Author: Aminu Imam

‘INEC Chair, Yakubu polluting Nigeria’s elections since 2015’ – Obasanjo 

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OBJ on INEC Chair

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo has made a strong public accusation against the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC),  Professor Mahmood Yakubu, claiming that he has been “polluting” Nigeria’s electoral process since his appointment in 2015.  This statement appears to stem from Obasanjo’s recent launch of his new book: ‘Nigeria: Past and Future’, where he critiqued systemic issues in Nigeria’s democracy, including corruption in the judiciary and electoral bodies.  The accusation was reported widely highlighting Obasanjo’s long-standing concerns about electoral integrity under Yakubu’s leadership. The former military Head…

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“Soft laws letting terrorists walk free, soldiers paying with their lives” – CDS blasts judges

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CDS blasts judges

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has accused the judiciary of undermining the war on terror by granting leniency to terrorists, warning that weak laws and “technical excuses” are endangering soldiers who risk their lives on the frontlines. In a fiery television interview, Musa called for special courts to fast-track terrorism trials, insisting that politics, weak prosecutions, and soft punishments are fuelling the resurgence of attacks across the country. “You risk your life to make an arrest and you are told there’s a technical problem. Do you think…

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2027: “Don’t drop Shettima, US is desperate to remove you” – Primate Ayodele to Tinubu

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Primate Ayodele

Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has given a fresh warning to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his 2027 re-election bid, his relationship with Vice-President Kashim Shettima, and alleged plots by the United States to undermine his government. In an issued statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, the cleric cautioned Tinubu against replacing Shettima as running mate, insisting such a move would weaken his chances. He said: “Dropping Shettima will cause trouble for you; those who want him out are your enemies who don’t want…

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“If security’s not tackled we”ll keep mourning needles losses” – Obi 

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OBJ on INEC Chair

The Labour Party (LP)’s presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has again decried worsening security situation in the country. In a post on his official X handle, Obi lamented the gruesome killing of worshippers in Katsina state, describing it as “devastating”. The former Anambra state governor charged leaders to value the lives of Nigerians, stating that they could not continue to treat these incidents as ordinary statistics. He wrote: “The tragic news from Katsina has grown even more devastating, as the search continues with over 50 bodies…

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“EFCC now APC’s attack dog, not anti-graft agency” – Coalition

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Coalition on EFCC

The Coalition Against Injustice in Nigeria, (CAIN), has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of abandoning its core mandate, alleging that the agency has been reduced to a tool for political witch-hunt, media trial and selective prosecution. In an issued statement jointly signed by its President, Abdulganiyu Lukman, National Secretary, Ifeoma Ada Chimezie, and National PRO, Musa Shehu Ado, the group faulted the EFCC’s current leadership, claiming it targets opposition figures while shielding ruling party members from scrutiny. CAIN questioned why high-profile politicians facing allegations of corruption, including…

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2027: Jonathan in spotlight, as PDP, Southern leaders split over zoning

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PDP Crisis

The Peoples Democratic Party, (PDP), is once again on the edge of a crisis, as zoning battles and renewed pressure on former President Goodluck Jonathan converge ahead of the 2027 presidential election. From Lagos to Abuja, southern PDP leaders are pushing to retain the party’s presidential ticket in the South, with chairmanship staying in the North. Governors Seyi Makinde (Oyo) and Douye Diri (Bayelsa), along with party heavyweights like Bode George and Adolphus Wabara, insist that the South must produce the flagbearer. However, the Lagos meeting that produced this resolution…

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FG, states, LGs share ₦2.001tr July revenue

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FAAC allocation

The three tiers of Nigerian government, federal, state, and local government councils, have shared the total of ₦2.001 trillion, being the July 2025 Federation Account Revenue. The revenue was shared at the August 2025 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) meeting held in Abuja. The ₦2.001 trillion total distributable revenue comprised distributable statutory revenue of ₦1,282.872 trillion, distributable Value Added Tax (VAT) revenue of N640.610 billion, Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) revenue of ₦37.601 billion, and Exchange Difference of ₦39.745 billion. According to a communiqué issued yesterday by the spokesperson for…

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‘How Atiku’s son-in- law fooled  us, escaped with second passport’ – EFCC  

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EFCC on Atiku's in law

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), has explained how businessman Abdullahi Bashir Haske, the founder of AA & R Investment Group and son-in-law to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar escaped Nigeria. Recall that the anti-graft agency declared Haske wanted over alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering. However, according to reports, Haske was earlier questioned and detained by authorities, with his passport seized to prevent him from fleeing. But he managed to escape using another passport. “The EFCC took one of his passport but he escaped with another passport”, a…

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“Surge in killings across Nigeria due to 2027 polls” – CDS Musa

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CDS Musa

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has linked the recent surge in killings across the country to political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a television programme on Thursday, Musa noted that the renewed wave of insecurity, particularly in the North-East and North-West, cannot be divorced from heightened political activities. “Last year we recorded the lowest number of deaths. How come this year, suddenly, everything has spiked?” he asked. “Politics is coming, the election is coming. You cannot rule out the fact that some…

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FG pledges to track down killers of worshippers in Katsina

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FG pledges

The Federal Government has pledged to bring to justice those responsible for the recent killing of worshippers in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, describing the attack as “callous and barbaric”. The assurance was given in a statement issued yesterday by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris. “Security forces are already on the trail of the criminals, and no stone will be left unturned until they are apprehended and held accountable for their actions. “The Government assures Nigerians that justice will be swift and decisive, and…

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