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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

Sports

Peter Obi Slams Unpaid Super Eagles Match Allowances

Peter Obi has criticised Nigeria over unpaid Super Eagles match allowances, saying the failure embarrasses the country and distracts players ahead of crucial matches.

January 8, 2026

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Bwala says Peter Obi Will not Clinch ADC Presidential or VP Ticket

KEY POINTS Daniel Bwala says Peter Obi will not secure ADC presidential or VP...

January 6, 2026

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Peter Obi: Not Criminalising Vote Buying at Primaries Hurts Democracy

Peter Obi faults lawmakers for failing to criminalise vote buying at party primaries, warning the practice damages Nigeria’s democracy.

December 22, 2025

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Peter Obi: 80% Youth Unemployment Shows Leaders Have Failed Nigeria

Key Points Peter Obi links Nigeria’s 80% youth unemployment rate to leadership failure and...

December 17, 2025

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ADC Tells Obi to Decide on 2027 Alliance, Rules Out Zoning Talks

ADC urged Peter Obi to decide on joining its coalition and ruled out zoning discussions in the build-up to 2027.

December 8, 2025

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Peter Obi Slams 2027 Campaign Luxury Vehicle Distribution as Misplaced Priority

Peter Obi condemns the distribution of luxury vehicles for 2027 campaigns, calling it wasteful and a breach of public trust.

December 5, 2025

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Obi Accuses Tinubu of Chasing Politics While Violence Rises

Peter Obi criticises President Tinubu and the ruling party for focusing on political fights while kidnappings and attacks continue across Nigeria.

November 20, 2025

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Peter Obi Faults Government Over Rising Insecurity, Urges U.S. Cooperation

Peter Obi blames poor leadership for Nigeria’s insecurity and calls for U.S. cooperation to ease diplomatic tension.

November 4, 2025

Politics

Aisha Yesufu says Peter Obi stronger for 2027 race

Aisha Yesufu says Peter Obi stands stronger for 2027, calling on Nigerians to demand fair elections and tackle bad governance.

October 18, 2025

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Obi, ADC, Dickson Condemn Growing Wave of Defections to APC

Peter Obi, ADC, and Seriake Dickson criticize mass defections to APC, warning that the moves threaten Nigeria’s democracy and reduce political competition.

October 16, 2025

Business

Peter Obi Slams “Inhumane” Demolitions, Urges Government

Peter Obi condemns inhumane demolitions across Nigeria, warning they worsen poverty and threaten the economic stability of millions.

October 13, 2025

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Obi Urges INEC to Verify Candidates’ Certificates Before 2027 Polls

Peter Obi has called on INEC to verify all candidates’ certificates ahead of the 2027 elections, stressing that truth and accountability must define Nigeria’s democracy.

October 10, 2025