The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has resumed its proceedings at the National Judicial Institute in Abuja following disruptions in Benin City due to incidents of chaos and violence. The relocation has fueled a war of words between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), with both sides accusing each other of influencing the tribunal's move.
Meanwhile, in Lagos, the Chinese community and Nigerians celebrated the Chinese New Year with vibrant cultural displays. The year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom and intuition, was marked by this event, which showcased growing cultural exchanges between both communities.
Additionally, Vice President Kashim Shettima, at a democracy conference in Abuja, highlighted the setbacks in African democracy due to poverty and insecurity and called for a renewed commitment to democratic values.
The 5th Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum in Borno State will begin this Wednesday in Maiduguri. News Central's Umaru Kirawa assesses the progress and challenges faced by the region, including climate change and insecurity, which impact the lives of over 30 million residents in the basin area.
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