The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, SDP, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s failure to physically attend the event, saying that sending the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, George Akume, to represent him only shows that he is not committed to peace in…

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…political party of their choice. Nigerians react to viral video Several residents and social media users condemned the remarks, describing them as undemocratic and inappropriate for an elected public official. Some questioned why residents should be threatened over their political choices, while others called for autho…

…behalf of the Oyo Central Senatorial candidate, Ambassador Ajadi, Hon Sikiru Sanda appreciated the party leadership for its guidance, assuring that the concerns raised at the meeting would be addressed. Representing the State House of Assembly candidates, Hon Sunkanmi Babalola also pledged to work with other candidates…

…Mr Latin, issued a memorandum directing all state governors and executives to hold a special prayer session at their next meetingThe directive came after the death of veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, known as Ogogo, who passed away on August 23, 2026, after battling stage 4 cancerOgogo's passing marked yet another loss for…

…motorcycle when they encountered the armed men. Three empty cartridge cases of 7.62mm Special ammunition were recovered at the scene. Following the incident, the troops intensified patrols along the highway and other strategic locations in the area to deter criminal elements and prevent further attacks on motorists and…

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Dancer, Poco Lee's team releases official statement addressing r@pe allegations, says "drink spiking" is not part of allegations against him The management and legal team of Nigerian dancer Poco Lee have released an official statement addressing the allegations against him in the United Kingdom, urging the public to av…

…that the list has been withdrawn or subjected to a wholesale review. Sunday Dare, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, made this known on Wednesday, August 26, during an interview on Channels Television's Sunrise Daily. Dare was responding to reports that the APC had withdrawn the…

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Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser on Policy Communication to the President, has again denied ever calling Bola Tinubu an illegitimate President. Bwala had on several occasions denied previous comments he reportedly made against the President when he was in the opposition. In an interview on KAA TRUTHS podcast, Daniel B…

…like that of Nigeria, 40 percent of women are farmers, so we need to do more as politicians to see that women live healthier. “No matter how much grammar we speak in our different states as governors, we need to do more for our women and another thing we need to do is to make sure that they get educated, they make bett…

…David Martins, who accused Neon Adejo of flirting with his estranged wife, Alicia Daniella. David leaked private WhatsApp exchanges to support his claims, including an alleged chat where Neon asked Alicia, "Are you missing me?" Ike labeled Neon as part of a group of "evil men" who use the Bible and God to confuse peopl…

…we're gradually, slowly losing," Fedorov said in a marked departure from Kyiv's official rhetoric. Ukraine still had "every chance" to win but urgently needed a plan to end the war, he added. Ukraine's presidential office said in response to Fedorov's comments that he had been positive about the conduct of the war when…

…for safekeeping and counting while awaiting other relatives. As word spread, viral social media rumours falsely claimed the hoard exceeded Rs 1 crore. However, mosque officials cleared the air on Monday, August 24, following a two-day audit. "The family entrusted us with the money. The counting was conducted strictly i…

…a child. Can't I just have peace and quiet?" - Woman cries out A woman has taken to social media to express her frustration over the responsibilities that come with motherhood, saying she sometimes misses the period when she did not have a child. In a video, she said she misses the freedom she had when it was just her…

…flagged off his 2027 presidential campaign at a press conference streamed live on his social media platformsThe NDC candidate called on Nigerians to ask tough questions and demand that every candidate defend their academic records and credentialsObi also unveiled economic, security, and healthcare plans built around re…

…when he was arrested over allegations of defaming and cyberbullying Ibadan-based musician Taye Currency during an interview on the Agbaletu programme.He was later released but reportedly arrested again in July after allegedly being invited to a reconciliation meeting by the Oyo State Police Command.The singer was said…

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THE countdown to the 2027 elections is gradually approaching. While the official ban on electioneering has been lifted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), candidates for the epic battle have intensified intense horse trading, throwing up crucial issues that ought to sway prospective voters. Central…

…and terrorised the community for nearly an hour.Police confirmed abductions, while officials visited victims, promising a full report after details are verified.

The Pali Development Association, an umbrella body representing the host community of the Kolmani oil field in Bauchi State, has urged the Federal Government to move beyond statements and verification visits and take concrete steps towards the immediate remobilisation of exploration activities at the site. The associat…

…on X, described the alleged threat as a call to violence and an attack on freedom of association and the liberty of persons, adding that no public official has the right to make residence in any part of Nigeria conditional on membership of or support for a political party. Shekwolo, who was elected Kuje Area Council ch…

…and travel. The figures offers a striking contrast to the ongoing debate over the official salaries of Nigerian governors. Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, recently said his monthly salary was N503,000, arguing that some senior civil servants, including permanent secretaries earned N900,000 monthly, more than…

…the U.S. is not expected to initiate new strikes against Iran, according to a U.S. official and a second source with knowledge of the matter. Instead, he's said the focus is on other means of pressure, including the sanctions initiative announced this week. Rubio's message to foreign ministers from several allied count…