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Opposition Parties Unite to Field Single Presidential Candidate for 2027
Kabiru Tanimu-Turaki, a factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, has announced a landmark agreement among Nigeria’s opposition parties. Speaking at the National Opposition Summit in Ibadan on Saturday, Turaki revealed that the parties have resolved to field a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. The gathering in Oyo State brought together various political leaders to strategize against the ruling All Progressives Congress. The coalition stated that this move is a direct…
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Senator Natasha Vows to Appeal ₦1 Billion Defamation Judgment
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has formally rejected the Kogi State High Court judgment ordering her to pay ₦1 billion in damages to former Governor Yahaya Bello. In a statement released through her media office on Saturday, the senator representing Kogi Central dismissed the verdict in its entirety. She maintained that the court failed to properly evaluate the evidence presented during the trial. The dispute stems from a November 2022 interview on Arise Television where the senator…
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Atiku, Kwankwaso, Amaechi, other opposition heavyweights gather in Ibadan summit
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has arrived in Ibadan for a high-level opposition political leaders’ summit hosted by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde. He joined an influential assembly of political heavyweights already in the city, including former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola. The summit, currently underway in Ibadan, has drawn a broad spectrum of opposition stakeholders from across Nigeria. Discussions are expected…
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N1bn: Yahaya Bello wins defamation suit against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
The Kogi State High Court has ordered Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to pay ₦1 billion in damages to former Governor Yahaya Bello. In the judgment for suit No. HCL/16/2023, the court found that the senator, who represents Kogi Central, successfully defamed the former governor. The presiding judge ruled that the evidence provided by Bello’s legal team proved the case on the balance of probabilities. The legal battle centered on an interview the senator granted on November…
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Nigerian Woman in South Africa Cries Out Over Rising Hostility
The concerns raised in the video suggest that the friction has evolved beyond simple disputes over documentation. According to her account, many Nigerians are now being explicitly told by locals to vacate the country entirely. This shift indicates a more aggressive climate where legal status no longer provides a shield against xenophobic sentiment. Sharing the emotional toll on her family, the woman revealed that her children, who were born in South Africa, are now targets…
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Tinubu swears in Darma as Housing Minister
The appointment was formally announced on Friday through a statement by Bayo Onanuga, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Information and Strategy. During the ceremony, the President congratulated the new minister for joining the administration during a critical period. Tinubu highlighted the need for high-level expertise to navigate current national development challenges. The President expressed strong confidence in the new minister’s ability to deliver on his mandate based on his professional history. Addressing…
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Tinubu’s Resurfaced Security Vow Sparks Debate Amid New Claims
A series of past social media posts by President Bola Tinubu regarding national security has resurfaced online, triggering a fresh debate over executive accountability. The comments have gained significant traction as citizens compare the President’s previous stance with the current security climate. These archives highlight a period when the President was vocal about the specific obligations of the nation’s leader. In one of the most widely shared posts, Tinubu explicitly defined where the responsibility for…
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Newborn baby found dead dumped along road in Benue
Panic and outrage gripped residents of Gboko in Benue State on Friday following a grim discovery along Rice Mill Road. In the early hours of the morning, passersby spotted the body of a dead newborn baby dumped by the roadside. The sight immediately triggered shock and emotional reactions from those traveling through the area. A large crowd of residents gathered at the scene, expressing deep anger and sadness over the incident. Many onlookers described the…
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Yul Edochie states why he thinks Peter Obi hasn’t achieved anything politically in recent times
Actor Yul Edochie has sparked conversation on social media by offering a spiritual explanation for Peter Obi’s recent political trajectory. In a post shared on X, Edochie claimed that the former presidential candidate’s progress is being hindered by a past commitment. He suggested that Obi’s ambitions remain tied to his former political home, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). Edochie insinuated that unless the former Anambra State Governor returns to the party, he may continue…
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Tinubu and Jonathan Hold High-Level Consultations at Aso Rock
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu hosted former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday afternoon. The visit, which took place around 4 p.m., is part of a series of periodic consultations between the two leaders regarding regional and continental affairs. Photos shared by the presidency captured the duo in a relaxed discussion within the President’s office. While the meeting was held behind closed doors, its timing coincides with ongoing diplomatic efforts…
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No woman caused it, betrayal did’ — Peter Psquare on family feud
Nigerian music star, Peter Okoye, popularly known as Mr P, has dismissed claims that a woman caused the renewed crisis within the Okoye family, insisting the dispute is rooted in alleged betrayal, theft and long-standing internal disagreements spanning over two decades. In a series of posts shared on Wednesday via his X handle, Mr P rejected what he described as attempts to blame women for the family fallout. “Before you drag any woman into this!…
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Supreme Court Reserves Judgment on ADC Leadership Crisis
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has reserved its judgment in a legal battle to determine the authentic leadership of the African Democratic Congress. This case is pivotal as the party prepares for political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections. The apex court’s decision follows an earlier order for accelerated hearings into disputes involving several major political parties. Arguments were heard on Wednesday regarding a deep internal rift between two primary factions. One group is…
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