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EFCC asks former Bayelsa governor Timipre Sylva to appear for questioning after declaring him wanted over alleged fraud.
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The All Progressives Congress has defended President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying the removal of petrol subsidy has increased government revenues and improved the business environment, while the African Democratic Congress has demanded an account of the trillions of naira generated from the reforms.
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The Kano State Centre for Disease Control has called for nine million doses of diphtheria vaccines to contain the disease in the state, while Niger State has recorded 17 deaths from the outbreak between January and early August 2026.
Sumner Sambo says Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is unlikely to accept Atiku Abubakar’s running mate offer, citing her WTO position, job security and lack of interest in Nigerian political contest.
Faleke says Nigeria’s development depends on civil servants resisting political pressure, upholding integrity and due process, stressing that technocrats are essential to effective governance and national progress.
New Zealand has introduced a six-month work visa for international graduates to bridge employment gaps, alongside expanded post-study rules aimed at aligning immigration policies with labour market needs.
Pope Leo XIV says weapons cannot bring lasting peace, urging global leaders to embrace dialogue, diplomacy and moral responsibility, stressing that arms only create temporary silence, not genuine global stability.
Israel says Iran fired nearly 30 missiles since Sunday, triggering retaliation strikes on Iranian facilities, marking first major exchange of fire between both countries since April ceasefire agreement.
PSN has applauded Federal High Court convictions of illegal pharmacy operators, warning that fake drug activities endanger public health and urging stronger enforcement of Nigeria’s pharmaceutical laws nationwide.
OPEP troops rescued a pastor and his wife abducted in Plateau State after a swift operation in Bokkos, with victims injured while fleeing kidnappers who escaped into nearby forest.
Tinubu, through SGF Akume, vowed Nigeria will not surrender to terrorists, pledging intensified security operations, protection of lives, and efforts to rescue abducted citizens while addressing economic challenges nationwide.
Residents in Lagos have criticized a reported solar installation fee policy, sparking debate over taxation, governance, and energy access, though the government insists it applies only to social housing estates.
Ali Ndume says 2027 presidential election will be “like WWE,” describing expected tough competition between Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and other major political contenders in Nigeria’s electoral race.
Iyabo Obasanjo has resigned from APC, citing marginalisation, exclusion and unfair treatment in Ogun State politics following disputed governorship primaries and lack of response to her supporters’ demands by leadership.
PDP leaders led by Adolphus Wabara have sued INEC, seeking recognition of the party’s interim NWC and urging the commission to update records following recent court rulings.
