Edo State Gubernatorial Election 2024: Candidates, Controversies, and Predictions
The Edo State election scheduled for September 21st has led to increased tensions among the various parties. Prince Odigie’s declaration that the APC aims to rig the Edo election in the president’s absence, the PDP’s promise to contest any election malpractice, and INEC’s commitment to ensure a free and fair election all contribute to a […]
INEC to Begin PVC Distribution for Edo Governorship Election on Thursday
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will begin distributing Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to newly registered voters in Edo State starting Thursday, in preparation for the upcoming governorship election. The distribution will take place at 192 Wards across the state from August 22 to August 26, between 9:00 am and 5:00 […]
The Growing Trend of Food Insecurity in Nigeria
According to a household expenditure survey conducted from September 2018 by nigerianstat to October 2019, it costs approximately N82,000 annually for one household member to meet the average daily requirement of 2,000 calories, as recommended by the NHS. The study revealed that over 40% of Nigerians are facing food scarcity. With these figures in mind, […]
Supreme Court Begins Hearing on Bayelsa and Kogi Governorship Election Disputes
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has started hearing the electoral disputes arising from the 2023 governorship elections in Bayelsa and Kogi States. The disputes involve Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State and Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State, who were both declared winners by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Challenging these results are Timipre […]
Ogun Governor Seeks Federal Help in Free Trade Zone Dispute as Amosun Rejects Utomi’s ‘Entitlement Mentality’ Claims
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approached the Federal Government to help resolve the ongoing dispute with Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. over the contentious Ogun Free Trade Zone (FTZ). On Thursday, Abiodun engaged top federal officials in Abuja to address the issue, which recently led to the seizure of presidential jets in Europe by […]
Northern Leaders Push for Jonathan’s 2027 Presidential Run, Calling Him a ‘Safe Bet’ for Nigeria’s Future
Political leaders from Nigeria’s northern region, which holds significant voting power, are working behind the scenes to persuade former President Goodluck Jonathan to run in the 2027 presidential election, according to sources close to the matter. This push is gaining momentum following the recent #EndBadGovernance protests, which highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s administration. […]
Behind the Scenes of Nigeria’s $2.08 Billion Fuel Imports: The Matrix Energy Controversy
Recent reports revealed a significant increase in Nigeria’s fuel imports from Malta, reaching $2.08 billion in 2023, compared to negligible amounts in previous years. This surge has drawn attention to Abdulkabir Adisa Aliu, owner of Matrix Energy and a member of the Presidential Economic Coordination Council (PECC). Despite accusations of leveraging connections within the Nigerian […]
Nigeria Accuses Chinese Firm of ‘Subterfuge’ Over Seizure of Presidential Jets Amid Legal Dispute
The Nigerian government has accused a Chinese company, Zhongshan Fucheng Industrial Investment Co. Limited, of using deceptive tactics after a French court ruled in the firm’s favor, allowing the seizure of Nigerian presidential jets undergoing routine maintenance in France. The jets were seized as “security” for a financial claim in an ongoing legal dispute between […]
The Origin of the Council of State in Nigeria
Imagine the ancient Roman Senate—where Rome’s most respected and experienced leaders gathered to advise the emperor on the most critical matters of state. Nigeria has a similar body today, known as the Council of State. Established by the 1979 Constitution, this council is composed of the nation’s most seasoned leaders, including former Presidents, state Governors, […]
THE CNG INITIATIVE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Breaking News on the CNG Initiative Big news! The Nigerian government just launched the next phase of the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative. It’s a major push to help us switch from petrol to cleaner, cheaper natural gas. This move is aimed at reducing our carbon footprint and tackling those rising fuel costs we’ve all […]