Nigerian political news update breaking
Here are some recent breaking news updates on Nigerian politics:
Breaking News:
- Buhari Signs New Electoral Act: President Muhammadu Buhari has signed the amended Electoral Act into law, which introduces electronic transmission of election results and other reforms to improve the electoral process. (Source: Vanguard)
- APC Crisis Deepens: The All Progressives Congress (APC) is embroiled in a deepening crisis as the party's National Working Committee (NWC) and the National Executive Committee (NEC) are at loggerheads over the party's leadership. (Source: The Nation)
- PDP Crisis: Wike, Atiku at Odds: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing a crisis as Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar are at odds over the party's leadership. (Source: Premium Times)
- INEC to Conduct Fresh Elections in 15 LGAs: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will conduct fresh elections in 15 local government areas (LGAs) in Kano State due to irregularities in the 2019 general elections. (Source: Leadership)
- Buhari to Meet with APC Governors: President Buhari is set to meet with governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to discuss the party's crisis and the 2023 general elections. (Source: Daily Trust)
Recent Developments:
- APC National Convention Postponed: The APC has postponed its national convention, which was scheduled to hold on March 26, due to the ongoing crisis in the party. (Source: ThisDay)
- PDP National Convention Holds: The PDP held its national convention on March 24, where the party's new national chairman, Iyorchia Ayu, was elected. (Source: The Punch)
- Buhari Meets with Security Chiefs: President Buhari met with security chiefs on March 24 to discuss the security situation in the country. (Source: The Guardian)
- Nigeria's Debt Hits N32.9 Trillion: Nigeria's debt has risen to N32.9 trillion, according to the Debt Management Office (DMO). (Source: BusinessDay)
- Fuel Price Hike: Nigerians Protest: Nigerians have taken to the streets to protest the recent hike in fuel prices, which has led to a surge in transportation costs. (Source: The Cable)
Opinion and Analysis:
- The Crisis in APC: A Threat to Democracy: An opinion piece by Olusegun Adeniyi, a former presidential spokesperson, argues that the crisis in APC is a threat to democracy in Nigeria. (Source: ThisDay)
- The PDP's New Leadership: A Fresh Start?: An analysis by Dele Sobowale, a columnist, examines the implications of the PDP's new leadership for the party's chances in the 2023 general elections. (Source: The Punch)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change as new information becomes available.