Archives Tag: Politics
Collate Africa, Launched to Enhance Election Transparency
April 19, 2022
Collate Africa, a real-time election results monitoring platform has been launched by Oo Nwoye, the founder of Fonebase Labs and co-creator of the project. Nwoye explains that many people had placed their faith in INEC’s technology but were ultimately let down, which led him and his colleagues to seek solutions to enhance transparency. Read … Continue reading Collate Africa, Launched to Enhance Election Transparency
Bruised But Unbowed: Jennifer Efidi
April 19, 2022
Today being International Women’s Day, we spotlight Jennifer Efidi, a resident in Lagos state, who on February 25th, was allegedly assaulted by thugs while she was waiting to cast her vote at Polling Unit 065 in Surulere. Despite suffering injuries to her face from the attack, she went back later to cast her vote. … Continue reading Bruised But Unbowed: Jennifer Efidi
Who Is Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour?
April 19, 2022
Gbadebo Chinedu Rhodes-Vivour, who also goes by the nickname GRV, is a Nigerian who was born on March 8th, 1983. He is an architect, activist, and politician. In the forthcoming 2023 Lagos State gubernatorial election, he will be representing the Labour Party (LP) as their gubernatorial candidate for Lagos State. In the 2019 Nigerian … Continue reading Who Is Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour?
Peter Obi Finally Speaks on 2023 Presidential Election
April 19, 2022
After the conclusion of Nigeria’s presidential election on February 25, 2023, which saw the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate Bola Tinubu declared the winner despite alleged irregularities, the Labour Party’s flagbearer, Peter Obi, has finally spoken out. Obi claims that his party was the true winner of the election and he will use all … Continue reading Peter Obi Finally Speaks on 2023 Presidential Election
The Choices Before Us in the 2023 Presidential Election
April 19, 2022
In less than 24 hours, the 2023 presidential election will be upon us. The long-expected date, the 25th of February, would be a reality, and for the majority of Nigerians, it is expected to be an auspicious day. However, the bottom line is the fact that the die is finally cast. All talking points should … Continue reading The Choices Before Us in the 2023 Presidential Election
Police Chief Orders Restriction of Movement Nationwide on Election Day
April 19, 2022
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, has directed that there should be a prohibition of all types of vehicular movement, including roads, waterways, and other modes of transportation, from midnight until 6 pm on the day of the election, except for essential services such as INEC Officials, Electoral Observers, the media, Ambulances … Continue reading Police Chief Orders Restriction of Movement Nationwide on Election Day
Nigeria Labour Congress Throws Weight Behind Peter Obi
April 19, 2022
The Nigeria Labour Congress has announced that it is backing Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, in the upcoming presidential election on Saturday. The announcement was made at a meeting of the congress’ National Administrative Council held on Wednesday. The NLC, along with the Trade Union Congress, had previously declared their … Continue reading Nigeria Labour Congress Throws Weight Behind Peter Obi
SDP Endorses Peter Obi for President
April 19, 2022
On Wednesday night, during a meeting held in Abuja, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) made an announcement that they would be endorsing the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for the upcoming polls on Saturday. The SDP is a political party in Nigeria, and the Labour Party is another political party, also operating … Continue reading SDP Endorses Peter Obi for President
List of Things You Should Take to Your Polling Unit
April 19, 2022
Elections play a crucial role in ensuring democracy in Nigeria, as it grants citizens the opportunity to vote and elect their preferred leaders. For Nigerian citizens planning to participate in the upcoming election scheduled to hold on Saturday, 25th February, it is crucial to be familiar with the necessary items to bring along to … Continue reading List of Things You Should Take to Your Polling Unit
5 Things Businesses Should Do Before the 2023 Elections
April 19, 2022
As the 2023 federal legislative and presidential elections draw closer, Nigerians are starting to plan for the momentous day. They are stocking up on household supplies and making sure that they have all the basic items they’ll need to get by. And you should too. Read more about Business If you’re a business owner, … Continue reading 5 Things Businesses Should Do Before the 2023 Elections
ADC Adopts Peter Obi For President
April 19, 2022
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has endorsed the Labor Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and VP candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, for the presidency. Read more about Politics The endorsement came on the heels of a grand coalition for the Obi/Datti presidency. The star alliance partners are Nigeria Mothers for Good Governance, Fulani United, Nigeria Artisans, League … Continue reading ADC Adopts Peter Obi For President
Peter Obi Maintains Lead in New NOI Poll
April 19, 2022
A final nationwide opinion poll was conducted by NOI Polls Limited on behalf of Anap Foundation in the first half of February 2023, in preparation for the upcoming 2023 Nigerian Presidential elections. This is the third poll in the series, with two earlier polls carried out in September and December 2022 using the same … Continue reading Peter Obi Maintains Lead in New NOI Poll
How a Peter Obi Presidency Could Impact Businesses
April 19, 2022
As the 2023 presidential election draws closer, the Nigerian public continues to prepare for the most consequential exercise of civil willpower in many years. Would-be voters anticipate the chance to elect the next leader of the country. The undecided voters among this number are, for the last time, weighing the options (Peter Obi, Atiku … Continue reading How a Peter Obi Presidency Could Impact Businesses
15-year-old Yusuf Alabi at the Obi-Datti Rally in Lagos
April 19, 2022
A 15-year-old named Yusuf Alabi who was captured in a widely shared photo standing in front of the Labor Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has revealed why he did it. During a recent campaign rally in Lagos, Obi, who used to be the governor of Anambra State, was joined by the party’s vice presidential … Continue reading 15-year-old Yusuf Alabi at the Obi-Datti Rally in Lagos
NUC Orders Closure of Varsities for Elections
April 19, 2022
The National Universities Commission (NUC) has ordered the closure of all universities and inter-university centres from February 22 to March 14. During this shutdown, there will be no academic activities. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Deputy Executive Secretary (Administration), Chris Maiyaki. Read more about Politics The reason for this … Continue reading NUC Orders Closure of Varsities for Elections
