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“Nigeria has moved from padded budgets to forged laws” — Peter Obi
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused the Federal Government of presiding over what he described as the forging of laws, warning that the practice poses a serious danger to constitutional governance and public trust. In a statement titled “Migrating from Padded Budgets to Forged Laws,” shared on his X handle on Saturday, Obi alleged that there are documented discrepancies between laws passed by the National Assembly and those eventually published and enforced by the executive arm of government. According to Obi, the issue goes far beyond administrative mistakes and represents a grave constitutional breach that exposes deep…
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Tinubu’s Record Enough to Secure 2027 Re-Election — Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said President Bola Tinubu’s performance in office is strong enough to guarantee his re-election in 2027. Shettima made the remarks while speaking at the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja. According to the Vice President, elections are not won through online debates or nostalgia but through solid political structures, credibility and effective leadership. “Elections are not conducted on Facebook or Twitter. They are won by coalitions, credibility and conviction,” he said. Shettima argued that Tinubu’s political experience and governance record put…
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AFCON to Hold Every Four Years from 2028 – CAF President
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will switch to a four-year cycle starting from 2028, ending its long-standing two-year format. The announcement was made on Saturday by Confederation of African Football (CAF) President, Patrice Motsepe. AFCON has been held biennially since 1968, apart from a one-year gap between the 2012 and 2013 editions. Motsepe explained that after the 2027 tournament in East Africa and the following edition in 2028, the competition will officially adopt the four-year schedule. He said the change is aimed at better aligning African football with the global football calendar. “We have the most exciting new structure…
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National Security Crisis: Yoruba Union Urges President Tinubu to Shelve Holiday Plans Amid Rising Abductions
The Yoruba Union, Ìgbìnmó Májékóbájé Ilé-Yorùbá, has issued a stern condemnation of President Bola Tinubu’s reported decision to observe the Christmas and New Year holidays with his family. The group argues that such a move is inappropriate while numerous Nigerians, including abducted ECWA Church worshippers from Ayetoro Kiri in Kogi State, remain in the custody of bandits. The union described the situation as morally disturbing, stating, “The President appears comfortable taking a holiday with his family while hundreds of innocent citizens are being held in the dens of bandits and terrorists across the country.” The group highlighted a perceived detachment…
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Nigerian Petroleum Company NNPCL Slashes Fuel Pump Price To ₦835/Litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has officially reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to approximately ₦835 per litre in major urban centers. This adjustment marks a notable decrease from the previous rate of ₦915 per litre, with specific retail outlets in Lagos now selling fuel between ₦838 and ₦840 per litre. In Abuja, the price has stabilized at ₦835 per litre, providing immediate financial relief to motorists and transport operators as the festive season approaches. This price reduction is a strategic reaction to the aggressive market entry of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and other private…
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Tinubu arrives Maiduguri to inaugurate projects, attend Modu Sheriff son’s wedding
President Bola Tinubu touched down in Maiduguri this Saturday afternoon, marking a busy visit centered on infrastructure development and regional diplomacy. Upon his arrival at General Muhammadu Buhari International Airport, the President was greeted by a high-profile delegation of governors, including Babagana Zulum of Borno and representatives from Katsina, Adamawa, and Delta states. His first order of business was the official inauguration of the airport’s new extension and VIP wing, a move designed to modernize air travel and boost transport efficiency in the Northeast. Beyond the airport gates, the President’s itinerary includes the commissioning of several landmark projects spearheaded by…
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Rapper Drake loses $200,000 bet on Jake Paul to beat Anthony Joshua
The infamous “Drake Curse” has struck again, and this time it cost the Canadian rapper a cool $200,000. Aubrey Drake Graham took to Instagram on Friday night to flaunt a massive wager on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, confidently captioning the bet with a call for Paul to “lock in” against heavyweight titan Anthony Joshua. While the “God’s Plan” artist stood to pocket a staggering $1.64 million if the upset occurred, his high-stakes gamble quickly turned into a public financial blow during the Miami showdown. The fight itself didn’t go according to Drake’s script, as Anthony Joshua dominated the ring and ultimately…
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“It was for peace not politics” – Gov. Alex Otti speaks on why he visited Nnamdi Kanu in prison
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has explained that his visit to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, was motivated by a desire for dialogue and peace, not political ambition. Otti spoke on Friday at the Government House in Umuahia while receiving the leadership of the Abia Diaspora Commission and members of the state’s Global Medical Mission 2025. His comments followed criticism in a viral video questioning the motive behind his visit to Kanu. The governor said differing opinions are part of a democratic system and do not automatically invalidate one’s actions. He stressed that…
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Insecurity: I’ll not show mercy – Tinubu warns terrorists, bandits, kidnappers
President Bola Tinubu has declared that his administration will show no mercy to those involved in terrorism, banditry and kidnapping across Nigeria. The President made the statement on Friday while presenting the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly. He proposed a total budget of ₦58.46 trillion, with ₦15.25 trillion allocated to non-debt recurrent expenditure. Tinubu also revealed that the government will adopt a new strategy in confronting terrorism, signalling a tougher and more decisive approach to addressing insecurity in the country. He said: “We will show no mercy to all those who commit acts of…
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God will punish politicians who use power for personal gain – Obaseki
Former Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has warned that politicians who use power for personal gain will face divine punishment, describing political authority as a trust given by God to serve the people. Speaking at an event, Obaseki said politics should be about improving citizens’ lives, not enriching oneself or close associates. According to him, leaders who misuse power fail both God and the electorate. “If you are in politics to get power, and you get the power and it’s only for you and your friends, then God will punish you,” he said, adding that power must be used to…
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‘Tinubu personally invited me to join APC’ – Plateau Gov, Mutfwang
Plateau State Governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang, has officially confirmed his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), revealing that the move followed a personal invitation from President Bola Tinubu. Addressing stakeholders in Jos, Mutfwang explained that while he had previously declined several invitations to defect, he ultimately decided to cross over in the best interest of the state. He noted, “I pay my respects to President Tinubu for honouring our earlier decisions not to move to the APC and still maintaining a cordial relationship with us despite that.” The Governor clarified that his departure…
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Tinubu Replaces Regulatory Chiefs Amid Dangote Dispute and Calls for Probe
In a dramatic shake-up of Nigeria’s energy sector, President Bola Tinubu has announced the sudden “resignations” of Farouk Ahmed, CEO of the NMDPRA, and Gbenga Komolafe, CEO of the NUPRC. Both officials, appointed in 2021 under the Petroleum Industry Act, were not due to finish their terms until next year. To fill the vacuum, the Presidency has nominated industry veterans Saidu Aliyu Mohammed and Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan to take over the downstream and upstream regulatory bodies, respectively. The exit of Farouk Ahmed is particularly charged, coming immediately after a closed-door meeting at the State House following a fierce public feud with…
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