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The Supreme Court has fixed April 22, 2026, to hear two separate appeals filed by the Kabiru Turaki-led group of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The group is seeking to overturn the Court of Appeal’s decision invalidating the Ibadan National Convention held on November 15-16, 2025. ‎ ‎A five-member panel of the apex court, led by Justice Lawal Garba, granted the Turaki group’s application for accelerated hearing and departure from the rules to abridge the time for filing briefs of argument. ‎ ‎In the first appeal, filed by the Turaki-led group against the PDP group loyal to the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, the court ordered that hearing notices be served on Mohammed Abdulrahman, the seventh respondent, who was not represented when the matter came up on today. ‎ ‎At the day’s proceedings, counsel to the Turaki group, Chris Uche, informed the court of the pending applications, stressing the need for urgency to align with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) t...

The Oyo State Chief Judge, Justice Iyabo Yerima has granted clemency to 40 inmates of Agodi Correctional Centre as part of routine exercise to decongest the facility.  ‎ Justice Yerima had through a delegation led by Justice Ladiran Akintola conduct thorough investigation of the cases of over 300 inmates from the correctional facility. ‎Justice Akintola in his remarks said that in exercising the discretional power of the delegation, some of the released inmates were observed to have overstayed in the centre awaiting trial, while others were unable to meet their bail conditions.‎ ‎While encouraging the released inmates to see their freedom as an uncommon favour from God, Justice Akintola charged them to turn a new leaf and embrace legitimate venture that will make them useful to the society. ‎ ‎Eulogizing the Oyo State Chief Judge for the visitations to the custodial centre and the clemency granted to deserving inmates, the Chairman, Nigeria Bar Association, Ibadan branc...

.. . Appreciates other Aspirants In a defining moment that signals the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) unyielding commitment to internal democracy and strategic cohesion ahead of the 2027 general elections, Hon. Wale Ajala—the political colossus widely revered as IGBEGA ONA-ARA has formally accepted his emergence as the PDP Consensus Candidate for the Ona-Ara State Constituency, Oyo State House of Assembly. The resolution, which was reached through a thorough, consultative, and rancor-free process, was hailed by Hon. Ajala as a "masterclass in governance-driven politics" and a direct reflection of the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde. In a powerful and emotive statement released from his campaign office in Ibadan on Saturday, Hon. Ajala framed his candidacy not as a personal victory, but as a generational covenant with the people of Ona-Ara—a constituency known for its rich political history, agrarian might, and unquenchable thirs...

The Independent National Electoral Commission has postponed the planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise until after the 2027 General Election. The decision was reached on Friday during a meeting between the Commission and Resident Electoral Commissioners, where key electoral matters were reviewed. In a statement signed by INEC National Commissioner, Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, the Commission said, “Following deliberations, the Commission resolved to postpone the exercise until after the 2027 General Election.” INEC explained that the voter revalidation exercise remains a crucial part of its mandate to maintain an accurate and credible National Register of Voters. It is intended to verify existing voter records, correct personal data, remove duplicate or ineligible entries, and enhance the integrity of the voter database. The Commission added that the exercise would also allow registered voters to confirm and update their deta...

In a recent interview on Symfoni TV, Chris Nwaokobia Jr. spoke on his personal experiences in activism, civic engagement, and what he described as long years of political struggle and detention linked to his advocacy for democracy in Nigeria. During the interview, Nwaokobia stated, “I am 55 years old; I have spent over 9 years in custody in one form or another, and I am not tired.” He used the statement to reflect on his years of involvement in political activism and what he described as repeated encounters with state institutions due to his pro-democracy stance. He explained that his experiences over the years have strengthened his resolve rather than weakened it, insisting that his commitment to democratic advocacy remains unchanged despite personal sacrifices. According to him, standing for civic freedoms and accountability has come with significant challenges, but it is a cause he continues to pursue. Nwaokobia also reiterated his concerns about Nigeria’s political and ...

Bandits threaten attacks on Katsina communities, demanding 700 cows and 1,000 sheep from residents in Kankia LGA. Residents of several communities in Katsina State have fled their homes after armed bandits reportedly demanded 700 cows and 1,000 sheep as ransom to prevent attacks on their villages. The ultimatum was reportedly issued to communities in Kankia Local Government Area, where the armed groups sent letters warning residents to deliver the livestock within four days or face violent raids. Threat letters were delivered on April 6 to the villages Local sources said the threat letters were delivered on April 6 to villages including Rimaye and Sukunturi, sparking panic across the area. According to residents, the bandits warned that failure to meet the demand would result in coordinated attacks on the communities. The development has forced many villagers to abandon their homes and relocate to safer areas within Kankia town and neighbouring communities. Villagers have r...