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Tinubu Declares: Nigerians Are Benefiting More From My Government

September 1, 2026 Omajemite Don

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday assured Nigerians that his administration would intensify its ongoing efforts to translate improving macroeconomic indicators into tangible, better living conditions for citizens across the country.…

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Tears: 30 killed in Kaduna attack including five siblings from same family

July 28, 2026 Omajemite Don

Gunmen killed 30 people, including five siblings from the same family, when they invaded the Naridon community in Kamaru Chawai Ward of Kauru Local Government Area, Kaduna State, on Monday.…

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Akpabio Warns of Rigging Allegations if Tinubu Wins 2027

July 10, 2026 Omajemite Don

Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Wednesday predicted that opposition parties would likely accuse President Bola Tinubu of rigging the 2027 presidential election if he secures a second term, urging supporters…

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SHOCKING: Police say officer who executed handcuffed Delta man was under “spiritual attack

April 29, 2026 Okolosi Gloria

The Nigeria Police Force has attributed the extrajudicial killing of a handcuffed suspect by Officer Usman Nuhu in Delta State to potential spiritual forces, a statement that has sparked widespread…

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2027: “No Justification for Nigerians to Vote Tinubu” — OBJ Drops Bombshell

April 28, 2026 Omajemite Don

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has intensified political debate ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring that Nigerians have “no justification” to re-elect President Bola Tinubu if current governance challenges persist.…

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2027: Obi–Kwankwaso Ticket Can’t Beat APC — Atiku–Obi Is the Real Threat, Says ADC Chieftain

April 28, 2026 Gideon Ese

… ADC Official Cites Electoral Math A senior figure within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed the likelihood of a Peter Obi–Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket defeating the ruling All…

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Presidency Dismisses Ibadan Declaration, Says Opposition ‘Standing on Sinking Ground’

April 27, 2026 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

The Presidency has criticised the recent Ibadan declaration by opposition political actors, describing their coalition efforts as weak and lacking substance ahead of the 2027 general election.   Sunday Dare,…

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BREAKING: Suspected Ansaru Fighters Attack Kwara Military Base, Kill Soldiers, Injure Others

April 20, 2026 Omajemite Don

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…

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“Only Tinubu Own Dey”: Outrage as ‘Renewed Hope’ Branding Spotted Inside INEC Office in Rivers [VIDEO]

April 16, 2026 Musa Jibril

Public concern intensified after a vehicle bearing “Renewed Hope” campaign branding—widely associated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu—was reportedly seen within the premises of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) office…

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Each Nigerian Now Owes ₦724,000 as DMO Reveals Public Debt Hit ₦159.28 Trillion in December 2025

April 16, 2026 Okolosi Gloria

An analysis of Nigeria’s latest public debt figures shows that each Nigerian carries an average debt burden of approximately ₦724,000, as the country’s total public debt rose to ₦159.28 trillion…

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“I Was Sent With N850,000”: 15-Year-Old Confesses to Role in Killing of Brigadier General Braimah in Borno

April 13, 2026 Omajemite Don

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North-East) Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 15-year-old suspect over his alleged involvement in the deadly ambush that claimed the life of Brigadier General Oseni Braimah and three…

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FULL LIST: Seven Ministers Sacked, Resigned Under Tinubu As More Step Down Ahead of 2027

March 31, 2026 Omajemite Don

As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration enters its third year, the winds of change continue to sweep through the Federal Executive Council. Since assuming office in 2023, the President has…

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Hot Weather in Nigeria: Best Foods to Eat to Stay Cool and Healthy

March 12, 2026 Omajemite Don

Nigeria’s hot season often brings prolonged periods of extreme temperatures, with several regions recording heat levels exceeding 40°C between February and May, according to data from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency.…

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Just Five Left: Meet the Governors Still Outside APC as Party Secures 31 States

March 11, 2026 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

ABUJA – The All Progressives Congress (APC) has cemented its dominance across Nigeria’s political landscape, now claiming control of 31 out of the country’s 36 states following a historic wave of…

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BREAKING: 40 Nigerian Soldiers, Lieutenant Colonel Brutally Murdered as Terrorists Overrun Military Bases in Borno

March 7, 2026 Omajemite Don

More than 40 Nigerian soldiers, including a commanding officer, have been confirmed killed following coordinated attacks by militants of the Islamic State-backed faction of Boko Haram, the Islamic State West…

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What The U.S. Military Presence In Nigeria Really Means For Security

March 2, 2026 Media Partner

The question of U.S. military presence in Nigeria continues to generate debate across diplomatic, security and policy circles. Discussions often focus on whether such cooperation strengthens national security or risks…

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You’ll Collapse and Go” – Wike Warns Politicians Backing Betrayal

February 7, 2026 Media Partner

“You’ll Collapse and Go” – Wike Warns Politicians Backing Betrayal Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning to politicians he accused of supporting betrayal…

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Seven Arrested in Delta Over International Online Scam

February 6, 2026 Media Partner

Seven Suspects Arrested As Nigerian Police and UK NCA Bust International Financial Scam Centre in Delta The Nigeria Police Force has dismantled an international online investment fraud syndicate operating out…

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Horrific Scene as Islamic Terrorists Killed 70 People, Vandalize 35 Churches

February 5, 2026 Omajemite Don

Armed attackers suspected to be Islamic terrorists launched a deadly assault on communities in Chanchanji Council Ward of Takum Local Government Area, Taraba State, leaving at least 70 people dead…

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Nigeria Police Backtrack, Confirm Abduction of 172 Christians in Kaduna

January 21, 2026 Omajemite Don

The Nigeria Police Force has formally confirmed the abduction of 172 Christians by Islamic terrorists in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following days of public…

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