Nigeria News Digest: July 30, 2025

The PDP in Osun State accused former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of plotting to rig the 2026 governorship election with the alleged support of the Attorney General and withheld local government funds.

Governor Mohammed of Bauchi State expressed condolences over the death of Alhaji Ahmed Makama Hardawa, Chairman of the Bauchi State Independent Electoral Commission (BASIEC).

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticized the APC's new National Chairman for his remarks on the 2027 presidency, calling them arrogant and dismissive of voters seeking change.

Nimo community residents accused their traditional ruler, Igwe Maxi Ike Oliobi, and the local government chairman of land grabbing and unlawfully detaining critics, including elderly community members.

INEC warned against underage and multiple voter registrations ahead of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise set to begin in Kebbi State on August 18.

Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu withdrew his indigeneship bill after concerns were raised by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS).

INEC and the National Orientation Agency (NOA) plan to strengthen their collaboration to improve voter education and mobilization efforts.

A group of young professionals from Abia North cautioned against premature discussions about endorsing Governor Alex Otti for a second term in 2027, urging broader stakeholder consultations.

Isoko lawyers filed a lawsuit against the Delta State Assembly and others, alleging exclusion from N230 billion worth of capital projects in Isoko South and Isoko North.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) clarified that Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, is not a card-carrying member of their party, though part of a coalition.

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is taking action against companies that haven't adhered to the Companies and Allied Matters Act (CAMA) 2020, potentially leading to their delisting.

The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has accused President Tinubu of neglecting the North despite receiving over 64% of the votes from the region in the last election. The ACF claims that budget allocations and development projects have been unfairly directed away from the North, despite this significant support. The Presidency has countered these claims, highlighting numerous federal government projects currently underway in Northern Nigeria.

A former APC spokesperson has warned Kwankwaso against inciting Northerners against President Tinubu, urging him to focus on national unity instead of fueling potential unrest.

The Igbo Community in the FCT firmly opposes a Senate bill that seeks to elevate the Sultan of Sokoto and Ooni of Ife above other monarchs. They argue that the bill undermines the diversity of Nigerian culture and may cause unrest.