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Alex Otti backs Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid despite Labour Party ties

Abia governor says his role in the National Economic Council obligates him to support the president's candidacy, though he maintains a separate presidential…

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Otti Defends Fuel Subsidy Removal, Rejects Calls for Policy Reversal

Abia Governor Alex Otti backs fuel subsidy removal, arguing that returning to subsidies would harm Nigeria's economy and finances.

INEC Warns Media Against Unofficial Results, AI Deepfakes Ahead of 2027 Vote

Nigeria's election commission has instructed newsrooms to tighten fact-checking and avoid publishing premature results before 2027, citing threats from…

Tinubu Photos on Niger Bridge Spark Political Row in Anambra

Minister Umahi's plan to display President Tinubu's pictures on the rehabilitated First Niger Bridge has divided political stakeholders in Anambra State.

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Peter Obi Rejects $123.7m Anambra Debt Claims, Says He Left Office Solvent

Former Anambra governor Peter Obi has disputed assertions that he bequeathed the state with over $123 million in external debt, insisting financial records…

APC Attacks Atiku Over Corruption Allegations Ahead of 2027 Race

The ruling All Progressives Congress has issued a direct challenge to Atiku Abubakar's 2027 presidential bid, citing documented bribery and corruption…

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Atiku Attacks APC Over Economic Decline as ADC Gains Ondo Defector

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar blamed the ruling APC for Nigeria's economic deterioration during an ADC reception in Akure, as ex-PDP candidate Eyitayo…

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US Judge Orders Trump Administration to Restore Press Access for CNN, MS NOW, Politico

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration likely violated constitutional rights by revoking White House credentials from three major news outlets without…

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Kingibe Defies Wike Over FCT Senate Seat, Loan Scrutiny Row

Senator Ireti Kingibe rejected Minister Nyesom Wike's declaration that she will not return in 2027, defending her right to question FCT borrowing.

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Awuzie Defends Obi As Soludo, Umahi Intensify Campaign Criticism

Former ASUU chief says Tinubu's allies cannot damage Peter Obi's standing as two senior officials step up attacks ahead of 2027 election.

Kwankwaso Says Tinubu's Fuel Subsidy Removal Was Economic Error

NDC vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso criticises President Tinubu's 2023 subsidy decision, pledging to restore it if elected in 2027.

Osun Assembly becomes first state to back state police constitutional amendment

Osun State House of Assembly unanimously approved a constitutional amendment for establishing state police services, leading other states in considering the…

Wike's Rainbow Coalition deepens rift with APC governors over 2027

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's cross-party alliance backing Tinubu's re-election has triggered tensions within the APC, with governors exploring alternative…

Tinubu pushes Africa to stop exporting raw minerals, demands local processing

President Tinubu called for continental unity to end raw mineral exports and build African processing capacity at UN General Assembly talks in New York.

NDC's Kwankwaso pledges fuel subsidy return in new form if elected in 2027

Nigeria Democratic Congress vice presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso says a Peter Obi-led government would restore fuel subsidies through refinery…

NNPP Warns Public Against Impostors, Denies 2027 Coalition Plans

The New Nigeria Peoples Party has alerted Nigerians to fraudulent individuals claiming party leadership roles ahead of 2027 elections, reiterating it remains…

Malami Rejects Corruption Findings in $2.7B Mambilla Arbitration

Former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami denies bribery allegations in the Mambilla hydroelectric dispute, distinguishing arbitration findings from criminal…

Soludo, APC target Obi over Anambra debt claims ahead of 2027 race

Anambra's current governor and the ruling party accuse former governor Peter Obi of misrepresenting his financial record, reigniting a political dispute.

NDC Plateau Chair Accused of Submitting Wrong Winner to INEC in Guber Primary

Nigeria Democratic Congress faces internal turmoil after state chairman allegedly sent incorrect gubernatorial nominee name to election body.

APC Demands Obi Quit 2027 Race Over $123.77m Anambra Debt

The All Progressives Congress is challenging Peter Obi to withdraw from the presidential election after Anambra State disclosed external loans contracted…

Tinubu, Political Leaders Mourn Ex-Kogi Governor Ibrahim Idris

Former Kogi State Governor Alhaji Ibrahim Idris, 77, has died in the UK. President Tinubu and other political figures have paid tribute to his nearly…

CNN, MS NOW, Politico Sue Trump Administration Over White House Press Ban

Three major U.S. news outlets filed a First Amendment lawsuit after their journalists were barred from White House facilities and had credentials revoked.

Tinubu Honors First Lady Oluremi's 66th Birthday With Public Tribute

President Bola Tinubu marked his wife Senator Oluremi Tinubu's 66th birthday on September 21 with a heartfelt message praising her as his closest confidant…