
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing escalating internal divisions, including factionalism and leadership disputes, ahead of the 2027 general election. This disarray may drive loyal members away, harm election chances, and allow the APC or other opposition parties to gain ground in the upcoming national elections. Ongoing internal conflict is making it difficult for
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With only a few weeks remaining in 2025 and less than four weeks before the National Assembly adjourns for the year, it appears that lawmakers are falling short of meeting their scheduled objectives for the widely discussed amendment of the Electoral Act prior to the 2027 general election. Despite repeated assurances and outlined targets, lawmakers
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The National Assembly’s recent endorsement of President Bola Tinubu’s proposal to secure a ₦1.15 trillion loan from the domestic debt market has generated significant discourse regarding deficit financing and its impact on Nigeria’s economy. Despite earlier reports indicating that revenue targets for 2025 had been achieved, the increased national budget resulted in a funding shortfall.
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The professor of law, who recently became the head of Nigeria’s elections management body, began his role with an academic perspective. He has analysed INEC and its operations, identifying a lack of public confidence in the institution. His stated objective is to restore trust in the organisation, though this will require action beyond statements alone.
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Media reports and speculation regarding the appointment of a new Chairperson for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ended on Thursday when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu nominated Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan for the position. The role of INEC Chairman has consistently presented challenges for any appointee. The Commission suffered reputational damage with the way it
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The Annual United Nations Meeting has evolved into an established forum for the exchange of significant international messages among world leaders. For the past two years, Nigerian Vice President Kashim Shettima has represented Nigeria at this global gathering. During the most recent session, this week, which also commemorated the organisation’s 80th anniversary, Vice President Shettima
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