Gov Abiodun Appoints 1,200 Political Assistants to Deepen Grassroots Democracy

In fulfilment of its commitment to deepen democratic participation and broaden access to the dividends of democracy, the Ogun State government has appointed 1,200 political assistants to serve as change agents and enhance civic engagement across the state. Announcing the initiative in a statement, the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun,…

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INEC Clears 14 Political Associations for Next Stage of Party Registration, Rejects 157

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that 14 political associations have scaled the preliminary stage in their quest for registration as political parties, while 157 others failed to meet basic requirements. The decision was taken at the commission’s regular meeting on Thursday, where it also reviewed preparations for upcoming off-cycle governorship elections and…

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Court Orders ADC Leaders Mark, Aregbesola to Appear Sept 15 Over Leadership Dispute

Despite the recognition granted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the leadership tussle in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is far from over. The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the interim leadership of the party, led by former Senate President David Mark and former Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola, to appear…

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Ex-Governor Attah: Nigeria Needs People-Driven Constitution for Peace, Stability

Former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Obong Victor Attah, has faulted Nigeria’s political structure, insisting that the country cannot achieve peace or stability without a constitution genuinely made by its people. Attah made the remarks on Thursday during an interview on Arise Television, where he spoke on national politics and controversies surrounding a possible state of…

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Banker Petitions Makinde Over Alleged Extortion by Illegal Tax Collectors in Ibadan

A banker, Mr. Tunde Odebunmi, has petitioned Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, over alleged extortion by suspected illegal tax collectors operating along the Ife–Ibadan Expressway in Egbeda Local Government Area of the state. In the petition, made available to DAILY POST on Thursday, Odebunmi urged the governor to urgently intervene and stop the activities of…

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2027: INEC, Police Warn Against Early Campaigns, Parties Trade Blame

As political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Nigeria Police Force have warned political parties and their supporters against embarking on premature campaigns in violation of the Electoral Act. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, on Wednesday decried the “disturbing trend” of subtle campaigns across the…

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