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Feb 3 Bye-Elections: INEC Expresses Concern Over Threats Of Violence

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Speaking Tuesday in Abuja at a meeting of the Interagency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES), INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu stated that, based on his experience, conducting isolated elections, such as bye-elections and reruns, can be extremely difficult.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

He said, “We must pay attention to the potentials for disruptive behaviour by some candidates and their supporters. A re-run election conducted in one Polling Unit or a handful of Polling Units can be severely disrupted by acts of thuggery knowing full well that these few locations will determine the outcome of the election.

“Arising from the reports we received from the States, concerns have been raised about the impact of the prevailing insecurity in some States on the conduct of the elections, made worse by incendiary statements by some political actors. We will present such concerns and reports at this meeting for appropriate security response.”

Nivo News reports that Yakubu noted that there are many parties involved in elections and that security agencies must ensure that INEC can deploy staff and materials, protect observers, the media, and the polling and collation agents who represent the candidates and political parties.

“Without a secure and peaceful environment, the conduct of credible elections is imperiled,” he stated.

Speaking on the by-election, Yakubu said,  “There are two categories of elections. First are the bye-elections arising from the death or resignation of members of the National and State legislative houses affecting two Senatorial Districts, four Federal and three State Assembly Constituencies.

“The second category is the re-run elections by order of Election Petition Appeal Tribunals. In my remarks at the Commission’s extraordinary meeting with leaders of political parties last month, I reported that the elections affect 35 National and State Constituencies. Since then, four additional orders of the Court of appeal have been served on the Commission in respect of Yabo/Shagari Federal Constituency of Sokoto State, Madara/Chinade State Constituency of Bauchi State as well as Kudan and Kauru/Chawai State Constituencies of Kaduna State.

“This brings the total number of affected constituencies to 39 which translates to 2.6% of the 1,491 Constituencies for which elections were conducted nationwide in the 2023 General Election.

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Portable Shifts From Ring To Family Joy As He Welcomes Son With Wife Bewaji After Boxing Defeat.

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Nigerian singer Portable has announced the birth of a baby boy with his partner, Omobewaji Ewatomi, popularly known as Bewaji.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

reports that the news broke on Friday after Bewaji shared a post on Instagram expressing joy over a safe delivery and introducing their newborn son, named Jamal Iremide.

Portable later confirmed the arrival on his own social media page, where he thanked Bewaji and celebrated the newest addition to his family.

Interestingly, the baby was born on the same day Portable suffered a defeat in a celebrity boxing match against Carter Efe, which ended in a unanimous decision in favour of Carter Efe.

Despite the loss in the ring, Portable expressed greater excitement about becoming a father again, saying the moment meant more to him than the fight. He revealed that the child was born while he was still involved in the boxing event.

He wrote: “God bless you more, Omoleye Omobewaji mi. Thanks for making me happy. I have given birth, congratulations to me. I thought I would carry a belt, but I carried my child instead. You can buy a belt with money, but you can’t buy a child.

“While my wife was in labour, I was fighting. She gave birth to a boy. I wanted a third belt for my children; I already have two. I have given birth, you can have the belt.”

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PDP Sets Stage For Key Decisions As NEC Meeting Holds May 4.

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has scheduled Monday, May 4, 2026, for its 103rd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.

reports that the announcement was made on Saturday via the party’s official social media handle.

The meeting is set for 2:00 pm and is being convened following a resolution passed by a two-thirds majority of NEC members, in accordance with the party’s constitution and internal guidelines.

Attendance is restricted to statutory NEC members only. Those expected at the meeting include PDP governors, members of the party’s National Assembly caucus, Board of Trustees members, state chairmen, and national ex-officio members.

Also invited are former members of the National Working Committee, past governors of the party, principal officers of the National Assembly, and other designated stakeholders within the NEC framework.

According to the party, the meeting will provide an opportunity to assess major issues affecting its structure and future direction, with emphasis on unity, internal reforms, and preparations ahead of the 2027 general elections.

“In accordance with the PDP Constitution, attendance to the 103rd meeting is strictly for statutory members of the National Executive Committee,” the notice stated.

“NEC remains dedicated to the stability, unity and success of the PDP guided by the principles of internal democracy, party discipline, inclusivity of members and the pursuit of the wellbeing of the Nigerian people as we march to victory in the 2027 general elections,” it added.

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Veteran Nollywood Actress Reportedly D!es, Film Industry Thrown Into Mourning

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Veteran Nollywood actress, Oby Kechere, widely recognized for her role as Madam Koi Koi in the 2002 comedy film Aki na Ukwa, has passed away.

reports that news of her death was announced on Saturday by the National President of the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), Uche Agbo. She was said to have died after a prolonged illness.

According to the statement, she passed on Monday, April 27, 2026.

“It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Madam Cecilia Oby Kechere, Vice Chairman of the DGN Abuja Chapter,” the statement read.

“We were informed yesterday that she passed on Monday, 27th April 2026, after a prolonged illness.

“Madam Cecilia was a graduate of Theatre Arts, University of Ibadan, a committed professional and a valued member of our guild. Her contributions to the growth and unity of the DGN, particularly within the Abuja Chapter, will never be forgotten.

“On behalf of the National Executive Council and the entire DGN family, I extend my deepest condolences to her family, loved ones, and all members of the Abuja Chapter in this difficult time. May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.”

Kechere, who hailed from Mbaise in Imo State, served as Vice Chairman of the Directors Guild of Nigeria Abuja Chapter and was described by colleagues as a dedicated professional who contributed significantly to the growth of the guild.

She studied Theatre Arts at the University of Ibadan and joined Nollywood in 2001. She gained early recognition through roles in films such as the August Meeting series before rising to wider fame with her comic performance in Aki na Ukwa.

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