In Pursuit of truth and development
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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose have reopened their long-dormant hostilities, trading blistering insults barely a week after appearing to reconcile at Fayose’s 65th birthday celebration.
Tensions boiled over at the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja on Tuesday as forces loyal to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed clashed with supporters of the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, in a dramatic struggle for control of the opposition party’s secretariat.
Election officials have released the final results from yesterday's local elections, with several unexpected victories shaking up the political landscape in key districts. Independent candidates performed particularly well in rural areas, while traditional party strongholds saw increased competition from emerging political movements...
The leader of the opposition party today demanded a full parliamentary inquiry into several government contracts awarded over the past six months. Speaking at a press conference, the opposition leader cited concerns about transparency and potential conflicts of interest in the procurement process for infrastructure projects...
A cross-party committee of lawmakers has introduced a comprehensive electoral reform bill that could significantly change how future elections are conducted. The proposed legislation includes measures to modernize voting systems, increase accessibility for voters with disabilities, and implement stricter campaign finance regulations...