The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) through the deployment of secure digital identity systems aimed at improving governance, enhancing national security, and expanding access to public services. Speaking at a digital conference in Abuja themed “Building Africa’s Digital Foundations Together,” the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of NIMC, Abisoye Coker-Odusote, represented by the Head of Infrastructure Technology and Identity Databases, Mr. Sulaiman Falade, said the commission is driving reforms and institutional partnerships to build an inclusive and interoperable digital identity ecosystem. According to her, the National Identification Number (NIN)…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
Fresh political controversy is brewing within the All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State following allegations surrounding the emergence of Senator Cyril Fasuyi for a second-term senatorial ticket ahead of future political contests in the state. The development has sparked growing debate among party members and political observers, amid claims that Governor Biodun Oyebanji and former Governor John Kayode Fayemi remain politically aligned despite public perceptions suggesting a distance between both camps. According to sources within the party, the relationship between Governor Oyebanji and Fayemi is still cordial and influential in shaping political decisions within the state chapter of the APC.…
Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, on Friday, 22 May, 2026, formally presented the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Mustapha Gubio, to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa. During the meeting, Zulum praised President Tinubu’s commitment to restoring peace, rebuilding communities devastated by insurgency and supporting development efforts across Nigeria’s Northeast. The Governor said the President’s leadership has strengthened cohesion within the APC and sustained momentum in the region’s recovery efforts, particularly in states affected by years of attacks by insurgent groups. “The President’s commitment to peace and reconstruction in…
Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran JANDOR, a leading chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, on Saturday, 23 May, 2026, joined party faithful, leaders, and stakeholders at the direct primary election to formally choose the Presidential Candidate of the party. JANDOR participated in the exercise at his Ward G, Irewe, in Ojo Local Government Area of Lagos State. The exercise witnessed overwhelming participation and a strong demonstration of unity, loyalty, and commitment to the ideals and vision of the APC. During the process, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was proudly affirmed as the preferred candidate…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary election held across Ogun State on Saturday recorded massive participation, peaceful conduct, and overwhelming support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as party leaders and members reaffirmed their commitment to the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Across various wards in the state, party faithful turned out in large numbers to participate in the affirmation exercise, which was conducted peacefully and without disruption. At Ward 3, Iperu 1, in Ikenne Local Government Area, members began arriving as early as 9 a.m. for the exercise. A total of 830 accredited voters participated, unanimously…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday, 23 May, 2026, described the conduct of the 2026 All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries nationwide as a strong demonstration of internal democracy within the ruling party. President Tinubu stated this after he participated in the APC Presidential Primaries at Ikoyi-Obalende Ward L2 in Lagos, noting that the exercise has further deepened the democratic process. The President, who arrived at the venue alongside his wife, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, was received by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos APC Chairman, Pastor Conerlius Ojelabi; Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole! and former Minister…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has raised serious concern over renewed and coordinated attacks on railway infrastructure in parts of the country. This followed fresh incidents of vandalism recorded in Plateau and Bauchi States. The Corporation described the disturbing development as a direct attack on critical national infrastructure, and an affront on public safety, economic growth and national security. In one of the latest incidents recorded on May 21, 2026, a truck reportedly loaded with vandalized railway materials became stuck between Kuru and Science School, Kuru in Plateau State, exposing the dangerous activities of criminal elements involved in the destruction…
The Management of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced a temporary increase in train services on the Lagos–Ibadan Train Service (LITS) corridor for Tuesday, 26 May 2 2026, ahead of the Sallah celebration. The temporary adjustment is aimed at accommodating the expected increase in passenger movement as many Nigerians travel to celebrate the festive season with their families and loved ones. Under the special arrangement, the Corporation will operate six train trips on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, instead of the usual four trips currently operated on the corridor. For the day, train departures from the Lagos end will be…
The Lagos State Deputy Governor and APC Governorship Candidate, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has described the ongoing All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primaries at the ward level as peaceful, transparent, and orderly, noting that the exercise was conducted in line with the widely accepted Option A4 voting system. Dr. Hamzat made this known after participating in the exercise Ward A4, held at Ansar-ud-Deen Primary School, in Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State. Speaking with journalists after the voting process, the Deputy Governor commended party members for their early arrival and orderly conduct, stressing that the entire exercise was carried…