The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has named Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde its candidate for the 2027 presidential election. The endorsement came today at a special gathering of the party’s 36 state chairmen and delegates. APM National Chairman Dr. Yusuf Dantalle presented Makinde with the party’s presidential flag, confirming his candidacy. In his acceptance, Makinde promised...
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Oyo Teachers Protest Prolonged Abduction Of Colleagues, Students
Teachers in Oyo State Southwest Nigeria on Friday staged a protest in Ibadan over the continued abduction of teachers and students from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area, 15 days after they were kidnapped. The protesters, drawn from different schools and education groups, marched through parts of the Ibadan metropolis demanding the unconditional release...
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Otti Commissions Specialist Hospital Project, Roads Across Abia State
Abia State Governor Alex Otti on Thursday commissioned the construction of a 100-bed Specialist Hospital and Diagnostic Centre in Umunnato, Bende Local Government Area, as part of efforts to expand access to quality healthcare in the state. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Otti said the facility would include theatres, accident and emergency units, outpatient departments,...
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Tinubu Pledges Security, Economic Recovery In Third Anniversary Address
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Friday pledged to restore security, deepen economic recovery and ensure that the benefits of his administration’s reforms are felt by citizens across the country, as he marked the third anniversary of his presidency. In a nationwide broadcast, Tinubu said his government remained committed to tackling insecurity and rebuilding confidence in...
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Supreme Court Voids Appeal Court Transfer Order Against NIMASA
Nigeria’s Supreme Court has set aside a judgment of the Court of Appeal that transferred a suit involving the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) from the Lagos State High Court to the Federal High Court, ruling that the proper order should have been to strike out the case for lack of jurisdiction. In...
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Badagry Eid Celebration “Ayeye Ileya” Highlights Peace And Religious Unity
Muslims in Badagry, Lagos State, Southwest Nigeria gathered on Thursday for the 23rd edition of the Ayeye Ileya celebration, an annual Eid-el-Kabir event which brings Islamic households, families and visitors together in a display of unity, culture and faith. Saoti Arewa performing at the 2026 Ayeye Ileya The celebration, held in front of the Badagry...
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FG Urged To Support State Assemblies On Implementation Of State Police
The Allied People’s Movement Presidential Candidate and Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde has called the Bola Tinubu led administration to direct the state houses of assembly to make a law that will help to create state police for improved security against terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other insecurity tendencies. Makinde added that the South Western...
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PDP Faction Set To Ratify Jonathan Presidential Bid
A faction of Nigeria’s main opposition Peoples Democratic Party said it would ratify former President Goodluck Jonathan as its presidential candidate at a meeting scheduled for Saturday. The group, operating under the banner of the PDP National Reformation Group, said Jonathan’s endorsement was aimed at rebuilding the party ahead of the 2027 general election. The...
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Atiku Meets Amaechi, Discusses Economy, Security
African Democratic Congress 2027 Presidential Candidate Atiku Abubakar said on Thursday that his meeting with former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi focused on Nigeria’s worsening economic hardship, insecurity and efforts to find solutions to the country’s challenges. Atiku disclosed details of the meeting in a post on social media after visiting Amaechi at his residence...
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Peter Obi Mourns Ex-UN Peacekeeper Obiakor’s Death
Labour Party 2023 Presidential Candidate Peter Obi on Thursday expressed grief over the death of retired Lieutenant General Chikadibia Isaac Obiakor, describing him as a distinguished soldier and one of Nigeria’s finest international peacekeepers. Obi said Obiakor served Nigeria with courage and integrity, representing the country both within the armed forces and at the United...