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| DAILY TRUST | 10TH NOVEMBER 2025 | #AnambraDecides2025: 'Cash-drenched spectacle': ADC, LP candidates reject election results, allege massive irregularities | Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has been re-elected after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared him winner of the November 8, 2025 governorship election. Soludo, the APGA candidate, secured 422,664 votes, far ahead of the APC’s 99,445 and Labour Party’s 10,576 votes. However, the result has sparked controversy, as LP’s George Moghalu and ADC’s John Nwosu rejected the outcome, alleging widespread irregularities, including vote buying, voter inducement with foreign currency, minors voting, intimidation of agents, and over-voting in parts of the state. ADC further described the poll as “heavily monetised.” Despite the complaints, observers from local and international organisations assessed the election as generally peaceful and more efficient than the 2021 poll. Improvements were recorded in logistics, technology deployment, security, and voter turnout which doubled from 10% in 2021 to 21% in 2025. Yet, challenges such as late deployment of materials, low turnout, and pervasive vote buying remained major concerns. INEC insisted the election was credible, saying disruptions affected only 10,481 votes—within acceptable margins. Political analysts attribute Soludo’s landslide to APGA’s grassroots reach, zoning, and his performance in office. President Bola Tinubu and other national figures congratulated Soludo and INEC, praising the conduct of the election and urging continued improvements. Soludo will begin his second term on March 17, 2026. | ANAMBRA STATE 2025 GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 10TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Christian Genocide: Controversy trails INEC Chairman over 2020 Legal Brief alleging Christian Genocide in Nigeria | The Federal Government has remained silent on a resurfaced 2020 legal brief allegedly authored by the current INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, in which he described Boko Haram attacks and violence by “Fulani herdsmen” as part of an organised anti-Christian genocide that justified international intervention. The document, published in a report by ICON and PSJ, urged global bodies, including the UN, AU, and ECOWAS to consider actions ranging from legal proceedings against Nigeria at the International Court of Justice to potential military intervention. Neither the Minister of Information nor Amupitan has responded to inquiries about the brief. The Senate also denied awareness of the document during his confirmation. The resurfaced report has sparked controversy, with the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) calling for President Tinubu to review Amupitan’s appointment, accusing him of promoting divisive and historically distorted claims. The SCSN argues that the violence in northern Nigeria affects Muslims and Christians alike and rejects Amupitan’s characterisation of ethnic and religious attacks as an extension of the 19th-century jihad of Sheikh Uthman Dan Fodio. It says Amupitan’s past views threaten the neutrality required of an INEC chairman. However, several Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SANs) disagree, saying the chairman’s past academic views do not compromise his ability to run elections, stressing that his role has no link to national security matters. Others, however, say his past statements raise questions of integrity and that he should resign if the brief is indeed his. The controversy highlights gaps in Nigeria’s vetting processes for sensitive appointments. | GENOCIDE IN NIGERIA; LEGAL BRIEF; JOASH AMUPITAN; FEDERAL GOVERNMENT | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| THIS DAY | 10TH NOVEMBER 2025 | PDP: INEC affirms Damagum as PDP National Chairman, rejects Wike-backed faction | The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has affirmed Umar Iliya Damagum as the legitimate National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), effectively dismissing the claim by Abdulrahman Mohammed, an ally of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike who declared himself acting national chairman. INEC, in its official correspondence, acknowledged the Damagum-led National Working Committee (NWC) and deployed monitors to observe the PDP governorship primary in Ado-Ekiti on Saturday. The monitoring exercise signaled INEC’s recognition of Damagum’s leadership. This comes after a faction loyal to Mohammed issued a letter to INEC postponing the Ekiti primary, citing “logistics issues.” However, the primary proceeded under the Damagum-led faction, and INEC’s presence is seen as a tacit endorsement of Damagum as the constitutionally recognized PDP leader. The development deepens the internal power struggle within the PDP, especially between blocs aligned with Damagum and those loyal to Wike. | PDP CRISIS; INEC; UMAR DAMAGUM | THIS DAY | ||||
| THIS DAY | 10TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Ekiti2026: Wole Oluyede emerges winner in PDP Governorship Primary in Ekiti State | Dr. Wole Oluyede, has emerged winner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary election as the race toward the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election gathers momentum. Oluyede defeated his closest challenger, Hon. Funso Ayeni, while Theresa Funmi Ogun came a distant third in the primary held at the Vino Event Centre in Ado-Ekiti. The exercise began early in the day with the arrival of delegates from the 16 local government areas, officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and members of the PDP electoral panel led by former Gombe State Governor, Ibrahim Dankwambo. However, voting did not commence until 9:00 p.m. following protests by some party members over the alleged exclusion of delegates from Ido/Osi Local Government Area. The delay pushed the exercise into the early hours of the next day, with officials concluding the process around 3:00 a.m. At the end of the voting, Ayeni polled 239 votes, Ogun secured 27 votes, while Oluyede scored 279 votes to clinch the ticket. He was subsequently declared winner of the primary election. In his acceptance remarks, Oluyede thanked delegates for their support, describing the outcome as a victory for the entire party. He emphasised the need for unity as the PDP prepares for the general election, stressing the party’s determination to wrest power from the ruling party in the state. He noted that the primary demonstrated that internal democracy remains strong within the PDP, adding that there were no losers, only partners committed to a shared mission. | PDP; EKITI 2026 | THIS DAY | ||||
| THIS DAY | 10TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Crisis erupts in Owo as the Olowo of Owo orders suspended LG Chairman out of Kingdom over alleged disrespectful remarks | A crisis is unfolding in Owo, Ondo State, after the Olowo of Owo and Chairman of the Ondo State Council of Obas, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye, declared the suspended Chairman of Owo Local Government, Tope Omolayo, persona non grata and banned him from the town. The action followed a leaked video in which Omolayo allegedly made derogatory remarks against the monarch. Although Omolayo publicly apologised, describing his comments as thoughtless and disrespectful, the Olowo-in-Council insisted that his presence in office was no longer acceptable. Speaking through the Ogwadogbon of Owo, Chief Ademola Obanonyen, the council described the remarks as sacrilegious and an affront to the revered throne. All Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) within Owo Kingdom reportedly distanced themselves from Omolayo’s comments, while the council urged the Ondo State Government to intervene in the interest of peace and order. A legal practitioner, however, faulted the monarch’s action, arguing that under the 1999 Constitution, only the state government, through proper legal or legislative processes, has the authority to sanction or restrict the movement of an elected official. Omolayo declined to comment on the latest development. | ONDO STATE; OLOWO OF OWO; LG COUNCIL CHAIRMAN | THIS DAY | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 10TH NOVEMBER 2025 | PDP: High Court in Ibadan set to hear Suit challenging PDP convention today | An Oyo State High Court in Ibadan is set to hear a motion today in a suit filed by Folahan Malomo Adelabi against the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), its Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, and others over the party’s national convention scheduled for November 15–16, 2025. Justice Ladiran Akintola had earlier ruled on an ex parte motion, permitting the PDP to proceed with the convention but directing the party to strictly follow its guidelines and timetable. The court also ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to attend and observe the exercise. Adelabi is seeking an order restraining the PDP leadership from frustrating or disrupting the conduct of the convention. Those listed as defendants include Damagum, the Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, who chairs the Convention Organising Committee, and INEC. Meanwhile, civil society group Democracy Watch Initiative (DWI) has called on President Bola Tinubu to curb what it described as the “excesses” of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, accusing him of destabilising political parties and threatening Nigeria’s democratic order. The group also urged the international community to monitor political developments closely. In a related development, UK-based lawyer and 2027 PDP governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Niyi Aborisade, warned that the party’s internal crisis had worsened, noting the growing defection of governors and lawmakers to the APC as a troubling sign. Despite the turmoil, he expressed confidence that the PDP would eventually stabilise and regain its political strength. | PDP CONVENTION; HIGH COURT; OYO STATE | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| THIS DAY | 11TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Situation Room lauds INEC's result collation process, says the Anambra Election didn't provide challenges that tested its new Chairman | The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room has assessed last weekend’s Anambra State governorship election, concluding that the poll did not present the level of difficulty needed to meaningfully test newly appointed INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan. Despite this, the group commended INEC for a notably swift, orderly and transparent collation process that avoided the irregularities often linked with election result tabulation. Situation Room reported 35 incidents of violence across 1,000 polling units, including clashes, intimidation, assault, and ballot box snatching, as well as one fatality. It also observed cases of vote buying and voter apathy. Nonetheless, the election was largely peaceful, and incumbent Governor Chukwuma Soludo won decisively across all 21 LGAs. In its final report, jointly signed by the Convener and Co-Conveners, the group noted that BVAS performed well overall, though a few units experienced malfunctions that required replacements. The IReV portal was praised for achieving 97 percent uploads of polling-unit results within five hours of the close of polls. Some shortcomings were flagged, including late opening of polls due to logistical delays with transport contractors, as well as inconsistent availability of assistive materials for persons with disabilities. Security agencies were credited with conducting themselves professionally, with strong presence from senior officers of the police and civil defence corps. | SITUATION ROOM; INEC; AMUPITAN | THIS DAY | ||||
| VANGUARD | 11TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Ahead of 2027, Situation Room calls strict enforcement of laws to curb vote trading | The Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room has urged the strict enforcement of laws against vote buying and selling ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that the practice has become a persistent threat to Nigeria’s democracy. In its final statement on the Anambra governorship election, the coalition of over 70 civil society groups called on the National Assembly to fast-track electoral reforms that would strengthen political participation, improve election management and ensure effective prosecution of electoral offenders. While acknowledging that the Anambra election was largely peaceful, the group said it was still marked by voter apathy and lingering public distrust in institutions, with many citizens continuing their daily activities instead of voting. It noted improvements from the 2021 election, especially in security and the political climate, and commended INEC for managing its processes well, despite late opening of polls due to transport delays. The BVAS devices performed well and the results collation was described as quick, transparent and free of the irregularities that have plagued past elections. Situation Room, however, expressed deep concern that Nigerian elections continue to be shaped by political elite behaviour that undermines democratic values, driven by a Machiavellian logic where the end justifies the means. It warned that widespread vote buying in Anambra reflected the socioeconomic hardship facing citizens and the failure of political leaders to deliver the dividends of democracy. The group urged INEC, security agencies, political actors and CSOs to apply lessons from Anambra to upcoming elections in the FCT, Ekiti and Osun, and to address key issues such as the credibility of the voter register, welfare of security personnel and growing voter apathy as the country moves toward the 2027 polls. | SITUATION ROOM; ANAMBRA 2025 ELECTION; INEC | VANGUARD | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 11TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Kano Federal lawmaker expelled by NNPP for alleged anti-party activities returns to APC | Abdulmumin Jibrin, the House of Representatives member for Kiru/Bebeji in Kano State, has returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC) two months after he was expelled from the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP). The Kano NNPP chapter had removed him in September for alleged anti-party activities and failure to meet financial obligations, accusations Jibrin previously denied. He argued that he had personally financed and promoted the Kwankwasiyya movement, which helped secure his 2023 election victory under the NNPP. Jibrin’s defection back to the APC follows two reported meetings with President Bola Tinubu. He formally announced his return during a gathering in his hometown, Kofa, where he declared full support for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid. He said thousands of constituents endorsed the move, and over 2,000 Islamic clerics offered prayers for the president and for peace and development in Kano and Nigeria. Jibrin originally left the APC in 2022 after a prolonged dispute with the party leadership in Kano, joining the NNPP and winning reelection in 2023. He has maintained in past media interviews that he is free to choose any political party, insisting he has never insulted former allies including Rabiu Kwankwaso and Abdullahi Ganduje despite political disagreements. He also said that political realignments remain possible at any time, depending on his judgment of what best serves his interests and those of his supporters. | NNPP; APC; ABDULMUMIN JIBRIN | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 11TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Court once again adjourns suit on PDP convention | The Federal High Court in Abuja has once again stopped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from going ahead with its national convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan. The convention was meant to elect new national officers. The latest order came after former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, filed an ex parte application through his counsel, Jephthah Njikonye, SAN, seeking to halt the event pending the hearing of his substantive suit. Justice Peter Lifu ruled that Lamido’s application had merit and restrained both the PDP and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from convening, monitoring, or recognising the planned convention. He held that Lamido, as a bona fide party member with interest in the position of national chairman, would suffer greater hardship if the temporary order was not granted. The judge also aligned with an earlier ruling by Justice James Omotosho delivered on October 31, which similarly halted the convention. Meanwhile, the legal tussle surrounding the convention has intensified in Oyo State. Justice Ladiran Akintola of the Oyo State High Court again adjourned a related suit filed by Folahan Malomo Adelabi against the PDP and its acting national chairman. The judge stressed the need for all parties to file and exchange necessary documents before substantive hearing could begin. This comes days after he granted an ex parte order permitting the PDP to proceed with convention preparations. The conflicting court actions have triggered political ripples within the party. PDP leaders in Ekiti raised alarm over alleged attempts to overturn the governorship primary won by Dr. Wole Oluyede, while PDP stakeholders in Oyo petitioned the National Judicial Council, accusing Justice Akintola of judicial misconduct and urging urgent disciplinary action. The PDP convention case continues tomorrow, with political tensions and legal uncertainty mounting ahead of the scheduled dates. | PDP CONVENTION | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| ARISE NEWS | 11TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Kwara2027: Disillusioned Kwara State youths defect from APC to the PDP ahead of the 2027 general elections | Ahead of the 2027 elections, hundreds of youths in Ilorin, Kwara State, defected from the ruling APC to the PDP, citing disillusionment with Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq’s administration and hardships following the Otoge movements of 2019 and 2023. Led by Mallam Musa Kabir, the group was warmly received by PDP officials, who promised inclusiveness, grassroots participation, and support. Party leaders and veteran politicians urged the defectors to work within the Saraki political structure to strengthen the PDP and push for accountable governance in 2027. | KWARA STATE 2027 GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION | ARISE NEWS | ||||
| THIS DAY | 11TH NOVEMBER 2025 | UK-Nigeria consultations ongoing as Nigeria seeks transfer of Ike Ekweremadu to complete sentence in Nigeria | The Nigerian government is in discussions with the United Kingdom to secure the transfer of former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu so he can serve the remainder of his prison sentence in Nigeria. Ekweremadu was convicted in the UK in May 2023 for organ trafficking after attempting to bring a 21-year-old Lagos street vendor to the UK for a kidney transplant for his daughter, and was sentenced to nine years and eight months under the Modern Slavery Act. His wife, Beatrice, served a four-and-a-half-year sentence and was released earlier this year, while medical middleman Dr. Obinna Obeta received ten years. A high-level Nigerian delegation, including Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar and Attorney General Lateef Adegbite, met UK Ministry of Justice officials and later held discussions at the Nigerian High Commission in London regarding a possible prisoner transfer. Nigerian authorities emphasized ongoing consultations with UK counterparts to facilitate the arrangement. | PRESIDENT TINUBU; IKE EKWEREMADU | THIS DAY | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 | PDP suspends Anambra Governorship Candidate Jude Ezenwafor for alleged sabotage and anti-party activities | The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Anambra State has suspended its governorship candidate in the November 8 election, Jude Ezenwafor, for one month over alleged anti-party activities and misconduct. The suspension, announced after a State Executive Committee meeting in Awka, followed accusations that Ezenwafor failed to campaign, colluded with rival parties, especially the APC to undermine the PDP, extorted members, and fabricated an assassination attempt. The party also cited his poor electoral performance, polling only one vote in his ward. The PDP has referred his case to its disciplinary committee and will notify the National Working Committee. Ezenwafor had earlier congratulated Governor Charles Soludo of APGA after the poll and was seen visiting him at the Government House, further fueling suspicion within the PDP. | ANAMBRA STATE 2025 GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION; PDP; JUDE EZENWAFOR | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Tension brews as Reps adjourn Plenary over unpaid allowances and poor budget funding | The House of Representatives abruptly adjourned plenary on Tuesday amid rising tension among lawmakers over unpaid allowances, poor budget implementation, and unmet promises by the executive. Speaker Abbas Tajudeen called for a sudden adjournment after an hour-long closed-door session, leaving over 30 bills and several reports unattended. Sources revealed that many lawmakers are frustrated by poor funding of constituency projects and unfulfilled commitments tied to the passage of key bills. The discontent, particularly among first-term members, has raised fears of political backlash ahead of 2027. The adjournment follows weeks of disruptions, including protests by unpaid contractors and repeated reversals of earlier adjournments. Despite assurances from the executive, lawmakers remain dissatisfied as funds for 2024/2025 budget projects remain largely unreleased. | HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; NATIONAL ASSEMBLY | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| THIS DAY | 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Soludo hails President Tinubu and INEC for credible election in Anambra as he receives Certificate of Return | Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and its chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, for conducting what he described as a credible and historic governorship election in the state. Speaking after receiving his certificate of return in Awka, Soludo praised INEC for restoring public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system and lauded security agencies for ensuring that the people’s will prevailed. Soludo, who won with 73% of the votes and secured victories in 98% of wards and 99% of polling units, also thanked President Bola Tinubu for upholding democratic principles and allowing a fair contest. He urged other candidates to accept the outcome in the spirit of brotherhood, emphasizing that democracy thrives when votes count. | ANAMBRA STATE 2025 GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION; APGA; GOVERNOR CHUKWUMA SOLUDO | THIS DAY | ||||
| THIS DAY | 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Governor Adeleke dismisses APC’s ₦1trn allegation as fake news, cites debt reduction | The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has accused Governor Ademola Adeleke of mismanaging nearly ₦1 trillion allegedly received by his administration since 2022, claiming little has been achieved in infrastructure, education, or welfare. In a statement by its chairman, Tajudeen Lawal, the APC described Adeleke’s government as a “fascist regime” benefiting a select few. Responding, the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, dismissed the allegations as “fake news and mischievous propaganda,” insisting that Osun’s total revenue was far less than ₦1 trillion. He said Adeleke had prudently managed resources, completed 322km of roads, renovated health and school facilities, and cleared inherited debts, without borrowing or increasing the state’s debt profile. | APC; PDP; ONDO OSUN STATE; GOVERNOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Court stops PDP convention as Lamido challenges exclusion from Chairmanship race | Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, says he felt “deeply saddened” having to sue the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over his exclusion from its forthcoming national convention. Lamido’s remarks followed a Federal High Court ruling in Abuja that restrained the PDP and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from holding or monitoring the planned convention slated for 15–16 November in Ibadan. Justice Peter Lifu ruled in Lamido’s favour, holding that the PDP violated due process by refusing to sell him the nomination form for national chairman. Lamido, a founding member of the PDP, said he resorted to legal action only after being denied the chance to contest, describing the episode as painful but necessary to defend party democracy. The court adjourned the substantive case to 13 November for judgment. | SULE LAMIDO; PDP CONVENTION | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 | PDP records clean sweep in Taraba State Local Government Council Election | The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won all chairmanship and councillorship seats in the Taraba State local government elections held on Saturday. The Taraba State Independent Electoral Commission (TSIEC) chairman, Dr Philip Duwe, declared PDP candidates winners across the state’s 16 local government areas, noting that the polls were peaceful and transparent. The elections were largely uncontested after seven parties withdrew, citing objections to the commission’s guidelines. The All Progressives Congress (APC) also pulled out of the race after dropping its court case, reportedly over ongoing political realignments involving Governor Agbu Kefas. All winners have received their certificates of return. | TARABA STATE LG COUNCIL POLLS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| VANGUARD | 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Nigeria, US engage in diplomatic talks to aase tensions amid security concerns over alleged Christian genocide | The Federal Government says ongoing diplomatic talks with the United States are improving mutual understanding amid tensions over alleged religious persecution in Nigeria. Information Minister Mohammed Idris confirmed “open channels of communication” with Washington, noting progress in correcting “misleading narratives” pushed by U.S.-based lobby groups. This comes as U.S. Congressman Bill Huizenga criticised Nigeria’s handling of attacks on Christians and called for targeted sanctions instead of military action. Meanwhile, Vatican envoy Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu said Nigeria’s insecurity is self-inflicted, caused by ethnic and religious divisions, while Northern CAN urged dialogue and calm responses to foreign criticism. Afenifere cautioned against U.S. military intervention, advocating intelligence cooperation instead. At home, President Bola Tinubu met with the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, who promised improved security nationwide following renewed counterterrorism operations. Senator Orji Uzor Kalu backed Trump’s claims that Nigerians both Christians and Muslims are being killed, urging stronger domestic action against jihadists. | CHRISTIUAN GENOCIDE | VANGUARD | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 13TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Senate Leader dismisses rumour of alleged plot to impeach Akpabio, warns against distractions in the Senate | Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has dismissed reports of an alleged plot to impeach Senate President Godswill Akpabio, describing them as baseless and intended to sow discord within the upper chamber. His clarification followed comments by former Chief Whip Orji Uzor Kalu, who had claimed there were previous but unsuccessful attempts by some senators to remove Akpabio. Addressing the matter during plenary, Bamidele insisted that no such discussions or plans ever took place, stressing that the Senate remains united, stable, and focused on addressing national challenges. He accused those spreading the reports of trying to distract lawmakers from their constitutional duties. Kalu had earlier stated that while there were talks about Akpabio’s removal, senior members intervened to preserve unity and protect the Senate’s integrity. | SENATE; IMPEACHMENT; SENATOR OPEYEMI BAMIDELE; SENATOR GODSWILL AKPABIO | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 13TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Benue State REC, Sam Egwu raises alarm over fragile democracy, faults over-centralisation of power at the Federal level | Benue State Resident Electoral Commissioner, Professor Sam Egwu, has cautioned that Nigeria could slip into “electoral authoritarianism” if urgent steps are not taken to safeguard the integrity of its elections. Speaking at a democracy conference organised by PAACA, Egwu noted that despite holding seven consecutive general elections and peaceful transitions, Nigeria’s democracy remains fragile and overly ritualistic. He argued that the country must move beyond merely conducting elections every four years to ensuring governance delivers real benefits to citizens. Egwu criticised the over-centralisation of power at the federal level, warning that Nigeria’s supposed federal system functions like a unitary one, even in electoral matters. He also faulted the lack of public engagement in major policy decisions. Similarly, former presidential candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim said Nigerians were losing confidence in democracy due to worsening economic hardship and elections that many believe lack credibility, stressing that people cannot defend a system that fails to improve their lives. | SAM EGWU; FRAGILE DEMOCRACY; OVER-CENTRALISATION OF POWER | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 13TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Kogi and Benue State Houses of Assembly suspend LG Chair, lawmakers over alleged misconduct and abuse of office | The Kogi and Benue State Houses of Assembly have suspended several officials and lawmakers over allegations of misconduct and abuse of office. In Kogi, the Assembly suspended Ibaji Local Government Chairman, Emmanuel Onuche, for alleged gross misconduct and actions said to have tarnished the state’s image. Speaker Aliyu Umar Yusuf directed Onuche to hand over to his deputy and established a five-member committee to investigate the allegations within a month. The plenary also saw three opposition lawmakers defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), giving the party complete control of all 25 seats in the chamber. In Benue, two lawmakers, former Majority Leader Saater Tiseer and former Minority Leader Michael Audu were suspended for misconduct following an ad hoc committee report. Tiseer received a six-month suspension, while Audu was suspended for three months. The Assembly also removed Dorcas Mbatiav from the House Service Commission for alleged misuse of office. The Benue legislature has been embroiled in political instability for months, with multiple suspensions and leadership tussles tied to a power struggle between Governor Hyacinth Alia and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, which has deepened divisions within the state’s ruling APC. | BENUE STATE; KOGI STATE; SUSPENSION; MISCONDUCT; ABUSE OF OFFICE | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| VANGUARD | 13TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Court extends Interim order restraining interference with the PDP national convention amid legal tussle | An Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has extended its interim order restraining interference with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention scheduled for November 15–16 in Ibadan. Justice Ladiran Akintola ruled that the injunction earlier granted on an ex-parte motion by the claimant will remain in effect until Friday, when the substantive case resumes. The judge also declined to hear an application for joinder, ruling it invalid due to an unsigned affidavit, though he allowed it to be refiled properly. Counsel to the claimant, Musibau Adetunmbi (SAN), confirmed that the interim order remains valid and enforceable. The original suit seeks to prevent PDP officials including Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum and Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri from obstructing the convention. Meanwhile, the PDP reaffirmed that its national convention will proceed as planned, dismissing reports of postponement as “false and misleading.” In a statement by its spokesperson, Debo Ologunagba, the party accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of sponsoring disinformation to derail the event, describing the move as a failed attempt to destabilise the opposition and undermine democracy. | PDP NATIONAL CONVENTION | VANGUARD | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 13TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Court upholds Haruna Audi’s APC candidacy for the 2026 FCT Polls | The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking to stop Haruna Audi from presenting himself as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the 2026 Bwari Area Council chairmanship election. Justice Emeka Nwite ruled that the case, filed by Joshua Ishaku, was statute-barred, having been brought outside the 14-day period allowed for pre-election matters under Section 285(9) of the 1999 Constitution. The judge held that the cause of action arose on June 30, when the APC forwarded Audi’s name to INEC, not on July 24, when Ishaku claimed he became aware of it. Nwite said the time limit starts from when the action occurred, not when the plaintiff learned of it. He also upheld Audi’s preliminary objection, noting that the APC’s National Working Committee validly approved Audi as the winner of the primary, with 38 votes, and forwarded his name accordingly. The court further ruled that Ishaku’s claim of being denied fair hearing lacked merit, as he ignored the invitation from the party’s appeal committee. Ishaku had sought to nullify Audi’s nomination and compel APC to submit his own name to INEC as the rightful candidate, but the court dismissed all his prayers for lacking merit and being filed out of time. | FEDERAL HIGH COURT; FCT POLLS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 13TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Governor Adeleke presents ₦705.8bn ‘Budget of economic transformation’ to Osun State House of Assembly for 2026 | Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has presented a ₦705.79 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill to the State House of Assembly, describing it as a “Budget of Economic Transformation.” The budget allocates ₦317.41 billion (45%) for recurrent expenditure and ₦388.37 billion (55%) for capital projects. Adeleke said the proposal reflects his administration’s resolve to build a resilient and diversified economy through infrastructure and human capital development. He noted that over 75% of ongoing road projects under the 2025 budget have been completed, pledging that no project will be left unfinished. Speaker of the House, Adewale Egbedun, commended the governor’s fiscal prudence despite challenges such as the withholding of local government allocations by the Federal Government since March 2025. He assured that lawmakers would thoroughly scrutinize the budget to ensure it meets citizens’ aspirations. Meanwhile, royal families in Osogbo have urged the state government to restore the Ataoja of Osogbo to the fourth position in the Osun Council of Obas, claiming the Oluwo of Iwo was wrongly elevated to that spot. They argued that historical and traditional precedence supports the Ataoja’s ranking and demanded immediate correction of the anomaly. | GOVERNOR ADEMOLA ADELEKE; OSUN STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 14TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Delegates arrive Ibadan for PDP convention amid deepening internal divisions | Delegates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have begun arriving in Ibadan for the party’s national convention scheduled for the weekend, despite deepening internal divisions and conflicting court rulings. The Umar Damagum-led National Working Committee insists the convention will proceed, with organisers reporting full preparedness at the Lekan Salami Stadium. Several governors, NWC members and House of Representatives caucus leaders have also reaffirmed their support, dismissing claims of a postponement and rejecting calls for a caretaker committee. However, a powerful faction aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, former Senate President Bukola Saraki, and several other influential leaders maintains that the convention is illegal and should be suspended. They cite contradictory court orders—two from the Federal High Court in Abuja halting the event and one from the Oyo State High Court permitting it, as grounds for waiting until legal disputes are resolved. Saraki and Lamido argue strongly for a caretaker committee to stabilise the party and avert further crisis. The situation is complicated by the Federal High Court’s delayed judgment in Lamido’s suit seeking to halt the exercise, and by factional claims over which court order is binding. While the BoT led by Senator Adolphus Wabara insists the convention must hold unless explicitly stopped by a superior order, the Wike bloc calls the Ibadan gathering a “jamboree” with no legal backing and urges members to boycott it. With the tenure of the current NWC expiring on December 10 and INEC requiring 21 days’ notice for a valid convention, party leaders now face mounting pressure to either proceed this weekend or pursue an alternative that prevents further fragmentation. | PDP NATIONAL CONVENTION | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| THIS DAY | 14TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Senate moves to delay enforcement of new Capital Gains Tax as ₦2trn wipeout rocks stock market | The Senate Committee on Capital Market and Institutions has urged the federal government to postpone enforcing the new Capital Gains Tax (CGT) under the Nigerian Tax Act 2025, scheduled to begin January 1, 2026 after the proposed increase from 10% to 30% on large share disposals triggered panic selling and wiped out over ₦2 trillion in market value in one week. Committee chairman Senator Osita Izunaso warned that the tax could damage investor confidence and said the Senate plans to meet President Tinubu on the issue. At the MoneyLine with Nancy Investment Forum, speakers highlighted both risks and opportunities in Nigeria’s evolving financial landscape. Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno said states are working to take ownership of local power sectors to boost productivity and industrialisation. The event convener, Nancy Nnaji, warned Nigerians against Ponzi schemes, while CBN officials reported that the country has achieved 95% financial inclusion and is now focusing on economic inclusion for women, youths, and MSMEs. Tax reform chair Taiwo Oyedele clarified that small businesses remain exempt from corporate tax, and share disposals under ₦150 million are not subject to CGT. Meanwhile, the Senate Public Accounts Committee has launched a sweeping probe into stamp duty revenues generated between 2016 and 2024. The investigation targeting banks, the CBN, FIRS, and state governments, aims to trace collections, remittances, and utilisation of funds amid longstanding concerns over transparency. Institutions have until November 25, 2025 to submit records. The committee said the exercise is intended to block leakages and ensure every kobo of public revenue is properly accounted for. | CAPITAL GAINS TAX | THIS DAY | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 14TH NOVEMBER 2025 | ‘The Time is Now’: APC mounts pressure on Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang to defect for better alignment with Federal might | The North Central APC Forum has renewed its call for Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). At its quarterly meeting in Jos, the Forum’s chairman, Saleh Zazzaga, said the group was the first to urge the governor to switch parties, claiming their earlier political predictions made before and after the 2023 elections, are now being vindicated. Zazzaga argued that Governor Mutfwang’s performance and governance style show he is a “progressive” leader whose impact would be greater within the APC, where he could align more closely with President Bola Tinubu, North Central APC governors, and Plateau’s largely APC-dominated legislature. He added that such alignment would enhance development efforts and improve coordination on security challenges. Despite resistance from some APC members who oppose Mutfwang’s entry, Zazzaga insisted they “do not understand political strategy” and reiterated that conditions are “now set” for the governor to join the ruling party. | PLATEAU STATE; GOVERNOR CALEBA MUTFWANG | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 14TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Senate orders full disclosure of 8-year revenue trail on Stamp Duty proceeds | The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has given the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and all commercial banks a 12-day deadline to submit detailed records of stamp duty revenues generated between 2016 and 2024. Committee chairman Senator Aliyu Wadada said the probe aims to establish how much was collected, remitted, and utilised, noting widespread opacity and disputes over stamp duty proceeds for nearly a decade. He disclosed that preliminary findings already suggest “humongous” sums were generated but said the committee would withhold its figures until all institutions submit their documentation by 25 November. Stamp duty revenue has long been controversial, with federal agencies, banks, and state governments contesting who collects what and where the money goes. | SENATE COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC ACCOUNTS; STAMP DUTY | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 17TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas set to defect to APC on Wednesday, 19th November 2025 | Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has confirmed he will officially dump the Peoples Democratic Party for the All Progressives Congress on November 19. He announced the decision during an inspection of renovation works at the Jolly Nyame Stadium in Jalingo, saying the move was driven by his desire to advance the long-term interests and future of Taraba State. Kefas said no conditions were attached to his defection and noted that preparations were ongoing to receive guests for the event. Members of the Taraba State Executive Council have openly endorsed the decision, with Commissioner for Science and Technology Muslim Aruwa stating that the governor’s appointees and allies would follow him to the APC as part of an effort to align with the federal government and accelerate development in the state. | TARABA STATE; GOVERNOR AGBU KEFAS; DEFECTION; APC | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 17TH NOVEMBER 2025 | APC declares total dominance in Plateau State ahead of 2027, predicts clean sweep | The APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that the ruling party is fully prepared to unseat the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2027 Plateau State governorship election. Speaking in Jos during a reception for defectors from the PDP, LP, PRP, NNPP, and ADC, he said the APC’s expanding support base has given it the momentum to win not just the governorship poll but also the presidential, National Assembly, and State Assembly elections in the state. Prof. Nentawe described the APC as the dominant political force in Plateau, asserting that anyone not in the party is “not in any political party.” He maintained that the APC has “enough firepower and engine” to sweep all three senatorial zones in 2027. He also encouraged members of other parties to join the APC “before it is too late.” The reception event drew prominent figures including Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, governors of Nasarawa and Benue States, and other senior party leaders. A number of former senators, governorship aspirants, and serving House of Representatives members who defected from various opposition parties were formally welcomed into the APC, with Prof. Nentawe assuring them of equal status within the party. | APC; PDP; PLATEAU STATE | APC | ||||
| VANGUARD | 17TH NOVEMBER 2025 | APC takes complete control of Taraba State House of Assembly as Speaker and 15 other lawmakers dump PDP | The Speaker of the Taraba State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Kizito Bonzena, has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party and defected to the All Progressives Congress, citing deepening factional crises within the PDP at the national level. He confirmed that 15 other PDP lawmakers have also submitted letters announcing their defection to the APC, leading to a complete sweep of all 24 seats in the Taraba Assembly by the ruling party. Bonzena said the decision was made in the collective interest of the state and urged citizens not to misinterpret the mass defection. Former Speaker Peter Diah welcomed the lawmakers into the APC, saying their move aligns Taraba more closely with the federal government and represents a new beginning for the state. With the defections, the Taraba State House of Assembly now has no minority members. | APC; PDP; DEFECTION | VANGUARD | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 17TH NOVEMBER 2025 | 'A charade and political funeral’: APC mocks PDP as court drama and mass expulsions widens existing crisis | The Peoples Democratic Party has sunk deeper into turmoil after holding a controversial national convention in Ibadan that produced a new national Chairman and a new National Working Committee in defiance of multiple, conflicting court orders. The convention, which expelled 11 senior members including FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and former national secretary Samuel Anyanwu, sparked immediate backlash and further legal challenges. Lawyers have warned that the contradictory orders from courts of equal jurisdiction not only undermine judicial integrity but could also render the convention and its outcomes invalid. They stressed that disobeying any subsisting court order whether properly served or not carries serious consequences. The crisis has exposed deep fractures within the PDP, with key stakeholders divided over the legality of the convention and the expulsion of powerful figures. Some party leaders praised Governor Seyi Makinde for “saving” the party, while others including Governor Ahmadu Fintiri publicly dissociated themselves from the expulsions and called for reconciliation. The absence of INEC officials, who reportedly left due to the conflicting court orders, added to concerns about the legitimacy of the exercise. The convention also triggered fierce political reactions. The APC in Oyo and Lagos dismissed it as a “charade” and a “political funeral,” arguing that the PDP has become irrelevant and unable to manage its internal affairs. Meanwhile, expelled South-South Zonal Secretary George Turnah rejected his expulsion as fake, insisting no legitimate national convention has taken place since 2022 and reaffirming his loyalty to Wike. Amid the widening crisis, founding PDP member Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim warned that Nigeria’s democracy is endangered if the party remains fractured, urging urgent reconciliation to avert complete collapse. | PDP; NATIONAL CONVENTION; IBADAN | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| PUNCH | 17TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Bangladesh Court sentences ex Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death for crimes against humanity | A Bangladesh court has sentenced former prime minister Sheikh Hasina to death after finding her guilty of crimes against humanity linked to the deadly crackdown on the 2024 student uprising that forced her from power. The 78-year-old, who refused to return from India to stand trial and dismissed the proceedings as a “jurisprudential joke,” was convicted on three counts, including ordering killings and failing to prevent atrocities. The trial, broadcast live nationwide, also saw former interior minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal sentenced to death in absentia, while former police chief Abdullah Al-Mamun received five years in prison after pleading guilty. The verdict marks a dramatic escalation in Bangladesh’s political crisis, as the country remains volatile ahead of the 2026 elections, with security forces on high alert and recent bomb attacks across Dhaka. Hasina, who maintains her innocence, has accused the interim government of deepening the crisis by banning her Awami League party and pursuing politically motivated prosecutions. | BANGLADESH; EX PRIME MINISTER; CRIMES AGAINST HUMANITY | PUNCH | ||||
| THE NATION | 18TH NOVEMBER 2025 | National Assembly moves to raise women's quota in the Police Force to 15% with new amendment to the Police Act | Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has reaffirmed the National Assembly’s commitment to removing barriers that limit women from serving in the Nigeria Police Force. Speaking at a public hearing on a bill to amend the Police Act, he said the proposed legislation driven by the House and the Ministry of Police Affairs, would raise the female recruitment quota to 15 percent and require the police to adopt a gender-responsive compliance programme across recruitment, training, posting, promotion, discipline and career progression. The bill also creates a monitoring unit to track compliance and ensure measurable progress on gender inclusion. Tajudeen said increasing women’s participation would not only promote fairness but improve professionalism, public trust and effective handling of gender-based violence. He stressed that stronger female representation aligns with constitutional principles and Nigeria’s commitments under CEDAW and the SDGs. Chairman of the House Committee on Police Affairs, Abubakar Makki Yalleman, said the amendment would create an enabling environment for women in the police, address crimes that disproportionately affect women and inspire young girls to pursue policing careers. The Ministry of Police Affairs expressed full support for the bill, noting that it would help eliminate gender-based restrictions, integrate gender-sensitive policies and strengthen mechanisms for accountability within the force. | POLICE ACT | THE NATION | ||||
| CHANNELS TV | 18TH NOVEMBER 2025 | 'Jamboree convention': Anyanwu describes convention held in Ibadan, as PDP Secretariat becomes battleground in leadership feud | Heavy security operatives have taken over the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abuja as two rival factions prepare to hold parallel meetings at the same venue. The Samuel Anyanwu–led National Working Committee arrived early at the Wadata Plaza office, with Anyanwu insisting he remains the party’s legitimate national secretary until his tenure ends in December. He confirmed that he invited the security personnel to maintain order and prevent what he called “intruders,” a veiled reference to the Kabiru Turaki–led faction backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, which has also scheduled a meeting at the headquarters. The crisis deepened last week when the Makinde-led faction expelled 11 top party members, including Nyesom Wike, Ayodele Fayose and Anyanwu, during a convention held in Ibadan. The faction elected Kabiru Turaki as national chairman, a move Anyanwu has dismissed as illegal, describing the convention as a “jamboree” and arguing that many states had not conducted congresses or complied with INEC procedures. With both groups claiming legitimacy and attempting to operate from the same secretariat, the PDP’s leadership crisis has escalated into a full-blown confrontation. | PDP LEADERSHIP FEUD | CHANNELS TV | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 18TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Former Attorney General of the Federation Abubakar Malami declares for Kebbi Governorship under ADC ahead of 2027 | Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has formally announced that he will contest the 2027 governorship election in Kebbi State under the African Democratic Congress. His declaration comes despite INEC’s restrictions on early campaign activities and rising political tension in the state. Supporters of Malami and those of Governor Nasir Idris of the APC have clashed repeatedly, including a violent attack on Malami’s convoy in September. Speaking during an interview, Malami said he was compelled by the people of Kebbi to run and remained confident of victory, insisting he enjoys widespread grassroots support. He criticised the APC for worsening hardship in Nigeria, alleging that poor policies have crippled local industries and failed to curb insecurity in the north. Malami said his mission is to rescue Kebbi from insecurity, revitalise agriculture, and defend the interests of the people. | FORMER AGF; KEBBI STATE GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| DAILY POST THE GUARDIAN | 18TH NOVEMBER 2025 | ADC disowns David Mark faction, declares new headquarters’ illegal | The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has opened its new national headquarters in Wuse 2, Abuja, marking what the party describes as a significant step in strengthening its organisational structure ahead of the 2027 elections. The National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, announced the unveiling as a public event intended to showcase a new chapter for the party. The development follows the recent adoption of the ADC by an opposition coalition, which appointed former Senate President David Mark as national chairman and former Interior Minister Rauf Aregbesola as national secretary, signalling a broader effort to reposition the party for national relevance. However, a different faction of the African Democratic Congress has warned the public, party members, and the international community to disregard a purported “new national headquarters” unveiled by a faction led by former Senate President David Mark. In a strongly worded statement, ADC National Chairman Nafiu Bala Gombe said the group has no constitutional or legal authority to speak for the party, describing it as an aggrieved splinter faction attempting to hijack the party’s leadership after failing to manipulate internal democratic processes. Gombe stressed that the building showcased by the faction is not the party’s official headquarters but a private facility with no affiliation to the legitimate ADC structure. He called the move a desperate, anti-democratic act designed to mislead the public and destabilise the party. The ADC urged INEC, security agencies, and the media to recognise only directives from the authentic national secretariat, adding that legal steps are being taken to address the attempted usurpation. | ADC; NEW HEADQUARTERS | DAILY POST THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 18TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Cameroon opposition leader, Issa Tchiroma Bakary declares himself President-elect following the disputed October Presidential Election | Cameroon’s opposition leader, Issa Tchiroma Bakary, has declared himself President-elect following the disputed October presidential election and has appointed renowned human rights lawyer Maître Alice Nkom as his official spokesperson. In a decree shared on his verified social media account, Tchiroma said Nkom will represent him in diplomatic, institutional and media engagements, coordinating all communications for what he calls the “Presidency-Elect.” He justified his self-proclamation by alleging “institutional hostage-taking” that prevents the true will of Cameroonians from being reflected. Nkom accepted the role publicly, describing it as a duty to defend the people’s sovereign choice. The move comes amid heightened political tensions after President Paul Biya was sworn in for another term. | CAMEROON | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| THIS DAY | 19TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Senate leadership forced to withdraw controversial amendment on Senate Standing Orders | The Senate leadership on Tuesday faced a major setback in its attempt to amend the chamber’s Standing Orders to tighten rules governing who can contest for Senate President and Deputy Senate President. The proposed amendment, introduced by Senator Lola Ashiru, sought to overhaul the traditional ranking system by placing former Senate Presidents, former Deputy Senate Presidents and former principal officers above ranking senators in eligibility. This sparked immediate resistance, especially from senior lawmakers like Senator Danjuma Goje, who criticised the move as unfair and contrary to legislative norms. The strong pushback forced the Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, to step down the proposal, with leadership withdrawing it for further consultations. | SENATE; STANDING ORDERS | THIS DAY | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 19TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Violence erupts at PDP Secretariat as rival factions clash in Abuja | A violent clash erupted at the PDP national secretariat in Abuja as rival factions fought for control of the party, turning Wadata Plaza into a battleground of thugs, tear gas and destroyed property. The crisis was triggered by competing claims to the party's leadership following the controversial Ibadan convention. The Wike-aligned faction held a parallel NEC meeting where it expelled three governors, Seyi Makinde, Bala Mohammed and Dauda Lawal and several senior PDP leaders, while dissolving state executives in six states. The Turaki-led faction condemned the violence, accusing “enemies of democracy” of attempting to hijack the party with state backing. Civil society groups and opposition parties blamed the ruling APC for using security agencies to influence internal PDP disputes, warning that the incident reflected a dangerous slide toward one-party dominance ahead of 2027. The PDP crisis, fuelled by defections and deepening factionalism, has raised alarm over the future of Nigeria’s multiparty democracy. | PDP CRISIS | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 19TH NOVEMBER 2025 | PDP crisis: Mass defection hits Ondo PDP as NURTW members join APC | Hundreds of PDP members across Ondo State including many from the National Union of Road Transport Workers, defected to the APC on Tuesday, citing frustration with the PDP and satisfaction with President Bola Tinubu’s performance. At the APC secretariat in Akure, state chairman Ade Adetimehin welcomed the defectors, urging them to mobilise in their wards for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election and declaring that the APC faces virtually no opposition in the state. The defectors, led by Ojo Adewole of the Asiwaju Transport Movement, praised Tinubu’s continuation of major road projects and credited Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo for influencing their move. They said ongoing federal road construction including the Benin-Ilesa, Ore-Ondo–Akure and coastal highway projects, made their work easier and motivated them to join the ruling party. The development further weakens the PDP amid rising concerns about Nigeria’s drift toward one-party dominance. | DEFECTION; PDP; APC | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| THIS DAY | 19TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Christian genocide: Turaki’s foreign invasion comment Is unpatriotic, says APC | The APC has strongly condemned newly declared PDP factional chairman Tanimu Turaki for calling on foreign powers to intervene in Nigeria over what he described as a “Christian genocide” and threats to democracy. APC spokesperson Felix Morka labelled the remark reckless, unpatriotic and a sign of Turaki’s desperation and inability to manage the PDP’s deep internal crisis. The ruling party argued that even during the PDP’s 16 years in power, no opposition conflict ever prompted calls for foreign invasion. The APC said Turaki’s statement exposes the PDP’s collapse and warned that seeking external intervention poses a dangerous threat to Nigeria’s sovereignty and national security. It urged the international community to dismiss the comment as a desperate distraction from the PDP’s internal disintegration. | CHRISTIAN GENOCIDE | THIS DAY | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 20TH NOVEMBER 2025 | President Tinubu postpones G20 and AU-EU Summit trips over recent insecurity in Kwara and Kebbi States | President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his planned trips to Johannesburg for the G20 Summit and to Luanda for the AU-EU Summit due to worsening security concerns in Nigeria. The decision follows the kidnapping of 24 schoolgirls in Kebbi State and a deadly bandit attack on worshippers at Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku, Kwara State. According to presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu has ordered increased security deployment to affected communities and directed the police and DSS to pursue the attackers. The President is awaiting detailed reports from Vice President Kashim Shettima, who visited Kebbi on his behalf, as well as from security agencies. Tinubu reaffirmed his instruction to ensure the safe rescue of the abducted schoolgirls. | INSECURITY; 20TH G20 SUMMIT; 7TH AU-EU SUMMIT; KEBBI STATE; KWARA STATE; PRESIDENT TINUBU | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 20TH NOVEMBER 2025 | ‘Reckless and dangerous’: PRP condemns Turaki’s call for U.S. interference in PDP crisis | The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has condemned the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) factional chairman, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), for urging U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene in the PDP’s internal crisis. PRP National Chairman, Falalu Bello, described Turaki’s appeal as reckless, dangerous, and an affront to Nigeria’s sovereignty. The PRP said the comment reflects an inferiority complex among some political leaders and undermines confidence in Nigeria’s democratic institutions. The party demanded an immediate withdrawal of the statement, insisting that Nigeria’s internal challenges must be resolved through dialogue and domestic democratic processes, not by inviting foreign powers to interfere. | PDP; U.S INTERFERENCE; PRP | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 20TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf presents ₦1.37tn 2026 budget to the Kano State House of Assembly | Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has presented a ₦1.368 trillion proposed budget for 2026, themed the “Budget of Infrastructure, Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development,” to the State House of Assembly. Governor Yusuf stated the budget aims to consolidate gains, complete key projects, and build sustainable systems, while also funding other major sectors like agriculture and security. He urged the lawmakers to ensure the budget translates into tangible improvements for citizens and emphasized urgency as his administration enters its final phase, thanking the legislature and partners for their support. The Appropriation Bill now awaits legislative consideration. | KANO STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY; GOVERNOR ABBA YUSUF | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 20TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Ekiti 2026: Dare Patrick Bajide emerges ADC Governorship flag-bearer | (ADC) candidate for the upcoming Ekiti State governorship election. The certificate was presented at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja by Babachir Lawal on behalf of the national chairman, Senator David Mark. In his acceptance remarks, Bajide positioned himself as a credible challenger to the ruling APC, criticising the state’s current leadership and highlighting infrastructure, security, agriculture, and public service welfare as core priorities for his campaign. He cited poor road conditions and underperformance in governance as evidence that Ekiti people are yearning for change. Bajide also highlighted his extensive political and administrative experience, including serving as ambassador to Canada, three-time Secretary to the Ekiti State Government, and holding various party secretary positions both before and after Ekiti’s creation. He described agriculture as a key sector capable of positioning Ekiti as a major food supplier to major cities like Lagos and Abuja. Explaining his choice of the ADC, he said the party stands on firmer democratic footing compared to other parties currently embroiled in internal crises and court cases. | EKITI STATE 2026 GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| PUNCH | 20TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Senate mourns as Senator Okey Ezea, representing Enugu North Senatorial District dies at 62 | The Senate was plunged into mourning following the death of Senator Okey Ezea (Ideke), who represented Enugu North Senatorial District under the Labour Party. Ezea reportedly passed away on Tuesday night in a private hospital in Lagos after a brief illness, following earlier medical treatment in Germany. His death, first hinted at on social media, was later confirmed by his family. Colleagues, including Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and Orji Kalu, paid emotional tributes, describing him as wise, humble, prayerful, and deeply committed to public service. Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah also expressed profound grief, calling the loss painful and noting Ezea’s unwavering dedication to his constituents and the state. Ezea, aged 62, had a long political career, including co-founding the APC in Enugu, serving as chairman of FMC Jalingo, and running for governor before winning a Senate seat in 2023. His death marks the second loss of a serving senator from the South-East in two years. | SENATE; SENATOR OKEY EZEA | PUNCH | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 21ST NOVEMBER 2025 | Christian Genocide: US Lawmakers fault Nigeria over rising extremist attacks, questions capacity to curb growing violence | U.S. lawmakers have criticised the Nigerian government for failing to curb worsening extremist violence, especially attacks targeting Christians and other vulnerable groups. During a congressional review of Nigeria’s “Country of Particular Concern” status, legislators accused Abuja of lacking the political will to protect citizens. Civil society groups also urged Nigeria’s National Assembly to prioritise reforms at home rather than defend the government abroad. Nigeria, however, rejected claims of religious persecution, insisting it upholds religious freedom. The debate was further heightened by backlash in Congress over Donald Trump’s reported threat of military action against Nigeria. | CHRISTIAN GENOCIDE | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 21ST NOVEMBER 2025 | President Tinubu orders Defence Minister Matawalle to relocate to Kebbi State to coordinate security operations on the rising insecurity in the State | President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, to relocate to Kebbi State following the abduction of 24 schoolgirls from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga. Matawalle is to remain on ground to coordinate security operations for the students’ rescue, drawing on his past experience handling mass kidnappings as Zamfara governor. | ABDUCTIONS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 21ST NOVEMBER 2025 | APC can’t Win 2027 without Kwankwaso, says Kano NNPP Chairman, as he dismisses defection claims | Kano NNPP Chairman, Hashimu Sulaiman Dungurawa, has said the APC lacks the political strength to win the 2027 elections without Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. Speaking at a press briefing, he accused the ruling party of being directionless and seeking Kwankwaso’s influence for political survival. He insisted Kwankwaso is focused on Nigerians’ welfare and that his recent meetings with political figures were coincidental, not part of alliance talks. Dungurawa defended NNPP’s performance in the 2023 elections, attributing its lower presidential votes in Kano to the party’s young age, unclear logo, and low awareness. He said NNPP is now stronger, with a new logo and wider acceptance ahead of 2027. He also highlighted continuity in party leadership, upcoming by-elections, and praised Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s education- and agriculture-focused 2026 budget. He criticised former governor Ganduje for neglecting key sectors, dismissed rumours of high-profile defections, and urged members to remain united as the NNPP prepares for a stronger showing in 2027. | NNPP; APC; 2027 NIGERIA GENERAL ELECTIONS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 21ST NOVEMBER 2025 | Kwara State Government shuts down schools in five LGAs amid rising attacks | The Kwara State government has ordered the closure of schools in Ifelodun, Ekiti, Irepodun, Isin, and Oke Ero LGAs following escalating attacks over the past 48 hours. The move comes after coordinated attacks in Bokungi, Edu LGA, that left three people dead, including two rice farmers, and wounded a vigilante. The decision also affects boarding schools in Irepodun. The government said the closures are part of proactive security measures to protect schoolchildren from kidnappers and human shields. These measures will remain in effect until security clearance allows normal school activities to resume. The incidents follow a recent attack in Kebbi State, where bandits killed one official and abducted 25 students from Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School in Maga. Minister of Information Mohammed Idris said President Bola Tinubu has placed the country’s security apparatus on “highest alert” in response to the spate of attacks. | KWARA STATE SCHOOL ABDUCTIONS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 24TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Atiku finalises plans to join ADC as he is poised to collect his membership card today | Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is set to formally register with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) today in Jada, Adamawa State, marking his official move into the party adopted by the opposition coalition for the 2027 presidential election. After months of speculation about his commitment—alongside that of Peter Obi, Atiku confirmed the shift during a meeting with ADC leaders in Yola, declaring the party as the new platform for himself and his supporters. His registration comes after the ADC resolved earlier delays caused by invalid membership cards under its new leadership. His entry also comes at a tense time for the ADC in Adamawa, where three factions have been battling for party control. Atiku’s alignment with Shehu Yohanna, whom he plans to receive his membership card from, signals a decisive shift in the chapter’s leadership struggles. Analysts say the former vice president’s move could stabilise the party, boost its national profile and energise the opposition. As he officially joins the ADC, the party’s cohesion and readiness for 2027 will be closely watched. | ADC; ATIKU ABUBAKAR; 2027 NIGERIA GENERAL ELECTIONS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 24TH NOVEMBER 2025 | 'Honourably resign': PDP tells President Tinubu amid growing concern over bandit attacks | The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has strongly criticised the decision by the Federal Government and several state governments to close schools in response to rising cases of kidnapping, arguing that the move plays into the hands of terrorists by disrupting education. At a press conference in Abuja, PDP National Publicity Secretary Ini Ememobong urged the government to adopt a comprehensive and proactive security strategy rather than what he described as a “simplistic approach” aimed at scoring political points. Ememobong stressed the need for full implementation and funding of the National Policy on Safety, Security and Violence-Free Schools, which relies on community intelligence and rapid response mechanisms to prevent attacks. He warned that shutting schools in the North further undermines education in a region already burdened by high insecurity and home to the majority of Nigeria’s 18.3 million out-of-school children, according to UNICEF data. He criticised the federal government’s response to recent kidnappings as inadequate and unempathetic, noting that President Bola Tinubu should have personally visited affected states such as Kebbi and Niger. Instead, he said, the President delegated responsibility to the Minister of State for Defence. Ememobong argued that the contrast between the government’s engagement abroad and its limited response at home shows a troubling lack of priority for citizens’ safety. Reiterating that the protection of lives and property is the government’s primary duty, the PDP said any administration unable or unwilling to fulfil this role should seek help or consider resignation. | BANDIT ATTACKS; SCHOOL SHUT DOWN | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| PREMIUM TRUST | 24TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Federal High Court debunks rumours of assassination attempt on Justice James Omotosho | The Federal High Court has dismissed as false a viral social media report claiming that Justice James Omotosho survived an assassination attempt following his sentencing of Nnamdi Kanu to life imprisonment. A blogger had alleged that the judge was rushed to hospital after an attack early Saturday morning, but the Chief Registrar of the court, Sulaiman Hassan, issued a statement on Sunday describing the story as completely unfounded. The court urged the public to disregard the report and warned against spreading misinformation. Mr Hassan called on security and regulatory agencies to investigate the source of the claim and prosecute those responsible, noting that such fabricated stories could cause panic, undermine confidence in the judiciary, and possibly serve as intimidation. | ASSASSINATION; NNAMDI KANU; JUSTICE JAMES OMOTOSHO | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| PREMIUM TRUST | 24TH NOVEMBER 2025 | President Tinubu withdraws Police from VIP escorts, orders redeployment to communities | President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the withdrawal of police officers attached to Very Important Persons (VIPs) across the country, directing that they be redeployed to core policing duties in order to improve security nationwide. The directive, issued during a high-level security meeting in Abuja attended by military and intelligence chiefs, marks a major shift in the use of police manpower. Under the new arrangement, VIPs who require personal protection must now request armed security personnel from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), rather than from the police. The decision comes amid concerns that many communities, especially remote and rural areas lack adequate police presence, leaving them vulnerable to attacks and kidnappings. As part of efforts to strengthen national security, the president has also approved the recruitment of 30,000 additional police officers and is working with state governments to upgrade police training facilities. Sunday’s security meeting included the Chief of Army Staff, Chief of Air Staff, Inspector-General of Police, and the Director-General of the DSS. | POLICE REDEPLOYMENT AND RECRUITMENT | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| VANGUARD | 25TH NOVEMBER 2025 | South-West Governors intensify call for State Police amid rising insecurity | Amid escalating insecurity across the country, the South-West Governors’ Forum has declared that the creation of state police can “no longer be delayed” and announced a new regional security architecture to strengthen protection in the zone. Meeting in Ibadan, the governors of Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Ekiti, Ondo, and a representative of Osun adopted measures focused on security, economic development, agriculture, and regional cooperation. In a communiqué read by Forum Chairman and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the governors commended President Bola Tinubu for his interventions in national security and recent rescue operations in states affected by kidnappings. They announced the establishment of a South-West Security Fund (SWSF) under the DAWN Commission and the rollout of a live digital intelligence-sharing network connecting all six states for real-time threat alerts, incident reporting, and rapid response coordination. The Forum also urged the Federal Government to intensify forest surveillance, stressing that many of the region’s forest belts have become hideouts for kidnappers and bandits. It raised concerns about unregulated interstate migration and illegal mining, warning that both issues are contributing to rising insecurity. The governors reaffirmed unanimous support for state police, insisting its implementation is urgent. They further commended farmers in the region for increasing food production and praised the DAWN Commission for promoting regional integration. Separately, the Ogun State government ordered mandatory documentation of all foreign nationals residing in the state as part of new security measures. Governor Dapo Abiodun announced additional steps, including dismantling the ZAGA settlement in Ijebu-Ode over security concerns, sanctioning landlords who harbour criminals, and establishing a Forward Operating Base in the Ilara border area to enhance border security. | STATE POLICE; INSECURITY | VANGUARD | ||||
| VANGUARD | 25TH NOVEMBER 2025 | UK Government rejects FG’s request to transfer Ike Ekweremadu to Nigeria to finish prison sentence | The United Kingdom has rejected a request by the Nigerian government to allow former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu to return home to serve the remainder of his prison sentence. Ekweremadu is currently serving a nine-year, eight-month sentence in a UK prison after being convicted in 2023 for attempting to harvest a young man's kidney, an organ-trafficking case that drew global scrutiny. Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, recently led a delegation to the UK Ministry of Justice to seek Ekweremadu’s transfer under a prisoner-return arrangement. However, according to UK government sources cited by The Guardian UK, the request was denied over concerns that Nigeria could not guarantee Ekweremadu would continue to serve his full sentence if deported. A UK official reportedly stressed that offenders involved in modern slavery or organ-trafficking must face the full force of UK law. Ekweremadu will therefore remain in the UK to complete his term. His wife, Beatrice Ekweremadu, sentenced to four years and six months in the same case was released earlier this year after serving half her term and has since returned to Nigeria. | IKE EKWEREMADU; UK; NIGERIA; PRISONER TRANSFER | VANGUARD | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 25TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Nigeria Counter-Terrorism Strategic Plan: FG unveils new strategic five-year framework for combating terrorism | Nigeria’s Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Monday unveiled the country’s new strategic framework for combating terrorism, a five-year plan expected to run from 2025 to 2030. The security blueprint, known as the Nigeria Counter-Terrorism Strategic Plan, was developed by the National Counter-Terrorism Centre, under the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). Akpabio said the strategy reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to ensuring that citizens can live without fear and lays out a comprehensive framework for transforming the country’s security architecture. The plan focuses on modernising security institutions, strengthening national resilience, and deepening partnerships across government, private sector, civil society and international allies. He noted that insecurity has severely damaged Nigeria’s economy, driving away investors, shutting schools, forcing farmers off their land, and diminishing hope among young people. This, he said, made the new long-term, implementation-driven strategy necessary. The Senate President highlighted legislative steps taken by the 10th National Assembly, including new laws on defence, policing, intelligence coordination, cybersecurity and counter-terrorism, but stressed that legal reforms alone are insufficient without investment in personnel, technology, training and long-term planning. The unveiling comes amid a surge in violent attacks across the country, including recent mass abductions in Kebbi, Kwara and Niger States, where armed groups kidnapped hundreds of students and worshippers, fuelling renewed public outcry over deteriorating security conditions. National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu, represented by Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka, said the plan was developed through extensive research and collaboration with security agencies, academics, civil society, and international partners. He added that the goal is to position Nigeria’s Counter-Terrorism Centre as a regional hub for combating terrorism and violent extremism across West Africa and the Sahel. | NIGERIA COUNTER-TERRORISM STRATEGIC PLAN | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 25TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Court adjourns Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s cybercrime trial to February 2026 | The Federal High Court in Abuja has again adjourned the cybercrime trial of Kogi Central senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, rescheduling the case to 4 February 2026. Monday’s hearing could not proceed due to the absence of trial judge Justice Mohammed Umar. This continues a pattern of delays: the case had earlier been fixed for 21 October but stalled due to a protest led by activist Omoyele Sowore demanding the release of Nnamdi Kanu. The matter was then moved to 25 November, but has now been shifted to next year. Akpoti-Uduaghan was arraigned on 30 June on six counts filed by the Director of Public Prosecution of the Federation, alleging that she made false and injurious statements on television and at a political gathering, claiming Senate President Godswill Akpabio instructed former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello to have her killed. The charges were brought under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Amendment Act 2024. At the last hearing on 22 September, the defence raised a preliminary objection arguing that the prosecution amounted to an abuse of the Attorney General’s powers and that the defence had not been served witness statements. The court ruled that the objection must be addressed before trial can commence. The senator faces a separate but related case at the FCT High Court over similar remarks. | SENATOR NATASHA AKPOTI UDUAGHAN; CYBERCRIME | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| PREMIUM TIMES | 25TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Constitution Review reaches crucial stage as National Assembly and State Speakers hold joint retreat to seek consensus on 87 proposed amendments | Nigeria’s ongoing constitutional amendment process reached a decisive phase on Monday as the Senate and House of Representatives held a joint retreat with Speakers of State Houses of Assembly in Abuja, supported by the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre with funding from UK in Nigeria. The session held at the Abuja Continental Hotel, served as the final major engagement before the National Assembly begins voting on the constitution alteration bills. Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin, who chairs the Senate Constitution Review Committee, told the state Speakers that the fate of the long-awaited amendments now rests with them. He stressed that the retreat was not for new debates but for aligning on positions already agreed upon at the October 2025 Lagos retreat, ahead of transmitting the bills to state parliaments later this year. Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, who chairs the House Constitution Review Committee, described the Constitution as “the soul of the Republic,” saying the amendments must reflect Nigerians’ aspirations for justice, credible elections, gender inclusion, grassroots development and stronger federalism. He said the review had involved intense consultations, three technical retreats, and six zonal public hearings where thousands of citizens and stakeholder groups made submissions. Kalu emphasised that state legislatures hold the constitutional key under Section 9, which requires approval from at least 24 of Nigeria’s 36 state assemblies before any amendment can become law. All governors are expected to be formally briefed on 26 November. | CONSTITUTION REVIEW | PREMIUM TIMES | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 26TH NOVEMBER 2025 | ‘Your best is not good enough’: Fresh abductions trigger open dissent in the House of Representatives as lawmaker accuses the Tinubu Administration of failing to protect citizens | Nigeria’s deepening insecurity sparked rare dissent in the House of Representatives as APC lawmaker Alhassan Ado-Doguwa publicly accused the Tinubu administration of failing to protect citizens. Speaking during a special security session, he described the situation marked by persistent banditry, kidnappings and attacks across the North, as “unspeakable” and warned that Parliament might need to shut down if urgent action is not taken. His remarks drew pushback from Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, who said Parliament cannot close and that Doguwa’s statement reflected a personal opinion. The tensions followed fresh kidnappings, including ten abducted in Kwara and eight in Kano, as well as rising fear in Kogi, where police dismissed viral rumours of an impending attack. Relief came with the release of 24 abducted schoolgirls in Kebbi, prompting President Bola Tinubu to order 24-hour aerial surveillance over forests in Kwara, Kebbi and Niger. Amotekun intensified border patrols in Ondo, while the Inspector General of Police visited Niger State after mass school abductions, confirming that 50 children had been rescued. Human Rights Watch criticised the government for failing to prevent repeated school kidnappings. The Presidency also detailed how coordinated intelligence by the DSS and military secured the release of 38 abducted Kwara church worshippers. | INSECURITY | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 26TH NOVEMBER 2025 | APC Women wing in Plateau State stage protest to oppose Mutfwang’s alleged defection bid to the APC | Plateau State All Progressives Congress (APC) Women Wing yesterday protested the alleged moves of Governor Caleb Mutfwang to decamp to their party. The protesters, who gathered in their hundreds at the Secretariat Bridge Junction in Jos, also endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s second term bid. Addressing newsmen, the leader of the women’s group, Elizabeth Samson Yerse, who is also coordinator of Tinubu Torch Bearers, cautioned some people within her fold against wooing Mutfwang to defect to the APC. She stated, “It has been on record that the governor said he will never join the APC. He even went ahead and called the party an evil political party. He called the APC an evil political party. “Let it be clearly understood. We in the All Progressives Congress, especially the women wing, do not want Governor Caleb Mutfwang to join our party.” | DEFECTION; GOVERNOR CALEB MUTFWANG | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 26TH NOVEMBER 2025 | After years of infighting, Oyo State chapter of the APC launches major reconciliation efforts to reclaim power in 2027 | The Oyo State APC has launched a renewed reconciliation effort to mend years of internal divisions ahead of next year’s congresses and to strengthen its chances of reclaiming power from the PDP in 2027. The push gained momentum after a highly anticipated meeting between former governorship candidate Teslim Folarin and Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu, whose 2023 feud had deepened the party’s crisis. APC spokesperson Olawale Sadare said the goal is to rebuild unity, restore voter confidence, and position the party to give President Bola Tinubu strong support in the next elections. Despite positive reception from many stakeholders, the initiative faces resistance from former minister Adebayo Shittu, who said he was excluded from earlier reconciliation meetings and insisted that Oke-Ogun must get the 2027 governorship ticket. In a related development, aggrieved APC aspirants in Ondo State have agreed to reconcile and mobilise support for Tinubu in 2027, citing improvements in governance and security under his administration. | APC; OYO STATE; 2027 | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 26TH NOVEMBER 2025 | 19 Northern Governors set to convene emergency meeting in Kaduna State over growing security crisis | Governors from the 19 Northern States will meet in Kaduna on Saturday, November 29, to deliberate on the region’s escalating security challenges. The meeting, confirmed by Peter Ahemba, Senior Special Assistant to the Nasarawa State Governor, will include prominent traditional rulers and aims to forge a unified security strategy for the North. Ahemba said decisive resolutions are expected, noting that Nasarawa has already convened an emergency security meeting to prevent any breaches. He urged citizens to support authorities by providing timely intelligence on individuals involved in criminal activity. | INSECURITY; NORTHERN GOVERNORS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| VANGUARD | 26TH NOVEMBER 2025 | President Tinubu orders 24-hour aeriel security surveillance over forests in Kwara, Kebbi and Niger States in response to surge in terrorist attacks | President Bola Tinubu has ordered a 24-hour aerial security cordon over forests in Kwara, Kebbi and Niger States in response to a surge in kidnappings and terrorist attacks, including the abduction of more than 20 people in Isapa, Kwara. The directive mandates continuous coordination between air assets and ground troops and urges residents to provide timely intelligence. The new attack in Isapa left one woman dead and several families devastated, with victims including a pregnant woman, nursing mothers and children. The wave of violence has heightened nationwide concern. Clerics and traditional rulers in Nasarawa reported escalating herdsmen attacks, while parents of over 265 abducted Niger schoolchildren pleaded for government intervention. The Nigeria Union of Teachers condemned the repeated school attacks and warned it may withdraw teachers from classrooms if safety is not assured. The UN also urged Nigeria to halt mass kidnappings and prosecute perpetrators. Meanwhile, Kebbi State confirmed the rescue of 25 abducted schoolgirls, with Governor Nasir Idris and President Tinubu saying no ransom was paid. The Presidency explained that security agencies cannot bomb bandit camps due to civilians being held as human shields. Presidential spokespersons also revealed that precision intelligence and controlled communication by the DSS and military secured the release of 38 abducted worshippers in Kwara, as authorities continue efforts to free other victims. | PRESIDENT TINUBU | VANGUARD | ||||
| CHANNELS TV | 26TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Rivers State Police Command debunks viral video claim of herdsmen attack in the State | The Rivers State Police Command has debunked a viral social media video claiming that Fulani herdsmen attacked a community in the state but were repelled by Ijaw youths. Police spokesperson Grace Iringe-Koko described the video as false, fabricated, and intended to cause panic and disrupt the peace in Rivers State. She confirmed that no report or intelligence indicates any such attack and warned that the narrative was a deliberate attempt by mischief makers to undermine stability. The Command urged residents to ignore the misinformation, avoid sharing unverified content, and rely on official sources. It reassured the public that security measures remain in place under Commissioner Olugbenga Adepoju. | HERDSMEN ATTACK; RIVER STATE | CHANNELS TV | ||||
| CHANNELS TV | 27TH NOVEMBER 2025 | President Tinubu appoints Non-Career Ambassadors for US, UK, and France | President Bola Tinubu has nominated three non-career ambassadors to represent Nigeria in the United States, the United Kingdom, and France. The nominees are Ayodele Oke, Colonel Lateef Are (retd.), and Amin Dalhatu. According to a statement by his Special Adviser, Bayo Onanuga, the postings will be confirmed after Senate screening. Dalhatu previously served as Nigeria’s ambassador to South Korea, Oke is a former Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency and former ambassador to the Commonwealth Secretariat, while Colonel Are is a former Director-General of the State Security Service and ex–National Security Adviser. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has referred the nominations to the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, which is expected to report back within a week. The appointments follow long-standing calls for Nigeria to fill vacant ambassadorial posts. Despite criticism about delays, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs maintains that missions remain functional through experienced chargé d’affaires. All ambassadors were recalled in September 2023. | NON-CAREER AMBASSADORS | CHANNELS TV | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 27TH NOVEMBER 2025 | President Tinubu declares National Security Emergency, authorising massive recruitment efforts and signals unprecedented support for State Police | Confronted with escalating nationwide attacks, President Bola Tinubu has declared a national security emergency, authorising massive recruitment across security agencies and signalling unprecedented support for state police. He directed the police to recruit an additional 20,000 personnel, bringing ongoing enlistment to 50,000 and approved the conversion of NYSC camps into temporary training depots. The DSS has also been empowered to deploy forest guards and recruit more operatives to tackle terrorists hiding in forests. President Tinubu said federal forces were overstretched and pledged support for states already running security outfits, urging the National Assembly to begin a constitutional review to enable states that want state police to establish them. He also cautioned states against siting boarding schools in insecure rural areas and urged religious institutions in vulnerable zones to seek police protection. The announcement coincided with a joint meeting of the Southern Governors’ Forum and the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council, which reaffirmed their long-standing demand for state policing. They approved a regional security fund, a monthly zonal coordination meeting, and an intelligence-sharing framework using modern surveillance tools. They also passed a vote of confidence in President Tinubu. Governors warned that worsening insecurity threatens industrial corridors, transport routes and border communities, insisting that decentralised security is now unavoidable. They pledged stronger collaboration with traditional rulers, vigilance groups, hunter associations and private security outfits. | PRESIDENT TINUBU; STATE POLICE; NATIONAL SECURITY EMERGENCY | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| THE GUARDIAN | 27TH NOVEMBER 2025 | South-East, South-South Governors roll out big-spending 2026 Budgets to State Assemblies amid growth projections | Governors Alex Otti of Abia State and Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Monday presented their 2026 budget proposals to their respective state assemblies, each unveiling expansive spending plans focused on infrastructure, education and economic growth. In Abia, Governor Otti laid before lawmakers a N1.01 trillion proposal titled “Budget of Acceleration and New Possibilities,” which represents a 13 per cent increase over the 2025 budget. The plan allocates N811.8 billion to capital projects and N204.4 billion to recurrent spending, reflecting the administration’s commitment to infrastructure expansion and essential government operations. Otti said the education and health sectors would take 35 per cent of the entire budget, with N150 billion earmarked for recurrent expenses, including salaries for about 15,000 primary and secondary school teachers. He also disclosed plans to build 17 model primary and secondary schools and three technical colleges. The governor pledged continued transparency and said he would release the full 2025 budget performance report before the year ends. In Delta State, Governor Oborevwori presented a record N1.664 trillion spending plan titled “Budget of Accelerating the More Agenda,” marking a dramatic 70 per cent increase from the previous year’s appropriation. The proposal sets aside N499 billion for recurrent expenditure and N1.165 trillion for capital projects, underscoring the administration’s heavy investment in infrastructure. The Ministry of Works is the largest beneficiary with an allocation of N450 billion for urban highways and rural and riverine roads. Education will receive N105.086 billion, while the health sector gets N50.067 billion. Social protection programmes are allocated N20 billion, and agriculture N10 billion. The governor expressed optimism about Delta’s economic outlook, projecting a 3.9 per cent GDP growth rate in 2026 driven by oil revenue recovery, improved fiscal stability and increased foreign investment. | ABIA STATE; DELTA STATE; 2026 FISCAL BUDGET | THE GUARDIAN | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 27TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Lawmakers express strong reservations over President Tinubu's directive ordering the withdrawal of police personnel attached to VIPs, warning that the move could expose public officials to severe security threats | Several senators on Wednesday expressed strong reservations over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive ordering the withdrawal of police personnel attached to Very Important Persons, warning that the move could expose lawmakers and other public officials to severe security threats. Their concerns were raised during a plenary session focused on the worsening insecurity across the country, following a motion by Senator Oyelola Yisa Ashiru calling for urgent federal action. In the House of Representatives, former deputy speaker Ahmed Idris Wase also called for a review, saying the withdrawal should be based on proper risk assessments. During the wider debate on insecurity, the Senate agreed that kidnapping should be classified as a terrorist offence and attract the death penalty once the law is amended. Lawmakers also demanded tougher action against bandits and urged authorities to stop negotiating with kidnappers. The Senate ordered an investigation into the withdrawal of troops from a vulnerable area in Kebbi before a school abduction, and called for intelligence-led operations, improved surveillance and a new Joint Task Force for the Kwara–Kogi corridor. Lawmakers also supported reviewing the firearms law to allow responsible citizens to bear arms. Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin urged stronger collaboration between states and federal security agencies, and said the President has been working to improve police funding and capacity. | PRESIDENT TINUBU; NATIONAL ASSEMBLY; WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE FROM VIPS | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 27TH NOVEMBER 2025 | International election observers and former heads of Government trapped as sudden Military Coup throws Guinea-Bissau in turmoil | A sudden coup announcement in Guinea-Bissau has thrown the country into turmoil, catching international election observer missions and former Heads of Government in the middle of an unfolding post-election crisis. Military officers on Wednesday declared that they had taken “total control” of the country, shutting its borders and suspending the electoral process just three days after presidential and legislative elections. General Denis N’Canha, head of the presidential military office, said a command drawn from all branches of the armed forces would assume leadership until further notice. The development came only hours after the African Union Election Observation Mission, the ECOWAS Election Observation Mission and the West African Elders Forum issued a joint statement praising voters for their strong civic participation and commending polling officials and security personnel for a largely well-managed election day. The statement, signed by former Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi, ECOWAS mission head Issifu Baba Braimah Kamara and former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, expressed shock at the military intervention. The observers said the coup attempt was particularly troubling because it followed meetings with the two leading presidential candidates, both of whom had pledged to respect the final results. They described the military takeover as a direct attempt to derail democratic progress and called on the African Union and ECOWAS to take urgent steps to restore constitutional order. | MILITARY COUP; GUINEA-BISSAU | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 27TH NOVEMBER 2025 | U.S White House locked down after shooting critically wounds two National Guardsmen | The United States White House and several nearby federal buildings were placed on lockdown following a shooting incident close to the presidential residence that left two National Guard members critically wounded. Initial reports indicated the troops had been killed, but West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey later said he was receiving conflicting information about their condition and would provide updates once confirmed. He offered prayers for the injured service members and their families. President Donald Trump was not at the White House during the incident, as he was at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the administration was monitoring the situation closely and confirmed that the President had been briefed. Washington, D.C.'s Metropolitan Police Department announced that a suspect was in custody. National Guard troops have been deployed in the capital for months as part of Trump’s anti-crime initiative. Reacting on Truth Social, Trump described the gunman as “the animal that shot the two National Guardsmen,” saying both guardsmen were critically wounded and that the suspect, also injured, would “pay a very steep price.” | U.S SHOOTING | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 28TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Sule Lamido calls for reconcillation as PDP crisis worsens ahead of 2027 | Former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido has urged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to urgently reconcile warring factions and establish a neutral caretaker committee to stabilise the party ahead of the 2027 elections. Lamido, who obtained a court order stopping the party’s November 15–16 convention after he was denied nomination forms to contest for National Chairman, criticised the PDP for proceeding with the convention and electing Tanimu Turaki (SAN). The convention deepened divisions between factions loyal to Turaki and Nyesom Wike, culminating in a violent clash at the party’s national secretariat, which has remained sealed since November 19. Lamido warned that unresolved internal conflict threatens the future of PDP members seeking political office. He called for forgiveness and reconciliation, insisting that only a caretaker committee can restore confidence in the party. His position aligns with earlier proposals by Bukola Saraki and some Wike-allied leaders, but is rejected by the Makinde–Bala Mohammed bloc, which argues that a caretaker arrangement would not fix the party’s deeper problems. A delegation of former local government chairmen from Jigawa urged Lamido to consider leading them to a new political platform ahead of 2027, citing persistent instability and his alleged mistreatment by the party. They pledged to follow him politically, emphasising his long-standing commitment to the PDP. In a related development, internal divisions intensified as factions exchanged letters to the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court. Newly elected National Secretary Taofeek Arapaja asked that certain judges no longer handle PDP cases, but the Wike-backed faction countered that he had no authority to represent the party, accusing him of attempting to undermine judicial integrity. Overall, the PDP remains deeply fractured, with leadership tussles, legal battles, and growing calls for a caretaker committee threatening its cohesion ahead of 2027. | PDP CRISIS; SULE LAMIDO; CARETAKER COMMITTEE | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 28TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Several injured in Lokoja as false rumour of bandit invasion spreads panic | Panic erupted in Lokoja, the Kogi State capital, on Wednesday after rumours spread that bandits were approaching the city. The alarm, which reportedly began around Felele, Zango and Crusher areas, triggered widespread fear as traders hurriedly shut their shops, transport operators withdrew their services, and parents rushed to schools to pick up their children. The chaos led to several injuries and loss of goods as residents ran for safety. Students and staff of the Federal University Lokoja and Kogi State Polytechnic were also caught in the panic, with many fleeing in confusion. A resident, Mallam Usman Haruna, said the rumour began after a woman reportedly received a phone call warning that terrorists were heading toward Lokoja. However, the Kogi State Police Command dismissed the story as fake news, urging residents to remain calm. Police spokesperson CSP William Aya warned those spreading false alarms that they would be prosecuted. The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, assured the public of reinforced security, noting that tactical teams had been deployed across strategic locations to maintain peace. | KOGI STATE; LOKOJA; BANDIT | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| DAILY TRUST | 28TH NOVEMBER 2025 | FG confirms safe evacuation of Former President Goodluck Jonathan from Guinea-Bissau following Military Coup | Former President Goodluck Jonathan has been safely evacuated from Guinea-Bissau following the military coup that disrupted the country’s electoral process. Jonathan, who was leading an international election observer mission, was trapped after soldiers seized power and shut down the nation’s airport and land borders, preventing foreign observers from leaving. The Nigerian House of Representatives had earlier called on the Federal Government to secure his safe return. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, Jonathan and his delegation, including Mohamed Chambas, departed Guinea-Bissau on a special flight. Before leaving, Jonathan joined other observer mission leaders, Filipe Nyusi and Issifu Kamara in condemning the coup as a deliberate attempt to derail the country’s democratic process. The group urged calm and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Guinea-Bissau through the crisis. | FEDERAL GOVERNMENT; GUINEA-BISSAU; FORMER PRESIDENT GOODLUCK EBELE JONATHAN | DAILY TRUST | ||||
| VANGUARD | 28TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Senator Ali Ndume faults failure to enforce directive on withdrawal of police from VIP protection duties | Senator Ali Ndume has faulted the failure to enforce President Bola Tinubu’s directive ordering the withdrawal of police officers from VIP protection duties. Tinubu had instructed that police personnel be reassigned from guarding VIPs to tackling rising insecurity, with NSCDC operatives expected to take over VIP protection. However, Ndume, speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, said nothing had changed, noting that police officers still crowded the National Assembly complex. He argued that the Inspector-General of Police had not implemented the order. The senator criticised the heavy deployment of police to politicians, ministers, and even their families, calling it wasteful and unfair, especially when ordinary citizens face insecurity. He cited instances of a VIP’s son moving with a convoy and ten police officers being assigned to a colleague’s residence. Ndume also questioned the size of President Tinubu’s security convoy, insisting that securing Abuja should eliminate the need for excessive escorts for both the president and public officials. | SENATOR ALI NDUME; WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE FROM VIP | VANGUARD | ||||
| VANGUARD | 28TH NOVEMBER 2025 | Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai officially joins ADC after leaving APC | Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), months after resigning from the All Progressives Congress (APC). He completed his registration and received his membership card at the ADC office in U/Sarki Ward, Kaduna. El-Rufai, a founding figure of the APC, left the party on March 10, citing a loss of ideological direction. In his resignation letter, he accused the APC leadership of abandoning the principles on which the party was built and ignoring repeated warnings about its “unhealthy” internal climate. He said he had spent two years raising concerns, both privately and publicly, but the party’s leadership failed to respond. His move to the ADC marks a major political realignment and is expected to bolster the party’s profile in Kaduna and nationally as preparations for future elections gather pace. | FORMER KADUNA STATE GOVERNOR | VANGUARD | ||||
| VANGUARD | 28TH NOVEMBER 2025 | President Tinubu sets up delegation led by the National Security Adviser Malam Nuhu Ribadu to deepen U.S - Nigeria security collaboration | President Bola Tinubu has approved Nigeria’s delegation to the U.S - Nigeria Joint Working Group, a key step in strengthening bilateral cooperation on security. National Security Adviser Malam Nuhu Ribadu will lead the Nigerian team, which includes several ministers, top security chiefs, and senior officials. The delegation was announced by Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga and follows recent high-level security discussions in Washington, D.C., led by the NSA. Members include the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Defence, Interior, and Humanitarian Affairs; the Chief of Defence Staff; the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency; and the Inspector-General of Police. Idayat Hassan of ONSA and Paul Alabi of the Nigerian Embassy in the U.S. will serve as the secretariat. President Tinubu called on the team to work closely with their U.S. counterparts to ensure effective implementation of agreed security cooperation measures. | US-NIGERIA DELEGATION | VANGUARD | ||||