96 m. ago Group Debunks Alleged Killing Of 25 Villagers In Enugu By Herdsmen

A civic advocacy group, Concerned Professionals for Good Governance, has described recent reports alleging the killing of 25 persons by herdsmen in Enugu State as “completely false” and a calculated attempt to instill fear and discredit the efforts of the State Government. In a press statement titled “Debunking the Politricks of Insecurity: Enugu State on […]

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2 h. ago Suspend France trip, Nigerians dying, Peter Obi tells Tinubu

Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, on Wednesday, urged President Bola Tinubu to suspend his retreat in France and return home to address the ongoing communal clashes and killings across the country. Obi made the appeal in a statement posted via his official X account. The plea comes four days after Read More

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2 h. ago 2027: PDP govs playing Asiwaju’s spoiler game – Atiku’s coalition 

A coalition involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and others has alleged that the Peoples Democratic Party governors rejected a proposed alliance and plan to field a weak candidate in the 2027 election to split opposition votes in favour of President Bola Tinubu. Read More

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4 h. ago Adopt depoliticised approach to national issues, Obi urges political leaders

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has urged political leaders to adapt a depoliticised read more Adopt depoliticised approach to national issues, Obi urges political leaders

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5 h. ago 2027 Polls Will Be A Showdown Between Nigerians and APC – Seyi Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has taken a swipe at the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that the 2027 general election will no longer be a regular contest between political parties but a direct face-off between Nigerians and the ruling party. In an interview on Tuesday, Makinde stated that citizens are fed up with the […] The post 2027 Polls Will Be A Showdown Between Nigerians and APC – Seyi Makinde appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Loyalist Condemns Governor Bala’s ‘Disrespectful’ Attack On Atiku

A prominent loyalist of former Nigerian vice president and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has sharply criticised Bauchi State Governor Bala Muhammed for comments deemed “reckless” and “disrespectful” towards the elder statesman. Dr Aslam Aliyu, known as Gimbiyar Kauran Namoda from Zamfara State and one of the most respected politicians in […]

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13 h. ago Tinubu, his politics of ambitious $50.8bn foreign investment target by 2030

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Across the world, political leaders embark on foreign trips to strengthen diplomatic relationships with other countries, and in the process strengthen their economic and security interests. These foreign trips take the forms of conferences, seminars and peer reviews, among others. In most cases, the cost of such trips is not available […] The post Tinubu, his politics of ambitious $50.8bn foreign investment target by 2030 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Local airlines battle flight delays amid operational challenges

The rise in flight delays and cancellations in Nigeria’s aviation sector has raised concerns among stakeholders, writes FELIX OLOYEDE The Nigerian airline industry has faced a consistent wave of operational turmoil, with a staggering 15,000 flight delays and a significant number of cancellations in 2024. This highlights the ongoing challenges plaguing airlines and airports in Read More

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13 h. ago Politicians Must Stop Using Youths As Instruments Of Violence – Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has issued a stern warning to politicians against actions that could destabilize Nigeria, particularly the alleged use of mercenaries to incite violence. Speaking in a meeting with the President of the Northern Youth Association of Nigeria on Tuesday, Godiya Bogoro, and other youth leaders from the North, the Governor stressed […] The post Politicians Must Stop Using Youths As Instruments Of Violence – Okpebholo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Many feared killed as herders renew attacks on Benue community

Panic gripped residents of Otobi community in the Akpa district of Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Tuesday evening as suspected armed herders launched a fresh attack, leaving several people feared dead and hundreds displaced. A resident of the area, Edwin Emma, confirmed the assault in a distressed phone call to journalists. “We Read More

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14 h. ago The judiciary as the final arbiter of electoral outcomes: Aberrations and judgments without justice (5)

INTRODUCTION In our last installment we examined the position of political parties and the court’s jurisdiction in pre-election matters. Today, we shall commence with a definition of post-election matters and later examine the grounds for questioning an election, patterns of judicial intervention in electoral outcomes- the 1999 and 2023 elections in focus. We will then […] The post The judiciary as the final arbiter of electoral outcomes: Aberrations and judgments without justice (5) appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Many feared killed in fresh herdsmen attack in Benue, 3 bodies recovered

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Again, villagers in Otobi community in Akpa District of Otukpo Local Government, Benue state,are currently on the run as herdsmen have reportedly besieged their community, attacking, killing innocent citizens and burning houses. Our correspondent gathered that three corpses have already been recovered from the scene as at the time of filing […] The post Many feared killed in fresh herdsmen attack in Benue, 3 bodies recovered appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Benue: Many villagers killed in fresh herdsmen attack, 3 corpses recovered

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Villagers in Otobi community, Akpa District, Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, are fleeing as suspected herdsmen have attacked, reportedly killing residents and burning houses. As of this report, three corpses have been recovered. Locals said the gunmen invaded around 5:30 pm on Tuesday, killing an unconfirmed number of people, […] The post Benue: Many villagers killed in fresh herdsmen attack, 3 corpses recovered appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago “Don’t Let ‘Family’ Be The Reason You’re Drowning In Silence” – Peter Okoye

Peter Okoye, formerly part of the now-disbanded music group P-Square, has taken a swipe at his family following his testimony against his older brother, Jude Okoye, in a case involving financial misconduct. Jude and his company, Northside Music Limited, are currently facing prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations linked to […] The post “Don’t Let ‘Family’ Be The Reason You’re Drowning In Silence” – Peter Okoye appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago “Leadership Collapse Has Crippled PDP” – Suswam Fires Warning Shot

Former Benue State Governor, Gabriel Suswam, has expressed deep concern over the worsening internal strife within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing the current state of the party as dire due to failed leadership and loss of public trust. Speaking with news men on Tuesday, Suswam did not hold back in his assessment of the […] The post “Leadership Collapse Has Crippled PDP” – Suswam Fires Warning Shot appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago PICTORIAL: Ganduje, Kano NNPP Lawmakers Meet Ahead Of Defection To APC

The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has held a closed-door meeting with some prominent members of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) from Kano State, fueling speculation about an impending political shift ahead of the 2027 general election. Those present at the meeting included Senator Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila, […]

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21 h. ago ‘Real family doesn’t manipulate,’ Peter Okoye says after testifying against brother in court

Nigerian music star Peter Okoye of the legendary duo, P-Square, has opened up about enduring over two decades of betrayal and manipulation, stating that he is now prioritising his mental health. In a post on his Instagram story on Tuesday, Peter wrote, “Don’t let ‘family’ be the reason you’re drowning in silence. I did – Read More

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22 h. ago Group Urges Akpabio To Step Aside Over Sexual Harassment Allegation

A socio-political pressure group, Action Collective, has demanded that Senate President Godswill Akpabio step aside and submit himself to an independent investigation following an allegation of sexual harassment against him. The group described Akpabio’s continued leadership of the Senate as “morally indefensible” and warned that failure to address the issue transparently could erode public trust […]

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23 h. ago Peter Okoye speaks after testifying in elder brother’s trial

By John Ogunsemore Singer, Peter Okoye of the defunct P-Square group said he drowned in silence for more than 20 years because of his family. Peter, also known as Mr P, stated this in an Instagram Story on Tuesday, a day after testifying as the first prosecution witness in the trial of his elder brother, […] The post Peter Okoye speaks after testifying in elder brother’s trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Popular Singer Osupa Withdraws Defamation Case Against Portable In Kwara After Sowore’s Intervention

Politician and activist, Omoyele Sowore, has revealed that popular fuji musician Saheed Osupa Akorede has withdrawn his defamation case against fellow singer, Habeeb Okikiola, a.k.a Portable, before an Upper Area Court in Ilorin, Kwara State. In a post shared on his verified Facebook page on Tuesday afternoon, Sowore said he had a conversation with Osupa, […]

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