The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has moved to contain a growing leadership crisis in its Adamawa chapter, following opposition by governorship candidate Aisha Binani and other party candidates to the appointment of former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, as the party’s North-East leader. The party’s National Chairman acknowledged the disagreements but assured that the national leadership would intervene to prevent the dispute from weakening its preparations for the 2027 general elections. The crisis followed Lawal’s defection to the NDC in September and his subsequent appointment by the party’s National Leader, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson, to oversee…
Author: National Update
Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), has dismissed President Bola Tinubu’s 30-day petrol discount as a stopgap that treats the symptoms of Nigeria’s hardship and ignores the causes. In a statement on X titled “One Month Discount on Petrol: From Reactive Policies to Flawed Outcomes,” the former Anambra State governor said Nigerians need lasting relief, not short-term savings while households and businesses keep struggling with rising costs. Obi said he held back his reaction to see how the policy played out. His verdict: “Now, having assessed the outcomes, the policy is a substitution of political optics…
The Kano State Police Command has defended its move to block a meeting of the Tinubu Must Go (TMG) movement, citing security risks over the expected attendance of about 700 people. But the action has sparked a dispute over the limits of police intervention in peaceful political gatherings, with the organisers accusing the command of violating their fundamental rights. Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Adamu Bakori said the command was concerned about the safety of participants and residents, insisting that the decision was not politically motivated. Speaking with DCL Hausa on Sunday, Bakori acknowledged that the organisers had the right to…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to explain its recent staff postings amid allegations that the redeployment of personnel to strategic departments may reflect ethnic bias. The opposition party urged INEC to publish the affected postings, selection criteria and reasons for the changes, warning that any perception of sectional favouritism could undermine public confidence ahead of the 2027 general election. In a statement on Sunday, ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the party had received reports and direct complaints about personnel changes in some of the commission’s strategic departments and offices. The…
Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has condemned reported political intimidation and violence in Enugu State, demanding an immediate investigation into alleged politically motivated killings and prosecution of anyone found responsible. In a statement on Sunday, its spokesman, Idris Zekeri Jnr, challenged the All Progressives Congress (APC) to defend its record in office rather than allow political competition to degenerate into violence. “If the APC has accomplishments to present, it should disclose them to Nigerians. If it enjoys the people’s confidence, it should face them at the ballot box,” the statement said. POMR insisted that political parties should win voters’ confidence…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has listed former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Geoffrey Nnaji, among candidates for the 2027 Enugu State governorship election, despite unresolved controversy over his academic credentials. Nnaji, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, appeared at number 13 on the list reportedly released by INEC on Saturday night. His inclusion comes amid allegations that he presented questionable academic and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) credentials during his ministerial nomination in 2023. The controversy followed an investigative report that raised questions about the authenticity of his degree certificate and his academic record at the University…
The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has blamed a technical error by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the omission of its Kano State governorship candidate, Aminu Abdussalam-Gwarzo, from the commission’s published list for the 2027 election. The party urged its members and supporters to remain calm, assuring them that efforts were underway to correct the omission. NDC Kano State Public Relations Officer, Yusuf Fasaha, said the party had contacted INEC and was told the problem was computer-related. “I want to assure you that, as the PRO of the party, the problem is not from us,” Fasaha said in a…
Glory of All Investment Ltd has announced plans to host a seven-day Christmas fair in Abuja to promote Nigerian craftsmanship, indigenous products and small businesses. The Abuja Xmas Auction, Sales, Skills and Handicrafts Fair 2026 is scheduled for November 27 to December 3 at the Old Parade Ground, Area 10, Abuja. Themed “Where Talented Hands Meet Money,” the fair will open daily at 9 a.m., with free entry for shoppers. Organisers said the event would feature more than 200 artisans and vendors from across Nigeria, showcasing products ranging from shoes, bags, beads and artworks to pottery, furniture, toys, fashion and…
The push to make Nigerian businesses competitive in global markets will take centre stage as the Nigerian Association of Small Scale Industrialists (NASSI) partners Zamkah Technologies to prepare small entrepreneurs for expansion beyond the domestic economy. The initiative will feature at NASSI’s 35th National Convention, scheduled for December 1, 2026, in Abuja, where entrepreneurs will explore business partnerships, capacity building and strategies for sustainable growth. NASSI National President, Chief Solomon Daniel Vongfa, said the convention was designed to help small business owners exchange ideas, build strategic alliances and identify opportunities to grow their enterprises into globally competitive brands. He said…
By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja The Plateau Democratic Movement (PDM) has petitioned the Senate to investigate the reported removal of Amos Azi as Chairman of the Investments and Securities Tribunal (IST), despite his alleged reappointment by President Bola Tinubu. The group said the circumstances surrounding Azi’s reported displacement and the emergence of Aminu Junaidu as tribunal chairman raised questions about compliance with the law. In a petition addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, PDM Chairman Ishaya Turba and Secretary Iliya Mangai urged the Senate to constitute a committee to investigate the matter. The petition was made available to journalists on Friday…