Obasanjo: Atiku Choice Was My Biggest Political Mistake
Former President Obasanjo says choosing Atiku as his vice president in 1999 was his biggest political mistake, thanking God for preventing harm to Nigeria.
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Atiku Fires Back at Obasanjo Over Third Term Stand
Atiku Abubakar hits back at Obasanjo's recent criticism, standing by his opposition to the third-term agenda and citing Okonjo-Iweala's praise.
Cardinal: Tinubu Disagreed With Bishops On Economy
Cardinal Onaiyekan says President Tinubu clearly disagreed with Catholic bishops' concerns that the economy is not helping the poor during their meeting at Aso Rock.
Keyamo: 2027 Election Is a Coronation for Tinubu
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo declared the 2027 presidential election a foregone conclusion for President Tinubu, questioning where opposition candidates Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar would draw votes.
Ghana to Extend Presidential Term to Five Years
Ghana's government accepts a committee recommendation to extend the presidential term from four to five years; Parliament term aligned; a national referendum in 2027 requires 40% voter turnout and 75% approval to pass.
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Trump to Honor Teen Lifeguard with Top Civilian Medal
President Trump announces he will present one of the highest US civilian honors to a 16-year-old lifeguard who risked his life to save a drowning boy in rough seas.
Oshiomole Slams Umahi for New Roads While Old Ones Decay
Senator Adams Oshiomole calls out Minister Dave Umahi for prioritizing new road projects over rehabilitating existing bad roads, citing neglect in Edo and Delta states.
Trump Plans White House Honour for Heroic Lifeguard
President Donald Trump will invite a 16-year-old lifeguard who rescued a drowning boy to the White House for a high civilian honor after the rescue video went viral.
Tinubu Warns 2027 Rivals: No Red Carpet
President Tinubu tells Catholic bishops he will not step aside for political rivals without contest, defends INEC, cites no ASUU strikes as achievement.
Tinubu Redraws South-East Map via Infrastructure, Inclusion
President Bola Tinubu's administration is redrawing the political map of Nigeria's South-East region through infrastructure projects, key appointments, and economic reforms, despite receiving only 127,000 votes there in the 2023 election.
YouthCred Phase 3: ₦2M Credit for Young Entrepreneurs Launched
YouthCred for Entrepreneurs, phase three of Nigeria's youth credit programme, offers up to ₦2 million in working capital to young business owners. The launch fulfills President Tinubu's Democracy Day promise.
Tinubu Meets Catholic Bishops, NBA President-Elect in Abuja
President Tinubu hosted the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria at Aso Villa ahead of the 2027 elections, and separately received the newly elected NBA president, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, who won with 9,891 votes.
Alausa Predicts Tinubu 2027 Win, Cites Reforms
Education Minister Olatunji Alausa endorses President Tinubu for 2027, citing economic reforms praised by IMF, World Bank, and NBS as proof of progress.
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Ex-DSS Director Challenges Al-Mustapha Over Abacha CCTV
Retired DSS director Dennis Amachree has challenged ex-CSO Hamza Al-Mustapha to release alleged CCTV footage of Sani Abacha's final hours, disputing accounts of the late head of state's death.
Tinubu’s Aide Challenges Peter Obi on Party Moves, 2023 Defeat
Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu's special adviser, criticises Peter Obi's Channels TV interview as a 'PR disaster,' rebutting claims on party switching and election rigging.
Trump Denies US Exhausting Munitions in Iran War
US President Donald Trump refutes claims of munitions depletion in Iran war, asserting the US has far more weapons than needed, despite General Caine's warning about dwindling air defense interceptors.
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Tinubu picks Harvard-trained aide for House of Reps liaison role
President Bola Tinubu has appointed 40-year-old Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as Special Adviser on National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives), replacing Ibrahim Olanrewaju who resigned to run for elective office.
Atiku denies N5m bribe allegation over Obasanjo impeachment
Former VP Atiku Abubakar refutes Obasanjo's claim that he bribed late Speaker Ghali Na'Abba N5 million to initiate impeachment proceedings in 2002, dismissing it as a political attack ahead of 2027.
Senate Urged for Transparent NNPC Reconciliation Over ₦210 Trillion
An analyst calls for public reconciliation of NNPC accounts after ₦210 trillion 'missing' claim is debunked. Bala Wunti explained the sum combined receivables and payables, not a theft.
Shettima Retained as Tinubu's Running Mate for 2027
Vice President Kashim Shettima has been retained as President Tinubu's running mate for the 2027 election, dismissing rumors of division and focusing on governance.
Tinubu Appoints Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as Special Adviser
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as Special Adviser on National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives), replacing Ibrahim Olanrewaju who resigned to contest an elective office.
Peter Obi Urges Tinubu to Resign Over Capacity
Labour Party's Peter Obi calls for President Tinubu's resignation, citing lack of capacity to lead Nigeria amid economic crisis and security challenges.
Peter Obi: 24-Hour Electricity Impossible in 4 Years
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi asserts that achieving 24-hour electricity supply in Nigeria within four years is impossible without addressing structural issues in the power sector.
Tinubu Names Olanrewaju-Smart Special Adviser on NASS
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as special adviser on National Assembly matters, replacing Ibrahim Olanrewaju who resigned to contest an election.
Lawal Claims Tinubu Unhealthy, Eats Banana and Groundnut
Former SGF Babachir Lawal publicly questioned President Tinubu's health, claiming his France trips don't fool Nigerians, and described his diet of banana and groundnut.
Abacha's CSO Rejects Sex-Death Claim, Says He Has CCTV
Former CSO Hamzat Al-Mustapha disputes a retired DSS official's claim that General Abacha died during a sexual encounter, stating he possesses CCTV footage of the final moments.
Primate Ayodele Warns INEC on Server Security for 2027 Elections
Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned INEC to secure its servers and BVAS systems ahead of the 2027 elections, identifying 11 states at high risk of electoral irregularities.
Trump Pauses Iran Strikes After 13 Days Over Missile Concerns
President Donald Trump directed the US military to halt strikes on Iran after 13 consecutive days, citing concerns over depleting Patriot missile stockpiles and creating space for diplomacy.
Bangladesh President Shahabuddin Resigns Over Health
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin, 76, resigned on Friday citing autonomic neuropathy, leaving ousted PM Sheikh Hasina without allies in power.
UK Residency Rules: Foreign Spouses Must Live 3 Years
The UK government requires foreign spouses of British citizens to have lived in the UK for at least three years before applying for citizenship by naturalisation in 2026.
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