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THE GAME CHANGERS: Meet The NDC Electoral Committee Tasked With Picking Presidential Hopefuls!.

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The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially released the list of Electoral Committee members tasked with overseeing its upcoming primary elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement posted to its official handle this Thursday, the party reaffirmed its commitment to the previously established schedule, confirming that primaries will be conducted nationwide on May 29, 2026. This critical exercise covers candidates for the Presidential, Governorship, Senate, House of Representatives, and State House of Assembly seats across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Below is the full breakdown of the designated committee members for each zone:

SOUTH-EAST ZONE

  • Abia: Chief Asukewe Ikoawaji (Chairman), Barr. C. J. Okoli Akarika (Secretary), Chief Sir Innocent Nwadavid, Hon. Udeme Eshiet, Nebo Chukwujiekwu.

  • Anambra: Prof. Osita Ogbu (Chairman), Barr. Chukwudi Igwe (Secretary), Engr. Uchenna Okogbuo, Nonso Okpala, Miss Hanatu Tanko.

  • Ebonyi: Dr. Peter Onigah (Chairman), Chris McCool Nwosu (Secretary), Emma Anyanwu, Prince Andrew Godwin, Hon. Sylvester O. Nwankwo.

  • Enugu: Chief Teddy Obey (Chairman), Prof. Nky Patrick Obi (Secretary), Ms. Jackie Wayas, Dr. Obinna Simon, Barr. Maureen Emecheta.

  • Imo: Comrade Babatunde Ali (Chairman), Barr. Chigbo Enwezor (Secretary), Obumneke Inoma, Obinna Anyaibe, Mr. Judith Uche.

SOUTH-SOUTH ZONE

  • Akwa Ibom: Dr. Clement Agiangie (Chairman), Chief Able Ebifemowei (Secretary), Uduakobong Okon, Dr. Pabara Igwele, Barr. Obinna John Kennedy.

  • Bayelsa: Engr. Biokpo Awara (Chairman), Dr. Morakinyo Balogun (Secretary), Barr. Grace Analaba, Hon. Princess Ingo Iwowari.

  • Cross Rivers: Iliya Kwajafa (Chairman), Austin Mbagwu (Secretary), Hon. Ernest Eki, Margarita Oguoba, Hon. Nicholas Ayuwa.

  • Delta: Dr. Kabiru Umoru (Chairman), Barr. Tesufa Dumbo (Secretary), Mr. Richman Ndakwe, Keneke P. Moses, Genevieve Emeremgini.

  • Edo: Barr. Fredrick Owotorufa (Chairman), Dr. Stanley Boroh (Secretary), Celestine Iyere, Mary Ainoghena Eghieye, Jackson Agbor PhD.

  • Rivers: Dr. Osusu Osusu (Chairman), Dr. Anthony Okoye (Secretary), Peli Adotu, Eva Nma Alikor, Abduljalal Idris.

SOUTH-WEST ZONE

  • Ekiti: Akinlade Olagoke (Chairman), Falade-Fad Tayo (Secretary), Babalola Ibrahim, Pastor Fayose Adeniran, Aduloju Joke.

  • Lagos: Alhaji Sidi Abdul Bomi (Chairman), Allison Oghenekaro Okoro (Secretary), Hon. Sandra Ogoh, Dr. Adewale Adebayo, Amb. Christopher Ighodaro, Mr. John Ughulu, Cleopas Ebi David.

  • Ogun: Barr. Ojeh Jimmy (Chairman), Alhaji Waidi Alapoti (Secretary), Mrs. Rose Igwe, Mr. Phillip Abegunde, Alh. Morufu Olajide.

  • Ondo: Hon. Babatunde Daodu (Chairman), Rev. Emmanuel Alli (Secretary), Princess (Barr.) J.T. Eperetun, Udeze Chigozie.

  • Osun: Hon. Oladejo Yinka (Chairman), Mr. Popoola Ganiu (Secretary), Mrs. Ajayi Esther.

  • Oyo: Comrade Adeolu Adewuyi (Chairman), Mr. Kayode Joseph (Secretary), Mrs. Feyikemi Adesiyan.

NORTH CENTRAL

  • Benue: Jenkins Gwede (Chairman), Pastor Gabriel Akor (Secretary), Sesugh Nyam, Doofan Ortsergh Mary, Ishaku Dahiru.

  • Kogi: CP Ezebuike Peter (Rtd) (Chairman), Samuel Abu (Secretary), Samari Muhammed Zakari, Samson Ukolofu.

  • Kwara: Barr. Michael Bamidele Sijuade (Chairman), Idowu Israel Legbo, Mrs. Hamzat Bola Idayat.

  • Nasarawa: Dr. Okey Ezeala (Chairman), Idiemjo Gift Omeghara (Secretary), Mr. Tony S. Jude, Yamusa Ladi Lizzy, Vijah Opuama.

  • Niger: Hon. Richard Adams (Chairman), Kabiru Ardo Muazu Esq. (Secretary), Abdulmuminin Ohiare Abdulsalam, Blessing Akan, Danladi Abdulhamid.

  • Plateau: Dr. Pabara Igwele (Chairman), Abdulkadir Fema (Secretary), Hon. Steve Dachomo, Barr. Dabish Caleb, Dr. Mary Dalyop Zang.

  • FCT: Chief Barnabas J. Ejisi (Chairman), Barr. Ajayi Ilesanmi (Secretary), Zakari Attah, Victoria Nkechi Odogwu, Dr. Praya Miri.

NORTH EAST

  • Adamawa: Williams Lappi (Chairman), Umar Ardo (Secretary), Barr. Yominbe Comfort Jonathan, Sunday Unaru.

  • Bauchi: Mr. Ande Karma (Chairman), Barr. Joel John (Secretary), DSP Rose Sylvanus, Mr. Iratisi Nuhu.

  • Borno: Comrade Mustafa Ali (Chairman), Barr. Musa Usman Daya (Secretary), Zainab Yunus.

  • Gombe: Nura Abdulrazak (Chairman), Alhaji Adamu Idi Magaji (Secretary), Engr. Aliyu Hamidu, Barr. Dinge Ellon, Mrs. Sylvia Mayo.

  • Taraba: Barr. Umar Hassan (Chairman), Hassan Hamidu (Secretary), Abubakar Garba, Gayus Musa.

  • Yobe: Alhaji Mohammed Sawa (Chairman), Joshua Tsu (Secretary), Abubakar Garba, Usman Isah Dogara.

NORTH WEST

  • Jigawa: Tasiu Safiyanu Liman (Chairman), Ibrahim Abubakar (Secretary), Hajiya Yar Gumel.

  • Kaduna: Balarabe Ayuba (Chairman), Alex Ankuma (Secretary), Barr. Barnabas John.

  • Kano: Mainasara Sani Abubakar (Chairman), Barr. Reuben Egwuaba (Secretary), Dr. Ahmed Alhassan, Engr. Salisu Tanko Kwankwaso, Saidu Alhassan Maiduguri.

  • Katsina: Suleiman Aliyu Baba (Chairman), Dr. Ahmad Alhassan (Secretary), Dr. Ahmad Maaruf, Abubakar Abdullahi Rimi.

  • Kebbi: Saidu Jalo Bakuwai (Chairman), Fauziyya Muhammed Marafa (Secretary), Mohammed Anas Abubakar.

  • Sokoto: Bello Labaran Gwadabawa (Chairman), Sa’adu Bello (Secretary), Balkisu Abubakar, Attahiru Fodio.

  • Zamfara: Bashar Muhammed Marafa (Chairman), Barr. Sani Nasarawa (Secretary), Kashim Al Mustafa, Nasiru Bello Alkali, Alh. Tijani Jibril.

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REGINA DANIELS SPEAKS OUT! “I Must Have a Girl” — The Actress Refuses To Give Up on Her Dream!.

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Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has shared her plans to expand her family, expressing a firm desire to have a daughter despite currently feeling disinterested in marriage following her separation from Senator Ned Nwoko.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The pair, who married in 2019 amid public scrutiny regarding their age difference, are parents to two boys. Their relationship experienced a highly publicized crisis in late 2025, during which allegations of substance abuse were made by Nwoko, all of which were promptly denied by Daniels, who leveled counter-allegations of manipulation, psychological control, and physical abuse against him.

In a recent livestream with TikToker Jarvis, Daniels opened up about her future aspirations:

  • She stated that she is “checked out” of marriage but is still focused on having more children to reach her goal of six.

  • She emphasized that she is determined to have a girl child, noting her belief that daughters are more likely to care for their parents in old age, whereas sons tend to prioritize their own families.

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JUSTICE ON OVERDRIVE: Federal High Court Declares Weekend Sessions To Tackle 2027 Pre-election Storm!.

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To accommodate the time constraints surrounding the 2027 general elections, the Federal High Court of Nigeria has implemented extended registry hours. Chief Registrar Yahaya Yakubu Shafa issued a notice on Thursday confirming that all court registries nationwide will now remain open on weekends and public holidays to process pre-election matter filings.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Key details regarding this directive include:

  • Operating Hours: Registries will be accessible for pre-election filings from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on weekends and public holidays.

  • Purpose: The measure is designed to ensure compliance with electoral laws and to address the limited time frame available for filing these specific matters before the 2027 elections.

  • Jurisdiction: Under the Electoral Act 2026, the Federal High Court holds exclusive jurisdiction over pre-election matters, serving as the sole authorized venue for such filings in the country.

  • Implementation: This directive is effective immediately across all divisions of the Federal High Court, with the 2027 general elections currently slated for January and February.

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‘ASHAWO’ EXPOSED! Shaffy Bello Drops Bombshell Advice To Women!.

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Veteran Nollywood actress Shaffy Bello recently shared a candid perspective on commercial sex work during an appearance on the Moraya Show. Acknowledging that some young women turn to this work out of necessity—such as to feed their families or support their siblings’ education—Bello stated that she does not judge those in these circumstances.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Her advice to those currently involved in this lifestyle includes the following:

  • She encourages women to carry out the work with respect and confidence (“full-chest”) if it is their current means of survival.

  • However, she firmly warns against viewing this as a permanent career path, urging women not to remain in the industry indefinitely.

Additionally, Shaffy Bello addressed her professional trajectory as an actor. Key points from her stance on her career include:

  • She maintains that actors do not need to become producers to be successful, stating that she prefers to stay in her own “lane”.

  • She emphasizes the importance of remaining true to one’s individual calling and talents rather than feeling pressured to expand into roles that do not align with them.

  • Reflecting on her journey to becoming a household name, she expressed a sense of responsibility to use the platform she has been given to make a meaningful impact.

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