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Lagos, Kano, Kaduna Lead States With Highest Registered Voters Ahead of 2027 Elections
Lagos, Kano and Kaduna have the highest numbers of registered voters in Nigeria, according to INEC’s updated voter register ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Chief Ralph Obioha, Prominent Nigerian Statesman, Passes Away at 80
Chief Ralph Obioha, a notable elder statesman and former lawmaker, has died at the age of 80.
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2027: APGA Warns Members Against Supporting Obi, NDC
APGA has warned its members against supporting Peter Obi and the NDC in 2027, alleging that Obi has worked against the party since leaving it.
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SSANU Issues 14-Day Ultimatum Over Salary Arrears to FG
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities demands payment of salary arrears, threatening an indefinite strike if the government fails to respond.
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10,700 FCTA Workers Participate in 2026 Promotion Examination
Over 10,700 civil servants in Abuja are taking part in the 2026 promotion exam organized by the FCT Civil Service Commission.
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Ugochinyere Backs Amupitan, Calls for Stronger Support for INEC Ahead of 2027
Ikenga Ugochinyere has backed INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan over PVC distribution and urged stakeholders to strengthen support for the commission ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Court Affirms Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as Accord Party’s Presidential Candidate for 2027
The Federal High Court in Abuja has affirmed Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim as Accord Party’s 2027 presidential candidate and ordered the party to submit his name to INEC.
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Flavio Bolsonaro Leads in Brazil's Presidential Race Ahead of Run-Off
Flavio Bolsonaro is favored to win Brazil's presidential election run-off scheduled for October 25, analysts indicate.
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NDC 10,000-Man March: Ughelli Council Chairman Seals Organiser’s Property
NDC march organiser Tobore Agbah has alleged political victimisation after his Ughelli property was sealed. Council Chairman Jaro Egbo says the action was due to alleged environmental violations.
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2027: Eight Zamfara Assembly Members Defect From APC
Eight Zamfara lawmakers have defected from the APC, but have yet to publicly announce their next political destination as realignments continue ahead of 2027.
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APC Questions Amaechi’s Financial Claims, 2027 Vice-Presidential Bid
The APC has questioned Rotimi Amaechi's reported financial difficulties and his 2027 vice-presidential bid, following comments about his late mother's medical expenses.
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Shettima: Tinubu's Reforms Prevented Nigeria's Economic Collapse
Vice President Kashim Shettima praises Tinubu's economic reforms, claiming they saved Nigeria from imminent collapse.
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