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“2023–2025 Budgets not implemented; funds diverted for vote-buying” – Tambuwal alleges

April 14, 2026April 14, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Senator representing Sokoto-South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has alleged that Nigeria’s national budgets for the past three years – 2023, 2024 and 2025 – have not been implemented. Tambuwal claimed that funds appropriated for the budgets were diverted for vote-buying. He made the allegation in a viral video circulating on social media, where he was seen addressing supporters during the ADC Congress in Sokoto on Saturday. “I’m a senator, and honestly, all the budgets we passed in 2023, 2024 and 2025 have not been actualised. Where is the money? It…

Bege Katuka emerges ADC Chairman in Kaduna

April 13, 2026April 13, 2026 Aminu Imam

Hon. Bege Humble Katuka has emerged as the Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna State, following a party congress held in the state. Katuka, who hails from Southern Kaduna, was selected during the congress organised by the party to reposition its leadership structure and strengthen internal cohesion ahead of future political activities. He will be joined in the new leadership by Muktar Hazo, who emerged as Deputy Chairman. Party stakeholders at the Congress expressed optimism that the new leadership will enhance grassroots mobilization and improve the ADC’s…

Defections: “Tinubu might have all the Govs. but not masses” – Buba Galadima’s daughter

April 13, 2026April 13, 2026 Aminu Imam

Zainab Buba Galadima, a former Technical Assistant to Vice President Kashim Shettima, has raised concerns about the level of public support enjoyed by Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying there may be a gap between political backing and acceptance among ordinary Nigerians. Galadima, who shared her views during an appearance on Mic On Podcast, where she spoke about how political leaders relate with citizens, especially in northern Nigeria, stated that while the president may have the backing of many state governors, that does not mean he has won over the general population.…

Alleged Partisanship: ADC threatens civil disobedience to oust Amupitan as INEC boss

April 12, 2026April 12, 2026 Aminu Imam

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has asked Prof. Joash Amupitan to step down as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC). The opposition party which has repeatedly scored Amupitan low made the threat while reacting to fresh allegations against him. Recall that Amupitan has been in the spotlight over alleged old tweets showing his supposed bias towards the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In an issued statement, Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, Adebayo Oketola, had warned of the activities of impersonators and cybercriminals using…

PDP: Wike’s faction takes over National Secretariat in Abuja

April 12, 2026April 12, 2026 Aminu Imam

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to Nyesom Wike has taken over the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja. This follows the reopening of the premises by the Nigeria Police Force after months of closure due to internal disputes. The development was confirmed on Saturday by the National Working Committee (NWC) led by AbdulRahman Mohammed. In a statement issued through the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, the leadership warned against any act that could disrupt activities at the secretariat or threaten peace. The crisis within the PDP…

“It is your responsibility to protect lives and property” – Atiku blasts FG

April 12, 2026April 12, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the insurgency plaguing the nation. Speaking via a statement shared on 𝕏 yesterday, he lamented that violent attacks are a threat to Nigeria’s peace, unity and stability. Atiku denounced the “continued acts of terrorism”, saying such violence against innocent citizens “must never be allowed to define who we are as a people”. He extended condolences to victims and affected communities, while calling on authorities to intensify efforts to address the security crisis. “The foremost responsibility of any government is the protection of lives and…

INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the postponement of its nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 General Elections. The decision, contained in a statement signed by Mohammed Haruna, was taken yesterday, during a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs), where electoral preparations and related issues were reviewed. According to the statement, the Commission said: “Following deliberations, the Commission resolved to postpone the exercise until after the 2027 General Election”. It explained that the exercise is “a critical component of the Commission’s mandate to maintain a credible…

INEC affirms Mark authentic ADC Chairman, in court

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has formally aligned with David Mark’s claim to the national chairmanship of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a senior lawyer in the ongoing court battle has revealed. Counsel to the former Senate President, Realwan Okpanachi, disclosed this while briefing newsmen outside the Federal High Court, Abuja, after proceedings were adjourned for judgment. According to Okpanachi, INEC’s counter-affidavit, filed as the fifth defendant in the suit, supports Mark’s faction and confirms that the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on July 29, 2025 validly…

2027: “Aspirants over 55yrs disqualified from ADC” – Nafi’u Bala declares

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026 Aminu Imam

The factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafi’u Bala Gombe, has announced a significant shift in the party’s eligibility criteria for the upcoming general elections. In a move that is set to reshape the internal politics of the party, Gombe declared that any aspirant who has surpassed the age of 55 will no longer be permitted to run for office under the ADC banner. The factional chairman made this disclosure during a recent interview with a foreign Hausa radio broadcast service, where he laid out a vision…

2027: INEC announces 3.4m new voters registration

April 10, 2026April 10, 2026 Aminu Imam

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recorded over 3.4 million new voters in the ongoing second phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise nationwide. According to the Commission’s week 13 update released on Wednesday in Abuja, a total of 3,441,121 registrations have been completed as of 3 April, covering both online pre-registrations and physical walk-ins. INEC disclosed that 2,068,384 citizens completed their registration online, while 1,372,737 others registered physically at designated centres across the country. State-by-state data showed that Jigawa recorded the highest number of registrants with 201,047,…