ABUJA — Nigeria’s opposition political groups have stepped up efforts to build a common political platform ahead of the 2027 general elections. A meeting involving opposition figures has reportedly begun work on a framework for a possible single presidential candidate, with working groups expected to develop proposals within four weeks. The discussions include a controversial […]
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Tension broke out at the Lagos State Government Secretariat in Alausa, Ikeja, on Monday after police reportedly used tear gas to disperse pensioners protesting over unpaid pension increases, wage awards and other outstanding benefits. The protesters, drawn from the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) and retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), had gathered at […]
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JOHANNESBURG — South Africa’s political parties are stepping up their campaigns ahead of the November 4, 2026 local government elections. The election will be an important test for the African National Congress and its political rivals, particularly the Democratic Alliance. The ANC and DA have already intensified their battle over the performance of local governments, […]
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NAIROBI — Political preparations are already gathering momentum in Kenya as the country moves toward its next major electoral contest. Religious and civil society leaders are increasingly calling for peaceful political participation and responsible conduct among politicians. On Monday, the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops called for peacemaking ahead of the election period, stressing the […]
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NIAMEY — Niger’s military government has survived a serious internal security crisis after mutinous soldiers attacked important government and military locations in the capital, Niamey. The attempted mutiny targeted areas around the airport and the presidential palace and represented one of the most serious challenges to the military government since the 2023 coup. Niger’s authorities […]
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OSOGBO — The outcome and political impact of the 2026 Osun governorship election continue to attract attention as Nigerian political parties look ahead to the 2027 general election. The Osun poll was closely watched because it provided an important electoral test before the next presidential contest. Political observers have been studying the election for clues […]
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ABUJA — Fresh disagreements have emerged within the All Progressives Congress following the publication of candidate information for the 2027 elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The latest development has revived complaints connected to the party’s primary elections and the selection of candidates for various positions. Reports indicate that some politicians and party members […]
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ABUJA — Nigeria’s political temperature is rising as opposition parties and political leaders intensify efforts to build a stronger challenge to President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Opposition politicians are meeting in Abuja on Monday for a summit focused on cooperation and the possibility of creating […]
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has asked a federal court in Washington, D.C., to prevent the further public release of records held by United States law-enforcement agencies concerning historical investigations involving him. The development is part of a long-running Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) case brought by American transparency activist Aaron Greenspan, who is seeking records […]
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Bissau, Guinea-Bissau: Guinea-Bissau has held a constitutional referendum that could significantly increase the powers of the country’s presidency. The vote comes months after the military took control of the West African country following a political crisis. The proposed constitutional changes are part of a wider plan to reshape the country’s political system ahead of elections […]
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