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Sokoto Councillors raise ₦50m for Gov’s second term
Councillors across Sokoto State have raised ₦50 million to support the second-term ambition of Governor Ahmad Aliyu ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Muslim leaders deny role in Ani’s arrest in Enugu
Muslim leaders in Enugu State have denied allegations linking them to the arrest of Alhaji Musa Ani, describing claims circulating on social media as false and misleading.
Nigeria is Africa’s most spammed country – Report
What makes Nigeria’s story different is who is making the calls. In Indonesia and Mexico, financial services impersonation is the dominant lure, accounting for over 40% of spam.
PMS Pump Price in Nigeria faces upward pressure as global crude oil prices soar
Petrol prices in Nigeria may come under renewed pressure following a sharp rise in global crude oil prices, which has driven up the cost of refined petroleum products across international markets.
Peter Obi’s heart was never in ADC — Babachir Lawal
Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal has said Peter Obi was never fully committed to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
2027: Wike settles for George-Kelly, Chinda as APC, PDP guber aspirants —Source
PORT HARCOURT— Two core allies of the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, who also belong to the Rainbow Coalition, have been tipped to run for the governorship of the state in the 2027 general elections.
Edo South 2027: Youth group backs Ogbeide-Ihama, urges Ize-Iyamu to present credentials
A group under the aegis of Edo Youth Renaissance (EYR) has urged Osagie Ize-Iyamu to clarify his position on the Edo South Senatorial District race, stating that its support currently rests with Omorgie Ogbeide-Ihama.
FG steps up diplomatic push to reverse Nigeria’s ‘Country of Particular Concern’ designation
The federal government is intensifying diplomatic efforts to secure the reversal of Nigeria’s Country of Particular Concern, CPC, designation by the United States, citing progress in bilateral security and regional stability cooperation.
Naira rises to N1,382/$ in parallel market
THE Naira yesterday appreciated to N1,382 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,387 per dollar on Monday.
Why Atiku Abubakar will never be president (2), by Ochereome Nnanna
Most people say that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has vied for president of Nigeria six times over 30 years (1993 – 2023). For me, it’s seven times. In 2003 when he was President Olusegun Obasanjo’s deputy, his failed “Mandela Option”, aimed at limiting Obasanjo to one term, was meant to clear the way for him […]
10 young players ready to take over 2026 FIFA World Cup
These players, who range from teenage wonderkids to emerging stars currently making waves in Europe’s top leagues, have the potential to become the tournament’s breakout stars in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
2027: Citing crises, 19 NASS members defect to NDC
ABUJA—The reinvigorated Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, yesterday, reaped no fewer than 20 defectors and became the fourth force in the National Assembly.
Pharmacists’ shortage reaching breaking point — Lagos PSN
THE Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, PSN, Lagos State Branch, yesterday, warned over what it described as a “dangerous depletion” of pharmacists in the Lagos State Ministry of Health, cautioning that the situation is already weakening drug regulation and opening the door to statutory breaches in the state’s healthcare system.
Cybercrime surge hits Nigeria’s digital economy as losses hit N12bn annually
Nigeria’s digital economy is growing fast, but cyber attacks are also increasing, and security is not improving quickly enough to match it.
ADC/NDC: Fractured opposition, forgotten masses
By MOSHOOD OSHUNFUREWA The unfolding drama surrounding the recent political movements of Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, particularly their reported departure from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to newly formed party, Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), offers yet another sobering reflection on the fragile architecture of opposition politics in Nigeria. At a time when the masses […]

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