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NANS Challenges Calls for Minister Umahi’s Removal Over Habila Case
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has publicly opposed the Northern Youth Council’s demand for the removal of Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, following the death of Miss Mary Habila. NANS National President, Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, insisted that the public should await the results of an autopsy to “establish the facts surrounding the incident” rather than rushing to judgment. NANS argued that the tragedy should not be used as a tool for “personal interests, political motives or sentiments.” The association noted that Minister Umahi has consistently supported a transparent investigation, having reportedly requested a post-mortem examination himself. Consequently,…
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Amaechi Withdraws ADC Presidential Primary Suit
The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a legal challenge filed by Rotimi Amaechi against former vice president Atiku Abubakar. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik issued the order after Amaechi’s lawyer, Jibrin Okutepa, SAN, formally requested to withdraw the case following an amicable settlement between the parties. Amaechi had originally sought to overturn the results of the May 25 ADC presidential primary, which declared Abubakar the winner. The former governor alleged that the election breached electoral laws and party guidelines, specifically citing concerns over the membership register and the validity of the final results. In his suit, Amaechi argued that…
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2027: I’m still 100% Obidient – Isaac Fayose after meeting Seyi Tinubu, Chief Priest, others
Popular social commentator, Isaac Fayose, says he remains a supporter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, despite his cordial relationship with some supporters of the All Progressives Congress, APC. Fayose made this known in a post on his official Facebook page on Thursday after revealing that he met with Seyi Tinubu, businessman Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, and other celebrities on Wednesday night. According to him, his friendship with supporters of President Tinubu does not affect his political preference, stressing that he remains 100 percent Obidient. He wrote: “Yes, I spent quality time with Seyi Tinubu, Cubana…
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Tinubu testing 2027 rigging with NBA election – Atiku
African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday accused President Bola Tinubu of meddling with the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, election as a test run to rig the 2027 elections. Atiku said Tinubu has brought his ‘state-sponsored toxic politics of coronation’ to bear on the NBA election. In a statement signed by his Media Office, the former vice president said the NBA election has shown that there is nothing Tinubu can’t compromise. The statement read: “We are concerned that President Bola Tinubu has brought his state-sponsored toxic politics of coronation to bear on the election of the Nigerian Bar Association…
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Tinubu defamation trial: Court issues final warning to Sowore
Justice Mohammed Garba Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a final warning to presidential candidate of the African Alliance Congress AAC, Omoyele Sowore, to resume his defence in the defamation charges filed against him by the Department of the State Service, DSS. Sowore is being prosecuted for allegedly defaming President Bola Tinubu. The judge issued the warning on Thursday following the absence of Sowore’s lead counsel, Mr Olumide Fusika, SAN, and Reuben Adakole during the proceedings. During earlier proceedings on July 13, Sowore through Adakole sought a long adjournment but the request was turned down by the judge.…
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Chioma is my life coordinator, she manages my finances – Davido
Famous Nigerian singer, Davido, has tagged his wife, Chioma Adeleke, as his life coordinator. Davido who was seen calling Chioma on the phone that he was stranded, asked her to transfer $4,000 to his personal assistant, Lati. The singer, in the viral video, further revealed that Chioma is the one managing his finances because of his reckless spending. While tagging her his life coordinator, he said to her on the phone call, “Hello, hello baby, good morning my wife, my love. Help me send Lati $4,000. I can’t login, I don’t know why, is the service here. Alright. We’re taking…
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2027: Atiku chose Amaechi to show he has nothing against Ndigbo – Okonkwo
Kenneth Okonkwo, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has defended the selection of Rotimi Amaechi as the party’s vice-presidential candidate. He stated that the choice proves that presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar holds no prejudice against the Igbo people. Addressing earlier concerns about the slot not going to the Southeast, Okonkwo explained that the party is using internal dialogue to unite its members. “The ADC has announced Rotimi Amaechi as the vice presidential candidate of ADC, and in our own nature, the way we do things, whenever such issue arises… we always go internally to negotiate, to dialogue democratically,…
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Mary Habila’s father rejects autopsy, wants daughter’s body for burial
The family of Mary Habila, a 26-year-old nurse who died at Minister David Umahi’s home, has formally requested that police stop their investigation. In an affidavit filed in Ebonyi State, her father, Tanko Habila, stated that the family does not suspect foul play and has refused to permit an autopsy. The father expressed his family’s clear stance regarding the medical examination. “While I welcome steps being taken to unravel the cause of my daughter’s death, my family and I will not accept any autopsy,” the affidavit stated. The family further requested that authorities refrain from touching her remains and allow…
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“Tinubu Retained Shettima Because He Trusts His Loyalty and Competence” — APC Chieftain
The North-West Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Garba Muhammad, has said President Bola Tinubu’s decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 election is a reflection of the confidence he has in his deputy. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Muhammad described Shettima as a loyal and dependable partner whose commitment to national service has earned him the trust of both the President and many Nigerians. “This action by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a demonstration of his trust and confidence in the Vice President,” he said. The APC chieftain praised…
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“I Could Have Chosen Wrong Ways to Make Money, But I Chose Hard Work” — Funke Akindele
Award-winning Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has advised Nigerian youths to abandon the get-rich-quick mentality and focus on acquiring skills, discipline, and hard work. Speaking in a recent interview with BellaNaija, the filmmaker said success requires patience and consistent effort, stressing that she deliberately chose legitimate means of earning a living despite facing challenges early in life. Using her personal journey as an example, Akindele recalled selling bed spaces while studying at the University of Lagos and making sacrifices to support herself financially. According to her, dedication, capacity-building, and continuous self-improvement remain key ingredients for long-term success. “I could…
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NYSC to blacklist companies that fail to provide transportation, accommodation for corps members
The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has called on all Corps Employers, to upgrade the welfare of Corps members posted to serve with them, adding that any employer who does not provide accommodation and transportation for Corpers would be blacklisted from enjoying Corps services. He stated this while interacting with Corps members in Lokoja during working visit to Kogi State. The NYSC Chief Executive assured Corps members that the Federal Government is resolutely committed to their security and welfare, while he also appealed to state and local governments and other stakeholders to increase…
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Panic as beheaded man’s body is discovered inside UNIJOS
Panic gripped the University of Jos (UNIJOS) community on Tuesday after the beheaded body of a middle-aged man was discovered on farmland within the university environment. The deceased, whose identity had yet to be officially confirmed as of the time of filing this report, was found with his head severed and missing, triggering fear among students, staff and residents of the institution. A 300-level student of the university, Pius Atok, who spoke to Vanguard, said the body was discovered on a farm within the university community. “The body was found this morning on a farm around the university community. From…
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