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The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, says it has stepped up surveillance and emergency response following an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and a confirmed imported case in Uganda.

In a public health advisory signed by NCDC Director-General, Dr  Jide Idris, the agency said it was closely monitoring developments in affected countries and coordinating preparedness efforts with the Port Health Services and other stakeholders.

“Response activities are ongoing in affected areas, and we are ensuring continued vigilance within Nigeria’s public health system,” Idris said.

Highlighting preparedness measures activated, Idris said NCDC had strengthened nationwide surveillance systems for Ebola and other epidemic-prone diseases, while intensifying event-based monitoring and coordination with state health authorities.

Other measures include enhancing laboratory and diagnostic readiness, strengthening infection prevention and control awareness in healthcare settings, and expanding community engagement and public risk communication.

According to him, the agency was closely tracking global and regional developments to ensure a rapid response if the situation changed.

DAILY POST reports that Ebola Virus Disease is a severe and often fatal viral infection transmitted through direct contact with the blood, bodily fluids or contaminated materials of infected persons or animals.

The health agency further stated that the disease has an incubation period ranging from two to 21 days.

We’re closely monitoring Ebola situation — Nigerian Govt

A House of Representatives aspirant for Kosofe Federal Constituency under the platform of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Hon. Oluremi Oluwalogbon-Odunsi, has rejected the results being circulated from the party’s primary election held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, insisting that no valid election took place in the constituency.

Oluwalogbon-Odunsi maintained that the figures and declarations currently making the rounds did not emerge from any recognised voting process.

She further alleged that both Mayor Adele Osinowo and the incumbent lawmaker representing the constituency, Hon. Khafilat Ogbara, separately declared themselves winners of the primary election.

In a statement issued after the exercise, the aspirant described the situation as a violation of the procedures laid down by the APC for the conduct of primary elections.

“I reject the purported results being circulated and announced in respect of the primary election held yesterday,” she stated.

According to her, the rejection was based on the claim that no voting exercise was conducted in Kosofe Federal Constituency on the scheduled date.

She argued that the circulation of figures and declarations despite the absence of an actual election undermined the credibility of the process and contravened the party’s internal democratic guidelines.

Oluwalogbon-Odunsi called on the leadership and stakeholders of the APC to urgently intervene in order to safeguard the integrity of the primary process and uphold democratic standards within the party.

She stressed that the credibility and reputation of the APC depended largely on transparent and credible internal elections.

“Accordingly, I do not recognise or accept the purported outcome being circulated, acknowledging the results would amount to endorsing a process that did not follow due process,” she said.

The aspirant disclosed that a formal petition and appeal detailing her observations, concerns and requests had already been submitted to the appropriate party authorities for urgent consideration.

She expressed confidence that the party leadership would review the matter thoroughly and take the necessary corrective measures.

Oluwalogbon-Odunsi also urged APC officials at both the state and national levels to investigate the circumstances surrounding the alleged declaration of results, noting that only a transparent review process could restore confidence among aspirants, delegates and party members in the constituency.

She reaffirmed her loyalty to the APC and its democratic ideals, insisting that her position was aimed at strengthening the party rather than creating division ahead of the general elections.

The APC had yet to officially respond to the allegations as of the time of filing this report.

‘No election held’ – Kosofe APC aspirant rejects primary results

Fresh confusion has engulfed the Peoples Democratic Party after the Interim National Working Committee (INWC) led by Tanimu Turaki announced separate screening and appeal panels for the party’s 2027 primaries, just days after another faction of the party completed its own screening exercise. The latest development highlights the worsening leadership tussle within the PDP despite […]

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Major upsets have been recorded in the All Progressives Congress, APC, House of Representatives primaries across Benue State ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Results released by the party and obtained by DAILY POST showed that while some incumbents secured return tickets, others lost out in keenly contested primaries.

Among the notable winners was incumbent lawmaker Austin Asema Achado, who retained control of the Gwer East/Gwer West Federal Constituency after emerging victorious in the primaries conducted across the wards.

The APC also produced the following candidates for the various federal constituencies:

Livinus Tsar — Vandeikya/Konshisha

Shadrack Kohol Iormem — Kwande/Ushongo

David Terhemba Nongo — Gwer East/Gwer West

Solomon Wombo — Katsina-Ala/Ukum/Logo

Christopher Ikper — Makurdi/Guma

Geidon Nyom — Buruku

Ojotu Ojema — Apa/Agatu

Blessing Onuh — Otukpo/Ohimini

Anthony Agom — Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo

Peter Egbodo — Oju/Obi

Gboko/Tarka – Regina Akume

The primaries produced several major upsets, with a number of sitting lawmakers failing to secure the party’s tickets.

In Kwande/Ushongo Federal Constituency, incumbent lawmaker Terseer Ugbor lost the APC ticket to Shadrack Kohol Iormem.

Similarly, Dominic Dickson Tarkighir lost out in Makurdi/Guma as Christopher Ikper clinched the party’s ticket.

In Konshisha/Vandeikya, incumbent lawmaker Sesoo Ikpacher also failed to retain his seat after losing to Livinus Tsar.

Another notable casualty was David Ogewu, who lost the APC ticket to Peter Egbodo in Obi Oju.

For Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency, incumbent lawmaker Philip Agbese was absent from the contest after defecting to the Labour Party, paving the way for Anthony Agom to emerge as the APC candidate.

APC primaries: Five Reps fail to secure return tickets in Benue

A group of opinion leaders in the Kwara South chapter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has called for transparency and fairness in the conduct of the forthcoming senatorial primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with journalists in Ilorin on Sunday, the spokesperson of the group, Engineer Usman Alabi, appealed to party […]

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Yusuf Gagdi, a member of the House of Representatives representing Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency of Plateau State, has failed to secure the All Progressives Congress, APC, ticket for a third term in the National Assembly.

Gagdi, a two-term lawmaker and Chairman of the House Committee on Navy, lost the APC primary election held across the three local government areas that make up his constituency.

The chairman of the electoral committee, Daspan Ishaya, announced the result on Sunday in Pankshin.

Ishaya said Dr John Tongshinen polled 29,968 votes to defeat Gagdi, who scored 5,849 votes.

He declared Tongshinen the winner and APC candidate for the Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam Federal Constituency.

He added that the primaries were observed by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

APC primaries: Plateau Rep, Gagdi loses third term bid

The Labour Party, LP, has reacted to pictures on social media showing its sacked National Chairman, Julius Abure, handing out “nomination forms” to different people in Abia State.

The party, in a statement on Sunday, described the development as embarrassing and ridiculous, stressing that the Nenadi Usman leadership is the only one that can issue such forms.

“It should be clearly stated that Senator Nenadi Usman is the National Chairman of the Labour Party. All legitimate nomination forms for any elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections can only be obtained from the official National Secretariat of the party located in Utako, Abuja,” a statement signed by Ken Eluma Asogwa, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, said.

“Because of this, any Labour Party nomination form obtained from Julius Abure or any other unauthorized source is simply useless paper being spread by political tricksters who want to deceive innocent people.

“The public is encouraged to stay alert and avoid falling for the tricks of desperate political frauds pretending to be party officials. It’s interesting to wonder why Abure’s illegal “sales” activities appear to be concentrated only in Abia State.

“If he thinks that Governor Alex Otti, the party’s national leader, will give in to small-time blackmail, threats, or political tricks, he is very wrong. Julius Abure’s continued act of pretending to be the National Chairman of the Labour Party is a serious crime that has important legal consequences and has gone too far.

“As a lawyer, he should know better. “The situation is getting more serious for him, and soon he will have to face the consequences of his actions in front of the police and the courts.”

Embarrassing, ridiculous – Labour Party speaks on Julius Abure’s sale of nomination forms

Abdulmumini Jibrin Kofa, a strong contender in the race for the Bebeji/Kiru Federal House of Representatives seat, has emerged winner of the party primary following intense internal wrangling within the party.

Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency, regarded as one of the major political strongholds in Kano South, witnessed a massive turnout during the affirmation event for Abdulmumini Jibrin Kofa, a House of Representatives candidate seeking a fifth term in office.

The affirmation, which was preceded by a rally, attracted a mammoth crowd of supporters who expressed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, chanting their names in support of their continuity in office.

Speaking at the event, Kofa thanked the people for their continued support and assured them that he would never let them down. He highlighted some of his achievements despite not completing all his previous terms in office due to certain circumstances.

He also praised the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, describing their administrations as ushering in a new chapter of progress and development for Nigeria, Northern Nigeria and Kano State.

Kofa further called on all those who contested alongside him to unite for the progress of the party, stressing that there is no victor and no vanquished, while insisting that his victory belongs to everyone in the constituency.

Kofa wins Bebeji/Kiru Reps primary amid party wrangling

Moses Olarewaju has emerged as the All Progressives Congress, APC, candidate for the House of Representatives seat in Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency following a decisive victory in the party’s primary election held in Lagos State on Saturday.

Olarewaju secured a total of 13,130 votes to defeat other contenders in the closely contested exercise.

According to the official result announced at the end of the election, Hon. Ramota Akinlola-Hassan came second with 3,184 votes, while Hon. Ayodele Adewale polled 79 votes. Another aspirant, Hon. Ade Adegboyega, scored six votes.

Following the announcement, supporters and party members across the constituency celebrated the outcome, describing it as a strong endorsement of Olarewaju’s popularity and grassroots connection.

In his acceptance remarks, Olarewaju expressed gratitude to party leaders, stakeholders, delegates, youth and women groups, ward executives, and supporters for what he described as their overwhelming backing throughout the primary process.

He said the victory was not personal but a reflection of the collective will of the people of Amuwo Odofin Federal Constituency.

“Today, the voices of our people were heard loud and clear. This victory is for the people, for grassroots politics, and for the future of Amuwo Odofin,” he said.

The APC flagbearer added that the outcome demonstrated the constituency’s demand for quality representation, unity, and continued development.

He further pledged to justify the confidence placed in him by party members and supporters.

“This is more than a victory; it is a movement powered by the people, sustained by unity, and driven by the desire for purposeful leadership,” he added.

The primary election recorded a large turnout of delegates and party faithful drawn from across the wards in the constituency.

Moses Olarewaju wins APC Amuwo Odofin House of Reps ticket

The Permanent Secretary for Special Services in the Office of the Secretary to the Bauchi State Government, Shehu Yahaya Jalam, has died in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, during the ongoing 2026 Hajj pilgrimage.

Jalam reportedly passed away in the early hours of Sunday following a brief illness while participating in the pilgrimage exercise.

The deceased, who held the traditional title of Turakin Dawakin Misau, was part of the Bauchi State official delegation to Saudi Arabia for this year’s Hajj before falling ill.

The Bauchi State Government confirmed the development in a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Governor Bala Mohammed, Mukhtar Gidado.

“The Government and people of Bauchi State have received with deep sorrow the news of the death of Alhaji Shehu Yahaya Jalam (Turakin Dawakin Misau), the Permanent Secretary, Special Services, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Bauchi, who passed away in the early hours of today in Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, after a brief illness while participating in the 2026 Hajj exercise,” the statement read.

Gidado described the late permanent secretary as a committed and seasoned public servant who made valuable contributions to governance in the state.

“Until his death, Alhaji Shehu Yahaya Jalam was a dedicated, loyal, and hardworking public servant who devoted his life and energy to the service of Bauchi State.

“He played significant roles in the successful coordination of previous Hajj operations and other government assignments entrusted to him,” he added.

According to him, the deceased would be remembered for his dedication, humility, and unwavering sense of duty.

“His passing is a great loss not only to his immediate family and colleagues but also to the entire Bauchi State Government and the wider community who benefited from his commitment, humility, and sense of responsibility,” Gidado said.

The statement further disclosed that funeral prayers for the deceased were conducted on Sunday after the Zuhr prayer at the Grand Mosque in Makkah.

Governor Bala Mohammed extended condolences to the family of the deceased, the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, the Office of the Head of Civil Service, the Misau and Dambam Emirate Councils, as well as his friends and associates.

The governor prayed for the forgiveness of the deceased’s shortcomings and asked Allah to grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, while also comforting his family over the loss.

Bauchi Permanent Secretary dies during 2026 Hajj in Makkah