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Politics · Vanguard ·Makinde faults Tinubu’s legacy roads projects
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s legacy roads projects, raising concerns about their planning, execution or broader impact. The headline indicates a disagreement over the federal road initiative, but provides no further details about the specific projects, concerns raised or response from the presidency.
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Politics · Leadership News ·Nasarawa APC Crisis Deepens As Group Faults Primary, Rejects Al-Makura Blame
The crisis within Nasarawa State’s All Progressives Congress has intensified after a group criticised the party’s primary election and rejected claims attributing the dispute to former governor Umaru Tanko Al-Makura. The development points to continuing disagreements within the party over the primary process and responsibility for the internal conflict.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Soludo promises new homes for Nnobi residents displaced by road expansion
Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has promised to provide new homes for residents of Nnobi displaced by a road expansion project. The pledge addresses the housing needs of affected community members, although the headline does not specify the number of residents involved, the location of the replacement homes, or when construction will begin.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: Toyin Abraham, Yinka Quadri, Jide Kosoko, Bukky Wright, Oga Bello others named in APC campaign council
The All Progressives Congress has reportedly included actors Toyin Abraham, Yinka Quadri, Jide Kosoko, Bukky Wright and Oga Bello, among others, in its campaign council for the 2027 elections. Their inclusion highlights the party’s involvement of prominent entertainment personalities in its electoral mobilisation efforts.
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Politics · The Punch ·FG reviews 1978 air deal to secure more Hajj slots for Nigerian airlines
The Federal Government is reviewing a 1978 air services agreement as part of efforts to increase the number of Hajj travel slots available to Nigerian airlines. The review is aimed at addressing arrangements governing air transport for pilgrims and potentially expanding opportunities for domestic carriers during the pilgrimage season.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Ovia South West Chairman Osarobo Begins Familiarisation Tour Of Traditional Rulers, Communities
Ovia South West Chairman Osarobo has commenced a familiarisation tour of traditional rulers and communities within the area. The tour is focused on meeting local traditional authorities and residents as part of his engagement with stakeholders across the local government area.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: Foreign missions must avoid unsolicited lectures on democracy — Minister
Ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, the minister has urged foreign missions to refrain from giving unsolicited lectures on democracy. The warning signals that diplomatic representatives should respect Nigeria’s political processes and avoid commentary perceived as intrusive, although the headline does not specify the missions targeted or the circumstances prompting the statement.
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Politics · Daily Post ·FG reviews 1978 Nigeria-Saudi air service agreement to secure more Hajj slots
The Federal Government is reviewing Nigeria’s 1978 air service agreement with Saudi Arabia in an effort to secure additional Hajj flight slots. The review is focused on updating the bilateral arrangement to support improved air travel access for Nigerian pilgrims attending the annual Islamic pilgrimage.
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Politics · PM News ·
Lagos 2027 Budget: Stakeholders Seek Stronger Grassroots Interventions
Stakeholders have called for Lagos State’s 2027 budget to place greater emphasis on interventions at the grassroots level. The headline indicates discussions around strengthening local community-focused programmes and ensuring that budget priorities address needs beyond central government planning, without providing further details on the sectors or groups involved.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Oyo 2027: NASU, NUT declare support for Adekanmbi’s governorship bid
The Non-Academic Staff Union and the Nigeria Union of Teachers have announced their support for Adekanmbi’s bid to become governor of Oyo State in the 2027 election. The headline indicates that both education-sector unions have taken a position backing the prospective governorship campaign.
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Politics · PM News ·
Recruitment: FRSC speaks on alleged 50 slots for Gombe lawmaker
The Federal Road Safety Corps has addressed an allegation that a Gombe lawmaker received 50 recruitment slots. The report focuses on the agency’s response to the claim, but the headline does not specify whether FRSC confirmed, denied or clarified the alleged allocation.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: Why Tinubu should be given second term — Lalong, First Lady
Former Plateau State Governor Simon Lalong and Nigeria’s First Lady have offered reasons they believe President Bola Tinubu should receive a second term in 2027. The headline indicates that both figures support his re-election, but does not specify the arguments or circumstances behind their positions.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Shettima clarifies comment on northern governors’ support for Tinubu
Vice President Kashim Shettima has clarified remarks concerning northern governors and their support for President Bola Tinubu. The clarification addresses the meaning or context of his earlier comment, amid attention to the governors’ political position and relationship with the president.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Adebutu dares Yayi to sue over Ogun indigeneship dispute
Ogun political figure Adebutu has challenged Yayi to take legal action over their dispute concerning the indigeneship status of people in Ogun State. The headline indicates an escalation of the disagreement, but provides no further details about the claims, context or any court proceedings.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·Keyamo: Nigerians will fact-check Obi claim by claim in 2027
Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development Festus Keyamo says Nigerians will scrutinise and verify Peter Obi’s claims individually ahead of the 2027 elections. The statement signals an expected focus on examining Obi’s public assertions as political debate intensifies, although the headline does not provide details about the specific claims or the context of Keyamo’s remarks.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
2027: Only 10% of N’ Assembly Candidates Are Women As GSAI, CISLAC Blame Parties, Demand Reform
GSAI and CISLAC report that women make up only 10% of candidates for Nigeria’s National Assembly in the 2027 elections. The groups attribute the imbalance to political parties and are calling for reforms to address barriers limiting women’s participation and representation in elective politics.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Benue CP warns politicians against recruiting thugs, cultists
The Benue State Commissioner of Police has warned politicians against recruiting thugs or cultists, signalling heightened concern over the involvement of criminal groups in political activities. The warning calls on political actors to avoid using such individuals, though the headline does not specify the occasion, sanctions or further details.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: Minister cautions diplomats against unguarded comments
A minister has cautioned diplomats to avoid making unguarded comments as political attention builds around Nigeria’s 2027 elections. The warning highlights the need for restraint and careful public communication by diplomatic officials while discussions about the upcoming electoral cycle continue.
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Politics · Vanguard ·IPOB demands referendum on Nigeria’s political future
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) is calling for a referendum to determine Nigeria’s political future. The group’s demand centres on allowing citizens to express their views on the country’s political direction through a formal public vote.
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2027: Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, Ambode, Obanikoro lead APC Lagos Campaign Council
Lagos APC has named a campaign council for the 2027 elections, with former and current party figures including Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Babatunde Fashola, Akinwunmi Ambode and Musiliu Obanikoro listed as leaders. The headline indicates the council will coordinate the party’s campaign activities in Lagos.
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