30.07.2026

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INEC Reviews Party Regulations to Align with Electoral Act 2026

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INEC has begun a comprehensive clause-by-clause review of political party regulations to align with the Electoral Act 2026. The reform aims to reduce pre-election litigation, strengthen compliance culture and integrate findings from the Political Party Performance Index. Officials say credible elections begin with transparent party governance long before polling day....

Rivers United Boss Finidi George Insists Derby Defeat Won’t Derail NPFL Title Push

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Rivers United’s 1-0 defeat to Bayelsa United in a derby match won’t derail their NPFL title hopes, according to coach Finidi George. Meanwhile, Bendel Insurance delivered a dominant 4-0 win over Ikorodu City, with Alex Oweilayefa scoring a hat-trick. Ikorodu City’s coach, Bright Ozebagbe, expressed frustration after their unbeaten run ended....

INEC Assures 2027 Transmission Glitches Eliminated with Mock Presidential Test

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INEC says lessons from the 2023 election have reshaped its technology deployment strategy ahead of 2027. Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan announced plans for a nationwide mock presidential exercise to test inter-state result transmission, pledging that technical glitches experienced previously will not recur. The commission also identified logistics and network limitations as critical operational priorities....

Amnesty Alleges Torture, Extrajudicial Killings at Imo ‘Tiger Base’ Police Unit

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The Amnesty Tiger Base report alleges torture, extrajudicial executions, enforced disappearances and systematic extortion at the Nigeria Police Anti-Kidnapping Unit in Owerri, Imo State. Civil society groups are demanding immediate investigation and disbandment, while police authorities reject the claims as unfounded and part of a smear campaign....

Opposition, Presidency Clash Over Electoral Act 2026 Provisions Ahead of 2027 Polls

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The Electoral Act 2026 controversy intensified in Abuja as opposition leaders accused the Presidency and National Assembly of embedding anti-democratic provisions in the new law, particularly on electronic transmission and party primaries. The Presidency and Senate rejected the claims, insisting the amendments strengthen transparency while urging critics to pursue formal legislative channels....

FCC, PTAD Pension Liabilities Collaboration Targets Nationwide Relief

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The FCC, PTAD pension liabilities collaboration has moved to the forefront of Nigeria’s governance reform agenda following a strategic meeting in Abuja. Both institutions pledged deeper inter-agency coordination to resolve outstanding pension obligations nationwide, strengthen accountability mechanisms, and ensure that retirees receive entitlements promptly under existing reform frameworks....

Remo Stars Appoint Usman Abdallah as New Technical Adviser to Revive Season

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Remo Stars have appointed Usman Abdallah as their new technical adviser to help revive their season. Abdallah takes over from Daniel Ogunmodede, with the club currently fighting relegation. His first match will be against his former side, Katsina United. Meanwhile, Kano Pillars intensify preparations for their upcoming clash with Shooting Stars....

Umahi–Sowore Confrontation at Police Headquarters Sparks Political Exchange

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The Umahi Sowore Confrontation unfolded at Force Headquarters in Abuja after activist Omoyele Sowore challenged Works Minister Dave Umahi over a petition linked to alleged cyberbullying claims. Police confirmed the matter is under review, while both camps offered sharply different accounts of what transpired during the encounter....

Labour Ultimatum: Unions Issue Deadline Over Unpaid Wage Award, Warn of Nationwide Action

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The Labour Ultimatum Nigeria has entered a critical phase as organised labour issued a deadline demanding payment of outstanding wage awards. Union leaders warned that failure to comply could trigger nationwide industrial action, raising concerns about economic disruption and public service shutdowns if negotiations with the Federal Government collapse....

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