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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: ‘Count AAC out’ – Sowore rejects Utomi’s single-candidate coalition plan
Omoyele Sowore has rejected Pat Utomi’s proposal for a single-candidate opposition coalition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. Sowore indicated that the African Action Congress would not be excluded from the political process, challenging the suggestion that opposition parties should unite behind one candidate.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Peter Obi counters Soludo, releases fresh documents
Peter Obi has responded to comments or claims attributed to Soludo by releasing additional documents. The development indicates an ongoing public disagreement between the two political figures, with Obi using the documents to present further information in support of his position.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Tinubu orders 95% NIN enrollment by December 2026
President Bola Tinubu has directed relevant authorities to achieve 95 percent enrolment in Nigeria’s National Identification Number programme by December 2026. The directive sets a national target and deadline for expanding registration coverage, though the headline does not specify the agencies responsible, implementation measures or current enrolment level.
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Politics · Leadership News ·Anambra Debt: Presidency Asks Obi To Quit 2027 Race
The Presidency has reportedly called on Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, citing concerns linked to Anambra State’s debt. The headline indicates a political dispute involving Obi and the federal government, but provides no further details about the debt figures, the request’s terms, or Obi’s response.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Tinubu, ILO Seek Coordinated Action To Eliminate Child Labour
President Bola Tinubu and the International Labour Organisation are calling for coordinated action to eliminate child labour. The headline indicates a shared focus on cooperation between Nigeria’s government and the ILO to address the continued involvement of children in labour and support efforts to protect them.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
APC Candidate ADVOCATES Youth, Women Empowerment
An All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate has called for programmes and policies focused on empowering young people and women. The advocacy highlights support for these groups as a central part of the candidate’s campaign or public agenda, although the headline does not specify the office sought, location, or proposed measures.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Aisha Buhari Visits Atiku As Ex-VP Says Nigerians Deserve Better Economy
Former First Lady Aisha Buhari visited former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who said Nigerians deserve a better-performing economy. The headline indicates a meeting involving two prominent political figures and highlights Atiku’s assessment of the country’s economic conditions, without providing further details about the visit or his proposals.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2023: Tinubu forgave northern govs who opposed him — Shettima
Vice-President Kashim Shettima said Bola Tinubu forgave northern governors who opposed his presidential bid during the 2023 election. The statement highlights Tinubu’s response to political disagreements within the region and reflects on how opposition from some northern leaders was handled after the contest.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Only six governors supported Tinubu in 2023 — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima said only six state governors supported Bola Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election. The claim highlights the limited gubernatorial backing Tinubu reportedly received at the time, without identifying the governors or providing further details in the headline.
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Politics · The Punch ·Aisha Buhari visits Atiku
Former First Lady Aisha Buhari visited Atiku Abubakar, a former vice-president and prominent Nigerian political figure. The headline provides no further details about the purpose, timing, location or outcome of the visit.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Single Opposition Candidate: ‘Why We’ll Meet Atiku, Obi, Makinde, Others Behind Closed Doors’
The report focuses on plans to hold private discussions with opposition figures, including Atiku, Obi and Makinde, over the possibility of presenting a single opposition candidate. It is expected to explain the reasons for the meetings and the broader political strategy behind efforts to coordinate opposition parties.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Adamawa First Lady Hosts Northern Governors’ Wives, Unveils Projects
The Adamawa First Lady hosted the wives of northern governors and used the gathering to unveil development projects. The headline indicates a regional engagement involving governors’ spouses, but does not provide details about the projects, their locations, funding or implementation timelines.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
PDP, ADC Supporters Defect To APC In Kogi
Supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party and the African Democratic Congress in Kogi State have defected to the All Progressives Congress. The development represents a shift in political allegiance among members of the two opposition parties toward the ruling party in the state.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
S’Court Reserves Judgement In INEC, SDP, Youth Party Appeal
The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in an appeal involving the Independent National Electoral Commission, the Social Democratic Party and the Youth Party. The decision will be delivered at a later date, although the headline does not specify the issues in dispute or the parties’ arguments.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
2027: 75 Senators, Reps Set To Miss Next National Assembly
At least 75 serving senators and members of the House of Representatives are expected to be absent from Nigeria’s next National Assembly after the 2027 elections. The headline indicates that the affected federal lawmakers may not return, though it does not specify whether this would result from electoral defeat, retirement or other factors.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
2027: Alia, Aondoakaa, Shija, Others Shun Peace Accord Signing In Benue
Benue political figures, including Governor Hyacinth Alia, former attorney general Michael Aondoakaa and Shija, reportedly did not attend the signing of a peace accord linked to the 2027 elections in the state. The headline indicates that other unnamed individuals also stayed away from the event, without stating their reasons for not participating.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: Obi challenges critics to trace 1% misappropriation of funds under his Anambra tenure
Peter Obi has challenged critics to identify any instance in which 1 percent of public funds was misappropriated during his tenure as governor of Anambra State. The statement comes in the context of political discussions ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections, though the headline provides no further details about the allegations or responses.
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Politics · Channels TV ·
Tribunal Mulls Relocation Of Sitting Over Alleged Assault On Counsel In Ekiti
A tribunal in Ekiti is considering moving its proceedings to another location following an alleged assault on a counsel. The reported incident has raised concerns about the safety and conduct of participants, with the tribunal weighing relocation as it determines how to continue its sitting.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Osun killings: Gov Adeleke orders security agencies to arrest pepetrators
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed security agencies to identify and arrest those responsible for recent killings in the state. The order places law-enforcement authorities under pressure to investigate the incidents and bring the alleged perpetrators to justice, although the headline provides no further details about the victims, location or circumstances.
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Politics · Vanguard ·N1,470/litre; Tinubu economic policy pushing Nigerians to breaking point — ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies are placing severe pressure on Nigerians, citing petrol prices of N1,470 per litre as evidence of worsening hardship. The party argues that the rising cost of fuel is pushing citizens toward a breaking point.
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