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Atiku Faults FG's Economic Recovery Claims, Says Nigerians See No Improvement

Atiku Abubakar has dismissed the Federal Government's claims that Nigeria's economy is recovering, saying worsening hardship, inflation and the decline of the manufacturing sector tell a different story. He urged the government to pursue policies that deliver visible improvements in the lives of ordinary Nigerians.

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South-West ADC Backs Aregbesola, Dismisses Removal Petition as Baseless

The South-West leadership of the ADC has thrown its weight behind National Secretary Rauf Aregbesola, describing a petition seeking his removal as baseless. The party insisted that Aregbesola did not manipulate the 2027 primaries and reaffirmed its support for the current national leadership.

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Anglican Bishop Decries Hardship, Urges Action on Economy, Insecurity

Anglican Bishop Stephen Fagbemi has called on the Federal Government to urgently tackle Nigeria's worsening economic hardship and insecurity, saying rising poverty and violent crimes are pushing many citizens to the brink. He urged leaders to adopt people-focused policies and strengthen security to restore hope and national stability.

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Oyedepo Condemns Killings, Says He Will Pray Against Killers, Not for Them

Bishop David Oyedepo has condemned the recent killings in Nigeria, saying he will pray against the perpetrators rather than for them. He criticised the continued violence, questioned the government's response, alleged that the attacks are sponsored, and announced a seven-day prayer programme for peace and security.

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‘Stop Pretending, Act Now’ — Bishop Oyedepo Knocks Tinubu Over Worsening Insecurity, Economy

Bishop Oyedepo urges Tinubu to act decisively, warning worsening insecurity and hardship may provoke nationwide public frustration.

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Abandoned Projects: Federal Government Bars Ministries From Awarding Unfunded Contracts

Federal Government orders MDAs to stop awarding contracts without budget approval, cash backing, or valid expenditure authority documents.

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Fake Agency Scandal: Controversial DG Fights Back, Fingers More MDAs

Detained PFIPC boss blames multiple MDAs, demands fair hearing, says government agencies recognised controversial council before arrest.

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Oloyede: Most Painful Experience at JAMB Was Seeing Parents Organise Examination Malpractice

Oloyede says parents encouraging examination malpractice remain his greatest disappointment after ten years leading JAMB successfully nationwide.

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Ooni Announces Birth of Royal Princess

Ooni of Ife welcomes a royal princess with Queen Oluwatosin, says mother and baby are healthy and well.

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Soldier, Police Officer Killed as Troops Rescue Nine Abductees in Zamfara

Troops repelled terrorists in Zamfara, rescued nine abductees, while one soldier and one police officer were killed.

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NACCIMA Opens Applications for $150m Expansion Loan for Manufacturers, Transport Firms

NACCIMA opened applications for a $150 million expansion facility targeting manufacturers, transport firms and other strategic sectors.

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Ex-Edo AG, Lawyers Back Full Jail Terms for Terrorism Convicts

Former Edo Attorney General Samson Osagie and other legal experts have urged the Federal Government to ensure terrorism convicts serve their full prison terms by excluding them from presidential pardons and sentence reductions. They also called for constitutional and legal amendments to strengthen Nigeria's anti-terrorism framework.

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