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The Court of Appeal in Abuja has suspended enforcement of a Federal High Court decision ordering the deregistration of five political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC), pending the decision of an appeal filed against the decision. In a unanimous judgment delivered on Tuesday, the three-member appellate panel led by Justice AB Mohammed strongly criticized the decision of the …

The Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA) has warned the House of Representatives against a proposed amendment that would guarantee automatic admission to the academy for graduates of military secondary schools, arguing that the provision could violate the principle of federal character and deprive other qualified Nigerians of equal opportunities. The academy stated its position Tuesday during a public hearing held by …

On Democracy Day, the President rose to tell Nigerians the story of 27 uninterrupted years of democracy. He talked about how we now have ballots instead of bullets, and courtrooms instead of coups. He also reminded us of the great democratic heroes and martyrs. He said, rightly, that the heroes of June 12 ensured political freedom. He argued, quite convincingly, …

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has voiced renewed concern over the worsening security crisis across the country, and warned that a steady wave of killings, kidnappings and violent attacks has left Nigerians exhausted and increasingly afraid. The bishops stated their position at a special Mass of thanksgiving held at the historic Cathedral of the Holy Cross in honor …

The Senate has cut short its ongoing recess and directed lawmakers to return to Abuja for an emergency plenary session, amid growing concerns over insecurity and other pressing national issues that require legislative intervention. The decision was conveyed in an official notification dated June 15 and signed by Senate Clerk Emmanuel Odo who informed senators that they are expected to …

The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has cleared the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) of allegations that it failed to remit N62.2 billion to the Federation Account, following an investigation into findings contained in a 2019 report by the Office of the Auditor General of the Federation. The decision was taken at a public hearing on Tuesday after the Comptroller General …

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Gunmen have attacked the National Institute for Political and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) in Kuru, Plateau State, killing three security operatives in a fresh wave of violence against security outfits. The Plateau State Police Command confirmed the incident on Tuesday, describing it as a fatal assault which occurred in the early hours of the day. Police spokesperson Alfred Alabo revealed in …

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP) said it has completed its review of the primary election appeal committee report, and has approved the report. Therefore, it is affirmed that former governor of Cross River State, Donald Duke was validly elected as the presidential candidate of the party in the 2027 general elections. This was revealed …

A Barrie ride-share driver is facing two counts of sexual assault following an alleged incident that occurred Sunday morning at Wasaga Beach.