The APC in Osun State reportedly concluded ward congresses that produced 1,660 delegates who will vote in the party’s governorship primary scheduled for December 13, 2025. Party officials praised the peaceful conduct of the exercise.
The development sets the stage for heightened intra-party competition as the state moves toward the next election cycle.
2025-12-09
The Nation
2025-12-09
An FCT High Court granted substituted service on FCT Minister Nyesom Wike in a ₦40bn defamation suit filed by Tonye Cole. Cole alleges that comments made during a TV appearance damaged his reputation.
The ruling allows the matter to proceed under court rules after the claimant’s ex parte application.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
INEC in Ondo State said 18,045 new voters registered between August and December 2025 during the first phase of Continuous Voter Registration. The state REC urged political parties and civil society to intensify mobilisation.
The commission also encouraged eligible residents to collect unclaimed PVCs and complete transfers or corrections promptly.
2025-12-09
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-09
The EFCC denied reports that it raided or sealed the Abuja residence of former petroleum minister Timipre Sylva, saying the property was only marked as part of an ongoing investigation. The commission urged the public to avoid mischaracterising standard investigative processes.
The clarification followed heightened political and public interest in the scope of anti-corruption probes within the petroleum sector.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
FCT indigenous groups protested what they described as exclusion from a new ambassadorial list, arguing that Abuja’s host communities deserve fair representation in federal appointments. The demonstration reflects longstanding demands for stronger inclusion of the capital’s indigenous populations.
Stakeholders called for a review of the list and a broader policy conversation on equity in national appointments.
2025-12-09
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-09
The House of Representatives summoned the Ministers of Finance and Budget & National Planning and other fiscal heads over weak implementation of the capital components of the 2024 and 2025 budgets. Lawmakers said many contractors executed projects without payment.
The House warned it may withhold consideration of the 2026 Appropriation Bill until outstanding obligations are addressed, intensifying legislative oversight of fiscal performance.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
The Senate approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy troops to the Republic of Benin after an attempted coup reportedly disrupted public order in Cotonou. Lawmakers framed the move as part of Nigeria’s regional responsibility under ECOWAS.
Some senators reportedly sought fuller debate, but leadership argued emergency procedures justified swift approval given the potential regional spillover.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10
President Bola Tinubu approved the appointment of Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Idris Adamu (retd.) as Chairman of the Military Pensions Board, effective December 1, 2025. The government said the move aligns with efforts to improve transparency and efficiency in pension administration.
Officials expect the new leadership to strengthen veterans’ welfare and tighten accountability across the system.
2025-12-10
Punch Newspapers
2025-12-10