The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other relevant authorities to immediately begin the rigorous verification and authentication of academic and professional certificates for all political candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement released on X on Thursday, Obi stressed that for Nigeria’s democracy to have credibility, its foundation must be built on “truth, transparency,…

By: Fatima Idera and Helen Okechukwu In recent years, Nigeria has grappled with a troubling wave of certificate forgery scandals involving members of its political elite, including ministers holding some of the nation’s most strategic positions. These recurring controversies have deepened public concern about integrity, accountability, and the credibility of the country’s vetting system for political appointments. The latest scandal erupted in 2025, following revelations that the Minister of Science,…

The Nigerian Senate brought two new members into its ranks during a session presided over by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday. Joseph Ikpea and Emmanuel Nwachukwu took their oaths, now representing the people of Edo Central and Anambra South senatorial districts, respectively. READ ALSO: Senate committee urged to ensure strict implementation of BHCPF The Clerk of the Senate, Emmanuel Ojo, performed the required duty of administering the oaths of…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the Bola Tinubu administration following the resignation of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, amidst a certificate forgery scandal. In a statement posted on his X page on Wednesday Atiku described the minister’s resignation as an attempt to whitewash yet another scandal. He argued that it signifies a deep moral crisis within the current government. The former presidential candidate of…

Professor Mahmood Yakubu has confirmed that his decision to step down as head of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was to create room for a new chairman to be appointed. The New Daily Prime earlier reported that Yakubu resigned on Tuesday and handed over to May Agbamuche-Mbu, a national commissioner, as the acting chairman. This transition ceremony took place at the INEC headquarters in Abuja during a scheduled consultation…

Local government officials across Oyo State have called on Governor Seyi Makinde to join the 2027 presidential race, citing his transformational leadership and governance record as key reasons Nigeria needs his kind of leadership at the national level. The appeal was made on Tuesday during a solidarity rally held at the Oyo State Government Secretariat in Agodi, Ibadan. The rally was attended by hundreds of political appointees, including secretaries to…

Former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Iyiola Omisore, has declared his intention to contest the party’s ticket for the 2026 Osun State governorship election, expressing strong confidence in his chances. Speaking in Osogbo on Tuesday, Omisore stated that he believes over 90 per cent of APC members in the state would support his bid during the party’s primaries scheduled for later this year. According to the…

By Ismaeel Aleem  The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) David Mark, has declared that Nigerians are tired of political slogans and statistics that fail to enhance their daily lives. Speaking at the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) meeting in Abuja on Tuesday, Mark outlined a vision for a principled, accountable ADC that prioritises citizens’ welfare over personal agendas. Addressing party leaders, the former Senate President underscored the…

By Ismaeel Aleem May Agbamuche-Mbu assumed the role of Acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Tuesday, following the completion of Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s decade-long tenure. As INEC’s longest-serving National Commissioner, her appointment represents a seamless transition amid ongoing electoral reforms. Originally from Delta State but born and raised in Kano, Agbamuche-Mbu embodies Nigeria’s cultural diversity. She attended the prestigious St. Louis Secondary School in Kano, renowned…

House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas has issued a strong call to fellow lawmakers, urging them to collaborate intensely to ensure that all amendments to the 2022 Electoral Act are finalized and enacted well in advance of the 2027 general elections. Speaking to the assembly upon their return from their annual recess on Tuesday, Abbas emphasised the legislature’s fundamental duty to fix the problems observed in previous polls and thereby…

After a ten-week break, the Nigerian Senate convened for its plenary session on Tuesday, with Senate President Godswill Akpabio setting a determined tone for the lawmakers. In his opening remarks, Akpabio firmly committed the Senate to a path of accountability, discipline, and effective governance. Addressing the Nigerian populace directly, the Senate President acknowledged their demands, stating, “We hear you. You asked us not for excuses, but for results. We will…

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, have both called for an urgent review and amendment of the Nigerian Constitution to strengthen democracy, enhance national security, and grant autonomy to local governments. The reforms proposed by the leaders will have the backing of NASS to ensure their implementation. Speaking yesterday in Abuja at a consultative session with political party…