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By Peter Omopo The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports claiming that it has released the timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections, describing the information as false and misleading. In a statement issued on Friday and e-signed by the Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the INEC Chairman, Adedayo Oketola, the Commission said it had not published any timetable for the 2027 polls. INEC stressed that it operates strictly within the provisions of the law, noting that Section 28(1) of the Electoral Act, 2022, mandates the Commission to publish a notice of election…

By JimmyFatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, today attended the official Departure Ceremony for Lagos State Candidates of the 90 Regular Recruits Intake (RRI) of the Nigerian Army, held at the T.A. Lagbaja Cantonment, Maryland, Ikeja. The ceremony, which marked a significant milestone for the young men and women enlisted into the Nigerian Army, was graced by top government officials, including the Governor of Lagos State, His Excellency, Babajide Sanwo-olu, ably represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, alongside other dignitaries and military top brass.

By Peter Omopo The National Assembly has commenced the rollout of Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws, alongside fresh measures aimed at strengthening transparency and public confidence in the legislative process. To address growing public interest and concerns surrounding the tax reforms, the National Assembly ordered the release of Certified True Copies (CTCs) of the harmonised tax bills passed by lawmakers and subsequently signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, said the directive was intended to give Nigerians unrestricted access to authentic legislative documents and dispel doubts about the credibility of the…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo As we step into a new year with fresh resolutions, let us remember that true renewal begins in the heart and is sustained by faith, commitment, and love; for individuals, this is a season to grow in purpose, discipline, and trust in God’s guidance, knowing that “if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation” (2 Corinthians 5:17). While in marriages and relationships it is a call to renew patience, forgiveness, communication, and selfless love, choosing daily to build one another up, just as Scripture reminds us that “love is patient, love is kind… it…

By Stanley Nkwocha It’s 2:47 am, and the study lamp is still on in the Vice President’s library at home. I know this because I have just received an email, the second for the night, with detailed comments on a subject matter that is due for consideration at the National Economic Council meeting scheduled for later that day. “Stanley, reach out to him, let them send the final copy to the secretariat first thing in the morning, and that would be my final copy, the message reads. This is Senator Kashim Shettima, a man who doesn’t just work for Nigeria…

By Peter Omopo An Abuja High Court has ordered the Federal Government, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), and the National Assembly to proceed with the implementation of the new tax regime scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026. The court gave the directive after dismissing a suit seeking to restrain the commencement of the new tax laws. The suit was filed by the Incorporated Trustees of the African Initiative for Abuse Public Trustees against the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the President, the Attorney-General of the Federation, the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives,…

By Peter Omopo Former presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has announced his resignation from the Labour Party and his decision to continue his political career under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement released on Wednesday, Obi said the move was a strategic decision consistent with his long-standing commitment to Nigeria’s socio-economic renewal and democratic development. He explained that the current state of the nation calls for unity, clarity of purpose and bold leadership capable of addressing Nigeria’s growing challenges. According to Obi, moments of national difficulty often demand fresh ideas and renewed resolve to lay…

By Abiodun Moshood On the evening of October 9, 2025, the literary community gathered on the STRIDA WhatsApp Platform for a lecture. This momentous occasion not only marked the passage of time but also served as a platform for introspection and dialogue regarding the evolving nature of creativity in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) and the art of poetry. The highlight of the evening was a dual lecture featuring two distinguished speakers: Saka Habeeb Opeyemi from Nigeria, who discussed the thought-provoking topic, “Can AI Replace the Creativity of Writers?” and Malivs, a celebrated poet and disability advocate from Zimbabwe,…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Crossover Service Night marks a sacred moment of transition when we stand between what has been and what God is about to do. Just as God brought Israel through the Red Sea into a new chapter, the crossover night calls us to reflect, repent, give thanks, and realign our hearts with God’s purpose before stepping into the future. It teaches us that life does not move forward by chance, but by divine guidance, and that crossing into a new season with prayer positions us to receive direction, protection, and renewal. The Bible urges us to number…

By Peter Omopo Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has declined an oral bail application made on behalf of former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami. In his ruling, Justice Nwite held that a substantive bail application had already been formally filed on behalf of the defendants. He explained that entertaining an oral bail request at this stage would amount to an ambush on the prosecution, which had not yet had the opportunity to respond to the formal application. The judge consequently refused the oral bail request and adjourned the matter until…