Author: Gbenga Olaleye

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has praised the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, for what it described as a principled decision in recognising the party’s new leadership. Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, made the statement on Wednesday following INEC’s official endorsement of the party’s newly constituted executive committee. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Abdullahi wrote: “We congratulate ADC members and all lovers of democracy in Nigeria.We commend @INECNigeria and its Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, for standing on the right side of history and for standing up for the cause of multi-party democracy.…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has denied any knowledge of a legal challenge against it concerning the party’s leadership structure. Speaking during an interview on Politics Today, a programme aired on Channels Television, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said there was no ongoing court case involving the party. “We are not aware that anybody is in court against ADC,” Abdullahi stated. “What we have is the completion of the administrative process of changing the leadership of the ADC.” He further criticised those opposing the party’s current leadership, suggesting that their claims lack substance: “What we have found is…

Paris — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has shared insights into his recent meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, describing the engagement as “productive” and centred on strengthening bilateral cooperation. The two leaders met on Wednesday, 10 September, at the Élysée Palace in Paris for a private working lunch as part of President Tinubu’s official engagements during his annual working leave. Taking to his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, President Tinubu stated: “Had a productive lunch with President Emmanuel Macron. We reviewed key areas of cooperation between Nigeria and France and agreed to deepen our partnership for mutual prosperity and global stability.”…

The Federal Government has formally published Nigeria’s new tax reform laws in the official gazette, signalling a historic overhaul of the country’s fiscal framework. The reforms, signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on 26 June 2025, introduce a modernised structure for taxation, administration, and revenue collection, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda. The four legislations enacted are: Nigeria Tax Act (NTA), 2025 Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTAA), 2025 Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act (NRSEA), 2025 Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Act (JRBEA), 2025 Key Provisions Small businesses with turnover under ₦100m and assets below ₦250m will be exempted…

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has described as unacceptable the increasing number of underaged Nigerians attempting to register during the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise. Dr Mutiu Agboke, INEC’s Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Osun State, made this known while speaking on The Dialogue, a radio programme aired on Dynasty 89.9 FM in Oyo. Agboke reaffirmed that only Nigerians who are 18 years and above are eligible to register, stating that any attempt to register underage individuals constitutes a criminal offence. “We have been seeing numbers of teeming underage Nigerians attempting to register in the ongoing registration…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has openly criticised Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers and faulted captain William Troost-Ekong following Tuesday’s 1-1 draw against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier held in Bloemfontein. Needing a win to boost their fading hopes of qualifying for next year’s tournament in North America, Nigeria suffered an early blow when Ola Aina limped off just eight minutes into the game. Things worsened when Troost-Ekong scored an own goal in the 25th minute, handing South Africa the lead. Despite Calvin Bassey’s equaliser just before half-time, Nigeria failed to convert dominance into goals in…

A California woman, Laura Yourex, appeared in court on Tuesday over charges stemming from her decision to register her deceased dog, Maya Jean, to vote — an act that could land her in prison for up to six years. Yourex, 62, of Costa Mesa, south of Los Angeles, posted images on social media in 2021 showing Maya wearing an “I voted” sticker following California’s gubernatorial election. A later post in October 2024 featured Maya’s dog tag alongside a vote-by-mail ballot, with the caption: “maya is still getting her ballot” — despite the pet having already died. Yourex eventually reported herself…

Former Rivers State governorship candidate under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Tonye Cole, has dismissed speculation that he may join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating clearly that he will not follow former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi, into the party. Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Tuesday, Cole reaffirmed his commitment to the APC and declared his intention to run again for the Rivers governorship in the 2027 elections. This would mark Cole’s third attempt at the state’s top seat, following previous unsuccessful bids in 2019 and 2023. Describing his next run as “third…

A meeting of royal family members in Ipetumodu, Osun State, ended in chaos on Tuesday after calls were made for the Apetumodu throne to be declared vacant, following the recent conviction of Oba Joseph Oloyede in the United States. Oba Oloyede, the 27th Apetumodu of Ipetumodu, was sentenced to over four years in prison on August 26, 2025, after being found guilty of COVID-19 loan fraud. He was also ordered by a U.S. court to forfeit assets and pay over $4.4 million in restitution. At the centre of the latest dispute is Prince Olaboye Ayoola of the Aribile Ruling House,…

Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has condemned the recent violent attack at Onitsha Main Market, Anambra State, which led to the death of several traders, including a pregnant woman. In a statement posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, Obi expressed deep concern over the incident, calling for a thorough investigation, a complete reorganisation of the security outfit involved, and strict accountability for those responsible. New Daily Prime had earlier reported that a security team allegedly opened fire on traders in the bustling commercial centre, resulting in multiple civilian casualties. “It is…