40 m. ago Banditry: GOC visits Sokoto community, promises military protection

The GOC of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division visited a community displaced by Sokoto banditry, promising sustained military protection to restore normalcy. Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-goc-visits-sokoto-community-promises-military-protection/

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6 h. ago Nigeria steadily recovering under Tinubu, says Gbenga Daniel

Former Ogun governor Gbenga Daniel expresses optimism about Nigeria’s recovery, citing President Tinubu’s economic reforms and security measures as key dri Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-steadily-recovering-under-tinubu-says-gbenga-daniel/

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7 h. ago Uganda President Museveni Calls Opposition ‘Terrorists’ In Victory Speech

Museveni, 81, has ruled the East African country since 1986, when he seized power at the head of a rebel army. The post Uganda President Museveni Calls Opposition ‘Terrorists’ In Victory Speech appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago “Oyo Empire Era Is Over, No Yoruba Monarch Is Superior To Another” — Tinubu’s Aide

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has ignited controversy after stating that the period of imperial dominance linked to the old Oyo Empire has ended and that no traditional ruler in Yorubaland holds supremacy over others. Ajayi made the assertion in a post on X on Saturday, accompanied […] The post “Oyo Empire Era Is Over, No Yoruba Monarch Is Superior To Another” — Tinubu’s Aide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Abiru highlights Tinubu’s economic reform gains, unveils scorecard at Lagos East APC stakeholders’ meeting

The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, has said that Nigeria’s economy was stabilising under President Bola read more Abiru highlights Tinubu’s economic reform gains, unveils scorecard at Lagos East APC stakeholders’ meeting

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13 h. ago Kaduna South Senator Katung Rallies Support For Tinubu, Governor Sani’s Re

The Senator representing Kaduna South senatorial district, Sunday Marshall Katung, has appealed to his supporters to support the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, in the 2027 general election. Katung also distanced himself from unauthorised statements allegedly made by individuals claiming to be his supporters, which were critical of the […]

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13 h. ago Oyo empire belongs to history, no Yoruba king holds supremacy — Tinubu’s aide

A presidential aide states the Oyo empire history is past, urging modern Yoruba kings to collaborate as no single monarch holds supremacy today. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-empire-belongs-to-history-no-yoruba-king-holds-supremacy-tinubus-aide/

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14 h. ago Army pledges to protect Sokoto community after bandit attack

The Nigerian Army assures residents of a Sokoto community of sustained protection following a recent bandit attack, committing to restore normalcy and secu Read More: https://punchng.com/army-pledges-to-protect-sokoto-community-after-bandit-attack/

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15 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: Anger, Looting, Arrests And A Swift Government Response

Last Weekend, the university town of Ekpoma in Esan West local government area of Edo State erupted in anger as students, youths, and residents took to the streets to protest the rising wave of insecurity. What began as a peaceful demonstration degenerated into looting, vandalism, and the arrest of about 52 students from Ambrose Alli […]

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16 h. ago Nigeria Risks Repeating History If We Forget 1966 Coup, Civil War – Maj. Onyefuru (Rtd)

Major Godwin Onyefuru, a retired Nigerian Army officer, still carries the scars of the 1966 coup that reshaped the nation’s history. Now 84 and visually impaired, Onyefuru reflects on his harrowing experiences following the coup, including incarceration and near-death encounters. In this interview with ACHOR ABIMAJE, he recounts how his deepest regret was being unknowingly […]

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18 h. ago Corruption, Drug Abuse Fueling Insurgency – Clerics, Security Experts

Religious leaders and security experts have identified corruption and widespread drug abuse as key drivers of the nation’s escalating insurgency and terrorism. These concerns were raised at a public lecture titled The Role of Ummah in Addressing Insecurity and Drug Abuse in Nigeria, organised by the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) at the National Mosque, Abuja. […]

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18 h. ago From Sokoto forests to Capitol Hill: How Nigeria’s insecurity is being fought in Washington

From allegations of Christian genocide to airstrikes and a billion-naira lobby For decades, Nigeria’s insecurity has been framed as a read more From Sokoto forests to Capitol Hill: How Nigeria’s insecurity is being fought in Washington

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19 h. ago AFCON 2025: Bronze Medal Good As Gold, Tinubu Hails Super Eagles’ Victory Over Egypt

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday congratulated the Super Eagles for winning the bronze medal at the 2025 African Cup of Nations, describing the achievement as feeling “good like gold.” The President commended the Nigerian national team for putting behind them the disappointment of the semi-final loss to host nation Morocco last Wednesday. “This bronze medal […] The post AFCON 2025: Bronze Medal Good As Gold, Tinubu Hails Super Eagles’ Victory Over Egypt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago 2027: Pardon Kanu in your interest, Ohanaeze leader tells Tinubu

Ohanaeze Ndigbo’s leader urges President Tinubu to pardon Nnamdi Kanu to secure his 2027 re-election, ease political tensions, and counter opposition. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-pardon-kanu-in-your-interest-ohanaeze-leader-tells-tinubu/

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23 h. ago 2027: Opposition’s unpreparedness seen brightening Tinubu’s re

As Nigeria gradually edges towards the 2027 general election, the political space is already alive with intense calculations, shifting alliances read more 2027: Opposition’s unpreparedness seen brightening Tinubu’s re-election chances

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26 h. ago President Tinubu applauds Super Eagles after AFCON 2025 bronze win

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles for winning the bronze medal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations read more President Tinubu applauds Super Eagles after AFCON 2025 bronze win

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27 h. ago Obas Council: ‘We Are No More In Oyo Empire’, Tinubu’s Aide Tells Alaafin

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding the leadership of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, saying traditional rulers must adapt to the realities of modern governance and work together for unity and development rather than seeking supremacy. Ajayi, […]

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27 h. ago Allow Tinubu finish second term, APC chieftain tells Northern politicians

APC chieftain Osita Okechukwu urges Northern politicians to support a Tinubu second term, emphasizing Nigeria’s power rotation convention for national unit Read More: https://punchng.com/allow-tinubu-finish-second-term-apc-chieftain-tells-northern-politicians/

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28 h. ago AFCON 2025: Bronze medal good as gold, Tinubu hails Super Eagles’ victory

President Tinubu congratulates the Super Eagles for their AFCON 2025 bronze medal, describing the achievement as feeling ‘good like gold.’ Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-2025-bronze-medal-good-as-gold-tinubu-hails-super-eagles-victory/

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29 h. ago Nigeria Reaffirms ECOWAS Leadership Role At Guinea Presidential Inauguration

In what obviously was an endorsement and upliftment of the Economic Community of West African States’ (ECOWAS) spirit of unity and togetherness, Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, witnessed the swearing into office and inauguration of President S.E Mamadi Doumbouya as the President of Guinea Conakry. The inauguration of President Doumbouya […]

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