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NIS DiSMISSES FALSE ALLEGATIONS, PASSPORT APPLICATION
The Nigeria Immigration Service has dismissed recent allegations circulating online about its passport application and payment system, describing them as false, misleading, and capable of confusing the public.
In a public statement obtained from the service’s X handle on Monday, it reaffirmed that its digital passport process is secure and operates strictly through its official portal.
The agency stressed that the official website remains the only authorised platform for all passport-related applications and payments, whether for Nigerians at home or in the diaspora.
The agency also added that it has begun investigating the origin of the misinformation and warned those involved.
ACCORD PARTY POSSIBLE DEREGISTRATION FALSE
The Accord Party has dismissed speculations about its possible deregistration by the Independent National Electoral Commission, insisting that it fully meets all constitutional requirements to remain a registered political party in Nigeria.
In a statement issued on Monday by its National Publicity Secretary, Joseph Omorogbe, the party described calls for its deregistration as baseless and driven by “ignorance or political mischief.”
He maintained that unless the court intervenes, INEC would continue to act in breach of its constitutional duty by retaining parties that have allegedly failed to meet the minimum legal requirements.
The development follows a recent move by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), who backed a suit filed by some former lawmakers seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission to deregister the African Democratic Congress and four other political parties.
KWARA POLICE DISMISSES CLAIMS OF DETAINING MINOR
The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed claims circulating on social media alleging the unlawful detention of a minor in Arandun community, Irepodun Local Government Area of the state.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Ejire Adetoun Adeyemi, the Command stressed that the teenager was not unlawfully detained, contrary to claims in the viral video, the incident however stemmed from a case of housebreaking and theft reported on April 30, 2026, at the Arandun Police Division.
According to the statement, the principal suspect, Timothy Aransiola (male, 19), had been placed on the division’s watchlist but fled after the report was made. It added that intelligence later revealed that the suspect was being harboured by his 16-year-old sister, Esther Aransiola, who allegedly assisted him in evading arrest
Efforts, according to the police, are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect, Timothy Aransiola, and bring him to justice.The Command also urged members of the public to disregard false information and avoid spreading unverified content capable of causing tension.
SERIAKE, FORMER BAYELSA GOV,WELCOMES PETER OBI TO NDC
Former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, has welcomed former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and ex-presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, into the Nigerian Democratic Congress.
In a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, Dikson described Obi and Kwankwaso’s entry as a boost to efforts at building a strong, value-driven political platform.
The former governor expressed optimism that their involvement would strengthen the party’s vision and long-term goals.
Dickson also congratulated the duo on their new political move and appreciated Nigerians for their continued support.
The Nigeria Immigration Service has dismissed recent allegations circulating online about its passport application and payment system, describing them as false, misleading, and capable of confusing the public.
In a public statement obtained from the service’s X handle on Monday, it reaffirmed that its digital passport process is secure and operates strictly through its official portal.
The agency stressed that the official website remains the only authorised platform for all passport-related applications and payments, whether for Nigerians at home or in the diaspora.
The agency also added that it has begun investigating the origin of the misinformation and warned those involved.
ACCORD PARTY POSSIBLE DEREGISTRATION FALSE
The Accord Party has dismissed speculations about its possible deregistration by the Independent National Electoral Commission, insisting that it fully meets all constitutional requirements to remain a registered political party in Nigeria.
In a statement issued on Monday by its National Publicity Secretary, Joseph Omorogbe, the party described calls for its deregistration as baseless and driven by “ignorance or political mischief.”
He maintained that unless the court intervenes, INEC would continue to act in breach of its constitutional duty by retaining parties that have allegedly failed to meet the minimum legal requirements.
The development follows a recent move by the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), who backed a suit filed by some former lawmakers seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission to deregister the African Democratic Congress and four other political parties.
KWARA POLICE DISMISSES CLAIMS OF DETAINING MINOR
The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed claims circulating on social media alleging the unlawful detention of a minor in Arandun community, Irepodun Local Government Area of the state.
In a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Ejire Adetoun Adeyemi, the Command stressed that the teenager was not unlawfully detained, contrary to claims in the viral video, the incident however stemmed from a case of housebreaking and theft reported on April 30, 2026, at the Arandun Police Division.
According to the statement, the principal suspect, Timothy Aransiola (male, 19), had been placed on the division’s watchlist but fled after the report was made. It added that intelligence later revealed that the suspect was being harboured by his 16-year-old sister, Esther Aransiola, who allegedly assisted him in evading arrest
Efforts, according to the police, are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect, Timothy Aransiola, and bring him to justice.The Command also urged members of the public to disregard false information and avoid spreading unverified content capable of causing tension.
SERIAKE, FORMER BAYELSA GOV,WELCOMES PETER OBI TO NDC
Former Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, has welcomed former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and ex-presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, into the Nigerian Democratic Congress.
In a post on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday, Dikson described Obi and Kwankwaso’s entry as a boost to efforts at building a strong, value-driven political platform.
The former governor expressed optimism that their involvement would strengthen the party’s vision and long-term goals.
Dickson also congratulated the duo on their new political move and appreciated Nigerians for their continued support.