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Fear Spreads in Ondo’s Akure North as Kidnappers Target Farmers, Residents Flee Homes

Rising kidnappings and shootings in Ondo’s Akure North force residents to flee homes as authorities promise tougher action against criminals.

March 12, 2026

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Boko Haram Suspects Attack Borno Settlement, Kill Herder and Rustle 1,400 Sheep

Suspected Boko Haram fighters attacked a nomadic settlement in Borno, killing one herder, injuring another and rustling about 1,400 sheep.

March 12, 2026

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Malami Dismisses Al-Makura Group’s Claims

Malami rejects Al-Makura group's claims on the CPC bloc’s position for the 2027 elections, dismissing defection rumors and reaffirming loyalty to the APC.

April 18, 2025

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2027: I Have Capacity to be President, Says Makinde

Seyi Makinde discusses his capacity to lead Nigeria as president in 2027, focusing on rebuilding the PDP

April 17, 2025

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Atiku Condemns Plateau Killings, Blames Tinubu for Security Failures

Atiku condemns Plateau killings and criticizes Tinubu’s failure to address security issues in Nigeria

April 16, 2025

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FAAC Allocates N1.6 trillion to FG, States, LGs

FAAC allocates N1.578 trillion to the Federal Government, States, and Local Government Councils, based on the revenue for March 2025.

April 16, 2025

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Jonathan Urges Other Governors to Study Otti’s Qualities

Former President Jonathan calls on Nigerian governors to visit Abia State and learn from Governor Otti’s model of purposeful leadership and development.

April 15, 2025

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Party Files N20B Suit Against Tinubu, Others Over Rivers Emergency Rule

BOOT Party sues President Tinubu over emergency rule in Rivers state. They seek N20 billion for the disruption caused to local government elections.

April 15, 2025

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Governor Fubara Absent as PDP Governors Meet in Oyo to Discuss National Issues

KEY POINTS Governor Siminalayi Fubara was absent from a crucial PDP Governors’ Forum meeting...

April 15, 2025

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Atiku Says Visit to Buhari Was for Sallah, Not Coalition Talks

Atiku Abubakar visits Buhari for Sallah celebrations and clarifies there are no coalition talks involved, despite ongoing discussions

April 12, 2025

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Court Strikes Out Nnamdi Kanu’s N50bn Suit Against FG

The Federal High Court strikes out Nnamdi Kanu’s N50 billion suit against the Federal Government, citing lack of diligent prosecution and legal representation.

April 11, 2025

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Labour Party Leadership Crisis Deepens as Factions Clash

KEY POINTS Abure faction insists Supreme Court ruling didn't nullify his leadership, dismissing Usman-led...

April 10, 2025

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Labour Party Leadership Crisis Deepens as Apapa Assumes Control After Court Ruling

KEY POINTS Lamidi Apapa claims Labour Party leadership after Supreme Court nullified Abure's chairmanship,...

April 10, 2025

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APC Governors Urge Buhari to Prevent Defections Ahead of 2027

APC governors urge Buhari to stop defections but Buhari insists on letting loyalists choose their party affiliation, raising concerns for the 2027 elections.

April 9, 2025