National, governance, politics, policy, and breaking developments.
The Independent National Electoral Commission has officially cleared a diverse slate of candidates, including prominent politicians such as Godswill Akpabio and Adams Oshiomhole, for the upcoming Senate elections. This announcement encompasses candidates from 21 political parties vying for 109 Senate seats across Nigeria.
In a significant victory against banditry, the Kaduna State Government has successfully reclaimed over 500,000 hectares of land that were previously under the control of criminal elements. The Commissioner for Information announced this major development, highlighting the state's ongoing commitment to restoring security and order.
In Northern Nigeria, a burgeoning ransom economy has emerged, where kidnappers are capitalizing on the anguish of families, demanding payments in cash and goods. This disturbing trend highlights the urgent need for comprehensive security measures to protect vulnerable communities.
As Nigeria marks the International Day to Protect Education from Attack, concerns mount over the safety of schools in a nation plagued by violent abductions. With thousands of students and teachers affected, the need for effective measures to secure classrooms has never been more pressing.
In a bid to tackle Nigeria's alarming maternal mortality rates, the Federal Government has initiated a new program aimed at pregnant women in 172 Local Government Areas across 33 states. This initiative, part of the Maternal and Neonatal Mortality Reduction Innovation Initiative, seeks to improve antenatal care and delivery services in high-burden communities.
This article explores the significance of establishing a House of Chiefs in Nigeria's governance structure, drawing on historical precedents and influential figures like Mazi Samuel Goomsu Ikoku. The proposal aims to enhance representation and strengthen the role of traditional institutions in national affairs.
Recent meetings between Peter Obi and Seyi Makinde signal a possible coalition among opposition parties to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming 2027 elections. Their renewed relationship raises questions about the viability of a united front against the current administration.
Public hospitals in Delta State are facing significant operational challenges as the strike by allied health professionals intensifies. The Nigerian Union of Allied Health Professionals is demanding urgent attention from the state government regarding long-standing grievances over allowances and working conditions.
As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 presidential elections, the health of candidates has emerged as a pressing concern. With constitutional provisions acknowledging medical incapacity, citizens demand transparency and assessment mechanisms for those aspiring to lead the nation.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has launched a comprehensive payroll verification initiative aimed at eliminating ghost workers across the state's local governments. This move, he asserts, is crucial for ensuring fiscal discipline and enhancing financial integrity within the public service.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the release of funds aimed at bolstering development across Nigeria's regional commissions. The directive was made during the opening of the inaugural North Central Stakeholders Development Summit organized by the North Central Development Commission (NCDC).
The youngest candidate is 33-year-old Shedrach Udugbai of the ADC, contesting in Owan East/West, while the oldest is 75-year-old former governor of the state, Adams Oshiomhole of the APC, who is re-co
