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Victory for Nigerians – Peter Obi on suspension of N50,000 WAEC, NECO fees
Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has described the suspension of the recent hike in the fees for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, and the National Examinations Council, NECO, Senior School Certificate Examination, SSCE, as victory for Nigerians. The suspension was announced in a statement by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, on Monday. According to the Federal Government, the June 18th, 2026 letter conveying the hike of WAEC and NECO fees to N50,000 has been withdrawn. The government said the suspension was to give room for…
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2027: ‘Abia has no choice’ — AAC candidate, Ogala declares herself next governor
Abia State African Action Congress, AAC, governorship candidate for the 2027 general election, Doris Ogala, has declared herself as the next governor of the state. Ogala, a Nollywood actress, made the declaration during a live session on TikTok, which circulated widely on Sunday and drew reactions from supporters and critics alike. According to the female governorship candidate, her emergence as governor was already settled and beyond doubt. She said, “I, Doris Ogala, as your governor, you don’t have a choice. Doris will be your governor, you don’t have a choice. God has said it, so shall it be. It is very simple,…
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Lagos ADC governorship candidate Rhodes-Vivour loses mother
The Lagos State African Democratic Congress, ADC, governorship candidate, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has lost his mother, Nkechi Stella Rhodes-Vivour (née Waboso). Rhodes-Vivour made the announcement on Monday through a message shared on his official X handle, expressing grief over the loss while thanking God for what he described as a life of impact and fulfillment. The politician said his mother was a pillar of strength to the family and remained deeply committed to her roles as a wife, mother and grandmother throughout her lifetime. “With sadness in our hearts and gratitude to God for a life well spent, we announce the call to…
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2027: No opposition can match Tinubu’s achievements, says Umahi
Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has said no opposition candidate in the 2027 presidential election can match President Bola Tinubu’s achievements, particularly in infrastructure. Umahi stated this on Monday while inspecting ongoing construction at Kilometre 118 of Section One of the Calabar–Ebonyi–Benue–Kogi–Nasarawa–Abuja Superhighway in Ebonyi State. He said the administration’s infrastructure projects would strengthen President Tinubu’s chances in the 2027 election. The minister also said the Calabar–Ebonyi–Benue–Kogi–Nasarawa–Abuja Superhighway, one of the Federal Government’s flagship road projects, would reduce travel time between Ebonyi State and Abuja to about three hours when completed. He described the highway as a transformative project…
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My greatest fear is not knowing when to quit music – Davido
Afrobeats superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about what he considers his greatest fear, admitting that he worries about not knowing the right time to step away from music. Speaking during a recent video broadcast, the award-winning singer reflected on the pressures that come with fame and the emotional toll experienced by celebrities whose popularity fades over time. According to Davido, watching once-successful public figures lose their relevance is frightening, adding that he would establish a therapy centre to support celebrities dealing with life after fame if given the opportunity. He said, “If there is one…
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‘They murdered my brother, seized my passport’ — Sowore alleges persecution by government
Rights Activist, Omoyele Sowore, has alleged that he and members of his family have faced years of persecution by successive Nigerian governments, including the current administration. The allegation was contained in a statement posted on Sowore’s official page on July 13, 2026. According to Sowore, the alleged actions against him included his expulsion from the University of Lagos, seizure of his National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, certificate and repeated confiscation of his international passport. He also claimed that authorities used court orders and security agencies to prevent him from travelling, resulting in prolonged separation from his family. “They targeted my…
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After Over 50 Days in Captivity, Abducted Oyo Pupils and Teachers Regain Freedom
The pupils and teachers abducted from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained their freedom after spending more than 50 days in captivity. The victims were kidnapped by terrorists on May 15, sparking nationwide concern and calls for urgent action to secure their release. Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga announced the development on X, confirming that all the abducted pupils and teachers had been rescued by security agencies. “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies,” Onanuga wrote while sharing photographs of the freed victims.
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ADC Alleges Political Motivation Behind El-Rufai’s Continued Detention
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating the continued detention of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to strategically weaken the opposition ahead of the 2027 general election. During a recent interview, ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi asserted that while his party supports the legal prosecution of individuals with legitimate cases, the handling of El-Rufai’s detention suggests a clear political agenda. Abdullahi argued that the imposition of stringent, “almost impossible” bail conditions for bailable offenses is a deliberate tactic by the government to keep the former governor in custody indefinitely. “The…
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Insecurity: ‘Tinubu has tried his best but needs to rest’ – Peter Obi
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has backed comments by the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, that President Bola Tinubu has done his best to address Nigeria’s security challenges, but argued that the President should now “go home and rest.” Obi made the remarks during an interview with Chude Jideonwo uploaded on YouTube on Thursday while explaining why Nigerians should support his presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 election. Responding to Adeboye’s recent comments on Tinubu’s handling of insecurity, Obi said the respected cleric’s assessment was accurate. “Somebody…
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You are a yeyebrity- actress Angela Okorie slams Anita Joseph over photo editing palava
The recent controversy surrounding Anita Joseph and content creator Caramel Plug has drawn public criticism from actress Angela Okorie. The drama began when Caramel Plug accused Anita Joseph of editing her face onto a photograph that originally featured the content creator’s outfit and aesthetics. Following the public outcry, Anita Joseph removed the post and issued an apology, attributing the incident to an “AI-powered photo editing tool” and blaming her “AI boy” for the mistake. Angela Okorie, who has a history of public disputes with Anita Joseph, seized the opportunity to criticize her colleague. In a series of social media posts,…
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Nnamdi Kanu’s wife reacts to reports of filing for divorce from IPOB leader
Uchechi, wife of the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, has reacted to reports that she filed for a divorce while her husband is serving a life imprisonment sentence. In a reaction that had a laughing emoji, Uchechi said she had just learnt that she filed for divorce from her husband. Posting on her verified X handle, she wrote: “Good conscious evening, my blessed Biafrans. I have just learned that I filed for Divorce while my husband is in prison.” It was reported that Uchechi filed for a divorce following years of alleged infidelity, financial…
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Police arrest DJ Chicken for threatening to kill President Tinubu’s son, Seyi
The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a controversial DJ for threatening the life of president Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu. Reports are that DJ Chicken had two days ago in a video online, stated that the president cannot win a re-election in 2027, and threatened to kill Seyi Tinubu if the president won. Two days after the viral video, rumours of DJ Chicken’s arrest surfaced on social media. However during a Livestream on Thursday night, content creator, Tunde Perry confirmed that DJ Chicken has been arrested. “DJ Chicken did a video that Tinubu can’t win the next election. Knowing fully well that…
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