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2027: Atiku, Peter Obi, Kwankwaso grandstanding, contributed to Nigeria’s problems – APC
The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Felix Morka, on Tuesday accused the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar and the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso of grandstanding. Morka said Kwankwaso was part of the establishment responsible for the challenges Nigerians are currently facing. In an interview on TVC’s Beyond The Headlines, Morka insisted that the former Kano State governor is not the new direction that Nigerians need. According to Morka: “Kwankwaso, a new direction to where? And I will offer an answer: a new direction to nowhere.…
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2027: Corruption part of requirements to secure appointment under Tinubu- Ex-Buhari’s Minister
Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has said that corruption might be part of the requirements to secure an appointment under the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Dalung stated this while reacting to the list of members of President Tinubu’s Campaign Council on Tuesday during an appearance on Arise Television’s live interview programme. President Tinubu last week constituted a list of persons to serve in his 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, with former Zamfara State Governor, Abdul’aziz Abubakar Yari, as the Director-General. Airing his own opinion, Dalung, who served as a minister under former President Muhammadu Buhari, said, “Corruption might…
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Tinubu condemns mass abduction in Niger, directs immediate rescue
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the armed forces, the police, the Department of State Services, and all relevant security and intelligence agencies to immediately begin a coordinated rescue operation for the victims of the recent mass abduction in Niger State. President Tinubu expressed outrage over the abduction and killing of innocent citizens by criminal elements in the state. The President, in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said: “Those who carried out this cowardly attack on defenceless Nigerians are enemies of peace and enemies of humanity, who will not go scot-free. “I extend my deepest condolences to the families…
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VDM links roaming cattle to money laundering by govt officials
Social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, VDM, has alleged that cattle roaming the streets of Nigerian cities are being used by some government officials to siphon public funds. VDM made the allegation on Tuesday while speaking at the 2026 Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Annual General Conference, AGC, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to him, some government officials are involved in the practice because many Nigerians are unaware of the alleged method of diverting public funds. The self-acclaimed online soldier alleged that the cattle business provides a means for some officials to conceal and misappropriate government resources. He…
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2027: Atiku challenges Tinubu to presidential debate
Candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has made his participation in presidential debates ahead of the 2027 general elections conditional on the attendance of President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC. Atiku’s position was contained in a statement issued by his official spokesperson, Kenneth Okonkwo, on Tuesday. According to Okonkwo, presidential debates should provide an opportunity for both the ruling party and opposition parties to present their policies and programmes to Nigerians. He criticised the practice of organising debates involving only opposition candidates, describing it as “untenable” and accusing the APC-led administration of using such…
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Atiku: ‘Take it easy, no insults’ – ADC knocks presidency
The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has taken a swipe at the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare. This is following Dare’s criticism of the ADC presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, over his promise to restore the petrol subsidy if elected president in 2027. In a statement posted on X by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said it was not all about throwing insults at the opposition but about doing the right thing for Nigerians. Atiku had pledged to reinstate the fuel subsidyregime if elected president of Nigeria in 2027. Reacting, Dare accused Atiku of…
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Mary Habila died of cardiac arrest after living with hole in her heart – Family confirms
The family of the late Mary Habila, popularly known as Mara, has revealed that the deceased lived with a heart condition caused by a hole in her heart before her death in June 2026. Mary was buried in her hometown of Nok, Jaba Local Government Area of Kaduna State, on Friday, August 21, 2026, following months of controversy surrounding the circumstances of her death. Her family released a brief biography highlighting the life of the young woman, including her childhood, education, career and the health challenges she lived with before her death. According to the brief biography, Mary Habila’s condition…
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“Aunty Funke shame on you” – Reactions trail Funke Akindele’s birthday photos amid Ogogo’s burial
Reactions have begun to trail Nollywood actress Funke Akindele’s birthday post after she shared new photos to mark her birthday on Monday, August 24, the same day veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, was laid to rest. Ogogo died on Sunday, August 23, at the age of 66, with his death triggering an outpouring of grief across the Nigerian entertainment industry. His burial followed on Monday, as colleagues, friends, family members and fans gathered to pay their final respects. However, Akindele’s birthday post attracted criticism from some social media users, who questioned the timing of the post amid…
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Fire razes 300 shops in Oyo market
There was pandemonium on Monday morning when fire razed 300 shops at Oranya Market in Ibadan North-East Local Government Area of Oyo State. Traders affected by the incident include gold sellers, furniture dealers, second-hand clothes sellers and others. The Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Fire Reforms and State Chairman of Fire Services, Morof Akinwande, confirmed the incident. “Yes, it occurred. What is known is that some shops were destroyed and the fire incident started in the middle of the market with an explosion. “Whether it’s a gas explosion or other things. And when you have a gas explosion, it would…
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Actor, Ijebu makes public apology after Ogogo’s death
Nollywood actor, Amokade Olatayo, professionally known as Ijebu, has begged the general public for forgiveness. Ijebu made the apology following the death of actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, on Sunday. Reflecting on life in an Instagram video on Monday morning, Ijebu, who revealed that his heart was heavy, noted that life is vanity. While soliciting forgiveness from everyone he might have offended, especially within the movie industry, he said, “Good morning, everyone. My heart is so heavy this morning. I have been awake since 6 a.m. My heart is so heavy. “I would like to come out straight…
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‘I have never felt pain like this’ – Magixx mourns his mother
Nigerian singer, Alexander Adelabu, popularly known as Magixx, has announced the death of his mother, Esther, describing her passing as one of the most painful experiences of his life. The 26-year-old Mavin Records artiste shared the news in a tribute on social media, where he said he was struggling to accept the reality of losing his mother. Magixx recalled how Esther supported her family and helped others, describing her as a strong woman who continued to show love and kindness even while dealing with illness. “I have never felt pain like this. Never been this lost. Still processing that this…
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Ayra Starr changed my life – Mavins boss Don Jazzy
Mavin Records founder Michael Ajereh, popularly known as Don Jazzy, has opened up about the profound impact singer Ayra Starr has had on his life and career. Don Jazzy made the remarks in a post on X while reflecting on the journey of the Grammy-nominated singer, whom he discovered through an Instagram freestyle before signing her to Mavin Records. “She has most definitely changed my own life too. I bless the day i was shown her instagram freestyle o. And she has been nothing but a dream Starrgirl.” The music executive’s comment highlights the role Ayra Starr has played not…
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