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Andy Burnham has been preparing for Downing Street for over a year, says close associate
A senior ally confirms that Andy Burnham has been developing his strategy for the prime ministership for over a year, as Labour leadership nominations begin.
Senate Approves Legislation for Specialized Asset Recovery Agency
The Nigerian Senate has passed legislation to establish an independent agency for managing assets recovered from criminal activities and approved a bill to update regulations for the legal profession.
Nigerian Lawmakers Demand Re-evaluation of Ties With South Africa Amid Xenophobic Violence
Nigerian representatives are pushing for a review of diplomatic ties with South Africa following a series of deadly xenophobic attacks against their citizens.
Senate Authorizes N403.1 Billion for Nigeria Police Trust Fund 2025-2026 Budgets
The Nigerian Senate has approved a combined budget of N403.1 billion for the Police Trust Fund for 2025 and 2026 to enhance operational capacity and infrastructure.
Jigawa ADC members push for removal of governorship candidate Sabo Nakudu following corruption allegations
Jigawa State ADC members are demanding the removal of gubernatorial candidate Sabo Nakudu, citing an ICPC corruption indictment involving billions in missing project funds.
President Tinubu Submits Proposal to Amend Senior Secondary Education Commission Law
President Tinubu has asked the Senate to approve the National Senior Secondary Education Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2026, to help improve the management of secondary schooling in Nigeria.
Olawepo-Hashim Takes Accord Party and INEC to Court Over 2027 Presidential Ticket
Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has sued the Accord Party and INEC to force his recognition as the 2027 presidential candidate after he won the party's primary election.
Nyesom Wike Forecasts Election Hurdles for PDP in 2027
Minister Nyesom Wike claims the PDP faces a steep climb to win the 2027 presidential election due to unresolved internal party issues.
Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim Takes Legal Action to Secure Accord Party Presidential Ticket
Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has petitioned the Federal High Court to mandate the Accord Party to recognize his victory in the 2026 primaries and submit his name as the presidential candidate for the 2027 election.
Labour Party Leadership Dispute Stalls 2027 Election Planning
Sam Okpala, a Lagos Labour Party official, reports that the party's internal leadership crisis is delaying preparations for the 2027 elections as members await a Supreme Court verdict.