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Opposition parties lash Yari over APC’ll rule beyond 2031 vow

Opposition parties lash Yari over APC’ll rule beyond 2031 vow

OPPOSITION parties and some stakeholders, yesterday, batted the Director-General of All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, APC-PCC, Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari, over his comments that the ruling party would win the 2027 presidential polls and rule the country beyond 2031.
Obi disagrees with Atiku on fuel subsidy removal

Obi disagrees with Atiku on fuel subsidy removal

Dangote Refinery has reduced the gantry price of petrol, to N1,250 per litre from N1,275 per litre, representing a two per cent decrease.

Domestic petrol supply falls 20.6%, imports rise in July — NMDPRA

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2027: Onoh faults APC campaign council list, urges Tinubu to review it

2027: Onoh faults APC campaign council list, urges Tinubu to review it

By Dennis Agbo Former South-East spokesman of the Tinubu/Shettima Presidential Campaign Council, Denge Josef Onoh, has criticised the newly released 223-member All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 elections, urging President Bola Tinubu to review its composition. Onoh, in a memorandum addressed to the President, expressed concern over what he described as […]

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2027: ‘If you want to lead Nigeria, your past must be clear’ — ACF

2027: ‘If you want to lead Nigeria, your past must be clear’ — ACF

The Arewa Consultative Forum, ACF, has said politicians seeking to lead Nigeria in the 2027 general elections must be prepared to account for their past, insisting that Nigerians have the right to scrutinise their educational background, antecedents and integrity.

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ADC condemns illegal occupation of secretariat in Ekiti by ex-chair

ADC condemns illegal occupation of secretariat in Ekiti by ex-chair

The leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ekiti State Chapter, has strongly condemned the illegal entry and forceful occupation of the State Party Secretariat by the former Chairman, Ilesanmi Omolayo and some suspected hoodlums parading as party officials.

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Ethiopia bids to host 2028 AFCON

Ethiopia bids to host 2028 AFCON

Ethiopia has formally submitted its bid to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2028, which would be its first in more than half a century.

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Solomon Dalung insists Tinubu's govt is fraught with cabals' interference.

2027: APC campaign council list raises questions about corruption — Dalung

Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has raised concerns over the initial composition of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 general elections, saying allegations surrounding some members could undermine public confidence in the ruling party.

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Opposition parties lash Yari over APC’ll rule beyond 2031 vow

Nigerian newspapers review: Opposition parties lash Yari over ‘APC’ll rule beyond 2031’ vow

In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with opposition parties and some stakeholders lashing out at the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, APC-PCC, Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari, over his comments that the ruling party would win the 2027 presidential polls and rule the country beyond 2031.

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Eid-el-Maulud: Matawalle movement urges Zamfara Muslims to emulate Prophet Muhammad

Eid-el-Maulud: Matawalle movement urges Zamfara Muslims to emulate Prophet Muhammad

By Idris Salisu, Gusau GUSAU — The Matawalle Political Movement (MPM) has felicitated Muslims in Zamfara State and across Nigeria on the occasion of the Eid-el-Maulud celebration, urging them to emulate the virtues and teachings of Prophet Muhammad. The group, in a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary, Malam Yusuf Idris Gusau, on Tuesday, said […]

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Eid-el-Maulud: Anambra Speaker urges religious tolerance

Eid-el-Maulud: Anambra Speaker urges religious tolerance

By Vincent Ujumadu AWKA — Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, has called on religious bodies across the country to promote peaceful coexistence and strengthen interreligious relations despite their differences. Udeze made the call in a message to mark this year’s Eid-el-Maulud celebration, urging Nigerians to see religion as […]

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Just in: APC denies withdrawal of 2027 presidential campaign council list

Just in: APC denies withdrawal of 2027 presidential campaign council list

ABUJA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports that it has withdrawn the list of its 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, describing the reports as rumours. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, made the clarification in a brief response on Tuesday morning, saying the APC would formally announce any changes to the campaign […]

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Umahi to visit Benin-Asaba road amid worsening gridlock

Umahi to visit Benin-Asaba road amid worsening gridlock

ABUJA — Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced an urgent intervention on the troubled Benin-Asaba Road, saying he will visit the highway on Tuesday following mounting protests, complaints and severe traffic gridlock along the route. Umahi said he would meet with independent engineers, the concessionaire handling the road project, officials of the Ministry of […]

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Just in: APC denies withdrawal of 2027 presidential campaign council list

Just in: APC denies withdrawal of 2027 presidential campaign council list

ABUJA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed reports that it has withdrawn the list of its 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, describing the reports as rumours. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, made the clarification in a brief response on Tuesday morning, saying the APC would formally announce any changes to the campaign […]
Tinubu has outperformed every elected president in Nigeria — Felix Morka

Tinubu has outperformed every elected president in Nigeria — Felix Morka

Obi disagrees with Atiku on fuel subsidy removal

Obi disagrees with Atiku on fuel subsidy removal

Adeleke receives new Osun CP, demands release of detainees

Adeleke receives new Osun CP, demands release of detainees

Obi disagrees with Atiku on fuel subsidy removal

2027: Obi disagrees with Atiku on subsidy, faults management of proceeds

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ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

ONE VOTE: Will Nigerians vote with their stomachs?

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Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

Iwoye: Àwọn ọlọ́pàá mú ènìyàn mẹ́ta ní ìlú Jos nítorí ikú Ibrahim ti won fi esun ole kan…

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ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

ONE VOTE: Where are the Senate and House of Reps candidates for 2027?

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Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

Ìwòye: NSCDC gba àwọn akẹ́kọ̀ọ́ ọgọ́jọ sílẹ̀ ní ilé ẹ̀kọ́ gíga ayédèrú; Ilé ẹjọ́ dá ẹjọ́ ikú fún òjíṣẹ́ Ọlọ́run, Ubong Basi, tó pa ọmọ ẹ̀ nítorí àìlera

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BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

BBNaija contestants who fail to plan for life after show will fall by road side – Seyi Awolowo

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Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

Favour pa ara rẹ̀ nítorí pé arákùnrin Ifáyín Ọ̀gbọ́nnà fi ipá bá a lòpọ̀ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Delta; Musbau pa ìyàwó rẹ̀ nítorí oúnjẹ ní Ìpínlẹ̀ Nasarawa

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ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

ONE VOTE: Your Vote Starts Before Election Day

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Opposition parties lash Yari over APC’ll rule beyond 2031 vow

Nigerian newspapers review: Opposition parties lash Yari over ‘APC’ll rule beyond 2031’ vow

In today’s Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with opposition parties and some stakeholders lashing out at the Director-General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, APC-PCC, Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari, over his comments that the ruling party would win the 2027 presidential polls and rule the country beyond 2031.
World’s billionaires get even richer during COVID-19 pandemic ― Study

Dollar to Naira exchange rate today, August 25, 2026

NFF

DSS, NIA to probe NFF over alleged sabotage of national interests

Dangote Refinery has reduced the gantry price of petrol, to N1,250 per litre from N1,275 per litre, representing a two per cent decrease.

Domestic petrol supply falls 20.6%, imports rise in July — NMDPRA

100 days after, where are the 44 missing Borno schoolchildren?

100 days after, where are the 44 missing Borno schoolchildren?

Metro

Bini riva life festival: The river proves “Water No Get Enemy” as neighbours unite

Bini riva life festival: The river proves “Water No Get Enemy” as neighbours unite

His Majesty sat in quiet excitement watching the boat races unfold before him. Around him, residents and visitors had gathered not merely to observe a festival, but to step into a way of life rarely glimpsed beyond the creeks and winding waterways of the Niger Delta. It was, in every sense, a homecoming, not of people, but of a people to their own story.
We’re being swallowed alive! —Delta community cries out

We’re being swallowed alive! —Delta community cries out

Bayelsa

Oil Facilities: Bayelsa family landowners battle for compensation over land

The unfinished buildings of Benin

The unfinished buildings of Benin

The Nigeria Police Force

C’River: Man takes own life inside Obudu Market

Columns

May & Baker warns investors against fraudulent investment scheme

May & Baker warns investors against fraudulent investment scheme

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Peace on paper, peril in practice: Why 2027’s elections remain at risk, by Dakuku Peterside

Peace on paper, peril in practice: Why 2027’s elections remain at risk, by Dakuku Peterside

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The Nigerian dream: Is it still alive? By Ejiro Ofoye

The Nigerian dream: Is it still alive? By Ejiro Ofoye

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Subsidy policy as election game-changer? By Suleiman A. Suleiman

Subsidy policy as election game-changer? By Suleiman A. Suleiman

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Osun The Beautiful: The musical opera of our future politics, by Owei Lakemfa

Osun The Beautiful: The musical opera of our future politics, by Owei Lakemfa

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FG and Umahi’s roads to hell, by Dele Sobowale

FG and Umahi’s roads to hell, by Dele Sobowale

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Inside Gusau’s ‘rotten’ NFF, by Patrick Omorodion

Inside Gusau’s ‘rotten’ NFF, by Patrick Omorodion

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Entertainment

Poco Lee: “There’s more than people have heard – Rahman Jago

Poco Lee: “There’s more than people have heard – Rahman Jago

Nigerian dancer and socialite Rahman Jago has spoken out following the reported arrest of his colleague and friend, Poco Lee, in the United Kingdom.
BBNaija 11: Chimsom Chuka wins Head of House title for second time

BBNaija 11: Chimsom Chuka wins Head of House title for second time

Ogogo preserved our culture through his talent – Tinubu

Ogogo preserved our culture through his talent – Tinubu

How cancer symptoms can be mistaken for ulcer — Aproko Doctor

How cancer symptoms can be mistaken for ulcer — Aproko Doctor

Gaza documentary to premiere at Venice film festival

Gaza documentary to premiere at Venice film festival

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Risk-On or Risk-Off? How to Read Global Sentiment Before You Trade

How Creators Are Earning From Their  Content Instantly Through Gifting on Yolly 

How Creators Are Earning From Their  Content Instantly Through Gifting on Yolly 

 Verification checks are turning withdrawals into a waiting game

 Verification checks are turning withdrawals into a waiting game

Bettors are switching bookmakers the moment a payout gets delayed

Bettors are switching bookmakers the moment a payout gets delayed

Videos

I’m a homeless widow, but won’t fornicate to survive — Joyce, graduate, mother of four

I’m a homeless widow, but won’t fornicate to survive — Joyce, graduate, mother of four

Nostalgia, glitz as icons reunite for Daddy Showkey’s 50th anniversary celebration

Nostalgia, glitz as icons reunite for Daddy Showkey’s 50th anniversary celebration

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

Don’t shake hands indiscriminately with men

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

People Talk: If You Could Ask President Tinubu One Question Today, What Would It Be

ICYMI

Why Awujale deserves GCON honour - Tinubu

IJEBULAND: Inside story of the Awujale succession crisis

For Ijebuland, the wait for a new Awujale has become much more than a traditional succession exercise. It has evolved into a complex contest involving custom, law, family interests, institutional authority and allegations of political influence.
Stop blackmailing judiciary, Presidency cautions Atiku, PDP

Release Tinubu’s records now, Atiku tells FBI

US, Canada fail to reach trade pact to avert Trump tariffs

US, Canada fail to reach trade pact to avert Trump tariffs

Dance, laughter as Vanguard’s ex-staff return home to launch book, dine, wine with the family

Dance, laughter as Vanguard’s ex-staff return home to launch book, dine, wine with the family

Governor Adeleke's victory: Nigerians must replicate Osun experience in 2027 — Lawyers, activists

Adeleke’s victory: Nigerians must replicate Osun experience in 2027 — Lawyers, activists

Today’s toons

Cartoon: Grammar governor, shakis governor, native doctor governor, dancing governor – what’s next?

Cartoon: Grammar governor, shakis governor, native doctor governor, dancing governor – what’s next?

Cartoon: The gods are hungry, too

Cartoon: The gods are hungry, too

Cartoon: Generational 'wealth'

Cartoon: Generational ‘wealth’

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Business

Eastern Ports Rehabilitation:  FG awards Escravos Channel dredging, breakwater reconstruction

Eastern Ports Rehabilitation:  FG awards Escravos Channel dredging, breakwater reconstruction

As part of efforts to revitalize the Eastern ports, the Federal Government, through the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), has awarded the contract for the reconstruction of the dilapidated Escravos Channel at Warri Port, Delta State. Confirming the development, Mr. Ikechukwu Oyenmakara, General Manager of Corporate and Strategic Communication at the Nigerian Ports Authority, stated that […]
Chinese imports from Nigeria jump 81% to $2.25bn after zero-tariff policy

Chinese imports from Nigeria jump 81% to $2.25bn after zero-tariff policy

E-Payment

E-payment transaction volume falls 9.2%, value rises to N1,053trn

Nigeria-UAE trade surges 66.7% to $5bn in 1 year

Nigeria-UAE trade surges 66.7% to $5bn in 1 year

Top consumer goods manufacturers post N3.5trn revenue in H1’26

Top consumer goods manufacturers post N3.5trn revenue in H1’26

Health

Children bear brunt as funding crisis threatens global HIV gains – New report

Children bear brunt as funding crisis threatens global HIV gains – New report

PCN board shake-up: Pharmacists reject reduced council, demand stronger professional representation

PCN board shake-up: Pharmacists reject reduced council, demand stronger professional representation

Redeemer’s Health Village takes on medical tourism with robotic surgery services

Redeemer’s Health Village takes on medical tourism with robotic surgery services

3.5m missing births:: How hospitals can close Nigeria’s registration gap

3.5m missing births:: How hospitals can close Nigeria’s registration gap

Sports

Ethiopia bids to host 2028 AFCON

Ethiopia bids to host 2028 AFCON

Ethiopia has formally submitted its bid to host the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2028, which would be its first in more than half a century.
Alonso makes winning start with Chelsea; Rogers scores on debut

Alonso makes winning start with Chelsea; Rogers scores on debut

World Cup-winner Petit joins call for change in FIFA leadership

World Cup-winner Petit joins call for change in FIFA leadership

DSS probes NFF

DSS probes NFF

Full list: UEFA Champions League quarter-final fixtures

UEFA announces deadline for Champions League registration squad

Relationships

Parents who think their children are the greatest!

Parents who think their children are the greatest!

‘I regret snatching my friend’s husband’ — Reader

‘I regret snatching my friend’s husband’ — Reader

Put your wife down at your peril!

Put your wife down at your peril!

Dear Bunmi, I know it sounds strange that at this time and age, there could be a virgin in her thirties but that’s exactly what I am

Dear Bunmi, I’m a virgin at 30; nervous with my boyfriend

Special Report

100 days after, where are the 44 missing Borno schoolchildren?

100 days after, where are the 44 missing Borno schoolchildren?

On May 15, Boko Haram terrorists invaded Mussa Central Primary School in Askira-Uba LGA of Borno, and abducted over 40 schoolchildren, including a toddler

LG Autonomy

APC Campaign Council: Meet 14 governors tasked with delivering Tinubu in 2027

As the 2027 general elections approach, political parties are gearing up for the contest, with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) seeking to retain the presidency and strengthen its hold across the country. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opened the 2027 electioneering season, paving the way for political parties to roll out their […]

AFCON 2025: Nigeria beat Egypt 4-2 on penalties to win bronze

World Cup, Super Eagles’ AFCON heartbreak, others dominate Google searches

“January belonged to AFCON, and to heartbreak,” Google said. “Nigeria vs Morocco” became one of the biggest individual queries of 2026.

Being Wife of Dancing Governor: ‘What I discovered about the Adeleke family’

Being Wife of Dancing Governor: ‘What I discovered about the Adeleke family’

While tribal relations in Southern Nigeria have deteriorated of late, many marriages between Yorubas and Igbos continue to thrive in all strata of society

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Technology

339 innovation hubs set for standardisation as FG deepens digital inclusion

339 innovation hubs set for standardisation as FG deepens digital inclusion

Stakeholders reviewed its structure, examined its proposed standards and assessment approach, identified potential implementation challenges

Anambra’s local AI raises Nigeria’s digital sovereignty hopes

Anambra’s local AI raises Nigeria’s digital sovereignty hopes

*As OADC, Analytics Intelligence deal, media’s Big Tech battle fuel push for homegrown AI By Prince Osuagwu Nigeria’s dream of achieving artificial intelligence AI sovereignty may have received an unexpected boost from Anambra State, where the state’s ICT Agency has begun deploying a locally trained AI system to automate government operations and explore new ways […]

From banking to entertainment: How Nigerians consumed 6.98m TB in five months

From banking to entertainment: How Nigerians consumed 6.98m TB in five months

By Juliet Umeh From transferring money through mobile banking applications to attending virtual business meetings, streaming films, watching videos, marketing products, attending online classes and chatting with friends and family, the internet has quietly become part of almost every aspect of daily life in Nigeria. The scale of that dependence is reflected in the country’s […]

Meta: Facebook, Instagram drop fact-checking ahead of Trump term

Media under pressure: Battles 29 US states over alleged Facebook, Instagram harm to children

….Zuckerberg, Mosseri expected to testify …FCCPC previously secured $220m fine against Meta, WhatsApp By Juliet Umeh Social media is facing one of its biggest legal tests as Meta Platforms, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, battles 29 US states over allegations that it deliberately designed its platforms in ways that could harm children and teenagers. […]

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Education

FG releases 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission list

FG releases 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission list

The Federal Government has released the 2026/2027 admission list for successful candidates offered places into Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) of federal unity colleges across the country.

JAMB

JAMB moves O’Level upload online, ends CBT centre visits

…Candidates can now verify, upload results from home By Joseph Erunke, Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has introduced an online system allowing candidates seeking admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions through the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, to verify and upload their O’Level results from home. The new service, which initially covers […]

INSPECTOR OMOGBAI: Doing policing with motherly love

INSPECTOR OMOGBAI: Doing policing with motherly love

By Adesina Wahab She got enlisted in the Nigeria Police Force, NPF, 24 years ago and has risen through the ranks to become an Inspector in the Traffic Department. Justina Omogbai, a mother of five, was recently recognized and honoured by the management of Trinity University, Sabo, Yaba, Lagos during their second Registry Week and […]

Graduation parties or extortion by other means

Graduation parties or extortion by other means

In the days of yore, the academic session was brought to a close with Prize Giving Day, during which pupils and students would also present drama sketches and playlets, principally to teach morals. Such events were held at no cost to parents and guardians; rather, some pupils and students who excelled would go home with prizes.

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