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 NPF ON ARREST OF FAKE NIMC WEBSITE SYNDICATE  The Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre has apprehended key actors behind a fake National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) website, following a petition submitted to the Inspector-General of Police by the Director-General of the Commission. The suspects were accused of unauthorized access, distribution, and commercialization of Nigerians’ personally identifiable information.  More details later

Mexican Senators Clash in Physical Altercation After Heated Debate Mexican Senator Gerardo Fernández Noroña of the ruling Morena party and Senator Alejandro Moreno of the opposition PRI party were involved in a physical confrontation following a tense debate in the Senate.  The altercation erupted after accusations that opposition parties, including PRI and PAN, had called for U.S. military intervention to combat drug cartels—a claim both parties vehemently deny.  Watch video below. 

 SUSPECT OF YELWATA ATTACK IN COURT The Department of the state service DSS   has filed at the federal high court Abuja, six separate charges against terror suspects who carried out deadly attacks on the people of Yelwata village in Guma local government area of Benue state which left several people dead and others injured. Although the 6 charges involved 9 suspects apprehended through intelligence gathering by DSS operatives, two of them are however charged to court on four counts charges in relation to the Yelwata massacre. They are Haruna Adamu and Muhammad Abdullahi of Awe local government area of Nassarawa state, who were alleged among others still at large. The offence is said to be contrary to and punishable under section 12 of terrorism prevention Act, 2022. The DSS in the charge also accused the two defendants of concealing information on the planned act of terrorism and killings in Abinsi and Yelwata villages between June 13th and 14th.  In the charge filed...

 Kebbi Govt. appoints Sanusi Mika'ilu Sami as new Emir of Zuru  The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr Nasir Idris has approved the appointment of Sanusi Mika'ilu Sami as the new Emir of Zuru. Presenting the letter to the new Emir on Thursday in Zuru, the Hon. Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Garba Umar Dutsin-Mari said the appointment was based on recommendation of the election committee. He said out of the three candidates that applied for the position and screened by the Zuru Emirate Emir-ship election committee, Alhaji Sanusi Mika'ilu Sami got the highest votes to clinch the throne. The commissioner said the appointment of the new Emir was due to the demise of His Royal Highness, late Emir of Zuru, Alhaji Muhammad Sani Sami Gomo II, who passed away on Aug. 16, 2025 at a London hospital. Dutsin-Mari thanked the Kebbi State Governor for approving the appointment of the new Emir and urged the new royal father to justify the confidence reposed i...

 ASUU Lagos Zone demands payment of living wage The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Lagos Zone, has urged the Federal Government to pay its members a living wage rather than a minimum wage. Lagos Zonal Coordinator of ASUU, Adesola Nassir, made the demand during a press conference at the union’s secretariat, University of Lagos. The call came two days after ASUU members in Lagos staged a peaceful protest at the university to draw the government’s attention to their plight and demand outstanding salaries owed to them. Nassir argued that the current minimum wage was inadequate given the economic realities in the country. According to him, the union has held several meetings with government agencies to push for the payment of promotion arrears of up to four years, arrears of wage awards, and palliatives. He noted, however, that “no payment has been made to date”. He warned that ASUU reserved the right to embark on a nationwide strike at any time, stressing that “whatever h...

  APC kicks over Oyo assembly’s approval of Gov. Makinde’s fresh N300 billion loan The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has expressed concerns over alleged plans by Governor Seyi Makinde to obtain a fresh loan of N300 billion loan. A report on Wednesday said that the State House of Assembly, led by the Speaker, Debo Ogundoyin, reconvened during recess on August 16 and August 26 to consider the loan request In a statement signed by the state APC Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare to journalists on Thursday in Ibadan, the APC said that the development raised questions about transparency and due process in governance. The APC warned that continuous borrowing might affect the state’s economy and the welfare of its citizens if not carefully managed. It alleged that the decision was made without the involvement of its four lawmakers in the chamber, who were not fully briefed before approval was given. Mr Sadare said that the party might mobilise residents to embark on a peaceful p...

 Judge rejects Meta’s bid to dismiss sexual harassment lawsuit from former employee  A federal judge has denied Meta’s request to dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by former employee Kelly Stonelake, allowing parts of the case to move forward. U.S. District Judge Barbara Rothstein ruled that some of Stonelake’s claims had merit, paving the way for continued proceedings. Stonelake, who worked at Meta from 2009 until her layoff in early 2024, alleges sexual harassment, sex discrimination, and retaliation during her time at the company. She claims Meta failed to act after she reported sexual assault and harassment, that she was repeatedly passed over for promotions in favor of male colleagues, and that she faced retaliation after raising concerns over a video game she deemed racist and harmful to minors. Stonelake said these experiences had severe effects on her mental health, requiring medical treatment. In response to the ruling, Stonelake expressed hope that it would e...

 Fugitive wanted for wife’s murder in California surrenders in Peru  A Southern California man accused of killing his wife and fleeing to Peru with their children surrendered to authorities Wednesday in Lima, Peru. Jossimar Cabrera Cornejo, 36, turned himself in at Interpol headquarters and is now being held in preventive detention. Cabrera is wanted on one count of murder in the Aug. 10 death of his 33-year-old wife, Sheylla Cabrera, with authorities alleging he used a knife as a deadly weapon. Peruvian police released a video showing him handcuffed, wearing a shirt bearing the Interpol insignia. Extradition to the United States is expected to take several months, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Their three children were located in Peru on Aug. 16 and placed into protective custody. District Attorney Nathan Hochman described the allegations as “horrific” and emphasized that domestic violence devastates communities and families. Authorities say Cabrer...

 Missing New Orleans boy killed by blunt force trauma from alligator, officials say A 12-year-old nonverbal boy from New Orleans who went missing earlier this month was found dead Tuesday, with authorities saying an alligator attack contributed to his death. New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick reported that Bryan Vasquez drowned after suffering blunt force trauma from the animal. His body was discovered in a lagoon in the Michoud neighborhood. Officials are continuing an investigation into the boy’s death, which Kirkpatrick described as “unclassified.” Vasquez disappeared on Aug. 14, prompting a large-scale search and criticism of the police department after it was revealed that authorities did not respond to a 911 call regarding the boy for five hours. Kirkpatrick said she requested an internal affairs investigation into the delayed response, noting that “something’s not right here.” Authorities also obtained a search warrant for the cell phones of Vasquez’s parents...

 Angela Mortimer, tennis champion who triumphed over adversity, dies at 93 Angela Mortimer, the British tennis champion who overcame dysentery and partial deafness to claim three Grand Slam singles titles, including her final victory at Wimbledon in 1961, passed away on Monday in London at the age of 93. She died of cancer in a hospital, a fact confirmed by Robert McNicol, historian of the All England Club, home of Wimbledon. Mortimer was 29 and nearing the end of her amateur-era career when she faced fellow Briton Christine Truman in the Wimbledon women’s singles final. After winning the first set and leading in the second, she capitalized on Truman’s fall and leg cramp to take the second and third sets. Praised for her tactical play, driving control, and court awareness, Mortimer was described as introverted yet beloved. Her partial deafness, which she rarely disclosed, helped her focus during matches, including her 1955 Wimbledon women’s doubles win alongside Anne Shilcock. Born...

 PRESS RELEASE IGP HARPS ON GLOBAL COLLABORATION TO CURB CATTLE RUSTLING, CONTAIN CBRNE THREATS IN AFRICA. Reaffirms Nigeria’s Commitment to Combating Terrorism, Transnational Crimes. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, while presenting a paper at the 27th INTERPOL African Regional Conference held in Cape Town, South Africa, has called for urgent and concerted international cooperation to address the escalating security challenges posed by cattle rustling and its dangerous convergence with terrorism financing, as well as the spread of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) threats across Africa.  The Inspector-General of Police raised concern over the transformation of cattle rustling in West Africa from a rural nuisance into a sophisticated criminal enterprise that fuels terrorism, armed groups, and cross-border criminal networks. He further warned of the dangerous nexus between cattle rustling and CBRNE threat...

Peacock to join Prime Video under broad Comcast-Amazon agreement NBCUniversal’s streaming service, Peacock, will now be available as an add-on for Prime Video subscribers through a comprehensive deal between Amazon and Comcast. Under the agreement, Peacock Premium Plus—the ad-free tier—will cost $16.99 per month or $169.99 per year via Prime Video Channels, Amazon’s platform for aggregating streaming services. Prime Video Channels already offers access to services like HBO Max, Paramount+, Starz, and Apple TV+, highlighting its role in driving subscriptions and consolidating billing. While Peacock has previously avoided bundles and channel partnerships, the Amazon arrangement signals a likely shift toward more such deals in the future. Though Peacock is included in Comcast Xfinity bundles and a deal with Charter Spectrum, this marks its first addition to a major tech platform’s channel offerings. Other platforms such as YouTube and Roku offer similar channel services, while Disney and ...

 Ex-Puerto Rico governor admits guilt in campaign finance case Former Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vázquez pleaded guilty on Wednesday to a misdemeanor campaign finance violation for accepting a promise of a political contribution from a Venezuelan banker in 2020. The plea, significantly more lenient than the felony charges she faced in 2022, was endorsed by a senior Trump-era Justice Department official and reluctantly accepted by a federal judge, who described it as little more than a “slap on the wrist.” Vázquez, 65, admitted in Federal District Court in San Juan to accepting a promise of a donation from a foreign national valued between $2,000 and $25,000. Under the plea agreement, she is set to be sentenced on Oct. 15 to between six months and a year of probation. The charges she faced in 2022—conspiracy, federal programs bribery, and honest services wire fraud—carried potential prison sentences of up to 20 years. A Republican who endorsed Donald Trump and a member of Puerto Ric...

  Israeli airstrikes reportedly kill soldiers in Syria, officials say Israel carried out two consecutive nights of airstrikes on al-Kiswah, a suburb of Damascus, Syrian officials reported, with at least six Syrian soldiers killed in the attacks. State media also reported a rare “airborne landing” by Israeli forces in the same area, though the timing of the operation was not specified. The Syrian Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes as a “clear breach of sovereignty and territorial integrity” and accused Israel of pursuing policies that destabilize the region. Syrian reports said the soldiers killed had been patrolling the area when they discovered “surveillance and eavesdropping equipment,” and additional government personnel were injured while vehicles were destroyed. Israeli officials have not commented on the operations. The attacks follow heightened Israeli military activity in Syria since rebels overthrew Bashar al-Assad’s predecessor, with hundreds of airstrikes targeting m...

European nations take steps to reimpose sanctions on Iran over nuclear program Britain, France, and Germany informed the United Nations on Thursday that Iran is violating its commitments under the 2015 nuclear agreement and moved to reactivate sanctions that had been suspended under that deal. The notification starts a 30-day consultation period during which European and Iranian diplomats are expected to intensify negotiations to prevent the sanctions from taking effect. In a joint statement, the three foreign ministers emphasized their commitment to resolving the issue through diplomacy. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called the move illegal and warned that Iran would respond to protect its national interests, urging the European countries to reverse the decision. The so-called snapback sanctions would restore pre-2015 penalties, including arms embargoes, asset freezes, visa bans, and restrictions on ballistic missile production. European officials view the sanctions as lever...

 Hilary Duff to star in Hulu comedy series Pretty Ugly about beauty pageants Hilary Duff is set to star in a new comedy series about beauty pageants, titled “Pretty Ugly,” currently in development at Hulu. The series comes from Kirker Butler, known for his work on “Only Murders in the Building,” who is writing and executive producing. Duff will also serve as an executive producer alongside Silver Tree, who is attached to direct, and Aaron Kaplan of Kapital Entertainment. In the series, Duff will play Miranda Miller, a former teenage pageant queen determined to make her ten-year-old daughter, Bailey, the most successful child pageant contestant in the country. Bailey, however, is burned out from competitions she’s been entering since infancy and wants nothing to do with her mother’s ambitions. The story follows Miranda’s relentless pursuit of a beauty pageant empire, which also involves her unborn daughter. Complications arise as her husband, Ray—a nurse with a penchant for taking r...

 El-Fasher: Dozens killed in fresh shelling of Sudanese city under siege At least 24 people were killed and 55 others injured in the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) shelling on El-Fasher, the capital of North Darfur in western Sudan, medics said on Thursday. Sudan Doctors Network said in a statement that the RSF struck a central marketplace and the Awlad Al-Reef neighbourhood in El-Fasher, killing 24 and injuring 55 people, including five women. “This heinous crime adds to a series of war crimes and acts of genocide targeting unarmed civilians in El-Fasher for more than a year, amidst a tight siege and a severe shortage of food, medicine, and essential services,” the organization said. It called on the international community to take urgent action to stop the deliberate shelling and the siege of the city through piling pressure on the leadership of the paramilitary group. Humanitarian corridors There was no immediate comment from the paramilitary group on the report. El-Fas...

 Katsina couple’s kidnappers demand N600m ransom Gunmen who abducted a couple and their daughter during an attack on Filin Canada Quarters in Sabuwar Unguwa area of Katsina metropolis, were said to have contacted the family and demanded N600 million as ransom. A family source, who pleaded anonymity, disclosed this to Daily Trust yesterday. Anas Ahmadu, 33; his wife, Halimat and their daughter, Jidda, were abducted on Tuesday morning. A vigilante member identified as Abdullahi Muhammad, 25, was reportedly shot dead while attempting to rescue the victims against the attackers who fled the scene before the arrival of security operatives. The source said Anas’ phone number was used to contact the wife’s uncle, Malam Ibrahim, to demand ransom yesterday. He said the kidnappers were told that the family could not afford the amount demanded. Radda cuts short foreign medical leave The governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umar Radda, has cut short his official leave over the renewed bandits’ att...

 Dangote to Build $2.5 Billion Fertilizer Plant in Ethiopia Aliko Dangote has signed a multibillion-dollar agreement with the Ethiopian government to establish a new fertilizer plant worth $2.5 billion. The agreement was signed in Addis Ababa on Thursday, under which Dangote will own 60% of the plant, while the Ethiopian government, through Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH), will hold the remaining 40%. According to the plan, the plant will be located in the Somali region in eastern Ethiopia. Construction is expected to take about 40 months to complete, with the facility set to produce 3 million tons of fertilizer annually. The plant will be linked to the Calub and Hilala gas fields in the southeast through a gas pipeline. EIH stated that the project will reduce Ethiopia’s dependence on fertilizer imports, ensure local supply of quality fertilizer, and ease the pressure on foreign exchange. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed described the deal as a major step toward achieving the country’...

 Traditional ruler orders closure of shops, markets in Akure for festival A traditional ruler in Ondo State, the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi, has directed the closure of markets, shops and stalls in Akure on Friday in honour of the Amole Festival. This is contained in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the traditional ruler, Mr Michael Adeyeye, on Thursday in Akure. “The closure becomes obligatory as part of the necessary rites in observing the age long tradition of the Amole Festival. “There will be no opening of markets, shops, stalls, or trading under any guise during the festival. “Residents, market women and shop owners are kindly enjoined to abide by this directive and ensure strict observance of the rules,” Adeyeye said. He said that only pharmaceutical shops and patent medicine stores were exempted from the closure during the festival. He, however, said that there would be no restriction of human and vehicular movements during the festival.

 Two Nigerians arrested in Libya for robbery Police in Tripoli, Libya, have arrested two Nigerians for allegedly carrying out a series of robberies in the city. The suspects, both undocumented migrants, were arrested on August 25 after they were captured on CCTV robbing a convenience store. Migrant Rescue Watch, an organisation that monitors migrant activities, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. According to the group, the suspects had allegedly been responsible for multiple break-ins and robberies targeting commercial stores with the intent of seizing cash. The statement said, “Police in Tripoli arrested 2 undocumented #migrants of Nigerian nationality responsible for series of break and entries and robberies. The accused were targeting commercial stores with the intent of seizing cash. The case was referred to public prosecutor.”

 'Haters won’t win' - Mercy Johnson celebrates 14 years of marriage Nollywood star, Mercy Johnson, has marked 14 years of marriage with her husband, Prince Odianosen Okojie, in a blaze of gratitude and testimony. Taking to Instagram on Wednesday, the actress poured encomium on her husband, describing him as her “friend and strength,” while crediting God for keeping their home intact despite battles and naysayers. “Happy wedding anniversary to us @princeodiokojie. 14yrs with my husband, my friend and my strength. Awesome God, they said no but God said yes. They said to ruin it but God kept fixing it all and to him be all the glory,” she wrote. Prince Okojie, not left out of the love fest, also gave thanks to God for sustaining their union. “Our God is so gracious and kind. After 14 years of Marriage, we’re still blessed with God’s unending love and blessings. We’re grateful for every moment we’ve shared, and we’re excited for many more years of love, laughter, and blessings toge...

 Nigeria’s top 10 most educated States By Abiodun Alfred The States below are the most educated in Nigeria according to the Nigeria Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in 2023. The report remains valid having not been updated.  IMO STATE: Eastern Heartland Imo holds the distinction of being the most educated State in Nigeria with a literacy rate of 96.43%, the highest in the country. This achievement reflects the State’s strong emphasis on education and the effectiveness of its policies in promoting school attendance and retention.The state records an out-of-school rate of 8% at the upper secondary level one of the lowest nationwide alongside a dropout rate of 21%. These figures demonstrate both progress and the ongoing need to address challenges in sustaining student engagement through the completion of secondary education.With seven tertiary institutions, Imo State further underscores its commitment to higher education, providing its citizens with opportunities for academic and profe...

 EQUATORIAL GUINEA PRESIDENT'S SON BAGS SIX YEARS IN JAIL Ruslan Obiang Nsue, the son of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo of Equatorial Guinea has been sentenced to six years in prison. A former director of Ceiba Intercontinental, 50-year-old Nsue is convicted of selling off his country's ATR 72-500 airplane to a Spanish company and pocketing the cash. A court ruled that Nsue could avoid six years in jail if he paid $255,000 to the airline, along with damages and a fine to the state. The missing national carrier was found to have been sold when Nsue could not account for it.

UCHENNA KANU BUILDS MANSION FOR HER MUM Super Falcons striker, Uchenna Kanu, unveiled a new mansion she constructed for her mother.  The Racing Louisville FC forward in the United States National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) grew up hawking fresh fruits in Abia State before she took up sports.  She played for the Super Falcons at the 2019 and 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cups, as well as the 2024 Summer Olympics. Her inspiring story and gift to her mother is enviable. More photos below. 

 PELLER REPORTED SAFE AFTER ALLEGED ABDUCTION  Sensational TikToker, Peller, is reported safe after rumours earlier gained grounds that he was abducted.  While the abduction story is still unconfirmed, it is now confirmed that Peller is currently with the Divisional Police Officer in Lagos Island. His friends and associates, Sandra Bende and Tekunbi as well as Jo Blaq, confirmed on live video that Peller is safe. They also called his other friends to confirm his safety. 

 Rwanda welcomes first group of migrants deported by US A first group of seven migrants has arrived in Rwanda as part of a deal to accept deportees from the United States, the Rwandan government said Thursday. "The first group of seven vetted migrants arrived in Rwanda in mid-August... Three of the individuals have expressed a desire to return to their home countries, while four wish to stay and build lives in Rwanda," government spokesperson Yolande Makolo told AFP. The authorities offered no information on the nationalities of the seven deportees. Rwanda said on August 5 that it would accept up to 250 migrants from the US, stating that it would have "the ability to approve each individual proposed for resettlement". Trump’s deportation drive The first arrivals are "accommodated by an international organisation with visits by the International Organisation on Migration and Rwandan social services," Makolo said. Washington has been pushing a deportation dr...

 I’m not contesting any political office in 2027 – El-Rufai A former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has said that he won’t contest for any political office in the 2027 general elections, stating that his renewed involvement in politics was to support credible leadership at all levels of government. El-Rufai made the declaration in Kaduna during the reception of new decampees from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by Aliyu Bello. The former governor said that his initial plan after leaving office in 2023 was to step back from partisan politics; however, recent developments, he noted, compelled him to return, not for any personal ambition, but to play a supportive role. El-Rufai also took a swipe at the present administration, stating that Nigerians do not need further explanation to recognise its shortcomings. He said, “This government does nothing but lie every day. I am not contesting for anything. I don’t want to go to the ...

 Global Airlines propose raising international pilot retirement age to 67 A group representing global airlines has asked the U.N.’s aviation agency to raise the international age limit for commercial pilots to 67 years from 65, saying worldwide demand for air travel is outstripping the supply of aviators. Reuters reports that the U.N.’s International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) will consider the proposal, which has been opposed by major U.S. pilot unions, at its General Assembly that convenes on September 23. International rules prohibit airline pilots older than 65 from flying international flights, and many countries, including the United States, apply the same rule domestically as well. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), which represents about 350 airlines, said raising the limit by two years is a “cautious but reasonable step consistent with safety.” There would still have to be at least two pilots operating each flight, including one younger than 65 if ...

  FG Hikes International Passport Fees to ₦100,000 The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced a revision of passport application fees. The cost of obtaining a 32-page passport with a 5-year validity has been raised from ₦50,000 to ₦100,000. Similarly, the 64-page passport with a 10-year validity will now cost ₦200,000, up from the previous ₦100,000. The new rates will officially take effect from September 1, 2025.

 LAGOS MOJ, ROLAC SENSITISE STAKEHOLDERS ON PLEA BARGAIN, DISTRICT PROSECUTOR'S SCHEME The Lagos State Ministry of Justice, in conjunction with the Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption (ROLAC) Programme, recently organised a Second Stakeholders' Meeting on Plea Bargain and District Prosecutor's Scheme at Protea Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. Addressing participants at the meeting which was a hybrid version of both physical and virtual, the Hon. Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro (S.A.N) ably represented by the Solicitor General and Permanent Secretary, Mr. Hameed Oyenuga, appreciated the presence of stakeholders and noted that their participation reflects a shared commitment to improving the efficiency, fairness, and responsiveness of the Criminal Justice System.  "This meeting is a vital step in advancing reforms. The plea bargain mechanism helps to ease the burden on our courts and ensures quicker case resolution, while the District Prosecutors Scheme de...

 NLC Demands Immediate Inauguration of PenCom Board, Accuses Tinubu’s Government of Lacking Transparency The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to cease making excuses and urgently inaugurate the board of the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The demand was made in a statement issued by NLC President Joe Ajaero on Wednesday, amid reports that the Tinubu administration has yet to constitute the PenCom governing board. Ajaero criticized the federal government’s failure to establish the board for over five years, describing it as a sign of a “lack of transparency” in managing workers’ pension funds. “This aloofness goes to the heart of the lack of transparency in the management of pension funds,” he said, pointing to a “dysfunctional governance architecture” as the root cause of the crisis. The NLC president emphasized the union’s pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s contributory pension system and vowed to protect workers’ interests. “We do not n...

 Amaechi Declares Bid for ADC Presidential Ticket, Vows to Challenge Tinubu in 2027 Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has announced his intention to contest the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking to journalists in Kano State on Wednesday, Amaechi expressed confidence in securing the ADC ticket and facing President Bola Tinubu in the national polls. “I will contest the ADC presidential primary, and by God’s grace, I hope to win so that I can face Tinubu in 2027. I am not stepping down for anyone. Let the people decide who they want to lead,” he declared. Amaechi, who made the remarks following a meeting with traders in Kano, emphasized the need for a transparent and competitive primary process within the ADC. He argued that fostering internal democracy would strengthen the party’s position. “Whether the government wants to conduct credible elections or not, one thing is certain—time is up,” Amaechi sa...