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FORMER AIR CHIEF SADIQUE ABUBAKAR DUMPS POLITICS, QUITS ALL PARTIES

May 17, 2026

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Mercy Johnson’s Husband Clinches APC Reps Ticket in Edo Ahead of 2027 Battle

May 17, 2026

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Cubana Chief Priest Breaks Silence After Losing APC Reps Ticket in Imo

May 17, 2026

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Team Nigeria Stuns Africa With 29-Medal Weightlifting Explosion in Egypt

May 17, 2026

Politics

Makinde-Backed PDP Set to Screen Over 3,000 Aspirants Amid Deepening Party Crisis

May 17, 2026

Politics

Makinde-Backed PDP Set to Screen Over 3,000 Aspirants Amid Deepening Party Crisis

May 17, 2026

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Nigeria Addresses Security Concerns Amidst Counter-Terrorism Operations and Domestic Challenges

Defence Headquarters Nigeria has clarified reports on the neutralisation of Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, addressing confusion from earlier records linked to Islamic State West Africa Province. The Nigerian Army also arrested a suspected gunrunner, while United States Africa Command released footage of a joint strike. Goodluck Jonathan urged action against rising insecurity.

May 17, 2026

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US Releases Footage of Joint Operation Eliminating Senior ISIS Commander in Nigeria

United States Armed Forces has released declassified footage of a joint operation with Nigerian forces that eliminated ISIS commander Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. The strike targeted a senior figure in Islamic State, with Nigeria’s Nigerian Presidency and Defence Headquarters Nigeria confirming the operation and clarifying details of his death.

May 17, 2026

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Benjamin Kalu Secures Unopposed APC Nomination for House of Representatives

Benjamin Kalu has secured the All Progressives Congress nomination for his House of Representatives seat unopposed, reflecting strong party backing ahead of the 2027 elections. His smooth emergence contrasts with more contested primaries nationwide, where some states reported internal disputes and electoral tensions.

May 17, 2026

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Elumelu Secures House of Representatives Nomination in Delta Amidst Nationwide Primaries

Ndudi Elumelu has secured the All Progressives Congress nomination for a House of Representatives seat in Delta State amid wider party primaries ahead of the 2027 elections. While some states recorded peaceful exercises and consensus picks, Lagos saw arrests linked to violence. On national issues, Peter Obi and Goodluck Jonathan condemned insecurity, while the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria called for nationwide fasting and prayer.

May 17, 2026

Sports

Iran Confirms 30-Man Preliminary Squad Heading to Turkey for World Cup Preparations and Visa Processing

Iran national football team will hold a pre-World Cup camp in Antalya, Turkey, as coach Amir Ghalenoei trims his squad. Led by Mehdi Taremi, the camp also allows players to complete US visa procedures ahead of the 2026 tournament, with friendlies including a clash against Gambia scheduled.

May 17, 2026

Sports

Chelsea Reportedly Reach Full Agreement to Appoint Xabi Alonso as New Manager

Xabi Alonso is close to becoming the new head coach of Chelsea FC after reaching an agreement with the club. The Blues prioritized Alonso over other candidates, with a deal reportedly in place ahead of the summer window as he prepares to lead a major squad overhaul.

May 17, 2026