February 6, 2026
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Egbeda/Ona Ara: Compassion, Capacity, And Competence — The Case For Hon. Tosin Alabi’s Representation In 2027

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As the political landscape gradually shapes toward the 2027 general elections, the people of Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency are increasingly looking beyond promises and rhetoric, seeking a leader whose actions have already demonstrated commitment to service and compassion for humanity. Among the emerging voices gaining widespread acceptance across communities is Hon. Tosin Alabi, a philanthropist,…

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Nigeria Was Heading In Wrong Direction Before Tinubu’s Economic Reforms – Minister

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The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, says President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms are stabilising Nigeria’s economy, restoring confidence, and placing the country on the path of sustainable growth. Mr Idris said this during a virtual interview on ICAN On Air, a live programme of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN),…

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Sowore In Pains Over Trump Praising Remi Tinubu

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  Nigerian activist Omoyele Sowore has expressed deep pain and criticism following United States President Donald Trump’s public praise of Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, on February 5. Trump, addressing attendees including members of the US Congress, religious leaders, and international dignitaries, described the Nigerian First Lady…

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VIDEO: ‘Very Respected Woman’, Trump Praises Remi Tinubu At US Prayer Breakfast

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U.S. President Donald Trump has praised Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, describing her as a “very respected woman” during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C on Thursday. Trump made the remarks while addressing participants at the faith-based gathering, which was attended by political and civic leaders from across the world. His comments highlighted…

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Senate Didn’t Reject Electronic Transmission Of Election Results – Minority Caucus Clarifies 

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The senate minority caucus says lawmakers retained electronic transmission of election results during the passage of the Electoral Act (Amendment) bill. On Wednesday, the senate retained the provision for electronic transfer of election results as contained in the Electoral Act 2022. During the consideration of the Electoral Act (Amendment) bill, the red chamber also rejected…

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FULL LIST: All 20 Registered Political Parties In Nigeria

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The Independent National Electoral Commission has approved the registration of two new political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, announced the decision on Thursday in Abuja at the commission’s first regular consultative meeting with political parties for 2026. Amupitan said the commission has approved the Democratic Leadership Alliance…

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JUST-IN: INEC Recognises Wike-backed PDP Faction, Nenadi-led Labour Party

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has invited the faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Abdulraham Mohammed and Senator Samuel Anyanwu to a meeting of political parties geared towards the 2027 general election. The faction which is backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, represented the crisis-ridden…

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BREAKING: INEC Register Two New Parties

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the registration of two new political parties, bring the number of parties in the country to 21. National Chairman of INEC, Prof. Joaish Amupitan, who announced this at the first quarterly meeting with political party leaders listed the new parties as Democratic Leadership Alliance and National Democratic…

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