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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has commended the judiciary for what he described as its courage in upholding the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) under former Senate President, Senator David Mark
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Nigeria's under-17 national football team, the Golden Eaglets, are set to depart for China to participate in an international youth football tournament, providing valuable international exposure for the young players.
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The Plateau State Government has opposed a request for medical treatment made by one of the suspects standing trial for the Angwa Rukuba massacre, insisting that the prosecution must proceed without further delay
Nationwide protests over the Oyo school abductions intensified as lawmakers renewed calls for state police, while the Senate, teachers, and government officials demanded urgent action and victims’ rescue.
Governor Seyi Makinde has dismissed Ayodele Fayose’s comments on the Oriire abductions, describing them as reckless and misleading, while assuring residents that efforts continue to rescue victims.
The Presidency says Nigeria has made significant security gains under President Tinubu, citing improved road travel, military successes against terrorists, and ongoing efforts to combat insecurity nationwide.
Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim says Nigeria cannot defeat insurgency alone, urging stronger regional cooperation and international collaboration to tackle terrorism, extremism, and growing insecurity across the Sahel region.
Babafemi Ojudu has criticised the emergence of Kingsley Chinda as APC’s Rivers governorship candidate, questioning party democracy and describing the development as evidence of growing political dominance.
Uncertainty has gripped the NDC after delays in announcing primary election results, with aspirants and party members raising concerns over transparency, internal democracy, and candidate selection.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has urged Nigerians not to politicise insecurity, calling for unity and cooperation among governments and citizens to address rising abductions and violence.
President Bola Tinubu has commended MOFI’s real estate fund for delivering N128bn in mortgages to 1,859 families nationwide, describing it as a major step in expanding home ownership.
Teachers in Benue and Adamawa joined nationwide protests demanding the rescue of abducted students and staff in Oyo and Borno States, calling for improved school security and urgent government action.
The Federal Government has strengthened Ebola surveillance at Nigeria’s borders, introducing strict screening, isolation, and referral measures for high-risk travellers amid concerns over outbreaks in parts of Africa.
NDLEA arrested 48 suspected drug traffickers in Edo State in May and seized 541.47kg of illicit substances during intelligence-led operations targeting drug distribution networks.
The Imo State Police Command has dismissed reports of students being abducted in Owerri, assuring the public that all students are safe and no security threat exists.
