Politics

Nigeria's push for state police forces has reached a critical stage following the Senate's passage of the State Police Bill, sparking debate over federalism and constitutional authority.

Former Borno State Governor Ali Modu Sheriff has declared that northern Nigerian voters will not support Labour Party's Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election, citing shifting political dynamics.

As the United States celebrates its semiquincentennial, deep political divisions dominate the national mood, with AI-generated projections suggesting a troubling long-term outlook.

Several social media influencers attended the state funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, while questions persist over succession after his death in a February airstrike.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the FCCPC to investigate Meta, Google, and X over allegations of news content exploitation and anti-competitive practices.

The House of Representatives has passed 363 out of 2,747 bills introduced over three years, prompting debate over legislative efficiency and the surge in establishment bills.

The All Progressives Congress has confirmed replacing several candidates ahead of the 2027 elections, sparking internal tensions in Ondo State.

INEC and ICPC have launched a joint training initiative for staff aimed at ensuring a corruption-free 2027 general election in Nigeria.

Huge crowds gathered in Tehran for the multi-day funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as US-Iran talks reportedly gain momentum amid regional tensions.

Massive crowds filled Tehran’s streets to mourn Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with demonstrators waving Iranian flags and red banners symbolizing vengeance amid calls for retaliation against the US and Israel.

Millions of mourners flooded Tehran for the funeral procession of assassinated Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, in a massive display of support for the Islamic Republic.

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has reconstituted his campaign council to include former APC members ahead of the August 15 gubernatorial election, as allegations emerge over police conduct in the political contest.

Former Inspector-General of Police Suleiman Abba has left the All Progressives Congress to join the Peoples Democratic Party, declaring his intention to contest the Jigawa Southwest Senate seat.

The Nigerian Senate is set to meet to address growing concerns over a ₦1.3 billion allocation to the disputed Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), as SERAP demands accountability from legislative leaders and new documents link the SGF’s office to the council’s leadership.

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s national dialogue initiative is facing a legitimacy crisis after nominees alleged they were sidelined, with formal appointment letters not issued by the presidency.