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Strong indications have emerged that Bola Ahmed Tinubu is considering automatic return tickets for a select group of federal lawmakers ahead of the 2027 general elections, in what political observers describe as a calculated move to sustain…
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Concerns have been raised by stakeholders and community leaders over what they describe as renewed misinformation targeting former Bayelsa State governor, Henry Seriake Dickson, in relation to the Toru–Ebeni Road project. A…
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The death of a two-year-old pupil at a private school in Rivers State has triggered widespread concern over child safety and accountability within Nigeria’s education system. Winnie Akakue died on March 17, 2026, at Wisdom Gate…
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The recent threat by the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to sanction broadcast organizations, comprising radio and television outfits, over declining standards in news and political analysis has not gone down well with some…
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Washington, D.C. – Panic erupted on Saturday night after gunshots were fired near former US President Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., forcing security operatives to evacuate the president and…
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Abuja, Nigeria – There is political tension in Sokoto State as Senator Ibrahim Lamido, representing Sokoto East Senatorial District, has formally resigned his membership from the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a resignation letter…
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Kano Governor Distribute Pants to Women?  A viral claim on social media alleges that Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf distributed underwear to women as empowerment or campaign gifts. The claim has sparked outrage and heated debate…
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You Sure You Can Win?' — How Adelabu Resigned Against Tinubu's Wish for Oyo Guber ABUJA, NIGERIA – The political landscape is currently on fire following the dramatic resignation of the Minister of Power, Chief…
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Benue Monarch Butchered In His Palace As Killers Spend 20 Minutes Raining Bullets. MAKURDI, NIGERIA – In what can only be described as a blood-curdling assault on traditional institution and humanity, gunmen have broken into…
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Tragedy Hits Nigerian Football As Former Super Eagles Star Michael Eneramo Slumps, Dies During Friendly Match In Kaduna KADUNA, NIGERIA – The Nigerian football community has been thrown into a deep state of mourning…
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The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has resigned from the Federal Executive Council to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State, signalling an early political realignment ahead of the next electoral cycle. His resignation was…
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Mohammed Mahmud Lele, recently posted to Algeria, passed away in Türkiye before assuming his diplomatic role. The Federal Government has announced the sudden and tragic passing of Mohammed Mahmud Lele, Nigeria’s newly appointed…
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The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of six defendants in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) following their arraignment on terrorism-related charges. The defendants were brought before the…
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Wale Edun and Ahmed Dangiwa have been Sacked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council, removing Olawale Edun as Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy,…
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The Federal Government has filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against six individuals accused of plotting to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The defendants include a retired major general, a retired naval…
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The Civil Defence Correctional Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has released a detailed breakdown of its nationwide recruitment exercise, revealing that over 793,000 applicants were disqualified during various stages of the…
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Tinubu Approves Reconstitution of Nigeria Police Academy Council, Releases Full List. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reconstitution of the governing council of the Nigeria Police Academy, appointing a 16-member…
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Suspected fighters linked to Ansaru have attacked a military base in Kwara State, killing at least three soldiers and injuring several others in a pre-dawn assault. The incident occurred in Kemanji, a community in Kaiama Local Government…
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The General Overseer of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, David Oyedepo, has declared what he described as divine judgment against bandits and their alleged sponsors. The cleric made the declaration during a sermon themed “Covenant Day…
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Don’t Even Think About It — Arewa Youths Vow Tinubu Will Complete Eight Years, Warn Atiku, Obi.  The Arewa Youth Assembly (AYA) has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should complete an eight-year tenure, urging Northern political…
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