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Davido Joins Accord Party, Backs Gov Adeleke’s Re-Election Bid

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Grammy-nominated Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced plans to formally join the Accord Party, following the recent defection of his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, from the Peoples Democratic Party.

Davido disclosed on Tuesday via his social media platforms that he would visit Osun State to collect his Accord Party membership card at the Government House in Osogbo.

“I will be live in Osun to pick up my @AccordPartyNG membership card at Imole House, Osogbo tomorrow,” the singer wrote, tagging the governor in the post.

The announcement comes amid significant political realignments in Osun State after Governor Adeleke officially dumped the PDP for the Accord Party.

The governor publicly declared his defection on December 9, 2025, at the Banquet Hall of the Osun State Government House, in the presence of national and state leaders of the party.

At the event, Adeleke also announced his intention to seek re-election for a second term on the platform of the Accord Party ahead of the 2026 governorship election.

According to the governor, he formally joined the Accord Party on November 6, following extensive consultations with political stakeholders and opinion leaders across the state.

He explained that the decision was driven by the need to pursue continuity in governance and complete ongoing development initiatives, noting that the party’s welfarist philosophy aligns with his administration’s focus on citizens’ welfare.

Adeleke assured party leaders and supporters that the Accord Party would provide a united front for inclusive governance and electoral success in 2026, describing it as the platform for continuity and victory.

The governor had earlier confirmed his resignation from the PDP on December 1, attributing his exit to prolonged leadership crises at the party’s national level.

He said his resignation letter was submitted to party officials in his ward in Ede North Local Government Area on November 4.

Davido had previously reacted to his uncle’s resignation from the PDP by reposting the announcement on social media with the caption, “Jeje…”.

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FG Orders Takedown Of Terrorists’ Social Media Accounts

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The Federal Government has ordered the removal of social media accounts operated by terrorist and criminal groups, disclosing that Nigerian security agencies are working closely with major digital platforms to dismantle online networks used for propaganda, recruitment and fundraising.

The Director-General of the National Counter Terrorism Centre, Major General Adamu Laka, revealed this at an end-of-year briefing in Abuja on Tuesday.

He said platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and X had been exploited by terrorists to publicise attacks, display stolen items and communicate with supporters.

According to Laka, security agencies have engaged repeatedly with the management of these platforms

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NIN, CAC Numbers To Serve As tax IDs From 2026 – FIRS

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The Federal Inland Revenue Service has announced that Nigeria’s National Identification Number will automatically function as the Tax Identification Number for individual taxpayers beginning in 2026.

The clarification was issued on Monday as part of a public awareness campaign on the new tax laws shared by the Service on its official X handle.

According to the FIRS, registered businesses will also no longer require a separate Tax Identification Number, as their Corporate Affairs Commission registration numbers will now serve as their official tax identifiers under the revised tax system.

The announcement follows widespread public concerns over provisions in the new tax laws that require a Tax ID for certain transactions, including the operation and ownership of bank accounts.

Explaining the policy, the FIRS said the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, scheduled to take effect in January 2026, reinforces the requirement for a Tax Identification Number for specified financial and commercial activities.

The Service noted, however, that the requirement is not entirely new, having been introduced under the Finance Act of 2019, but has now been strengthened under the new law.

According to the FIRS, the new Tax ID framework consolidates all previously issued Tax Identification Numbers by both the Federal Inland Revenue Service and State Internal Revenue Services into a single, unified identifier.

“For individuals, the National Identification Number automatically serves as the Tax ID, while for registered companies, the CAC registration number is used,” the Service said, adding that taxpayers will not be

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Gov. Mbah Swears In New Commissioners, Tightens Oversight On Contracts

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Governor Peter Mbah on Wednesday inaugurated two new commissioners, declaring that there would be no holiday for both new and existing appointees as his administration intensifies efforts to deliver impactful governance in Enugu State.

The newly sworn-in commissioners are Barrister Osinachi Nnajieze and Dr. Charles Egumgbe.

Barr. Nnajieze, who until his appointment served as Special Adviser on Legal Matters to the governor, takes over as Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, replacing Dr. Kingsley Udeh, now Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology.

Dr. Egumgbe was appointed Commissioner for Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, a newly created ministry following the restructuring of the former Ministry of Local Government, Rural Development and Chieftaincy Affairs.

Deacon Okey Ogbodo will continue to oversee the Ministry of Local Government Affairs.

Speaking during the brief inauguration ceremony at the Executive Chambers of the Government House, Enugu, Governor Mbah stressed that the administration had raised public expectations through its achievements in less than three years and must therefore sustain its pace of delivery.

He announced new measures aimed at strengthening accountability, stating that all contract payments would henceforth require clearance from the Office of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice to curb sharp practices by contractors.

According to the governor, the Ministry of Justice plays a central role in government operations, as no contract, investment or project can proceed without its approval.

He urged the new Attorney General to be prepared for the enormous responsibility, noting that the state plans to spend about N1.3 trillion on capital projects in the coming year.

“You are essentially the quality assurance and quality control of this government. There will be no payment to any contractor without clearance from your office.”

“You must therefore hit the ground running,” Mbah said, adding that there would be no Christmas break for appointees as the government works to sustain its momentum.

The governor also underscored the importance of traditional institutions and rural communities in governance and development, explaining that the creation of a dedicated Ministry of Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development was intended to strengthen those structures.

He charged the new commissioner, Dr. Egumgbe, to promote order and integrity within traditional institutions, describing traditional rulers as the eyes and ears of government in their communities.

Responding on behalf of the new commissioners, Barr. Nnajieze thanked the governor for the confidence reposed in them and assured that they would contribute meaningfully to the administration’s vision for Enugu State.

He pledged their commitment to advancing the governor’s ambitious development agenda and to working diligently to sustain the pace of transformation across the state.

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FG Rolls Out New Emergency Passport

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The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce a new emergency travel document, the Single Travel Emergency Passport, in 2026, as part of ongoing reforms in the Nigeria Immigration Service.

The Comptroller General of the NIS, Kemi Nandap, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja during the decoration ceremony of 46 newly promoted officers, who were elevated from Assistant Comptrollers of Immigration to Comptrollers.

According to Nandap, the new document will replace the existing Single Travel Emergency Certificate and is designed to improve service delivery through technology-driven solutions.

She said the initiative forms part of broader reforms aimed at optimising visa processing, passport production and contactless immigration services.

She explained that the Single Travel Emergency Passport would be biometric-based and deployed through alternative, more efficient channels to ensure seamless access for Nigerians in need of urgent travel documentation.

Nandap noted that the Service is also implementing other innovations, including the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card, recently introduced to enhance regional mobility and identity management.

Addressing the newly promoted officers, the immigration chief urged them to uphold professionalism, integrity and vigilance, especially in light of the country’s security challenges.

She stressed that promotion within the Service is earned through consistent dedication, competence and commitment, rather than years of service alone.

She commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for supporting institutional reforms and strengthening national security, adding that the ongoing transformation of the NIS reflects the administration’s broader agenda.

Nandap also acknowledged the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for providing strategic leadership and oversight.

The Comptroller General said the decoration symbolised trust and higher responsibility, noting that officers at senior levels are expected to demonstrate sound judgement, accountability, empathy and the ability to mentor others.

She warned that the Service would not tolerate indiscipline or unprofessional conduct, urging officers to embrace innovation and adapt to emerging security and operational challenges.

Nandap also recognised the sacrifices of the officers’ families, describing their support as vital to professional success, and encouraged officers who were not promoted to remain committed, assuring them that diligence and perseverance would be rewarded in due course.

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Kidnappers, Bandits Will Now Be Treated As Terrorists – FG

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The Federal Government has announced that kidnappers and violent armed groups will henceforth be treated as terrorists, signaling a tougher national response to abductions, attacks on farmers and violence against rural communities.

The new stance was disclosed on Monday by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, during the federal government’s end-of-year press briefing in Abuja.

According to the minister, the policy ends the previous approach of treating mass kidnappings and rural violence as ordinary criminal acts, placing them instead within Nigeria’s counterterrorism framework.

He said any individual or group involved in kidnapping, attacks on farmers or acts that instill fear in communities would now be officially designated and dealt with as terrorists, adding that there would no longer be room for vague labels or excuses.

Idris explained that the reclassification would strengthen intelligence sharing and improve coordination among security agencies, allowing for faster and more decisive operations against criminal networks.

He noted that enhanced collaboration among security and intelligence agencies has already produced results, pointing to the arrest of two internationally wanted criminals in 2025 through joint operations.

As part of measures to secure vulnerable rural areas, the minister said the government has begun deploying trained and well-equipped forest guards to forests and other remote locations commonly used as criminal hideouts.

He explained that the initiative combines surveillance, local intelligence gathering and rapid-response capabilities.

According to him, the forest guard programme is aimed at disrupting criminal supply chains, dismantling camps and restoring confidence among farming communities affected by persistent insecurity.

Idris further highlighted recent counterterrorism successes, including the arrest of a senior ISWAP leader operating in Nigeria, as well as the capture of Abu Barra, both described as among the most wanted terrorists on the African continent.

He said the arrests were achieved through close coordination among security agencies and the intelligence community, adding that the suspects are currently facing prosecution.

The minister stressed that the new policy underscores the government’s resolve to confront insecurity decisively and ensure that those who terrorise citizens are treated in line with the full weight of counterterrorism laws.

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ADP Condemns Alleged Tax Act Tampering, Backs Reserved Seats For Women

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The Action Democratic Party has faulted alleged post-passage alterations to Nigeria’s Tax Act 2025, rejecting claims that the changes resulted from a printer’s error and describing the controversy as a serious breach of constitutional governance.

Addressing a State of the Nation briefing in Abuja, the party’s National Chairman, Yabagi Yusuf Sani, said any modification of an Act of Parliament outside legislative procedure undermines democratic accountability and the authority of the National Assembly.

He argued that laws can only be amended through due process, warning that inserting clauses after passage amounts to an abuse of power rather than reform.

According to him, if government has concerns about any aspect of the law, it must return to Parliament to seek amendments rather than alter an already enacted statute.

Sani noted that while Nigeria requires improved tax administration, reforms must be transparent and sensitive to the realities of citizens.

He said policies that shift the tax burden from the poor to the wealthy and provide targeted incentives could boost growth, but only if implemented within the bounds of the law and public trust.

The ADP chairman also criticised the broader economic situation, saying living conditions have deteriorated since the introduction of major policy changes by the current administration in 2023.

He cited rising inflation, worsening food prices and declining household incomes, noting that low-income earners now spend the bulk of their earnings on food.

He added that many small and medium-sized businesses are closing due to high operating costs, while slow release of capital funds has stalled infrastructure projects and contributed to unemployment.

On political inclusion, Sani drew attention to Nigeria’s low level of women’s representation in governance, describing it as one of the poorest globally.

He said women constitute nearly half of the population but occupy less than four per cent of seats in the National Assembly.

He therefore called for constitutional reforms to introduce reserved legislative seats for women, arguing that affirmative measures have helped other democracies address long-standing exclusion.

Sani further warned that rising youth unemployment, increased migration, shrinking civic space and frequent protests signal deep strain on Nigeria’s democracy.

He maintained that labour unrest and public demonstrations should be treated as signs of governance failure rather than security threats.

He concluded by urging a comprehensive national reset built on accountability, inclusive democracy, disciplined public finance and effective social protection, insisting that the country needs competent and transparent leadership rather than excuses.

According to him, the handling of the tax controversy will be a major test of the government’s commitment to transparency, the rule of law and democratic norms.

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SDP Chairmen Read Riot Act To Impostors After Supreme Court Judgment

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State chairmen of the Social Democratic Party have cautioned political opportunists and impostors against spreading false claims about a recent Supreme Court judgment, insisting that the ruling has no bearing on the party’s national leadership.

The warning was issued by the Forum of SDP State Chairmen in a statement signed by the Nasarawa State Chairman and Secretary of the forum, Musa Danlami, and released in Abuja.

Danlami said it had become necessary to counter misleading narratives being circulated to create confusion and instability within the party.

He explained that the Supreme Court decision in question arose solely from previously concluded by-elections and merely affirmed an earlier judgment of the Court of Appeal.

According to him, the apex court did not deliberate on, recognise or validate any issue relating to the SDP’s national leadership or authority.

“The judgment had nothing whatsoever to do with leadership of the SDP. Any attempt to portray it as an endorsement of any individual or group’s leadership claim is a deliberate falsehood aimed at deceiving party members and the public,” Danlami said.

He also condemned what he described as the forceful and theatrical invasion of the party’s national secretariat by a self-styled group, alleging that the action was politically motivated and encouraged by external interests.

Danlami stressed that legitimacy within the SDP is derived strictly from the party’s constitution, urging members nationwide to remain calm, vigilant and united in the face of provocations.

He warned party faithful not to be distracted by individuals seeking to hijack the party through misinformation and intimidation, adding that such attempts would not succeed.

Reaffirming the party’s values, Danlami said the SDP remains committed to internal democracy, the rule of law and institutional integrity, noting that unity and constitutional order are central to its survival and growth.

The forum maintained that the recent Supreme Court ruling did not alter the party’s leadership structure in any way and warned that all attempts to destabilise the party would be resisted.

“The SDP is a party founded on law, order and internal democracy. We will continue to defend its unity and integrity against every form of sabotage,” Danlami said.

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US  Suspends Visa Issuance To Nigerians

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The United States has announced a partial suspension of visa issuance to Nigerian nationals, a policy scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026.

The announcement was made on Monday by the U.S. Mission in Nigeria via a statement posted on its official X account.

According to the Mission, the measure is being implemented under Presidential Proclamation 10998, which introduces new entry restrictions aimed at strengthening U.S. national security.

Under the directive, several visa categories will be affected.

These include B-1/B-2 visitor visas, F, M and J student and exchange visitor visas, as well as most immigrant visas.

Nigeria is among 19 countries listed under the partial suspension.

Other countries affected by the policy include Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Cuba, Dominica, Gabon, The Gambia, Malawi, Mauritania, Senegal, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Venezuela, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The U.S Mission clarified that the restriction will not apply to all applicants. Exemptions have been provided for certain categories, including dual nationals applying with passports from countries not affected by the suspension, lawful permanent residents of the United States, and participants in major international sporting events.

Also exempted are Special Immigrant Visa holders who worked with the U.S government, as well as ethnic and religious minorities facing persecution in Iran.

It further explained that the proclamation applies only to foreign nationals who are outside the United States as of the effective date and who do not already hold valid U.S visas.

Visas issued before January 1, 2026, will not be revoked as a result of the policy.

According to the Mission, affected applicants may still submit visa applications and attend scheduled interviews, but such applications may ultimately be refused under the new rules.

The policy, issued on December 16, 2025, is described as a security-focused measure targeting countries deemed to pose higher immigration risks.

It does not invalidate existing visas or legal status.

Reactions from Nigerians on social media have been mixed, with many expressing concern over possible financial losses from application fees already paid, while others voiced frustration over the broader implications for travel, education and family reunification.

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KWAM 1’s Bid To Halt Awujale Selection Collapses In Court

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An Ogun State High Court sitting in Ijebu-Ode has dismissed an application filed by Fuji musician, Otunba Wasiu Olasunkanmi Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1, seeking to stop the selection process for the next Awujale of Ijebuland.

Ayinde, a member of the Fidipote ruling house, had approached the court to challenge the composition and actions of the committee overseeing the succession process, questioning why the Fusengbuwa ruling house was positioned to produce the next Awujale.

In the suit, he sought an interim injunction restraining the Ogun State Government and other parties from proceeding with the selection pending the determination of his substantive case.

The respondents include Governor Dapo Abiodun, the chairman of the Fusengbuwa ruling house, Otunba Lateef Owoyemi, the executive chairman of Ijebu-Ode Local Government, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, the secretary to the local government and the chairman of the Awujale Interregnum Administrative Council.

Ruling on the application on Monday, Justice A. A. Omoniyi held that the request lacked merit and declined to grant an interim order stopping the process.

Although the injunction was refused, the court ordered an accelerated hearing of the substantive suit and fixed January 14, 2026, for the commencement of proceedings.

Ayinde’s suit alleges that the Awujale succession process contravenes the Ogun State Chieftaincy Law and infringes on his constitutional rights.

Meanwhile, the Ogun State Government has suspended the ongoing selection process.

The Vice Chairman of the Fusengbuwa ruling house, Prof. Fassy Yusuf, confirmed that the government decided to restart the process, citing procedural lapses that could trigger further legal challenges.

According to Yusuf, the decision was taken to ensure strict compliance with the provisions of the Obas and Chiefs Law governing the installation of the Awujale of Ijebuland.

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