Author: Damilola Olufemi

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received letters of intent from two different political associations, both seeking to register under the acronym “ADA”, raising potential concerns over name duplication and legal compliance. The two groups are the Advanced Democratic Alliance (ADA), chaired in the interim by Ahmadu Suleiman with Zipporah Pus Miracle as secretary, and the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), reportedly backed by prominent political figures including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Kaduna governor Nasir el-Rufai. The latter group listed Akin Ricketts and Abdullahi Musa Elayo as its protem chairman and secretary, respectively. The electoral body disclosed this…

INEC has disclosed that it has received 110 applications for new political party registration.

With its scruffy fur, tiny frame, and mischievous grin, the Labubu monster doll by Chinese toymaker Pop Mart has taken the world by storm, from celebrity handbags to viral TikToks, the curious collectable is now one of China’s most beloved cultural exports. Once known more for low-cost goods than trendsetting design, Chinese consumer brands are beginning to shift perceptions abroad, and Labubu may be leading that quiet revolution. “Now everything goes viral… because of social media. And yes, it’s cool. It’s different,” said Lucy Shitova, an interior designer from a Pop Mart store in London. Demand for the toys in…

The Olowo of Owo, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III, has reacted to the demolition of the memorial park built for victims of the June 5, 2022, church massacre at St Francis. The park, a project initiated by the late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, was built to honour the memory of over 40 worshippers who lost their lives in the brutal assault. In a post shared on his Facebook account titled: DEMOLITION OF OWO MEMORIAL PARK: OLOWO-IN-COUNCIL SPEAK,” the council disclosed that the demolition of the memorial park was at the instance of the Kingdom and “entire good people of the kingdom.” The…

The current security architecture in Abuja has not only been proactive but has also recorded significant successes in detecting, preventing, and neutralising threats.

The United States Mission in Nigeria has issued a fresh security advisory cautioning American citizens against non-official visits to Nigerian military and government installations in Abuja.

Retail stations operated by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on Monday adjusted pump prices of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), also known as petroleum, pushing them to ₦945 per litre in the Federal Capital Territory and ₦915 in Lagos, marking a new high in Nigeria’s deregulated fuel market. The latest increase reflects a ₦35 jump in Abuja and a ₦45 rise in Lagos, from previous prices of ₦910 and ₦870 per litre, respectively. This upward revision comes on the heels of a recent move by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which raised its ex-depot price of petrol from ₦825 to…

Nigeria has attained the third position among African countries with the most formidable military forces in the 2025 Global Firepower Military Strength Index. The list, according to Global Firepower’s annual report, examined 145 countries based on over 60 metrics. The countries were rated based on troop numbers, equipment capabilities, financial resources, logistical efficiency, and geographical advantages to assess military strength. At the top of the list is Egypt, followed by Algeria. Nigeria is placed third, while South Africa comes fourth. Below is the full list of African countries with the most formidable military forces. N.B.: In brackets is each country’s…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has slammed Governor Seyi Makinde for his administration’s decision to allocate a hefty N63.5 billion towards the renovation of the Agodi Government House, describing the plan as an outrageous show of “profligacy, insensitivity, and impunity.” The party argued that such spending could place unnecessary strain on the state’s economy and questioned the priorities of the state government. The controversial announcement came last week when the State Executive Council revealed that it had approved the large-scale refurbishment of the Government House. This was accompanied by an additional N132 million to hire professional gardeners…

President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigeria’s security agencies to step up operations aimed at eliminating the remaining elements of the Boko Haram insurgency, following a deadly suicide bombing in Konduga, Borno State. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu expressed deep sorrow over the attack, describing it as “cowardly.” He extended condolences to the Borno State government and residents, and instructed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to assist those injured. “The President mourned those who lost their lives in the tragic incident and condemned the act of violence…