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The ECOWAS Community Court of Justice has formally recognized internet access as a fundamental right, awarding N10 million in damages to a journalist against the Nigerian government. This landmark ruling sets a legal precedent against internet shutdowns and digital restrictions across the West African sub-region.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s emerging 2027 campaign council, labeling it a 'rehabilitation centre' for individuals facing unresolved corruption allegations. The party raised concerns over the return of figures previously linked to financial probes, questioning the administration's commitment to transparency.
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Senator Abdulaziz Yari and Senator Adams Oshiomhole to lead the leadership structure of his 2027 re-election campaign council. The move assembles a team of prominent APC figures and senior government officials to coordinate the President's upcoming political bid.
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of a fraudulent agency promoter and the suspension of three permanent secretaries following an ICPC discovery of illegal operations within the SGF office.
A fresh lawsuit filed by the Centre for Reform and Public Advocacy seeks to disqualify President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the 2027 election over alleged academic discrepancies. The case, set for September 2026, revives intense debate over the President's constitutional eligibility and educational history.
Businessman and philanthropist Dr. Chimaobi Desmond Anyaso has formally declared his candidacy for the Bende Federal Constituency, setting up a major political contest for the 2027 elections. The campaign prioritizes grassroots empowerment, infrastructure, and job creation as alternatives to the current representation.
A new electoral projection indicates that APC candidate Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji holds a 65 per cent chance of winning the 2026 Osun governorship race. Oyebamiji has centered his campaign on collective leadership and merit-based governance to drive state development.
Okechukwu Nwanguma calls for the immediate publication of the draft National Policing Bill, arguing that transparency is essential for meaningful public participation in constitutional reform.
APC governorship candidate Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji has challenged the Osun State government to account for monthly federal allocations of up to N17 billion, citing a lack of visible projects. He emphasized that his administration would prioritize human life and inclusive governance over political ambition.
A new AI-enabled tracker has documented over 20,000 cases of online violence against women in Africa, sparking warnings of coordinated smear campaigns ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections.
APC governorship candidate Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji has unveiled a 'Prosperity Agenda' to revive key economic assets and stimulate industrial growth in Osun State.
