Nigeria Digest: July 28, 2025 - Key Highlights

Lagos governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu swore in 57 newly elected chairmen and vice-chairmen for the state's 20 local government areas and 37 local council development areas. Sanwo-Olu urged the officials to avoid misuse of funds and prioritize grassroots development.

Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Baba-Ahmed warned that election rigging in the 2027 elections could destabilize the country. He called on political leaders and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure credible elections.

The Chairman of Chanchaga Local Government Area in Niger State, Aminu Yakubu Ladan, was suspended by the legislative council following allegations of misconduct and misappropriation of funds. Ladan had recently sued the state government over attempts to remove him from office.

A Sokoto state lawmaker distributed farm inputs to 2,800 constituents to help improve local agriculture. Former council leaders expressed support for the initiative, emphasizing the importance of providing farmers with resources.

Members of the Lagos All Progressives Congress (APC) protested at the state House of Assembly, demanding the removal of party chairman Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi and federal lawmaker James Faleke. They cited concerns about candidate imposition and anti-grassroots leadership.

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) postponed the local government elections to August 30, 2025. The main elections will be held on August 30, with run-offs scheduled for September 6.

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State dismissed suggestions that the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) presents a significant threat in the 2027 elections, emphasizing the APC's strong coalition.

The RSIEC postponed the local government elections in Rivers State to August 30, 2025. The decision comes after the former RSIEC Chairman and board were dissolved following a state of emergency declaration by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) stated that they are not fixated on zoning for the 2027 presidential election, instead focusing on building a grassroots campaign across Nigeria.