Mass defections hit house of reps as 17 lawmakers dump ADC for NDC
The House of Representatives was thrown into political turbulence on Tuesday after at least 17 lawmakers formally defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the National Democratic Congress (NDC), in a move that further reshapes alignments ahead of the…
JUST IN: INEC Resumes Nationwide Voter Registration
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the resumption of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise nationwide, with the third phase scheduled to commence on Monday, May 11, 2026. INEC disclosed this in a statement issued on May 5…
62 Nigerians held in Uganda denied legal access — Lawyer
Fresh concerns have emerged over the detention of 62 Nigerians as Ugandan authorities allegedly denied the detainees access to legal representation. The Nigerians, said to be members of a Christian missionary group, Life Mission, were detained by immigration authorities over…
Nigeria evacuating 130 citizens from S. Africa after attacks
As reports of xenophobic attacks in South Africa continue, Nigeria said it would repatriate its citizens who want to leave. Nigeria evacuating 130 citizens from S. Africa after attacks As reports of xenophobic attacks in South Africa continue, Nigeria said…
NRC Warns of Rising Security Threats Along Abuja–Kaduna Rail Corridor
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has raised concerns over increasing attacks on train services along the Abuja–Kaduna corridor, calling for heightened vigilance from communities and stakeholders. According to the NRC, the incidents pose a serious threat to passenger safety and…
Sudan Faces “Massive” Humanitarian Crisis as Aid Shortfalls Deepen Across War Zones
Sudan Faces “Massive” Humanitarian Crisis as Aid Shortfalls Deepen Across War Zones Sudan is confronting a rapidly worsening humanitarian emergency as international aid agencies warn that funding gaps, ongoing fighting, and restricted access are severely limiting relief efforts across the…
Sudan’s Armed Forces Are Falling Under Islamist Control
As the Sudanese Armed Forces have faced setbacks on the battlefield in Sudan’s civil war, they have increasingly turned to Islamists to shore up power—with gruesome results. In mid-March, the US designated the Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood (SMB) and its armed…
Kwankwaso, Obi join NDC, call for unity, empowerment
Former Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso and former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), few hours after dumping the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The duo made declaration after being received at the national…
South Africa emerges production base for Chinese brand Jetour’s T1 and T2 SUV models
Jetour’s parent company, Chery Automobile, acquired Rosslyn in January this year; this facility, previously owned by Nissan, will now be used for the production of SUVs in South Africa’s capital city, Pretoria. In March, data-based reports confirmed that the company…
UBA dismisses false publication on Tony Elumelu’s marriage
The Tier-1 bank described the claims as false, malicious and defamatory. In a statement on Sunday, Group Head, Brand, Marketing & Corporate Communication at UBA, Alero Ladipo, said that the publication and similar content were entirely fabricated and intended to…