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PDP senatorial candidate Iyabo Obasanjo says she doesn't recognize the party's presidential candidate and insists her campaign is focused only on winning in Ogun State, not the national race.
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LaLiga president Javier Tebas has urged FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign, accusing him of prioritizing commercial interests over football by expanding major tournaments and overloading the international calendar at the expense of players and domestic leagues.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has sparked online debate after reportedly liking an Instagram post alleging FIFA favoured Argentina's path to the 2026 World Cup final. Neither Ronaldo nor FIFA has commented on the claim, and the authenticity of the reported interaction remains unconfirmed.
Minister of Works David Umahi says President Bola Tinubu will solve Nigeria’s insecurity challenges within the next four years, insisting the administration’s reforms and infrastructure projects are already stabilising the country.
ICPC says ADC leaders were denied access to Nasir El-Rufai because a court order permits only family members, doctors and legal counsel to visit the former Kaduna governor in custody.
Peter Obi says he is not avoiding former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, describing him as a respected leader and elder brother despite the collapse of their opposition coalition alliance ahead of 2027.
Governor Hope Uzodinma says Nigeria’s democracy faces danger without a strong opposition, insisting the APC’s growing grassroots support has already positioned President Bola Tinubu strongly ahead of the 2027 election.
President Bola Tinubu secured 131,096 votes in the APC presidential primary in Edo State, defeating challenger Stanley Osifo, who recorded just one vote across the state.
Durban authorities have begun screening Nigerians and other African migrants to verify immigration status amid rising anti-foreigner tensions in South Africa. Officials say the move follows findings that most migrants lacked valid documentation.
Gani Adams says terrorist cells are spreading into Yorubaland, warning that insecurity has reached a critical level. He urged South-West governors to back coordinated action, claiming he has the capacity to help curb kidnappings within six months if empowered.
Former Head of State Yakubu Gowon recounts confronting Joe Garba over an alleged coup plot before his 1975 overthrow, describing fear, mistrust, and the emotional shock of losing power while attending an OAU summit in Kampala.
The Labour Party has screened former minister Labaran Maku and two presidential aspirants ahead of its 2027 primaries. The candidates pledged reforms, consensus support, and stronger governance systems to address insecurity and Nigeria’s development challenges.
The APM in Lagos says it has screened and cleared 68 aspirants, including governorship hopeful Laja Adeoye, ahead of 2027 elections under a consensus arrangement, with leaders describing the process as a step toward strengthening the party’s opposition role in Lagos.
Drug abuse, illegal mining, and gang violence are fueling insecurity in Niger State, especially Minna. Residents and security agencies say weak enforcement and unemployment are sustaining a dangerous cycle affecting youths and communities.
Bandits are demanding ₦1bn and 35 motorcycles for the release of 37 worshippers abducted from churches in Kaduna’s Ariko community. Residents say they cannot meet the demand and are urging government intervention after 45 days in captivity.
