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The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has declared that electoral fraud is an attack on Nigeria’s sovereignty and constitutional order, demanding an independent forensic audit of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), criminal prosecution of officials found culpable in voter registration irregularities and tougher legislation against organised electoral subversion ahead of the 2027 general elections. The political parties’ coalition said the revelations by INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, concerning irregularities uncovered in the 2025/2026 Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise had exposed disturbing institutional weaknesses that could undermine public confidence in the forthcoming elections. In a strongly worded statement issued on Tuesday and signed by its Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Comrade James Ezema, the CNPP described the disclosures made by the INEC chairman during a media briefing in Abuja on Monday, November 9, 2026, as...

The trial of Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi and others before the Lagos State High Court was again stalled as the prosecution failed to produce and serve the defence with the police investigation report and other relevant documents formally demanded by the defendants. At the resumed hearing, the prosecution team, led by the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Justice, Mr. Adebayo Haroun, again called its first prosecution witness, ASP Nosiru of the State Command Ikeja, into the witness box. However, proceedings could not effectively commence as the prosecution had yet to furnish the defence with the requested documents, including the police investigation report. It would be recalled that counsel to the 3rd Defendant, Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, had, on 4 November 2026, filed and served a formal Notice to Produce, requesting 17 relevant documents considered essential to the defence of the defendants. Leading the defence team, Olalekan Ojo, SAN, was emphatic that the d...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental sustainability and climate resilience through its support for environmental education and community-based conservation at the 20th edition of the Walk for Nature in Lagos. The bank reaffirmed this commitment at this year’s event, organised in partnership with the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) and the Lagos State Government, held on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, Lagos. Speaking at the event, themed, “Inspired for Climate Action”, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications Division, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, described the milestone event as a testament to the power of sustained partnerships in advancing environmental conservation and encouraging responsible environmental practices. “At Fidelity Bank, we recognise that environmental sustainability is integral to building resilient communities and supporting long-term economic growth. Ou...

The Kwara State gubernatorial campaign train of the New Nigeria Peoples Party-NNPP led by its governorship candidate, Prince Adetoyese Omokanye, has moved to Tsaragi and Lafiagi in Edu Local Government Area, where the campaign received warm reception from traditional rulers, religious leaders, party members, community stakeholders, youths and women. The campaign visit, which attracted a broad spectrum of community representatives and political stakeholders, provided an opportunity for the NNPP governorship candidate to present his vision for rural development, economic empowerment and improved social infrastructure, while engaging residents on the challenges confronting their communities. Prince Omokanye was accompanied on the campaign tour by the National Chairman of the NNPP, Dr. Agbo Major; the Kwara State Chairman, Alhaji Lamidi Shoku; and several other high-ranking party officials, underscoring the party's commitment to strengthening its grassroots presence and consolidating s...

Former Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, has restated his commitment to strengthening party unity and consolidating political relationships across Lagos State ahead of the 2027 general elections. Following a recent strategic meeting with his political associates, Ambode said that the mobilisation effort is aimed at galvanising Lagosians from across all strata, including communities, Community Development Associations (CDAs), Market Women, Artisans, People Living with Disabilities (PWDs) and other groups. According to a press statement issued by the Ambode Support Associates on Thursday and signed by Mr. Adeshina Tiamiyu, arrangements are being advanced to welcome Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Gubernatorial Candidate in Lagos State, to Epe next week in a gathering designed to consolidate political support. The statement said that the proposed engagement will bring together party members, political leaders, community stakeholders and key party...

A Pan-Yoruba Grou, The Afenifere Progressives, a group of young Afenifere members and advocates of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration and reform agenda, has raised the alarm over what it describes as a silently brewing tension in the Niger Delta, particularly among non-Ijaw-speaking oil-producing communities. The group expressed anger over alleged deliberate marginalisation, shortchanging and disregard for oil-producing communities in Ondo State in the administration of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). Its concerns follow a Freedom of Information suit reportedly instituted by a legal practitioner, Daisi Onetufo, Esq., against the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, and other respondents, over alleged failure to provide information requested on scholarship beneficiaries and related activities of the programme. In a statement jointly signed by its Coordinator and Secretary, Omotehinse Michael and Comrade Modupe Adedayo resoectivel...

The Centre for Public Accountability and Social Well-Being (CPASW) has commended the Lagos State Government, the Lagos State House of Assembly and the Nigeria Police Force for their interventions towards resolving the protracted land dispute between the Ojaekomo family and the Ojomu Chieftaincy Family at Sapata Village, Ajiran, Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State. The organisation also warned prospective buyers, property developers, investors and members of the public against purchasing, acquiring or engaging in any transaction involving the 27.65-hectare parcel of land allocated to the Ojaekomo family without the authorisation of its duly accredited representatives, which is Shaffykay. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, November 4, the President of the group, Omolola Shola Justice and the Secretary , Oluwasegun Gbamila, expressed appreciation to the Lagos State Government for steps taken to address the competing claims over the disputed property, while acknowledging t...

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), has formally welcomed the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, back to the Ministry following his reinstatement by the Federal Government. The reinstatement follows the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, after Mr. Pheelangwah was cleared of any involvement in the alleged fake agency scam. The Permanent Secretary’s reinstatement demonstrated Mr. President’s administration commitment to upholding due process, fairness, and zero tolerance for misconduct, while also ensuring that innocent public officers are not unjustly punished. The Minister received him at the office today and expressed confidence in their cordial working relationship and emphasized the importance of building on the existing synergy between the Ministry's leadership to promote effective administration and service delivery. In his response , the Permanent Secretary expressed profound appreciation to Preside...

  The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has reiterated that the pursuit of justice in the murders of Sheriff Ishola Salami and Prince Demola Akinloye must remain a priority.    CHSR said in a statement by its President on Wednesday, Comrade Alex Omotehinse, that the families of the deceased, affected communities and the general public deserve a transparent, diligent and timely judicial process that establishes accountability and ensures that those found culpable are brought to justice.   The group also emphasised that the constitutional rights of all defendants, including the right to fair hearing and adequate legal representation, must be respected throughout the proceedings. Upholding due process is not an obstacle to justice; it is an essential foundation for a credible and sustainable outcome.   "The Centre therefore calls on the prosecution to comply promptly with the court's directive and urges all parties to cooperate in ensuring that the ...

How more than 1,700 kilometres of roads are reshaping mobility, opening up rural communities, strengthening industrial corridors and redefining infrastructure development across Ogun State By Kayode Akinmade Infrastructure development is one of the most visible measures of governance because its impact is felt in the everyday lives of citizens. A good road connects communities, shortens travel time, facilitates commerce, improves access to healthcare and education, enhances security and creates opportunities for economic growth. Beyond the convenience of transportation, roads are critical instruments of social integration and economic transformation. For Ogun State, whose strategic location places it at the intersection of major commercial and industrial activities in Nigeria, road infrastructure is particularly important. Sharing boundaries with Lagos, the country’s commercial nerve centre, and serving as a major gateway to the Southwest and other parts of the country, Ogun requires a...

My attention was recently drawn to a malicious and vicious publication of a trump up charge by the Special Fraud unit acting the script of a certain Barbara Komolafe who entered into a transaction with a certain Arc Adelaja and his company Quatro Associates and hoped to drag me into into it with intent to extort money personally from me for a transaction I know nothing absolutely nothing about. I hereby wish to state the truth and reveal the falsehood in the entire charge which I have instructed my lawyers to obtain and challenge. The Truth. I have been the lead Counsel involved in the prosecution and enforcement of a Receivership involving some plots of land situate in Alma Beach and conveyed in Debenture Trust Deed Registered as 75/75/1949 of the land Registry, Lagos. The enforcement since 2016 had been fierce and very contentious. It had involved the Courts and Security agencies weighing in on various degrees to enforce the Receivership. In the midst of the disturbances, the Receive...

  Ahead of the 2027 general election, The Minister for Interior, Dr. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo, in his bid to ensure that at least ninety percent of the register voters in Ondo East and West Federal constituencies vote for the All Progressives Congress (APC) has continued a parley meeting with key groups in the constituency.   In a separate meeting held on Wednesday and Thursday in Ondo city, the Minister, through the first officer of the Positive Crew, Otunba Bola Fisayo, addressed artisans in the construction industry comprising tilers, POP makers, aluminum technicians, bricklayers, carpenters, and others on Wednesday while on Thursday, meeting with beauty technicians comprising hairdressers, barbers, make up artist and others was held. The two meetings saw over five thousand members of the group in attendance    Otunba Bola Fisayo, during the goodwill message from the Minister, reaffirmed the commitment of President Tinubu led administration to the welfare of Nigerians amid...

Despite concerns over his alleged Stage 3 kidney disease, the defendant was ordered back into custody, raising fresh questions about his medical welfare and whereabouts. The Lagos State High Court presided over by Justice A.T. Muyideen has refused the bail application of Hammed Tajudeen Akanbi, the third defendant in a murder case involving two other defendants, and ordered his remand at the Ikoyi Correctional Facility amid renewed concerns over his deteriorating health. In a further development, sources familiar with the matter have indicated that the Ikoyi Correctional Facility again declined to admit Akanbi on medical grounds, leaving uncertainty over his current whereabouts and the arrangements for his continued medical care. The development has heightened concerns among his family, supporters, members of the Ajiran community and other sympathisers who have followed the proceedings over the past several months. From Hospital Bed to Courtroom Controversy The controversy surrounding ...

Fidelity Bank Plc has successfully redeemed its 5-Year US$400 million Senior Unsecured Notes at maturity, reaffirming its commitment to meeting its obligations to investors and reinforcing its track record in the international debt capital markets. Issued on 28 October 2021, the 5-year Eurobond matured on 28 October 2026 and carried an annual coupon of 7.625 per cent, payable semi-annually. Fidelity Bank met all scheduled coupon payments throughout the life of the instrument and has now fulfilled its final repayment obligation in full, covering both principal and accrued interest. The redemption was funded from internally generated liquidity as part of the Bank's forward-looking liquidity management strategy. Through a dedicated sinking fund, Fidelity Bank progressively provided for the maturing obligation, enabling the Bank to meet its commitment while maintaining business-as-usual operations and compliance with applicable regulatory liquidity requirements. Commenting on the devel...

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has assured vulnerable Nigerians of sustained support through the Food Outreach Scheme of the Renewed Hope Initiative, as the programme extended its reach to Ogun State with the distribution of food items to disadvantaged groups. Senator Tinubu gave the assurance on Wednesday at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Abeokuta, during the distribution of food items to vulnerable residents of the state. Represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, the First Lady said the initiative was designed to complement the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by providing direct assistance to families and individuals facing economic hardship. She said the programme reflected the commitment of the Renewed Hope Initiative to improving family welfare and ensuring that vulnerable Nigerians received support, irrespective of their social status. “This Food Outreach Scheme is to complement the Renewed Hope Agenda of President B...

An All Progressives Congress (APC) support group, Mopamuro Progressive Women (MPW), has accused the Tinubu Support Group (TSG) in Mopamuro Local Government Area of Kogi State of allegedly using the name of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to mobilise support for the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a press statement on Wednesday issued by the Coordinator of the women's group, Mrs. Funmilola Zaccheaus, MPW alleged that TSG was discreetly mobilising support for the ADC's presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar while presenting itself as a group committed to President Tinubu's political interest. The group also alleged that TSG was backed by Hon. James Abiodun Faleke, and urged the APC leadership to caution the lawmaker over what it described as activities capable of undermining the party's efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections. "Our attention has been drawn to the nefarious activities of an organisation known...

The trial of Ahmed Tajudeen the principal suspect in the alleged murder of two prominent sons of the Ajiran Community in Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State resumed on Wednesday at the Lagos State High Court, Igbosere, after a delay of more than six months. The case, which was heard in Court 8 before Hon. Justice Abdul-Raheem Muyideen, took a new turn as the defendant was brought into the courtroom in a wheelchair due to his reported medical condition. During the proceedings, the defendant's lead counsel, Barrister Adedotun Ajulo, pleaded with the court to grant his client bail to enable him to receive adequate medical attention. Counsel urged the court to consider the defendant's health condition and allow him to access the necessary medical care while the trial continues. However, in his ruling, Hon. Justice Abdul-Raheem Muyideen denied the defendant's bail application. The judge directed that the defendant be returned to the custodial facility in Ikoyi, Lagos, w...