Justice Musa Dattijo Muhammad's retirement from the Supreme Court has exacerbated the existing shortage of judges on the bench. Following the expiration of his retirement notice, he will leave the service on October 27, 2023, marking a significant loss for the court.
A valedictory court session...
In a significant legal battle that has captured the nation's attention, Nigeria's Supreme Court has embarked on a momentous hearing of appeals filed by the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), and Allied Peoples Movement (APM). The central issue at stake is the potential...
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has ruled unanimously to nullify the election victory of Senator Simon Mwadkwon, who serves as the Senate Minority Leader, representing Plateau North Senatorial District in the National Assembly. The court's decision was based on its view that the Peoples Democratic...
Attahiru Jega, former Chairman of the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC), has emphasized that the president should not have the authority to appoint the electoral boss, proposing new measures for credible election management in Nigeria. Jega, renowned for overseeing one of Nigeria's...
The Nigerian Senate is planning to amend the Electoral Act to allow for diaspora voting in presidential elections and make electronic transmission of results mandatory from the 2027 general elections. The move aims to enable citizens abroad, including those on essential services such as military...
Atiku Abubakar, the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is challenging President Bola Tinubu regarding the acceptance of fresh evidence by the Supreme Court related to alleged forgery in the February 25 election outcome. The Supreme Court is set to begin hearing appeals...
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu defended the removal of the petrol subsidy, stating that it was a necessary move to prevent the country from collapsing. He acknowledged the hardship it caused due to a subsequent increase in petrol prices, but emphasized that it was essential for the nation's...
President Bola Tinubu offered assurance to Nigerians that despite the current challenges, better days lie ahead. Speaking during a meeting with Southwest Muslim leaders, Tinubu emphasized the need for sacrifice in the quest for Nigeria's restoration.
Receiving a delegation led by the President...
Here are 12 things to know about the Nigerian government's Conditional Cash Transfer:
Expansion of National Social Register: The Federal Government is expanding the National Social Register to include pensioners and ex-servicemen under its Conditional Cash Transfer scheme.
Removing...
The Federal Government of Nigeria is expanding its Conditional Cash Transfer scheme, aiming to accommodate pensioners and ex-servicemen while removing those who have crossed the poverty line from the beneficiary list. They are also disqualifying individuals without National Identification...
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