By: Oluwaseun Lawal The 2027 election calendar is out. But not everyone is comfortable with it. Former presidential aide Bashir Ahmad has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take a second look at the timetable. His concern? Ramadan. INEC recently announced that presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on February 20,…
By: Oluwaseun Lawal It’s going to be a busy Saturday in Kebbi. President Bola Tinubu is scheduled for a one-day official visit to the state — part inspection, part celebration. According to a statement from his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President will inaugurate several projects completed by Governor Nasir Idris. Roads,…
By: Abudu Olalekan INEC needs almost a trillion naira. For the 2027 elections. Yeah. That’s the number they told lawmakers. N873.78 billion. A huge jump from the 2023 budget. Which was, what, N313 billion? Something like that. The commission also wants another N171 billion just to keep the lights on in 2026. For by-elections. Off-season…
By: Abudu Olalekan Trump ramps up US involvement in Nigeria—200 troops headed there for training against militants. Amid criticisms and recent strikes, what’s next for this tense alliance? Reportersroom breaks it down. Tensions brewing across the Atlantic. President Donald Trump, back in the spotlight, eyeing Nigeria with a mix of frustration and resolve. Now, he’s…
By: Abudu Olalekan NiMet forecasts extended rains for 13 Nigerian states in 2026. Learn about early onsets, dry spells, and warmer temps—essential for farmers and planners. Stay ahead with Reportersroom updates. Picture this. A farmer in Enugu wipes sweat from his brow, clouds gathering slow. But come 2026, those rains might stick around longer. Way…
By: Abudu Olalekan Crowds in Abuja. Flags waving. It’s the 47th bash for Iran’s Islamic Revolution. Nigeria’s bigwigs, diplomats, even a governor show up. Story’s simple: Old pals Iran and Nigeria vowing tighter bonds. South-South style. Reportersroom was there—caught the vibes. Flashback to 1979. Iran shakes off the old guard. People rise up. Boom. Independence….
