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- GOVERNANCE
- February 24, 2026
The Osun State House of Assembly on Monday passed a bill to amend some sections of the state’s local government law, lawmakers say. The legislation was approved after its third reading during plenary at the Assembly complex in Osogbo the state capital. The bill, titled “Osun State Local Government Amendment No. 2 Bill 2026”, aims
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Civil Society Groups Raise Issues With FCT Polls Transparency 0
- GOVERNANCE
- February 21, 2026
Yiaga Africa and other civil society organisations (CSOs) have raised concerns over irregularities and logistical issues observed during the Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) held on Saturday February 21 2026, saying certain lapses could undermine the credibility of the polls.In a preliminary observation report released on the day of voting, Yiaga
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Zamfara Security Boost Earns Praise From Defence Chief 0
- GOVERNANCE, NEWS
- February 19, 2026
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa has praised Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State for providing critical security support to troops operating in the state saying the governor’s actions show commitment to protecting lives and property amid prolonged insecurity. Musa’s commendation came during the official commissioning of armoured personnel carriers and advanced surveillance equipment
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National Assembly Cuts Election Notice Period To 300 Days 0
- GOVERNANCE
- February 18, 2026
The Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas has explained why the National Assembly amended the Electoral Act to reduce the mandatory election notice period from 360 days to 300 days ahead of the 2027 general elections saying the adjustment will help avoid a clash with the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and improve
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Security Forces Intensify Presence Ahead Of FCT Local Elections 0
- GOVERNANCE, POLITICS
- February 18, 2026
Security agencies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have begun deploying increased personnel across the territory ahead of the Area Council elections scheduled for Saturday February 21 2026, authorities say. The operation involves a coordinated effort by the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, Air Force, Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Security and
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Electoral Reform: Senate Approves Amendment Bill 0
- GOVERNANCE
- February 17, 2026
The Senate has approved the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026, marking a key step forward in Nigeria’s electoral reform process after hours of detailed debate on the measure. Lawmakers gathered in plenary on Tuesday to consider and adopt the clauses that will shape the new legal framework for elections ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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