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Divided Nigeria Tests Electoral Act 2026 as Opposition Mounts Legal Challenge

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President Bola Tinubu’s assent to the Electoral Act 2026 on 18 February has divided Nigeria’s political elite ahead of the 2027 general elections. The legislation establishes stricter electronic‑transmission requirements and imposes heavier penalties for dual‑party membership; the presidency describes these measures as safeguards against hacking and electoral fraud, while opposition figures contend that they advantage incumbents. Senate spokesperson…

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Tinubu Sends Security Chiefs to Maiduguri as Bombs Kill 23, Wound 108

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President Bola Tinubu has ordered security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri, Borno State, to take charge of counter-insurgency operations following Monday’s coordinated terror attacks that left 23 people dead and 108 injured. The attacks, blamed on Boko Haram, occurred at the Monday Market, Post Office flyover, and University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital gate. Inspector-General of…

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Fintiri Defects to APC Closes Ties with Atiku

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Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the developmental interest of the people of Adamawa State. He announced his decision in a statewide broadcast, stating that his entire cabinet and PDP officials are joining him in this move. This development comes after weeks of speculation about Fintiri’s…

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INEC Rolls Out 2027 Election Calendar Under New Law

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a revised timetable for the 2027 general elections, following the enactment of the Electoral Act 2026. According to INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, the commission will issue a revised schedule to align with the new law. The original dates announced were: – Presidential and National Assembly Elections:…

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FCT Area Council Elections Peaceful- Olusola Odumosu

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The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Olusola Odumosu, has reported a calm security environment across the Federal Capital Territory as voting continues in Saturday’s Area Council elections. Speaking to journalists after inspecting polling units in different parts of the FCT, Odumosu said security assessments from the field showed an orderly process,…

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INEC Sets 2027 Election Dates: Presidential, NASS Poll, Governorship

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday released its official Notice of Election and timetable for the 2027 General Elections, fixing *February 20, 2027* for the Presidential and National Assembly polls and *March 6, 2027* for Governorship and State Assembly elections. INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, speaking at a press briefing in Abuja, described the announcement as “a significant milestone…

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Atiku Aligns with El-Rufai After Failed Airport Arrest Attempt

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Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President and PDP presidential candidate, visited Nasir El-Rufai, former Kaduna State Governor and ADC stalwart, to show solidarity after a failed arrest attempt at the airport. El-Rufai was reportedly approached by security agents who tried to take him into custody, but he refused without a formal invitation. His passport was…

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APC, NNPP Slam US Over Kwankwaso Sanctions Bid

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) have rejected the proposed visa bans and asset freezes recommended by United States lawmakers against ex-Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, and the Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore over alleged violations of religious freedoms in Nigeria….

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