The federal government has approved a new east‑west electricity transmission line, the APC inaugurated its 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, Boko Haram attacked a military post in Borno, and a series of security and legal incidents were reported across the country, according to today’s newspaper summary.
**What are the new power grid plans?**
The [Federal Government](https://www.gov.ng/) announced the construction of an eastern‑western electricity grid to curb recurring power outages. Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe revealed the scheme at the HBSAN energy conference in Lagos, saying it will address long‑standing weaknesses in transmission infrastructure.
**How is the APC preparing for the 2027 elections?**
The [All Progressives Congress (APC)](https://apc.ng/) inaugurated its Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, praising President Bola Tinubu’s record and urging party leaders and opposition figures to back his re‑election bid. Tinubu later clarified he would not attend every campaign event, emphasizing the need to focus on governance and economic priorities.
**What security incidents occurred?**
Suspected Boko Haram fighters assaulted a military formation in Mairari community, Guzamala LGA, Borno State, around midnight on Tuesday, with reports of casualties on both sides after a two‑hour clash. In Osun State, a suspected ritualist, Saheed Babalola, was arrested for allegedly exhuming a corpse and mutilating it. Kwara State police also detained four men linked to the removal of human heads and possession of dismembered hands for alleged ritual use.
**What legal actions were taken?**
The Police Special Fraud Unit in Lagos arraigned a banker and seven others on a 12‑count charge of a ₦710 million proof‑of‑funds fraud before the Federal High Court. Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof. Joash Amupitan, stressed that algorithms will not decide the 2027 election outcome, reaffirming that voters alone determine the winner.
**What political tensions are emerging?**
Two Accord Party leaders in Lagos urged Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke to clarify his allegiance after reports named him coordinator of Tinubu’s 2027 campaign in the state. Additionally, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike called on APC governors to work diligently for Tinubu’s victory, warning that non‑performing governors should not claim credit if the president is re‑elected.
These items encapsulate the major political, security and judicial developments highlighted in today’s Nigerian newspaper roundup.