Government

MURIC has urged President Tinubu to remove INEC Chairman Prof. Josiah Amupitan, citing concerns about neutrality ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Akoko-Edo Local Government Chairman Alabi Bliss Oshionogue has been impeached by seven councillors, with a viral video showing him being booed out of office.

Senator Ali Ndume says President Tinubu succeeded in Lagos because of strong allies, alleging many of them have now been sidelined in his current administration.

Italian leaders and citizens protest reported US plans to deploy ICE personnel to Italy for security during the Winter Olympics.

Nigeria’s military says several officers will face trial after an investigation allegedly uncovered a coup plot against President Tinubu’s government.

Ebonyi State Finance Commissioner Leonard Uguru says the new federal tax reform exempts low-income earners below ₦1.2 million annually while placing higher tax obligations on wealthy individuals.

Denmark and Greenland have rejected any discussion of sovereignty after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested a future Arctic security deal granting broad U.S. access to Greenland. NATO said no compromise on sovereignty was proposed, while Copenhagen and Nuuk insist cooperation must respect territorial integrity.

Federal Government plans to expand social investment programmes under the 2026 budget to support vulnerable Nigerians.

The Federal Government has announced new measures to strengthen border security nationwide, targeting smuggling and cross-border crimes.

INEC has reiterated its commitment to credible elections as preparations for the 2027 general polls begin, emphasizing transparency and electoral reforms.