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Politics · The Punch ·UNGA: Atiku challenges Tinubu as Shettima leads delegation
At the United Nations General Assembly, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar challenges President Bola Tinubu, while Vice-President Kashim Shettima leads Nigeria’s delegation. The headline indicates a political development involving the country’s representation and competing positions at the international gathering, without specifying the details of Atiku’s challenge or the delegation’s activities.
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Shettima, Onaiyekan, Mbah for Enugu NGE conference
Vice President Kashim Shettima, Cardinal John Onaiyekan and Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah are scheduled to participate in a conference organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors in Enugu. The headline indicates their involvement as speakers or key participants, but provides no further details about the event’s theme, date or agenda.
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2027: Enugu NDC denies collapse as members defect to PDP
The Enugu chapter of the New Nigeria Peoples Party’s National Democratic Coalition has denied reports that the group has collapsed, following the defection of some members to the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 elections. The development has raised questions about the coalition’s strength and political direction in the state.
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Politics · Vanguard ·The president versus us
The headline presents a dispute or tension between the president and an unspecified group referred to as us. It does not identify the people involved, the issue at stake, the setting, or any actions taken, leaving the precise context and implications unclear.
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Kebbi gov condemns killing of village head, promises justice
The Kebbi State governor has condemned the reported killing of a village head and pledged that those responsible will face justice. The statement signals the government’s response to the incident, while details about the victim, circumstances of the killing, suspects and any ongoing investigation were not provided in the headline.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Kwankwaso group targets landslide victory in South-West
A political group associated with Rabiu Kwankwaso is seeking a decisive electoral victory in Nigeria’s South-West region. The headline indicates the group has set an ambitious target, but provides no details on the specific election, candidates, states involved, strategy, or the basis for its confidence.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·ADC’s Busari engages Oyo residents in grassroots campaign
ADC figure Busari has taken the party’s campaign activities to residents of Oyo State at the grassroots level. The engagement focused on reaching local communities and discussing the party’s political message, reflecting efforts to build support and visibility among voters ahead of relevant political activities.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Tinubu hails by-election winners in four states
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the winners of by-elections held across four Nigerian states. His message acknowledged the successful candidates and the outcome of the polls, without providing further details about the states, offices contested, political parties involved or the margin of victory.
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Politics · ThisDay ·2027 ELECTIONS: A CHOICE, NOT WARFARE
The headline frames Nigeria’s 2027 elections as a democratic choice rather than a conflict. It suggests that political competition should be conducted through electoral participation, debate and the peaceful selection of leaders, while distinguishing the process from warfare or violence.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Presidential Campaign Council: We don’t need your validation, OK Movement replies NDC
The OK Movement has responded to comments by the Presidential Campaign Council concerning the NDC, stating that it does not require the council’s validation. The exchange reflects a disagreement between the political group and the campaign council over recognition or endorsement, although the headline provides no further details.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·Reactions trail Tinubu’s UNGA absence
Reactions have emerged following President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the United Nations General Assembly. The headline indicates that the development has attracted public or political responses, but provides no further details about the reasons for his non-attendance, the nature of the reactions, or the individuals and groups involved.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·2027: OPC-R leader, Adesope, urges peace, tolerance ahead of elections, Iseyin Oro festival
OPC-R leader Adesope has called for peace and tolerance as Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections and prepares for the Iseyin Oro festival. The appeal highlights the importance of restraint, peaceful conduct and mutual understanding during both the political period and the traditional event.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·CEHRAWS demands full disclosure of Anambra alleged Obi-era loans
CEHRAWS is calling for complete disclosure of loans allegedly obtained during Peter Obi’s tenure as Anambra State governor. The demand centres on transparency regarding the loans, though the headline does not specify their amounts, purposes, lenders or the records being sought.
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Politics · Channels TV ·Yahaya Bello, Ododo, Kogi Officials Visit Family Of Ex-Gov Ibrahim Idris
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, Governor Usman Ododo and other state officials visited the family of former Governor Ibrahim Idris. The headline indicates the visit involved government leaders paying respects or making a formal family engagement, but provides no further details about the occasion, discussions or outcome.
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‘You Are My Truest Friend’ : Tinubu pours out heart to Oluremi at 66
President Bola Tinubu marked First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s 66th birthday with a personal tribute, describing her as his truest friend. The message highlighted the importance of their relationship and acknowledged her birthday in a public expression of affection and appreciation.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·Judiciary’s growing role in Nigeria’s elections threatens popular sovereignty, experts warn
Experts warn that the judiciary’s expanding involvement in Nigeria’s electoral process could weaken popular sovereignty, raising concerns about the balance between court decisions and voters’ authority in determining political outcomes. The concerns focus on the broader implications of judicial influence for democratic governance and electoral legitimacy.
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Lamido warns leaders against using youths for political battles
Lamido has cautioned political leaders against involving young people in political conflicts. The warning highlights concerns about the use of youths as instruments in leadership struggles and calls for restraint by those in positions of influence, although the headline does not provide details about the setting, specific leaders or the circumstances prompting the remarks.
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Niger govt unaware of miners’ arrest before deaths in NSCDC custody — Bago
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago says the state government was not informed that miners had been arrested before they died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Speaker Tajudeen felicitates Oluremi Tinubu at 66
House Speaker Tajudeen has felicitated Oluremi Tinubu on the occasion of her 66th birthday. The headline indicates that the message conveyed congratulations and goodwill to the First Lady, although it does not provide details about the contents of the felicitation or any related events.
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Politics · Vanguard ·I need executive order from presidency to ban mining in problematic areas – Bago
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has called for a presidential executive order to prohibit mining activities in areas considered problematic. His request signals the need for federal intervention to restrict mining in locations where the activity is viewed as posing concerns, though the headline does not specify the affected areas or detailed reasons.
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