Politics

July 19, (THEWILL) — Public accountability. Transparent and independent investigation. Verifiable autopsy. These are strong words being used by stakeholders across the social strata in Nigeria to address the controversy surrounding the death of Mary Habila, a 26- year-...

FCT Minister vows to resign within 48 hours if anyone disproves his claims on road projects in Abuja's satellite towns. Wike says the FCTA has awarded 317km of roads, completed 221km, with 96km still under construction since Tinubu...

Federal High Court dismisses suit seeking INEC's recognition of the Kabir Tanimu Turaki-led Interim National Working Committee of the PDP, describing the action as lacking merit. Justice Salim Ibrahim upholds the Abdulrahman Mohammed and Senator Samuel Anyanwu-led National...

Appeal Court invalidates Sections 77(5), (6), (7) and 84(2) of the Electoral Act 2026, declaring them inconsistent with the 1999 Constitution. Judgment restores political parties' constitutional autonomy to determine membership registers and candidate nomination processes without statutory restrictions...

Court of Appeal overturns the Federal High Court judgment that nullified INEC's guidelines and revised timetable for the 2027 general elections, clearing the way for the Commission to implement its election schedule. Appellate court rules that the Youth...

The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed Friday, July 17, to deliver judgement in the suit seeking to determine the authentic leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and whether INEC should recognise the Tanimu Turaki-led Interim...

FCT High Court declares diaspora chapters of Nigerian political parties unconstitutional, illegal and unknown to the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, saying no registered party can establish or operate official structures abroad Court nullifies APC's United...

Akpabio opens the National Assembly to unprecedented public engagement, urging Nigerians to scrutinise lawmakers and hold Parliament accountable for its actions. Senate President says democracy thrives when citizens actively participate, insisting Parliament belongs to the people, not elected...

Kwankwaso calls for renewed political cooperation between Northern Nigeria and the South-East ahead of the 2027 general election. Former Kano governor says reconciliation after the Civil War remains a model for building national unity and inclusive governance. Recalls...

Ishaku Abbo claims each serving senator now receives over ₦2 billion annually for constituency projects, up from ₦220 million during his tenure. Former senator says he delivered more infrastructure and empowerment projects with smaller allocations than his successor...