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 By Sam Agogo Nigeria’s Supreme Court ruling of September 24, 2026, is one of those rare judicial moments that reverberates far beyond the courtroom. It has already reshaped the political landscape, and its effects will continue to unfold as the country marches toward the 2027 general elections. Delivered by a seven‑member panel led by Justice Adamu Jauro, the judgment upheld Sections 77(5), 77(6), 77(7), and 84(2) of the Electoral Act 2026. These provisions require political parties to compile membership registers, submit them to INEC at least twenty‑one days before primaries, and use only those registers in determining who may vote or contest. Candidates must emerge either through direct primaries or properly documented consensus.The ruling set aside the Court of Appeal’s July decision that had voided these requirements, restored the Federal High Court’s earlier position, and imposed ₦2 million in costs against the Zenith Labour Party. Similar appeals by the Social De...

U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest proposal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with experts saying the President believes Washington can secure better terms by sustaining economic pressure on Tehran. "I reject their proposal," Trump told reporters on Saturday, arguing that Iran wants a deal because it is "losing so badly." "They want to make a deal, and I think that's fine. I'd like to make a deal too. But that deal would not be acceptable," he said. On Sunday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran had seen Trump's initial reaction but was yet to receive a formal response through mediators. Qatar has been mediating talks between Iran and the U.S. on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Iran's seven-day roadmap proposed that Washington lift its naval blockade of Iranian ports, waive sanctions on Iranian oil sales, release an estimated $12 billion in f...

Kaduna State Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, Hon. Sadiq Mamman Lagos, has explained why he and his political camp remain resolute in their unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's second term bid in 2027. Speaking in a video interview shared by Mijinyawa TV, the veteran politician said their decision is anchored on party loyalty, continuity of governance and the alignment between the Kaduna State Government under Governor Uba Sani and the Federal Government. Mamman Lagos, a legendary Kaduna politician, insisted that their support for Tinubu in 2027 is total and non-negotiable. He recalled the political history that brought former President Muhammadu Buhari to power, noting that Buhari contested for the presidency four times without success until Tinubu and his South-West political allies came to his aid. According to him, he alongside Nasir El-Rufai, Shehu ABG, Haruna Sa'id and the late General Ahmed, owner of Pyramid Hotel, waited for over fo...

The Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Hon. Sule Shuaibu, has said Governor Uba Sani has done enough for the All Progressives Congress (APC) to guarantee victory in the 2027 general elections. Shuaibu spoke on Saturday  at  the inauguration of the Tinubu Uba Sani Ko-Ina Initiative held at Asaa Pyramid Hotel, Kaduna. The Commissioner, who is the Grand Patron of the group, described Governor Uba Sani as a unifier, noting that Kaduna State has enjoyed relative peace under his administration. "Uba Sani stands for justice and fairness. The Governor has excelled in all aspects of human endeavour. Therefore, we can't support Uba Sani without supporting Tinubu's second term presidential bid. We are supporting all APC candidates, we are going to vote for all," he said. He urged APC members to work together, describing Uba Sani as a man who fulfills his promises. "Let's all excel together. Uba Sani has fulfilled hi...

As the 2027 electioneering campaign kicks off across the country, Nigeria Forward (NF) a socio-politcal group has emerged with a call on the Northern part of Nigeria to respect  Nigeria's gentleman power shifting arrangements between the North and South.  The call by the group was made known by the Co-Convener of the group who doubles as the Kano State Commissioner of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya at the formal unveiling of the Nigeria Forward (lNF) which held at Barcelona Hotel, Abuja on Friday.  Comrade Waiya explained that the NF which draws membership across Nigeria is of the view that since Nigeria's return to democratic governance in 1999, the North- South power rotation has been maintained between the two regions with a view to fostering national unity and even development across the country.  The group therefore urged political stakeholders in Northern Nigeria to respect the principle of power rotation and suppo...

... Petitioners Call for Urgent Probe of Finances, Staffing; VC Bunkure Yet to Respond The Federal University of Education, Zaria {FUEDZ} is facing allegations of financial impropriety, abuse of office and nepotism, with petitioners urging the Federal Government and anti-graft agencies to intervene. The Federal University of Education Zaria which was upgraded to a University level recently by Late President Muhammadu Buhari is one of the oldest institutions in Nigeria which started as a Teachers Institution known as Advanced Teachers College also affiliated to the Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, as time goes it was transformed from ATC to the Federal College of Education and now possess a university standard. Professor Yahaya Isah Bunkure goes by his track records and achievements as Provost in the Saadatu Rimi College of Education Kano was appointed as its pioneer Vice Chancellor about ten months ago. It is understood that before the appointment of P...

KADUNA — The Kaduna Doka Development Association, KADDA, has petitioned Governor Uba Sani to review the appointment of the Education Secretary for Kaduna North Local Government Education Authority, alleging that the appointee does not meet the required qualification and experience. In a letter dated August 4, 2026 with reference KADDA/ADM/GEN: 003/VOL.1, the association urged the state government to immediately verify the credentials of the appointee and suspend the appointment pending the outcome of the review. The petition was signed by KADDA Secretary General, Almustapha Abdul. ALLEGATIONS OF INELIGIBILITY KADDA told the governor that the appointee is currently an officer on Grade Level 08, and argued that the office of Education Secretary requires “substantial educational qualifications, extensive administrative experience and proven managerial competence” in line with the state government’s published recruitment framework. The association said entrusting such a strateg...