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2027 Ticket Locked: Tinubu Emerges APC Standard Bearer as Party Schedules Certificate Presentation
Politics

2027 Ticket Locked: Tinubu Emerges APC Standard Bearer as Party Schedules Certificate Presentation

President Tinubu to receive party flag and certificate of return at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Peter Obi Intervenes in South Africa, Holds High-Level Talks with Top Ministers Over Xenophobic Tensions
Africa

Peter Obi Intervenes in South Africa, Holds High-Level Talks with Top Ministers Over Xenophobic Tensions

On the sidelines of a governance forum in Cape Town, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate meets directly with key South African leaders to defuse tensions and advocate for law-abiding expatriates

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Dangote Refinery, NNPC Locked in High-Stakes Legal Battle Over Fuel Supply
Courts

Dangote Refinery, NNPC Locked in High-Stakes Legal Battle Over Fuel Supply

The legal face-off over Nigeria's multi-billion dollar petroleum sector escalates as the NMDPRA joins a fresh federal lawsuit aimed at overturning private import licenses, exposing deep rifts ahead of the mega-refinery's public listing

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Obi Denies Personal Rift with Atiku, Blames Persistent ADC Litigation for Coalition Collapse
Politics

Obi Denies Personal Rift with Atiku, Blames Persistent ADC Litigation for Coalition Collapse

Speaking from Cape Town, the former Anambra State governor maintains deep personal respect for Atiku Abubakar while defending his preference for non-litigious, policy-driven politics

Ozioma Iwuh · May 23, 2026

Court Order Restrictions: Why Aregbesola and ADC Delegation Were Denied Access to El-Rufai at ICPC Facility
Courts

Court Order Restrictions: Why Aregbesola and ADC Delegation Were Denied Access to El-Rufai at ICPC Facility

The anti-corruption agency responds to allegations of high-handedness from the African Democratic Congress, clarifying that visitation privileges are strictly governed by the courts handling the N423 billion trial

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Over 1,100 Nigerian Migrants Return Home Through Kano Border
Africa

Over 1,100 Nigerian Migrants Return Home Through Kano Border

A multi-agency federal and state framework activates comprehensive biometric registration and psychosocial screening to safely reunite undocumented returnees with their families

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Tinubu Has Already Secured Victory’: Governor Uzodimma Tasks Nigeria’s Opposition to Build Grassroots Structures
Politics

Tinubu Has Already Secured Victory’: Governor Uzodimma Tasks Nigeria’s Opposition to Build Grassroots Structures

Uzodimma insists opposition parties must build stronger structures if they hope to challenge APC in future elections

Ozioma Iwuh · May 23, 2026

‘They Challenge Me More’: President Tinubu Lauds Grassroots APC Primaries as State House Issues Official Verdict
Politics

‘They Challenge Me More’: President Tinubu Lauds Grassroots APC Primaries as State House Issues Official Verdict

The President said the APC’s nationwide congresses, delegate accreditation and validation exercises reflected a strong commitment to grassroots participation and transparent internal democracy

Ozioma Iwuh · May 23, 2026

Governor Bassey Otu Declared Winner of Cross River APC Primary Following Unopposed Run
Politics

Governor Bassey Otu Declared Winner of Cross River APC Primary Following Unopposed Run

Demonstrating total control over the state's party organs, the incumbent governor bridges internal divisions and calls for a unified front ahead of the general election

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Governor Caleb Mutfwang Secures APC Governorship Ticket for Second-Term Bid
Politics

Governor Caleb Mutfwang Secures APC Governorship Ticket for Second-Term Bid

In an overwhelming show of party solidarity, the incumbent executive sweeps the state primary, leaving his rival with minimal delegate support

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

ADC Endorses Halliru Jika for 2027 Bauchi Governorship Contest
Politics

ADC Endorses Halliru Jika for 2027 Bauchi Governorship Contest

Following a smooth internal affirmation process, the former lawmaker takes the helm of a unified political structure targeting the state’s top executive seat

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Bauchi APC Primaries: Ex-Gov Abubakar Defeats Yusuf Tuggar to Secure Gubernatorial Nomination
Politics

Bauchi APC Primaries: Ex-Gov Abubakar Defeats Yusuf Tuggar to Secure Gubernatorial Nomination

Seeking a return to Government House, the former state executive secures a dominant victory over former Foreign Affairs Minister Tuggar and five other contenders

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Troops Neutralise Insurgents, Arrest Collaborators in Coordinated North-East Operations
Security

Troops Neutralise Insurgents, Arrest Collaborators in Coordinated North-East Operations

Security forces recover explosives, arrest suspected collaborators and rescue abducted civilians during coordinated operations across Borno and Adamawa

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

'We Are Not Selling': Galatasaray President Rules Out Summer Transfer for Victor Osimhen
Sports

'We Are Not Selling': Galatasaray President Rules Out Summer Transfer for Victor Osimhen

Following a stellar 22-goal season that secured a Turkish league defense and a historic Champions League run, President Dursun Özbek insists the Nigerian superstar is vital to the club’s future

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Hip-Hop Legend Rob Base Dies at 59 After Cancer Battle
Entertainment

Hip-Hop Legend Rob Base Dies at 59 After Cancer Battle

The New York native, whose iconic 1988 double-platinum anthem transformed dance floors and radio airplays globally, leaves a lasting legacy after passing away on Friday

Atinuke Kolawole · May 23, 2026

Financial Times Recognition Signals Global Rise of Heirs Holdings Companies
Business

Financial Times Recognition Signals Global Rise of Heirs Holdings Companies

A data-driven evaluation by the Financial Times and Statista highlights indigenous corporate resilience, signaling a paradigm shift toward private sector-led economic transformation across Africa

Ozioma Iwuh · May 23, 2026

Imo Police Strengthen Crime-Fighting Capacity With Forensic Training Initiative
Security

Imo Police Strengthen Crime-Fighting Capacity With Forensic Training Initiative

CP Bosso says modern policing requires officers equipped with advanced investigative skills

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Court Adjourns Malami’s Alleged N8.7bn Money Laundering Trial to June
Courts

Court Adjourns Malami’s Alleged N8.7bn Money Laundering Trial to June

Justice Abdulmalik says absence of lead counsel should not ordinarily halt proceedings

Our Reporter · May 23, 2026

Galadima Emerges APC Flagbearer in Adamawa as Party Shifts Focus to 2027 Election
Politics

Galadima Emerges APC Flagbearer in Adamawa as Party Shifts Focus to 2027 Election

The outcome marked a significant shift in the APC’s internal political dynamics after earlier projections suggested strong momentum for businessman Bashir Haske during the counting process

Our Reporter · May 22, 2026

Abuja Traffic Stop Turns Violent as Suspected DSS Operative Allegedly Fires at FRSC Personnel
Security

Abuja Traffic Stop Turns Violent as Suspected DSS Operative Allegedly Fires at FRSC Personnel

FRSC condemns alleged armed attack, urging law enforcement agencies to uphold traffic regulations and operational discipline.

Our Reporter · May 22, 2026