Ex-Lagos governor Mohammed Buba Marwa turns 73
Mohammed Buba Marwa, the former Lagos military governor who survived a 1996 bomb attack and inspired the Keke Marwa tricycles, turns 73 on September 9, 2026.
Category : Presidential Affairs
Charismatic Bishops Endorse Tinubu for 2027 Re-election
The Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria has endorsed President Bola Tinubu for the 2027 election, citing his appointment record and support for Christian governors.
Petrol Price: Okonkwo Says N1,300 Leaders Unfit to Rule Nigeria
Kenneth Okonkwo, Atiku's campaign spokesperson, says leaders accepting N1,300 petrol are wicked and unfit to govern Nigeria, citing Dangote's N800 price claim.
Tinubu: 'If They Want DNA, They Can Ask' in Old Video
In a resurfaced Chatham House video, President Tinubu reaffirms his March 29, 1952 birth date, addresses identity and academic record controversies ahead of 2027.
Canada Express Entry: Skilled Nigerians Can Apply for PR Now
Canada invites skilled Nigerians and others to apply for permanent residence via Express Entry, targeting healthcare, tech, and trades to fill labour shortages.
Tinubu Support Group Begins 2027 Re-election Drive in Kano
The Tinubu Support Group inaugurated its national and state executives in Kano, launching 2027 re-election efforts. DG Yakasai charged officials to begin grassroots campaigns across all 36 states and the FCT, citing economic gains including over $7 billio
Khalilur Rahman Assumes UN General Assembly Presidency
Dr. Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh assumed the presidency of the 81st UN General Assembly session on September 8, 2026, succeeding Annalena Baerbock, after securing 99 votes in a June election.
Nigeria Confirms Independence Day 2026 Public Holiday
Nigeria's next federal public holiday is Independence Day on October 1, 2026, marking 66 years since independence from Britain in 1960.
Former Senator Bello Mandiya Dies at 62, Governor Radda Mourns
Former Katsina South Senator Bello Mandiya died Monday in Abuja aged 62. Katsina Governor Dikko Radda confirmed the death, with burial set for Tuesday.
Tinubu Appoints Dele Alake as APC 2027 Campaign Director
President Tinubu names Dele Alake Director of Policy and Manifesto Development for the APC 2027 campaign council, as the ruling party gears up for the January 16 election.
Tanzania's First Gentleman dies after heart illness
Tanzania's First Gentleman, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has died while receiving treatment for a heart condition in Zanzibar. Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi announced his death on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Ex-Sierra Leone president Koroma returns from Nigeria after case dropped
Former Sierra Leone President Ernest Bai Koroma returned to Freetown on September 6, 2026, after over two years in Nigeria, following the discontinuation of his treason case in July.
Tinubu, family can't be arrested in US, says UN envoy
Nigeria's UN envoy Jimoh Ibrahim says President Tinubu and his family enjoy unimpeded US transit and cannot be arrested, citing the 1947 UN-US Agreement.
Fasua clashes with Arise TV anchor over Glovo claim
Presidential aide Tope Fasua told an Arise TV anchor that correcting him live was 'a bit rude' after she disputed his claim that Glovo is a Nigerian company.
Akpabio Urges Northern Youths to Back Tinubu’s 2027 Bid
Senate President Godswill Akpabio met Northern youth leaders in Abuja, defending Tinubu’s economic reforms and urging grassroots support ahead of the 2027 elections.
Wike Uses Amaechi's Brotherhood Test to Endorse Tinubu for 2027
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has used Rotimi Amaechi's own definition of brotherhood to argue that President Tinubu, not Amaechi, qualifies as a political ally, citing appointments at Rivers universities.
Trump Sends Envoys to Moscow, Kyiv With New Peace Plan
President Trump dispatches envoys Witkoff and Kushner to Moscow and Kyiv with a new proposal to end the Ukraine war, amid fresh strikes and a proposed ceasefire.
Presidency: Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger exit weakened ECOWAS integration
The Nigerian Presidency says the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from ECOWAS in January 2025 disrupted regional integration mechanisms and created a major crisis. Special Adviser Sunday Dare spoke at a defence ministry colloquium in Abuja.
Nigeria N5.41tn defence budget: Musa defends missile costs
Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa defends Nigeria's ₦5.41tn 2026 defence budget, citing $3.2m Tomahawk missile costs and local production progress.
Yoruba Forum: Trump Appointment Boosts Atiku's 2027 Campaign
Yoruba Ronu Leadership Forum says Trump's appointment of Atiku's US lobbyist, Dr Karl Von Batten, adds international weight to the ADC candidate's 2027 presidential bid.
Wike: I'll be first target if Tinubu loses 2027 election
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says he expects to be the first politician targeted by Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi if President Tinubu loses the 2027 presidential election, reiterating his unwavering support for Tinubu's re-election.
Rufai Oseni cautions Tinubu over Wike alliance, warns of exposure
Arise TV's Rufai Oseni has cautioned President Tinubu against trusting Wike, warning the FCT Minister might expose political secrets if their alliance collapses.
Wike: Atiku Can't Win 2027 Over Power Rotation
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says Atiku Abubakar's 2027 presidential bid violates North-South power rotation, vowing full support for Tinubu's re-election.
FBI Raided Atiku's Maryland Home in 2005 Over Jefferson Probe
In 2005, the FBI raided Atiku Abubakar's Maryland home, probing payments to West African officials linked to Congressman William Jefferson and iGate Corp.
Trump Appoints Atiku-Linked Lobbyist to White House Commission
President Donald Trump has appointed Karl Von Batten, a Nigerian-born lobbyist with ties to Atiku Abubakar, as a Commissioner on a White House presidential commission, his firm announced on September 3.
Atiku Camp Challenges Tinubu on $460k Forfeiture, $9m Lobbying Deal
Atiku's camp challenges Tinubu to explain a $460,000 US court forfeiture and a $9m lobbying arrangement, countering attacks on lobbyist Karl Von Batten.
Atiku Aide Hits Tinubu Aide Over $9M Lobbying Deal
Atiku's aide Phrank Shaibu accuses Tinubu's spokesman Sunday Dare of deflecting from a $9 million DCI Group lobbying deal, citing a $460,000 forfeiture record.
Wike Vows to Stop Atiku in 2027, Dismisses Relocation Rumours
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike declares he will not allow Atiku Abubakar a free run in the 2027 presidential election, vowing to remain active in Rivers State politics.
Wike names Imo, Kwara governors as political adversaries
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike publicly accused Imo and Kwara governors Hope Uzodinma and Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of working against him despite his past support for both.
Tinubu: North Biggest Beneficiary of Economic Reforms
President Tinubu says Northern Nigeria is the biggest beneficiary of his economic reforms, citing $52.7bn reserves and 4.43% GDP growth, but ACF and MBF reject the claim.
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