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The All Progressives Congress says it is preparing thoroughly for the 2027 general elections, with its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, accusing opposition figures Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi of criticising President Bola Tinubu rather than presenting their own plans.
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The Nigerian Air Force has recovered additional components from its crashed ATR 42-500 aircraft in Igbokoda, Ondo State, as multi-agency teams continue underwater searches and investigators gather evidence to establish the circumstances surrounding the accident.
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President Bola Tinubu has urged the APC Presidential Campaign Council to ensure that preparations for the 2027 elections do not distract him from governance, insisting that Nigeria’s needs must remain his priority.
Tension has risen in Sokoto following the stabbing of Islamic cleric Sheikh Musa Ayuba Lukuwa and the subsequent death of the alleged attacker in mob action.
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has warned of high riverine flood risk across 15 states from September 19 to 25, urging vulnerable communities to relocate to safer, higher ground.
President Bola Tinubu has directed the 36 states to accelerate the National Affordable CNG Transit Programme, saying Nigerians should begin to see measurable reductions in transportation fares from October 1.
Segun Showunmi has criticised Atiku Abubakar’s proposal on petrol subsidy, arguing that Nigeria’s long experience with subsidies had failed to deliver the intended results.
FERMA has begun clearing vegetation, desilting drains and carrying out minor maintenance on the Owo–Ikare–Arigidi–Ekiti border road to improve road safety and reduce potential hiding places for criminals.
Peter Obi has urged politicians to focus on realistic, issue-based campaign promises ahead of the 2027 elections, saying candidates should engage voters on the challenges confronting Nigerians.
Senator Sharafadeen Alli’s campaign organisation has criticised Governor Seyi Makinde over Oyo State’s streetlight project and the renovation of Lekan Salami Stadium, questioning their cost and effectiveness.
Gunmen kill Rivers father of four, family demands justice and urges police to prosecute perpetrators.
NMDPRA says petrol prices are driven by market forces, while government focuses on fair competition.
Abdulhamid Kabara assumes office as Niger NSCDC commandant after 37 illegal miners die in custody.
NiHSA warns 15 states of high flood risk, urging residents to relocate to safer ground before rising waters.
Florence Ajimobi has been appointed Nigeria’s Governor on the IAEA Board for the 2026–2028 term.
