The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday said political parties in Nigeria are not allowed to receive funds from foreign countries. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, INEC National Commissioner, Festus Okoye, said parties are also not allowed to receive funds anonymously. The provision may affect parties such as […]
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JUST IN: Aisha Buhari apologises to Nigerians over economic hardship
The First Lady, Dr. Aisha Muhammadu Buhari, on Friday apologised to Nigerians over the harsh economic realities and insecurity experienced under the Buhari-led government. Speaking during the 62nd Independence Day Special Juma’at prayer and Public Lecture themed Shura: The Islamic Foundation of True Democracy at the National Mosque Conference Hall, […]
Missing top INEC staff found dead
A staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC in Anambra state Mr Duruocha Osita Joel has been reported dead in controversial circumstances. National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee of INEC, Barr. Festus Okoye in a statement on Friday disclosed that on Wednesday, 28th September 2022, the […]
Osun state Government releases N1.2bn for pension payment
The Osun State Governor, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, has released a sum of N350,000,000 for the payment of retirement benefits of pensioners on Contributory Pensions Scheme in the state civil service. The amount was said to be in addition to N752,000,000, monthly pension to be paid to retirees under the old […]
From the Foreign Scene, Finland to bar Russians after Putin’s mobilization order
Finland has said she will refuse entry to Russians with Schengen tourist visas starting today Friday, September 30, following a surge in arrivals after Moscow’s mobilization order to fight in the war in Ukraine. The decision, kpakpando understand, is aimed to completely prevent the current situation of Russian tourism to […]
Ahmad Lawan Finally Acknowledges Machina, Admits End To 23-Year National Assembly Journey.
Senate President Ahmad Lawan has finally recognised Bashir Machina as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Yobe North Senatorial District election in 2023. Kpakpando had reported how Lawan and Machina have been locked in a fierce battle for the seat. But on Wednesday, a Federal High Court in Yobe […]
2023: Presidential candidates sign peace accord, Tinubu unavailable.
As campaigns officially commence for 2023 general elections, presidential candidates have signed a peace accord in Abuja, the nation’s political capital. The Chairman of the National Peace Committee and former military head of state, Abdusalami Abubakar, appealed to the 18 political parties, their presidential candidates, and spokespersons to commit to […]
NECO releases 2022 SSCE results
The National Examinations Council has released the 2022 Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination results. NECO Registrar, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, announced the results on Thursday at the NECO Headquarters in Minna, Niger State. Aside from the results, Wushishi said the council blacklisted 29 supervisors for their alleged involvement in various malpractice […]
Mbaka reopens Adoration on Sunday
Father Ejike Mbaka, the Spiritual Director of Adoration Ministry, Enugu Nigeria (AMEN) has announced the date for the reopening of the ministry, three months after it was shut down. The spiritual Director of AMEN had on June 18th, announced the shutting down of activities at his Adoration Ministry Indefinitely. The […]
SOLUDO Gets COMMENDATIONS, Applauses For Appointing MRS ANATUNE AS ASUBEB BOARD MEMBER
It has been commendation galore for Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, Governor of Anambra, following the announcement of Mrs. Ifeyinwa Rose Anatune as a full-time member of the Board of Anambra State Universal Basic Education (ASUBEB,) Mrs Ifeyinwa Anatune who is an education specialist is the wife of the late Joe […]