Elections
2023 Elections: Analyzing Peter Obi’s Victory Claim Amidst Unreliable Records
Columnist examines Peter Obi's unsubstantiated claim of winning the 2023 election, highlighting the challenges of relying on official records in Nigeria.
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Elections
2027: Collect Your PVC, Protect Your Vote
The PUNCH urges eligible Nigerians to collect their Permanent Voter Cards and vote in the 2027 elections to reverse declining voter turnout and hold leaders accountable.
Politics
Defence Minister Pushes for Investment in Local Technology for National Security
The Nigerian Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (retd.), has urged increased investment in indigenous defence technology to boost the country's security.
Federal Politics
INEC Chair: Algorithms Won’t Decide 2027 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified that algorithms will not determine the outcome of the 2027 elections, with the final decision resting with Nigerian voters.
Health & Wellness
Nigeria Allocates ₦40.7 Billion for Primary Healthcare Expansion
The Federal Government has released ₦40.7 billion to improve primary healthcare coverage in the country, according to multiple sources.
Nigeria
Nigeria’s Foreign Reserves Soar to 18-Year High at $55.07 Billion
Nigeria's foreign exchange reserves have reached an 18-year high, according to multiple sources.
Federal Politics
Nigeria Wins Seat on UN Human Rights Council
Nigeria has been elected to a three-year seat on the United Nations Human Rights Council, reports TheCable and Anadolu Ajansı.
Crime & Justice
Nigerian Gospel Singer Toluwanisings: Who is He and Why are Nigerians Praying?
Following reports of the death of gospel singer Toluwanisings, Nigerians have taken to social media and prayers to express their condolences and seek solace.
Elections
Microsoft to Limit AI-Generated Images of Political Candidates for 2027 Elections
Microsoft has announced plans to restrict the use of AI-generated images for political candidates ahead of the 2027 elections, according to Premium Times Nigeria.
Crime & Justice
US Supreme Court to Hear Case of Nigerian Deported Over Cooking for Separatist Group
The United States Supreme Court will hear a case involving a Nigerian national, Izuchukwu Ozurumba, who was deported after providing cooking services at a camp operated by a…
Health & Wellness
Nigeria Battles Lassa Fever: Over 1100 Confirmed Cases, 267 Deaths
Nigeria is grappling with a Lassa fever outbreak, with over 1100 confirmed cases and 267 deaths.
Elections
Tompolo Mobilizes Lagos Residents for Tinubu’s Re-election, Pleads Against Repeat of 2023 Outcome
Former Niger Delta militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo, also known as Tompolo, has reportedly mobilized Lagos residents in support of Bola Tinubu's re-election bid, according to various Nigerian news…
Nigeria
IMF Issues Warning Against Restoring Petrol Subsidy in Nigeria, Suggests Targeted Relief Instead
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Nigeria against reintroducing the petrol subsidy, instead recommending targeted relief to help alleviate the burden on low-income households.
Politics
Has Nigeria’s Indigenous Industrialization Policy Faced Setbacks?
A closer look at the state of Nigeria's indigenous industrialization policy and its potential challenges, as reported by The Guardian Nigeria News.
Crime & Justice
Nigeria Demands Justice over Death of Another Citizen in South African Police Custody
The Nigerian government has condemned the death of a Nigerian citizen while in the custody of South African police, calling for swift justice.