wike, however, outlined fresh conditions for reconciliation within PDP, insisting that the party must reverse recent decisions he considered unjust, including the removal of Dan Orbih as the National Vice Chairman (South-South). Reacting to Wike’s remarks, South-West PDP spokesperson, Sanya Atofarati, said: “Wike is…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Maternal and reproductive health experts have urged the federal and state governments to introduce mandatory reporting of all maternal deaths in Nigeria, including systematic documentation of their causes, as a measure to combat negligence and strengthen accountability in the health sector. The gynaecologists, while expressing concerns over the alarming scale of maternal deaths across the country, called for a robust audit mechanism that would trace every pregnancy-related death to its root cause to forestall recurrence. According to the World Health Organisation, Nigeria accounts for over 34 per cent of global maternal deaths. The lifetime risk of dying during…

Last week, in a fit of celebration, President Bola Tinubu announced the award of national honours to the victorious Super Falcons of Nigeria after their victory against Morocco at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations to accomplish Mission X. The president also announced cash gifts of $100,000 (about 152 million naira) to each of the Super Falcons players. They were also awarded a three-bedroom house in Abuja, Nigeria’s federal capital. A week later, the women’s national basketball team also won their fifth straight FIBA Women’s Afrobasket title against Mali in Abidjan, the Ivorian capital. The president has also announced matching…

You cited wrong leaders, Presidency faults Obi’s one-term vow The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has alleged that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State governor, Nasir el-Rufai, constitute a threat to the unity, peace and progress of the country. This was as the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, faulted Peter Obi’s recent one-term pledge, accusing the 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate of misrepresenting historical facts in his attempt to justify it. APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, in a statement yesterday, claimed that the duo were bent on hijacking…

In SummaryIn the U.S., the loan market is closely regulated by both federal rules and state laws that limit interest rates. These controls are designed to make lending fair and transparent for all borrowers.South Africa protects borrowers through the National Credit Act, which sets strict caps on interest rates and requires lenders to check if a loan is affordable for each person.Strong consumer protections and clear lending practices rules, as seen in both the U.S. and South Africa, are key to creating a safer and more reliable credit market for everyone.Deep Dive!!!Capetown, South Africa- Lending rules shape how people borrow…

• Branded rice bags, billboards, buses flood major cities• INEC, regulatory agencies keep mum as campaigns violate Electoral Act• Early politicking creates uneven playing field for smaller parties, experts warn Despite the clear and unambiguous provisions of the Electoral Act 2022 prohibiting early political campaigns, findings by The Guardian show that major political parties have already begun electioneering for the 2027 general election, well ahead of the 150-day limit stipulated by the law. According to the electoral timetable set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), February and March 2027 are tentative dates for the presidential/National Assembly and governorship/State Assembly…

Cyriel Dessers has been linked with AEK Athens in recent weeks, but the chances of the deal happening are now very slim… The possibility of Cyriel Dessers joining AEK Athens have grown increasingly slim, as the Greek Super Lig club have signed Luka Jovic from AC Milan, Soccernet.ng reports. This summer, Dessers’ future has been in question, as he has been linked with multiple clubs. But Greek giants AEK Athens, seem like the most likely destination. AEK Athens finished second in the Greek top flight last season, but they would have probably done better if they had a proper point…

The federal lawmaker representing Ondo North Senatorial District, Jide Ipinsagba, has described as mere rumour the alleged move by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to grant automatic tickets to lawmakers ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ipinsagba, who chairs the Senate Committee on Public Affairs, while speaking with newsmen yesterday, said that no such decision had been taken at any level, stressing that the speculation lacked merit. The senator, however, stressed that while rewarding outstanding performance was a laudable idea, the lawmaker reflected on his two-year tenure in the Senate, particularly on his legislative and infrastructural interventions across the six…