The Nigerian Senate has approved the electronic transmission of election results from polling units, amending the Electoral Act to allow digital uploads to INEC’s result viewing portal, while retaining manual documentation as a fallback where technology fails.
Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah calls for a bold reimagining of the South East as a unified economic bloc, proposing a South East Common Market anchored on shared infrastructure, coordinated security, aligned regulations, and systems-driven regional growth under Vision 2050.
As he marks his birthday with thanksgiving, Fr. Albert Ikpenwa reflects on personal losses and warns against neglect of Bigard Seminary, urging shared responsibility.
The passage of the Nigeria Electoral Act Amendment 2026 by the Senate introduces revised timelines, entrenches BVAS accreditation and retains INEC’s discretion on results transmission, with major implications for electoral credibility ahead of 2027.
Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s threat to shut and demolish Onitsha Main Market over sit-at-home compliance has reignited debate on fear, governance, and the failure of collective political leadership in Nigeria’s South-East.
Court grants leniency to a convict in Abuja, releasing him due to ill-health after he pleaded guilty to joint act and theft, while warning against future offences.
Aviation takes centre stage in Enugu as the Eastwing Southeast Aviation Summit 2026 targets the empowerment of over 50 South-East youths through mentorship, skills development, innovation and career opportunities in the aviation industry.
Investment takes centre stage as Vice President Kashim Shettima arrives in Asaba for the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit aimed at boosting investor confidence, partnerships and economic growth.
Baby joy fills the House of Oduduwa as the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, and Olori Oluwatosin welcome the birth of a healthy baby girl, with the royal family expressing gratitude to God for the safe delivery.