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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

Bolsonaro claims he is Brazil’s true leader after fleeing to US

Quick Read: Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro has fled to the United States, claiming he is the rightful leader of Brazil despite losing the recent election to Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. His departure violates a Brazilian court-ordered travel ban, marking a significant escalation in political tensions.

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PSource: Punch Newspaper
•Yesterday

Nasarawa Assembly decries poor state of general hospital

Quick Read: The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has passed a resolution calling on Governor Abdullahi Sule to intervene in the deteriorating state of the General Hospital in Nasarawa LGA. The Assembly demands the immediate deployment of medical staff and the provision of essential infrastructure to address what lawmakers described as an unbearable and pathetic situation.

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PSource: Punch Newspaper
•Yesterday

Oluremi Tinubu urges churches to promote dignity

Quick Read: First Lady Oluremi Tinubu addressed the Lausanne Nigeria Congress 2026 in Abuja, calling on Christian leaders to ensure their actions reflect the gospel they preach. The event focused on the necessity of unity and the Church's role in fostering human dignity and community cohesion across Nigeria.

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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

No ministers paid billions for appointments, APC insists

Quick Read: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has refuted claims that ministers pay billions of Naira to secure government positions. The party clarified that controversial comments made by its Presidential Campaign Council spokesperson, Alwan Hassan, were misconstrued and were intended to reflect historical political practices rather than the current administration.

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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

2027: Kwankwaso warns INEC over alleged AI-generated images in voter register

Quick Read: Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has formally challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding the integrity of the preliminary voter register. He warns that the presence of alleged AI-generated images could compromise the credibility of the 2027 general elections.

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PSource: Premium Times Opinions
•Yesterday

Oluremi Tinubu, NITDA and Nigeria’s digital future, By Shuaib S Agaka

Quick Read: The article highlights the growing importance of technology in Nigeria's national development agenda. It specifically notes the involvement of First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu in laying the foundation for a significant $10.4 million digital project.

Politics
PSource: Premium Times
•Yesterday

Remi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope initiative takes food relief to Ogun’s vulnerable groups

Quick Read: First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has extended the Renewed Hope Initiative's Food Outreach Scheme to Ogun State to provide essential food items to vulnerable populations. The programme, represented by Hajiya Nana Shettima, aims to mitigate the impact of economic challenges on disadvantaged families across Nigeria.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•Yesterday

Atiku demands daily photo, video proof of Tinubu’s Umrah pilgrimage - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has publicly requested daily visual documentation of President Bola Tinubu's Umrah pilgrimage. This demand underscores the persistent political tension and scrutiny directed at the President's activities by the opposition.

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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

Atiku challenges Tinubu to prove he’s in Makkah

Quick Read: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu to provide verifiable evidence of his presence in Makkah for Umrah. Atiku alleges the trip may be a cover for a visit to France linked to a $20 billion loan request.

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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

Natural resources not enough for national prosperity – Makinde

Quick Read: Governor Seyi Makinde has emphasized that Nigeria's natural resource wealth is not a sufficient driver for national prosperity. He advocates for a shift toward human capital development and private sector-led industrialization to ensure sustainable economic growth.

Politics
PSource: Premium Times
•Yesterday

2027: APC releases supplementary list for Tinubu’s presidential campaign council (FULL LIST)

Quick Read: The All Progressives Congress (APC) has released a supplementary list of appointments to President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 Presidential Campaign Council. This expansion aims to bolster the party's mobilisation structures and operational coordination across numerous specialized directorates.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•Yesterday

Tinubu departs Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu has left Abuja for Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The trip is intended for the President to engage in prayers for the well-being and stability of Nigeria.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•Yesterday

FEC approves N594.49b road projects - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The Federal Executive Council has approved a series of road projects totaling N594.49 billion. This decision marks a significant investment in national infrastructure.

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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

2027: No reason to fear INEC will postpone elections – SDP

Quick Read: The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has publicly stated its confidence in INEC's ability to conduct the 2027 general elections as scheduled. The party maintains that there are no credible grounds for postponement, citing the resolution of health and administrative concerns.

Politics
PSource: Premium Times
•Yesterday

Tinubu set to depart for Makkah

Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is set to travel to Makkah, Saudi Arabia, this Thursday to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. During his absence, he will engage in spiritual reflection and prayers for the nation's stability, with a scheduled return to Nigeria next week.

Politics
CSource: Channels Television
•Yesterday

Tinubu To Present 2027 Budget Before End Of 2026

Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is set to present the 2027 Appropriation Bill before the end of 2026, following recent legislative and policy approvals. The Federal Executive Council has also endorsed the National Development Plan 2026–2030 and a revised food and nutrition policy to address national security and health concerns.

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BSource: BusinessDay Nigeria
•Yesterday

Tinubu departs Abuja Thursday for Umrah at Makkah, Saudi Arabia

Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to depart Abuja this Thursday for a trip to Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The primary objective of this international visit is to perform Umrah.

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CSource: Channels Television
•Yesterday

FEC Approves $45.8m Biosecurity Upgrade At Five International Airports

Quick Read: The Federal Executive Council has approved a $45.8 million investment to upgrade biosecurity systems at five major Nigerian international airports. This initiative, managed through a 20-year Public-Private Partnership, aims to bolster the nation's ability to detect and respond to infectious disease threats at its borders.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•Yesterday

We’ll rig those who rig 2027 elections - Peter Obi

Quick Read: Peter Obi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, has vowed to overhaul Nigeria's electoral system to eliminate manipulation. He emphasized that his administration would enforce strict adherence to the rule of law and impose criminal penalties on those who rig elections or forge academic credentials.

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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

No deal to split Osun legislative seats with APC – Adeleke

Quick Read: Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has refuted claims of a seat-sharing deal with the APC, labeling such reports as fabrications. He emphasized that his political alliance with the APC is limited to the presidential election, while maintaining independence for legislative contests.

Politics
CSource: Channels Television
•Yesterday

​$21.7bn Borrowing Plan Is Investment In Assets, Not For Consumption, Says FG

Quick Read: The Federal Government has defended its $21.7 billion external borrowing proposal, characterizing it as a strategic investment in national infrastructure rather than consumption. Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele emphasized that the plan, which spans five years, aims to build wealth through critical transport and power projects.

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CSource: Channels Television
•Yesterday

Tinubu Departs Nigeria For Saudi Arabia Thursday To ‘Pray’ For Nigeria

Quick Read: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to travel to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this Thursday to attend a high-level World Economic Forum meeting. Beyond the economic summit, the President will engage in religious observances, specifically the lesser hajj, to pray for the nation's stability.

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VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

MDPCO warns against fresh $20.5bn foreign loan

Quick Read: The Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation (MDPCO) has publicly condemned President Bola Tinubu’s latest proposal to secure over $20 billion in foreign loans. The group warns that the current borrowing trajectory threatens Nigeria's future financial stability and lacks accountability regarding the impact of previous debt.

Politics
VSource: Vanguard News
•Yesterday

Tinubu departs Abuja for Makkah to pray for Nigeria

Quick Read: President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja for Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to perform the Umrah pilgrimage. During this visit, he will engage in spiritual reflection and offer prayers for the stability and progress of Nigeria.