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2027: Bomadi elders, stakeholders back Mutu’s re-election bid

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Tottenham climb out of relegation zone after 2-1 win at Aston Villa
Tottenham climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone with a vital 2-1 win at under-strength Aston Villa on Sunday.
Defection: Peter Obi was left with no choice but to defect – DG Heritage Centre
A foundation leader of the Obidient Movement and Director-General of the Heritage Centre, Dr. Katch Onanuju, has said the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, had no option but to pursue his political future elsewhere following developments within the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Attacks: NRC seeks community support for train protection
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has condemned the increasing attacks on train operations along the Abuja–Kaduna rail corridor by suspected vandals and criminal elements, calling for stronger community support to protect railway infrastructure.
Let us end internal conflicts, unnecessary court cases – Peter Obi
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called on political actors in Nigeria to end internal party conflicts and unnecessary litigation, warning that such disputes are slowing national progress.
“This Ship Must Sail” — Obi after decamping to NDC
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has declared support for a new political direction following his reported move to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), insisting that the journey ahead “must succeed.”
84-yr-old Alex Ferguson rushed to hospital before Man Utd win against Liverpool
Legendary former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital after falling ill before the Red Devils’ 3-2 win over rivals Liverpool on Sunday.
Tinubu congratulates Team Nigeria on record 15th African wrestling title
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its commanding performance at the 2026 African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt, where the nation secured a record 15th continental title in the women’s category.
OPEC+ increases oil production quota to stabilize market
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, collectively known as OPEC+, have increased the oil production quota of member countries in a bid to stabilize the global oil market.
I was forced to transfer N200,000 at gunpoint by Police — Victim
A Facebook user, Aare Feyisayo, has narrated how he was allegedly forced to transfer N200,000 by operatives of the Lagos State Police Command while on his way to work in the early hours of Wednesday.
3 EPL teams confirm Champions League qualification
Three Premier League clubs have now mathematically secured qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League, following Manchester United’s dramatic victory over Liverpool on Sunday.
Obi, Kwankwaso join NDC
After weeks of speculation over their political future amid the lingering crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, and the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, have joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
Experts urge action to stop South Africa xenophobia
Nigerians and other African migrants living in South Africa are increasingly living in fear following renewed anti-foreigner protests in parts of Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, and KwaZulu-Natal, where tensions have prompted many to close businesses early and avoid public gatherings.
Troops foil terror plot in Katsina, Zamfara, neutralise nine
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, have foiled a planned attack and neutralised nine terrorists, including two identified kingpins, during coordinated operations in Katsina and Zamfara States between 1 and 3 May 2026.
No Nigerian killed in South Africa protest – FG
The Federal Government has said that no Nigerian was killed and no Nigerian-owned property was destroyed during recent anti-foreigner protests in parts of South Africa.
130 Nigerians apply for evacuation as Xenophobic tensions rise in South Africa
The Federal Government has confirmed that 130 Nigerians in South Africa have applied for voluntary evacuation as tensions rise following renewed anti-foreigner protests in parts of the country.

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