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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: Give Tinubu 8 years, Nigeria Forward tells Northern politicians
Nigeria Forward has urged politicians from Northern Nigeria to support President Bola Tinubu’s bid to serve two full terms, potentially keeping him in office through 2031. The appeal relates to the 2027 election and reflects the group’s position that Tinubu should be allowed eight years in office.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Trump says CNN, MS NOW, Politico banned from White House
US President Donald Trump said CNN, MS NOW and Politico have been banned from the White House. The headline does not provide details on the reason for the decision, when it took effect, or how the outlets responded.
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Politics · Premium Times ·My successor in 2031 will emerge on merit, not godfatherism – Otti
Abia State Governor Alex Otti says his successor in 2031 will be chosen based on merit rather than godfatherism. The statement signals his preference for a leadership transition determined by competence and suitability, instead of the influence of political patrons.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Mambilla: APC campaign council asks Atiku to quit 2027 presidential race
The APC campaign council has called on Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the 2027 presidential contest over the Mambilla issue. The headline indicates a political appeal directed at the former vice-president, but does not provide details about the council’s reasons, the specific Mambilla reference, or Atiku’s response.
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Politics · Channels TV ·Gov Oborevwori Orders Probe As Suspected Thugs Disrupt NDC Mobilisation Campaign In Delta
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has ordered an investigation into an incident in which suspected thugs allegedly disrupted a mobilisation campaign organised by the Peoples Democratic Congress (NDC) in the state. The directive seeks to establish what happened and identify those responsible for the reported disruption.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Omisore: My political future is in God’s hands
Omisore says the direction of his political future remains in God’s hands, indicating that he has not publicly defined or confirmed his next political move. The statement reflects uncertainty about his plans while placing the outcome within his religious convictions.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Detainee Miners’ Death: Alake Dispatch Ministerial Probe Team To Niger
Minister of Solid Minerals Development Dele Alake has sent a ministerial investigative team to Niger State following the deaths of miners who were reportedly in detention. The team is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the fatalities and provide findings to the ministry.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Ex-President Jonathan calls for civil service reform, unified federal-state salary structure
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called for reforms to Nigeria’s civil service and advocated a unified salary structure covering federal and state government workers. His proposal focuses on harmonising pay arrangements across levels of government, though the headline does not provide further details on the suggested reforms or their implementation.
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Politics · Channels TV ·
2027 Election: Appeal Court Validates Registration Of NDC As Political Party
The Court of Appeal has upheld the registration of the NDC as a political party, confirming its legal status ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. The decision establishes the party’s recognition within the electoral process as preparations for the poll continue.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Atiku has zero credibility to point accusing fingers at Tinubu — APC Spokesperson
An All Progressives Congress spokesperson has criticised former vice president Atiku Abubakar, arguing that he lacks the credibility to accuse President Bola Tinubu of wrongdoing. The statement reflects an ongoing political dispute between the APC and Atiku, though the headline does not specify the allegations or provide the former vice president’s response.
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Politics · The Punch ·Soludo pardons jailed native doctor, appoints him youth ambassador
Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has granted a pardon to a jailed native doctor and appointed him as a youth ambassador. The move combines the governor’s exercise of clemency with a new public role for the individual, although the headline does not provide details about the conviction, pardon terms or ambassadorial responsibilities.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·NANS commends Tinubu, Umahi over Kano Northern bypass
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended President Bola Tinubu and Minister of Works David Umahi over the Kano Northern bypass project. The statement indicates that the student body considers the project significant, although the headline does not provide details about the reasons for the commendation or the project’s current status.
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Politics · PM News ·
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House
US President Donald Trump has banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, according to PM News. The headline does not specify the reason for the decision, when it takes effect, or whether the restriction applies to their journalists, access to briefings, or other White House activities.
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Politics · Channels TV ·Atiku Hasn’t Proposed Sensible Alternatives To Tinubu’s Policies – Morka
APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka says former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has not presented practical alternatives to President Bola Tinubu’s policies. The statement contrasts Atiku’s criticism with the absence, according to Morka, of clearly defined policy options to address the issues under discussion.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Kwankwaso demands justice for victims of NSCDC custody deaths
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has called for justice for people who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. The demand highlights concerns about the circumstances surrounding the deaths and seeks accountability for the victims, although the headline provides no further details about the cases or investigations.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Mambilla: Produce evidence of tribunal indicting me for corruption, Atiku dares APC
Atiku Abubakar has challenged the All Progressives Congress to produce evidence that a tribunal investigating the Mambilla power project indicted him for corruption. The former vice president’s demand centres on claims linking him to alleged wrongdoing and calls for the party to substantiate its allegation with documentary proof.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Ogun: PDP alleges harassment, intimidation during campaign at Odogbolu
The Peoples Democratic Party has alleged that its members or supporters faced harassment and intimidation during a campaign activity in Odogbolu, Ogun State, raising concerns about the conduct and security of political campaigns in the area.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Mambilla project case: No corruption verdict against me, Atiku replies APC
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has responded to the APC over the Mambilla power project case, rejecting any suggestion that a court found him guilty of corruption. His response centres on clarifying the legal outcome and disputing the party’s apparent characterization of the case.
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Politics · Nairametrics ·
Appeal Court reverses deregistration of Peter Obi’s NDC in 2-1 judgement
The Court of Appeal has overturned the deregistration of Peter Obi’s NDC in a split 2-1 judgment. The ruling restores the party’s legal status, although the headline does not provide details on the court’s reasoning or any subsequent steps available to the parties.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Kano Police Restrict Movement In Dawakin Kudu Ahead Of By-Election
Kano State Police have imposed movement restrictions in Dawakin Kudu ahead of a scheduled by-election. The measure is intended to support security and order during the electoral process, although the headline does not specify the duration, affected routes, or additional details about the poll.
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