Nnamdi Dickson Iroegbu, a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aspirant for the House of Representatives, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of acting as an extension of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In an interview with Arise News, Iroegbu claimed that INEC compromised its neutrality by recognising a disputed PDP convention organised by the Nyesom Wike-led faction. He described the electoral body’s decision as evidence of bias toward the ruling party.

“No, it doesn’t matter. INEC has already shown that it is a branch of the APC and the ruling government,” he stated.

Iroegbu further alleged that the commission’s handling of internal party disputes reflects a pattern of partisanship. “INEC has shown that it is partisan, this INEC,” he added.

He argued that recognising the convention ignored ongoing legal disputes and the internal decisions of the party. “By the time we went to court, INEC called for a meeting after the party had already decided that certain members had been expelled,” he explained.

The PDP aspirant maintained that the convention itself lacks legal validity, claiming that the process leading to it was flawed from the start. “That convention has no legality whatsoever because, in the eyes of the law, the foundation on which they started does not exist,” he said.

Iroegbu warned that INEC’s actions could have serious consequences for Nigeria’s democracy if unchecked. “They should be careful because what they are doing is dangerous. If people feel justice cannot be obtained, what will they do—revolt?” he asked.

He reaffirmed that his faction of the PDP would continue to pursue legal avenues to secure legitimacy. “That is why we are going through the legal means to ensure that we get legitimacy,” Iroegbu concluded.

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has terminated the appointments of all political aides in his administration, including Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) and Special Assistants (SAs), with immediate effect.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan, disclosed the development on Tuesday, explaining that the move is part of efforts to improve efficiency and enhance service delivery within the state’s administrative framework.

Adeniyan noted that the decision comes ahead of Governor Aiyedatiwa’s plan to inject fresh capacity into the administration by appointing approximately 1,000 new aides.

The statement read: “In the ongoing drive to enhance efficiency and deepen service delivery, Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has relieved all political aides of their duties with immediate effect. Those affected are Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants to the Governor. The Governor thanks them for their contributions to the development of the State and wishes them success in their future endeavours.

“Meanwhile, to strengthen coordination and bring new capacity into the administration, about 1,000 new aides, drawn from across the 203 wards in the 18 local government areas of the State, will be appointed by the Governor in due course.”

Prior to the mass disengagement, several aides had voluntarily resigned ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Governors of the 19 northern states, under the Northern States Governors’ Forum (NGF), on Monday, March 30, reaffirmed their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in addressing insecurity and promoting development across the region.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The decision was reached during a meeting at the Gombe State Governor’s Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, chaired by Gombe State Governor Inuwa Yahaya, who also signed the communiqué issued at the end of the deliberations.

The governors emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration with the Federal Government and security agencies to tackle evolving security threats across northern Nigeria.

“The Forum acknowledges and commends the unified efforts of member states in addressing the numerous security and developmental challenges facing the region, noting that these efforts are already producing positive outcomes. Furthermore, the Forum reaffirms its resolute commitment to maintaining and enhancing these collaborative actions to build upon the progress achieved,” the communiqué stated.

They also urged Nigerians to support the armed forces and other security agencies in their efforts to restore peace and stability.

Beyond security, the forum highlighted plans to strengthen internal structures through institutional reforms aimed at improving coordination and policy implementation. The governors announced support for the digitization of the forum’s secretariat to enhance efficiency, continuity, and service delivery.

On economic matters, the forum resolved to engage consultants to explore strategies for boosting internally generated revenue (IGR) across the region. This initiative will involve identifying and harnessing untapped taxable sources to improve financial sustainability among northern states.

The governors also pledged to continue engaging with the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer to facilitate the establishment of the New Nigeria Energy Company under the Sun Africa Project, which is expected to increase energy capacity and support regional economic growth.

The meeting comes amid persistent security challenges in northern Nigeria, where banditry, kidnappings, and insurgency continue to threaten lives and livelihoods. In Kaduna State, a recent bandit attack in Kagarko Local Government disrupted a wedding in Kahir village, leaving at least 13 people dead and several abducted. Similarly, in Plateau State, a deadly shooting in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North Local Government Area, claimed several lives.

Governors in the region have repeatedly called for enhanced collaboration with security agencies and greater federal intervention to address ongoing insecurity. The Tinubu administration has maintained that it is prioritizing security sector reforms and economic revitalization, including efforts to improve energy supply and increase revenue generation nationwide.

The meeting was adjourned to a later date, with governors expected to reconvene to review progress on the resolutions and ongoing interventions.