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Politics · ThisDay ·Masari and I Rejected N650m Offer to Back Obasanjo’s Third Term, Says Farouq Aliyu
Former lawmaker Farouq Aliyu says he and former Katsina State governor Umaru Masari rejected an alleged N650 million offer to support former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s proposed third-term bid. The claim concerns political negotiations surrounding efforts to extend Obasanjo’s presidency beyond the constitutionally permitted two terms.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Presidency to Atiku: Take Your Economic Blueprint to Campaign Trail, Tinubu Will Remain Focused on Reforms
The Presidency has urged former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to present his economic blueprint to Nigerians during political campaigns, while stating that President Bola Tinubu will remain focused on implementing his administration’s ongoing reforms. The response frames the issue as a contrast between campaign proposals and the government’s current policy agenda.
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Business · ThisDay ·
Lagos Gridlock and How Entrepreneurs Lose, Adapt and Profit
The report examines how persistent traffic congestion in Lagos affects entrepreneurs, including the financial and operational losses it creates. It also considers the ways business owners adjust their activities, manage disruptions and identify potential opportunities or profits despite the city’s gridlock.
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Other · ThisDay ·
Catholic Bishops Demand End to Insecurity, Poverty
Catholic bishops have called on authorities to address Nigeria’s insecurity and widespread poverty. Their demand highlights concerns about the effects of violence and economic hardship on citizens, urging stronger action to improve safety and living conditions across the country.
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Other · ThisDay ·
Police, NSCDC Strengthen Security in Oyo over ISWAP Attack Alert
Police and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps have increased security measures in Oyo State following an alert about a possible attack by the Islamic State West Africa Province. The heightened coordination is aimed at protecting residents and public facilities, although the headline provides no further details about the alert or specific deployments.
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Other · ThisDay ·
NAHCON Rejects Alleged Diversion of 5,000 Hajj 2027 Slots
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has rejected allegations that 5,000 slots allocated for the 2027 Hajj pilgrimage were diverted. The commission’s position addresses claims concerning the handling or reassignment of the pilgrimage slots, while the headline does not provide further details about the allegations or its response.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Otti Rules Out Senatorial Ambition, Promises to Quit Politics in 2031, Says Successor to Emerge on Merit
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has ruled out pursuing a Senate seat and said he will leave active politics in 2031. He also promised that his successor will be chosen based on merit, signalling that the transition will not be determined solely by political ambition or personal preference.
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Other · ThisDay ·
Now that the Mambilla Mess Is Over
The report addresses the conclusion of the controversy or dispute associated with the Mambilla project, commonly described as the Mambilla mess. It considers the situation after the matter’s resolution, without providing further details in the headline about the parties involved, the causes of the dispute or the outcome.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Issues from the First Month of the 2027 Campaigns
The report examines issues emerging during the first month of Nigeria’s 2027 election campaigns, focusing on developments and concerns shaping the early phase of political mobilisation and competition among parties and candidates.
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Other · ThisDay ·
How and Why Sunrise, Leno Lost in Paris
The report examines how and why Sunrise and Leno lost in Paris, focusing on the circumstances surrounding the setback. The headline does not specify the individuals, competition or broader context, so the account appears to investigate the causes and details of their loss.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Shinkafi to INEC: Withdraw Ya’u’s name, obey court order
Shinkafi has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission to remove Ya’u’s name from its records and comply with an existing court order. The appeal concerns the legal status of Ya’u in an electoral matter, though the headline does not specify the particular election or court ruling involved.
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Politics · The Punch ·Kwara no longer needs APC, PDP – NDC gov candidate, Ajia
NDC governorship candidate Ajia says Kwara State no longer needs either the All Progressives Congress or the Peoples Democratic Party, signalling a call for voters to consider an alternative political platform in the state’s governance and electoral choices.
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Health · The Punch ·
Blood transfusion: Follow your heart, Jehovah’s Witness tells members
A Jehovah’s Witness representative has advised members to follow their conscience when making decisions about blood transfusion. The guidance concerns the religious community’s approach to transfusion-related medical choices, without further details about the circumstances, recommendations, or responses involved.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Akpabio, Natasha silent over activist’s fresh allegation
Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan have not publicly responded to a new allegation made by an activist. The report focuses on their silence regarding the claim, without providing further details in the headline about the allegation or any official reaction.
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Other · The Punch ·
Niger tragedy: CSOs demand site owner’s identity
Civil society organisations are calling for the identity of the owner of the site linked to a tragedy in Niger State to be made public. Their demand indicates a push for transparency and accountability regarding the location and those responsible for it, although the headline does not provide further details about the incident.
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Health · The Punch ·
Diphtheria: Academy links low immunity to rising cases
The Nigerian Academy of Medicine has linked the increasing number of diphtheria cases to low immunity among affected populations. The development highlights concerns about inadequate protection against the infectious disease and suggests that weakened or insufficient immunity may be contributing to its spread.
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Other · The Punch ·
How Charly Boy changed my mind – Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says Charly Boy influenced or altered his view on an unspecified issue. The headline suggests Obasanjo is recounting how the entertainer and activist persuaded him to reconsider his position, though it does not provide details about the subject, timing or circumstances of the change.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Sanwo-Olu hosts Emiralty Africa, digital creators, seeks stronger support for Lagos
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu hosted representatives of Emiralty Africa and digital creators, discussing the need for stronger support for Lagos. The engagement focused on collaboration and advocacy involving the creative and digital sectors, although the headline does not specify the particular measures or commitments reached.
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Politics · The Punch ·
2027: INEC assures Nigerians of electoral integrity
The Independent National Electoral Commission has assured Nigerians that it will uphold electoral integrity during the 2027 general elections. The assurance signals the commission’s commitment to conducting a credible process, although the headline does not provide details about the specific measures or challenges involved.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Makinde, Alli clash over diesel-powered streetlights
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and a person identified as Alli have clashed over the use or operation of diesel-powered streetlights. The disagreement centres on the streetlighting project and the concerns or positions raised by both parties, though the headline does not provide further details about the dispute.
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