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Wike: We Know Who Onaiyekan Supports, He’s Partisan
Wike accuses Cardinal Onaiyekan of partisanship, urging religious leaders to balance criticism with recognition of government achievements.
Aug 4, 2026
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Catholic Laity Defends Onaiyekan, Says Remarks Were Made Out of Concern for Nigeria
Catholic Laity Council says Cardinal Onaiyekan’s comments reflected patriotic concern and urged continued dialogue with the presidency.
Aug 4, 2026
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Hackers Breach Zenith Bank Database, Access Customers’ Information
Zenith Bank confirms cyberattack exposed limited customer information but says banking services and digital channels remain secure.
Aug 4, 2026
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Wike: Why I Opposed Fubara’s Second-Term Bid
Wike says external forces and senior lawyers influenced Fubara, turning Rivers into a political cash cow.
Aug 4, 2026
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Fake Agency Scandal: Reps Prepare Final Report Amid Fresh Controversy
The House of Representatives' committee probing the alleged fake Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council is preparing to submit its final report, despite fresh controversy over the panel's leadership. The probe centres on how the non-existent agency secured over ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 budget.
Aug 4, 2026
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PFIPC Probe: ICPC Concludes Investigation into Alleged Fake Agency Scandal
The ICPC has concluded its investigation into the alleged PFIPC fake agency scandal and is finalising its report for submission to President Bola Tinubu. The agency's purported Director-General, Adeniyi Adeyemi, has also asked the House of Representatives committee probing the matter to allow him testify before its final report is released.
Aug 4, 2026
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Wike Defends Tinubu's Reforms, Dismisses Obi, Atiku Ahead of 2027
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has defended President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms, saying they are necessary to rebuild a damaged economy despite the hardship they have caused. He also dismissed the 2027 presidential prospects of Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, urging Nigerians to give the Tinubu administration more time to deliver.
Aug 4, 2026
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NDLEA Blames Rising Clubhouses for Drug Abuse in Kwara Community
The NDLEA has blamed the growing number of clubhouses in Lafiagi, Kwara State, for rising drug abuse among youths, urging community leaders, parents and security agencies to work together to curb the menace through stronger enforcement and public awareness.
Aug 4, 2026
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Customs to Begin Yearly Hiring, Open 2026 Recruitment Soon
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced that it will begin annual recruitment, with the 2026 exercise scheduled to open later this year. Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi said the new policy will make recruitment a regular yearly process, while 3,852 candidates have been employed from the 2024/2025 exercise.
Aug 4, 2026
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Security Agencies Probe Murder, Robbery of Polytechnic Students in Ogun
Security agencies have begun investigating the killing and robbery of students of D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic during an attack in Eruku Community, Ogun State. The incident has prompted calls from NANS for the swift arrest of the perpetrators and stronger security around tertiary institutions.
Aug 4, 2026
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2027: Wike Dismisses Amaechi's Relevance in Rivers, Says Atiku Ticket Dead on Arrival
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has described the Atiku Abubakar–Rotimi Amaechi presidential ticket for 2027 as "dead on arrival," insisting that Amaechi no longer has the political influence to deliver votes in Rivers State or the South-South.
Aug 4, 2026
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Court Dismisses NDC Suit Against Electoral Act Eligibility Rules
A Federal High Court has dismissed the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) suit challenging eligibility provisions in the Electoral Act, holding that the party failed to establish sufficient legal grounds. The judgment leaves the existing eligibility rules in force ahead of the 2027 elections.
Aug 4, 2026