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Wike: ‘Corn and Groundnut Campaigns Can’t Deceive Nigerians’ After FCT Polls

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said the FCT elections exposed what he described as “hypocrisy” among politicians who engage in symbolic roadside campaigns to mislead voters. His remarks followed the All Progressives Congress’ victories in five of the six area councils in the Federal Capital Territory.

FCT Poll Fallout: Obidient Movement Rejects AMAC Result, Alleges Agent Killing

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The Obidient Movement has rejected the outcome of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) chairmanship election, describing the process as a “brazen assault” on democracy and alleging the killing of one of its polling agents. The protest follows low turnout in the FCT polls and renewed scrutiny of electoral integrity safeguards.

FCT Area Council Elections 2026: APC Wins 5 Councils as 15% Turnout Fuels Electoral Act Backlash

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The FCT Area Council Elections 2026 delivered five council victories to the APC and one to the PDP, but a 15 per cent voter turnout and intensifying criticism of the Electoral Act 2026 have reshaped the political narrative. Parties, civil society and religious leaders now warn that trust in Nigeria’s electoral framework faces renewed strain ahead of 2027.

Tinubu, German Chancellor Agree on Power and Security Cooperation

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Tinubu German power security cooperation discussions intensified during a phone call between President Bola Tinubu and Chancellor Friedrich Merz, with both leaders pledging deeper collaboration in electricity transmission, railway modernisation and Sahel intelligence support. Germany signalled readiness to back Nigeria’s power infrastructure through Siemens and financial support mechanisms, while security coordination featured prominently.

Tinubu Signs Executive Order Redirecting Oil Revenues to Federation Account

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President Bola Tinubu has signed a sweeping executive order mandating direct remittance of key oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account, halting several retention mechanisms previously operated under the Petroleum Industry Act. The directive targets multiple deductions by NNPC Limited and signals a structural fiscal reset with implications for federal, state, and local government finances.

Nigeria Opens Probe into Temu Over Suspected Data Protection Breaches

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Nigeria opens probe into Temu over suspected data protection breaches, as the country’s data watchdog examines concerns around surveillance practices, cross-border data transfers and data minimisation compliance. The investigation could trigger penalties under Nigeria’s data protection framework if violations are established in one of Africa’s largest digital markets.

Electoral Act 2026 Signed Into Law as Transmission Clause Sparks National Divide

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President Bola Tinubu has signed the Electoral Act 2026 into law less than 24 hours after its passage by the National Assembly, following intense disagreement over electronic transmission of election results. The new law formally recognises electronic upload but permits manual fallback where technology fails, setting the stage for heightened scrutiny ahead of 2027.

Voice Vote Ruling Triggers House Walkout in Electoral Act Showdown

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A House rowdy session over Electoral Act rescission erupted on Tuesday after Speaker Tajudeen Abbas ruled in favour of reversing the amendment bill during a disputed voice vote. The ruling triggered protests, a walkout and a closed-door session, intensifying tensions over Clause 60(3) and the 2027 election timetable.

Clause 60(3) Deadlock Puts 2027 on Edge

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The Electoral Act harmonisation deadlock has escalated into a high-risk institutional showdown as lawmakers fail to reconcile differences over mandatory real-time transmission of election results. With Clause 60(3) unresolved and the 2027 timetable under possible revision, Nigeria’s reform trajectory now hinges on wording that could shape public trust in the next general election.

El-Rufai EFCC Detention and Cybercrime Charges Escalate Political Crisis

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El-Rufai EFCC detention and cybercrime charges have intensified Nigeria’s political climate after the former Kaduna governor was held in Abuja over alleged N423bn misappropriation and separately charged for unlawful interception of the National Security Adviser’s phone. The twin tracks—financial probe and cybercrime counts—have triggered protests, rebuttals and heightened national scrutiny.