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Defamation: Peter Obi Threatens Kenneth Okonkwo with ₦5bn Lawsuit Over Bribery Claims

NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has threatened to sue his former ally, Kenneth Okonkwo, for ₦5 billion over alleged defamatory comments regarding a ₦10m bribe.

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Atiku Backed Rotational Presidency After June 12 Annulment — Akume

Akume says Atiku supported rotational presidency after June 12 annulment, adding that Nigerian leaders agreed on power shift to promote unity and prevent regional dominance in governance.

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Obasa Denies Funding APC Primary Protests, Dismisses N2bn Claim

Lagos Assembly Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has denied claims that he funded protests over APC primaries, describing reports that he spent N2 billion to sponsor demonstrators as false.

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INEC Invalidates 2,103 Double Voter Registrations Ahead of Ekiti Poll

INEC has removed 2,103 cases of double voter registration from Ekiti’s voter register, bringing the final number of eligible voters for the governorship election to 1,059,360.

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Northern Stakeholders Back Obi’s One-Term Presidency Proposal

Northern political stakeholders have expressed support for Peter Obi’s one-term presidency proposal, describing it as a confidence-building measure capable of promoting national unity, inclusion and political stability.

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Police Launch Hunt for Originators of Fake School Attack Report in Enugu

The Enugu State Police Command has dismissed reports of an armed herdsmen attack on a school in Ezeagu and launched a manhunt for those behind the false claim.

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EFCC Witness Contradicts Testimony in Agunloye’s $6bn Mambilla Trial

An EFCC witness in Olu Agunloye’s alleged $6 billion Mambilla contract trial contradicted his earlier testimony under cross-examination, prompting a challenge from the defence during proceedings.

Jun 10, 2026 14

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Tinubu Approves N10bn Ebola Response Fund, Sets Up Emergency Task Force

President Bola Tinubu has approved N10bn for Ebola preparedness, established a Presidential Task Force and ordered tighter airport surveillance as authorities move to prevent outbreaks in Nigeria.

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Inflation, Insecurity Remain Major Challenges Despite Reforms — FG

The Federal Government has admitted inflation and insecurity remain major challenges despite ongoing reforms, while insisting economic indicators show progress and promising to build on achievements ahead of 2027.

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Bandits Kill Civil Defence Officer in Kogi as Kidnapped Daughter Escapes

Suspected bandits killed an NSCDC officer during an attack in Kogi State, while his abducted daughter escaped from captivity and safely reunited with her family as investigations continue.

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2027: Nigeria Must Move Beyond Zoning, North-South Politics — Baba-Ahmed

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed says Nigeria must move beyond zoning and North-South politics, urging voters to choose leaders based on competence, integrity and vision rather than regional or ethnic considerations.

Jun 9, 2026 25

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Beware of Obi, His Supporters, Abure Advises Dickson to Learn from LP Crisis

Julius Abure has warned Seriake Dickson to be cautious in his alliance with Peter Obi, saying the NDC should avoid mistakes that contributed to the Labour Party’s post-election crisis.

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