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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

Oyo LG Poll: OYSIEC unveils candidates’ list - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has moved forward with the local government electoral process by unveiling the list of candidates. This action serves as a formal disclosure of those cleared to participate in the upcoming polls.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•2 days ago

Court dismisses Emeka Ike’s N10bn damages suit against Wike’s aide and INEC

Quick Read: The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a N10 billion lawsuit filed by actor Emeka Ike against Lere Olayinka, an aide to the FCT Minister, and INEC. Justice Salim Ibrahim ruled that the suit was incompetent and lacked the necessary proof to substantiate claims of privacy violations.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

Abiodun reassures Ijebuland on Awujale, projects economic boom for Ogun East - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Governor Dapo Abiodun has issued a reassurance to the people of Ijebuland concerning the Awujale. He further expressed optimism regarding the economic trajectory of the Ogun East senatorial district.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•2 days ago

Four postgraduate students lose their lives in accident involving Niger State Governor s convoy

Quick Read: A tragic road accident involving the convoy of Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago resulted in the deaths of four postgraduate students and a government driver. The incident took place at Gidan Mongoro along the Minna–Bida Road while the convoy was returning from an official condolence visit.

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PSource: Premium Times Opinions
•2 days ago

Tinubu’s burden, Atiku’s opportunity: The road to 2027, By Adnan Mukhtar

Quick Read: The article highlights a growing trend among APC candidates in Northern Nigeria to distance their political campaigns from President Tinubu. It suggests that the President's current political standing in the region is perceived as a liability for local candidates seeking electoral success.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

ADC to Tinubu: ‘Explain your campaign spokesperson’s claim that ministers paid for appointments’

Quick Read: The ADC Presidential Campaign Council has called on President Bola Tinubu to clarify allegations that ministerial appointments were purchased. The council insists that such claims, if true, undermine the integrity of public office and require immediate investigation by anti-corruption bodies.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

Nigerian govt begins $100m South-east gas pipeline project

Quick Read: The Nigerian government has initiated a $100 million gas pipeline project to foster industrial growth in the South-east region. Implemented through the South-east Development Commission (SEDC), the 400-kilometre infrastructure aims to connect regional gas resources to industrial hubs.

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NSource: Nairametrics
•2 days ago

Lead the Future Conference calls for future-ready African businesses

Quick Read: The Lead the Future Conference 2026 brought together business and governance experts in Lagos to address the challenges of building globally competitive African organizations. The event concluded that sustainable growth requires a synergy between strategic technology adoption, effective leadership, and continuous workforce development.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

Senator questions Tinubu’s fresh loan request, use of previous borrowings

Quick Read: Senator Victor Umeh has challenged the federal government's fiscal management, questioning the efficacy of previous loans in funding budgets and paying contractors. This criticism coincides with President Tinubu's new request for over $20 billion and €1 billion in external borrowing to address infrastructure and development deficits.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

Niger governor’s convoy crash kills four students, driver

Quick Read: A fatal head-on collision involving a vehicle in the Niger State Governor’s convoy occurred at Gidan Mangoro, Minna. The incident resulted in the deaths of four university students and a government driver, while the Director-General of the Government House, Dauda Chikuba, was hospitalized.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•2 days ago

No matter what Soludo does, Peter Obi will continue to be more popular than him - Senator Victor Umeh

Quick Read: Senator Victor Umeh has publicly stated that Governor Charles Soludo cannot match the popularity of former Governor Peter Obi. This statement highlights the deepening political rift between the two leaders in Anambra State.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

CSOs doubt INEC, police neutrality, launch data monitoring platform - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Civil Society Organizations have formally expressed distrust in the neutrality of Nigeria's electoral umpire, INEC, and the national police force. To mitigate these concerns, the groups have introduced a data monitoring platform to ensure independent oversight.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

Makinde, ADC-PCC ask Tinubu to address alleged payment for appointments - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Governor Seyi Makinde and the ADC-PCC have urged President Bola Tinubu to take action regarding reports of payments being made for government appointments. The request emphasizes the need for the administration to clarify and address these allegations to maintain public trust.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

Adesina, Tompolo hail Tinubu’s reforms, back re-election - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Prominent figures Ayo Adebanjo and Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) have publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu's ongoing reforms. Their support extends to backing the President for a re-election bid.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

Conflict of interest in Soludo’s Anambra over Tinubu’s re-election - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: The Guardian Nigeria News has highlighted a growing conflict of interest within Anambra State regarding the re-election bid of President Bola Tinubu. The situation underscores the complex political dynamics currently influencing Governor Soludo’s administration.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

Latest news today on Nyesom Wike - The Guardian Nigeria News

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

Mbah inaugurates 51-directorates strong Enugu APC Campaign Council, banks on scorecard

Quick Read: Governor Peter Mbah has officially inaugurated a 51-directorate APC Campaign Council in Enugu State to spearhead the party's 2027 election strategy. The governor expressed confidence in a resounding victory, citing his administration's developmental milestones and the economic support provided by President Bola Tinubu’s federal reforms.

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TSource: The Guardian Nigeria
•2 days ago

Sandra Mbanefo, others to headline FWIFT convention 2026 - The Guardian Nigeria News

Quick Read: Sandra Mbanefo has been announced as a headline speaker for the upcoming FWIFT convention. The event is slated to take place in 2026.

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LSource: Linda Ikeji's Blog
•2 days ago

“I m not proud to be from Delta State. Our leaders are doing nothing” – TikTok user alleges

Quick Read: Ogeneru Kewe, a TikTok user, has publicly condemned the Delta State government for its alleged failure to address and prevent sexual assaults. She claims that victims in areas like Ozoro, Ekpan, and Effurun have been denied justice, leading her to renounce pride in her state of origin.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

‘I have a duty to serve Nigeria, and I will’ — Adesina tells Tinubu

Quick Read: Former African Development Bank (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa to conclude his 10-year tenure and offer his services for Nigeria's development. While Adesina expressed strong support for the current administration's economic reforms, he clarified that he is not seeking a formal government position.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

Tompolo says Tinubu needs another term to consolidate reforms, presents 30 vehicles for mobilisation

Quick Read: Government Ekpemupolo, known as Tompolo, has formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term, arguing that the President's courageous economic reforms require more time to yield long-term benefits. The endorsement was marked by the donation of 30 vehicles to the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement in Imo State to bolster grassroots campaign efforts.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

IPOB urges South-east to withdraw support for APC over Nnamdi Kanu’s appeal

Quick Read: The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has issued a directive for citizens in the South-east and parts of the South-South to boycott the All Progressives Congress (APC). This move is a direct response to the perceived judicial delay in hearing the appeal of their leader, Nnamdi Kanu, who was sentenced to life imprisonment for terrorism in 2025.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

Senate panel clears NGE president, 15 others for NHRC governing board

Quick Read: The Senate Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters has successfully screened 16 nominees for the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) governing board. The committee urged the appointees to prioritize national interest and integrity as they prepare for their roles in human rights protection.

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PSource: Premium Times
•2 days ago

INEC speaks on suspicious photos in voter register

Quick Read: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has launched an investigation into suspicious, potentially AI-generated photographs identified in its preliminary voter register. The commission is currently reviewing these records to address technical or procedural lapses ahead of the 2027 general election.