Nigeria Daily

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to replace Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma with former governor Rochas Okorocha as the APC’s senatorial candidate for Imo West. With Uzodimma’s tenure expected to end in 2028 and the next general election scheduled for 2027, questions arise about his Senate ambition, the constitutionality of contesting another elective office while serving as governor, and his next move. In this episode of Nigeria Daily, we ask: what does the court ruling mean...

The latest attack on Binnari community in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State has left dozens dead, homes destroyed and residents fearful of another possible attack. Despite previous security measures in the area, the incident has renewed concerns about how vulnerable communities can be better protected. While security deployment remains important in responding to threats, questions persist about the role of intelligence gathering, early-warning systems, basic infrastructure a...

A climate phenomenon originating in the Pacific Ocean is raising concerns about extreme weather across the world, including potential heat-related risks in Nigeria. Known as El Niño, it occurs when sea temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific become unusually warm, influencing temperature and rainfall patterns across different continents. The World Meteorological Organisation has warned of a strong El Niño event extending into early 2027, while Nigeria’s meteorological agency...

The killing of dozens of people in Binnari community, Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, has raised fresh concerns about the safety of rural communities and the ability of security agencies to protect residents from deadly attacks. What makes the incident even more troubling is the sharp difference between the initial casualty figure released by the police and subsequent reports. While the police initially confirmed 10 deaths, the figure later rose to 58, according to commen...

The APC has kicked off its 2027 re-election campaign in Kaduna, with President Bola Tinubu defending his administration’s record and seeking another four-year mandate. While the President blames previous administrations for hunger and poverty, his government says it is working to address these challenges through economic reforms and relief measures. However, many Nigerians are still struggling with the high cost of food, transportation and other basic necessities. On today’s...