The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reportedly granted provisional clearance to former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Pantami, and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) governorship candidate in Kano State, Abdulsalam Gwarzo, to contest the 2027 general elections.
The development followed the commission's review of complaints and petitions submitted by political parties and candidates whose names...
Former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha has praised President Bola Tinubu over a court judgment concerning the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket for Imo West, describing the development as a significant moment for the state.
Okorocha’s remarks followed a reported ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise him as...
A Nigerian serial technology entrepreneur has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) startup aimed at expanding the use of emerging technologies and providing innovative solutions to business and everyday challenges.
The launch reflects the...
A court ruling directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise former Imo State Governor Rochas Okorocha as the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial candidate for Imo West has raised fresh questions...
States across Nigeria are reportedly holding about N264 billion in funds allocated through the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), raising concerns over the slow...
An official investigation has concluded that 33 miners arrested on suspicion of illegal gold mining in Nigeria's Niger State died because of appalling detention conditions, describing their treatment as cruel, inhuman, and degrading.
What Happened?
The...
Senegal’s National Assembly finance committee is preparing to review a revised national budget that is considered critical to securing a new financial support programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Budget Deadlock Raises Concerns
Finance...
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called for an investigation into a viral video allegedly containing threats against people described as “infidels” in Enugu and Jos.
The association expressed concern over the video,...
Investors have called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to refund a total of N100.35 million reportedly paid in connection with licence applications...
Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, is widely known for his business empire, industrial investments and influence across the continent. However, beyond the boardrooms, billion-naira...
Five bodies have been recovered following a boat accident in Rivers State, while rescue operations continue to locate other possible victims.
The incident has raised...
Seven people have reportedly died in a multiple-vehicle accident in Gombe State, raising fresh concerns over road safety and the need for motorists to...
