electoral reforms
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The concept of an oligarchy, where power and influence are concentrated in the hands of a wealthy few, has become increasingly relevant in discussions about Nigeria’s governance and socio-economic structure.
18 Nov
A coalition of civil society organisations has criticised former President Olusegun Obasanjo for his recent comments calling for the dismissal of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) chairman, Prof Mahmood Yakubu. The coalition, which includes The Transparency Network, Public Interest Initiative, and the Foundation for True Democratic Governance and Freedom, argues that Obasanjo’s controversial electoral…
16 Nov
The November 16, 2024, Ogun State local government elections have come under scrutiny, with allegations of malpractice, delays, and voter disenfranchisement. Both the New Nigeria People's Party (NNPP) and the Labour Party (LP) have accused the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) of bias and gross mismanagement, raising concerns about the credibility of the electoral…
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American rapper and fashion mogul, Kanye West, has revealed that he no longer listens to rap music. West said today’s rap songs no longer carry useful information that can help him grow his wealth. The 47-year-old billionaire made this known on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, stating that he no longer keeps up…
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Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, declared that for Nigeria to escape the poverty trap and become a prosperous country, its economy must be built to weather all storms. The governor added that the country must also raise entrepreneurs and improve the standard of education, stating that despite Nigeria’s natural resources, its people might…
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Sea pirates on Thursday hijacked a passenger boat carrying 20 travellers along the Bonny-Okrika waterways in Rivers State. The Guardian gathered that the driver of the passenger boat went contrary to the rules by passing through kilometre 10, which is a prohibited channel for commercial boat drivers. It was also learned that, of the number,…
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Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has defended the commission’s N126 billion budget request for 2025. Yakubu clarified that N85 billion is earmarked for personnel costs while the remainder will be used to fund electoral activities. The INEC chairman, while defending the 2025 budget proposal before the Joint Committee on…
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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has confirmed the killing of two notorious terrorist kingpins, Kachalla Gwammade and Kachalla Shehu. The CDS gave the confirmation at the closing ceremony of the CDS Joint Task Force Commanders Conference on Friday, adding that the duo were neutralised last night. The Army troops of Operation…
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Mr Bola Oyebamiji, Managing Director, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), on Friday warned staff against indolence and any act of sabotage to the revenue drive of the authority. Oyebamiji gave the warning during the authority’s 2025 2-Day Management Retreat at NIWA headquarters in Lokoja. He said that the warning became necessary in view of the…
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The Transparency and Accountability Network (TAN) has raised the alarm over an alleged plot by a former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, to plunge the state into another round of crisis. TAN's National Coordinator, Michael Briggs, in a statement on Friday, noted that it stands firmly against any attempt to plunge Kaduna back into…
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The Joint Action Movement of Nigeria (JAMN), on Friday, criticised former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, for his intervention in the ongoing dispute between National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, and Hajiya Najatu Mohammed. The group further accused El-Rufai of attempting to rewrite history, saying that after inflicting hardship and humiliation on a large section…
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Global and regional stakeholders are set to converge in Lagos to advance the development and adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as a viable and clean alternative fuel source in Nigeria and across Africa at the 2nd CNG Africa Expo - Nigeria 2025. The event scheduled for March 3 and 4, at the Balmoral Convention…
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Exporters under the aegis of the Association of West African Exporters and Maritime Professionals (AWAEMAP) have decried massive losses exceeding $10 million due to the Nigerian Ports Authority’s (NPA) integration of the Nigeria Export Proceed (NXP) into the Truck Transit Park (TTP) portal. According to the exporters, the development has caused severe disruptions in the…