Mounting debate within the ruling All Progressives Congress over internal democracy and candidate selection ahead of the 2027 general elections has deepened, following the opposition of the party’s North-Central forum to proposals requiring sitting governors seeking second terms to participate in primary elections
Next year’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) could be postponed until 2028, as doubts about the readiness of Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda to host the prestigious tournament grow. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is expected to discuss the potential delay during its executive committee meeting in Dar es Salaam on Friday. In addition to this, the expected withdrawal of Morocco as hosts for next month’s Women’s AFCON will also be on the agenda.
Nine individuals who were abducted by terrorists in Adanla community, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, remain in captivity despite a N40 million ransom being paid by the community for their release. The ransom, which was gathered through contributions from community members and concerned citizens, was delivered to the terrorists, but the victims have yet to be freed.
Former Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, has highlighted clean cooking solutions as a driving force for equitable and sustainable development across Africa. His statement was released to mark the International Day of Clean Energy.
The trial of five individuals accused in connection with the horrific June 5, 2022, massacre at St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo took a dramatic turn on Monday when an…
Nigeria’s Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has issued a firm reminder that registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination will end in just 17 days, with officials emphasizing that no extensions will be granted despite sluggish participation at accredited centers across the country. The deadline, set for Thursday, February 26, 2026, comes amid warnings from the board about deliberate attempts by examination cheats to mislead candidates into delaying their sign-ups, potentially to enable malpractice.
Mounting debate within the ruling All Progressives Congress over internal democracy and candidate selection ahead of the 2027 general elections has deepened, following the opposition of the party’s North-Central forum to proposals requiring sitting governors seeking second terms to participate in primary elections
