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Thousands of PDP and ADC leaders defect to the APC in Ogun East as Governor Dapo Abiodun highlights his administration’s achievements ahead of the 2027 elections. Day Thousands of PDP, ADC Bigwigs Joined Abiodun’s Carnival in Ogun
Fanwo said Ododo had directed Kogi Commissioner for Health to commence an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the deaths, with specific focus on the possibility of food poisoning or contamination. Kogi Probes Death of Four Family Members, Dog Allegedly After Amala Meal
The Senator in a short statement said he accepted the responsibility to lead the campaign for President Tinubu's re-election with all seriousness. “We’ll Deliver Victory,” Yari Reacts to Emergence as DG APC Campaign Council
Babafemi Ojudu examines the changing culture of respect in Nigeria and the tension between modern informality and traditional values. Hello, Tony!
The article challenges the “school na scam” narrative and urges Nigerians to recognise education as a foundation for personal and national development. Education is Nigeria’s Most Worthy Investment, Not a Scam
Governor Dapo Abiodun welcomes PDP and ADC defectors into the APC and mobilises Ogun East for the 2027 elections. Abiodun Receives Opposition Defectors, Says APC’s Projects Give It Edge in 2027
APC constitutes its 2027 Presidential Campaign Council with President Tinubu as chairman and Senator Abdulaziz Yari as director-general. APC Unveils 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, Names Yari DG, Uzodimma Secretary
ICPC uncovers another fake agency operating from the SGF office as President Tinubu orders the promoter’s arrest and suspends three permanent secretaries. Like Adeyemi, Like Nwabueze: ICPC Uncovers Another Ghost Agency in SGF Office
The article examines the debate over first-name culture in Nigerian corporate workplaces and explores the balance between modernity, hierarchy and respect. Call Me Tony: A Parable of Corporate Nigeria
Meta Description: Nigeria commends ASEAN countries for respecting diplomatic protocols and seeks stronger bilateral, trade and investment ties with the Philippines. FG commends ASEAN countries on diplomatic channels, warns against beating protocols
Oshiomhole says the Obaseki administration spent ₦3.8 billion in taxpayers’ money on MOWAA as a committee recommends returning the museum to the Oba of Benin. Oshiomhole Panel Recommends Return of MOWAA to Oba of Benin
The article challenges claims of Gboyega Oyetola’s political heroism and questions his leadership of the APC amid repeated electoral defeats in Osun. OSUN 2026: A Paragraph-by-Paragraph Response to Remi Omowaiye Hero Worship Piece on Mr. Gboyega Oyetola
The article examines Atiku Abubakar’s subsidy pledge and challenges him to present a credible economic plan ahead of the 2027 election Subsidy Politics: Why Nigerians should demand more than promises from Atiku
Sierra Leone’s new Finance Minister, Karefa Ansuman Francis Kargbo, faces key tasks including maintaining economic stability, boosting revenue mobilisation and sustaining industrialisation. Sierra Leone: Tasks Ahead for New Finance Minister, as Parliament Approves Nomination
FCMB-backed agritech startups target expansion into East Africa as the bank scales support for innovative agricultural technology solutions. FCMB-backed Agritech Startups Target Expansion into East Africa
President Bola Tinubu and other top Nigerian officials attend the Abuja launch of two memoirs by Head of Service Didi Walson-Jack. Tinubu, Governors, Top Officials Set for Didi Walson-Jack’s Book Launch
The Osun election highlights electoral violence and political excesses as Goodluck Jonathan calls for stronger democratic institutions ahead of 2027. Osun 2026: Jonathan’s Call for Peaceful Elections Resonates Ahead of 2027
Governor Dikko Radda commends Katsina youths for endorsing President Bola Tinubu and highlights the impact of grassroots empowerment. Katsina Youths Back Tinubu, Radda Says Endorsement Reflects Confidence in Renewed Hope
The article challenges Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to restore petrol subsidy and argues that Nigeria’s current petroleum market cannot sustain the old regime. Fuel Subsidy: Atiku’s Promise Raises Questions Over Nigeria’s Economic Future – Presidency
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda urges Oyo party leaders, aspirants and members to unite and work for victory in the 2027 elections. Yilwatda Tasks Oyo APC Members to Unite, Reclaim State In 2027
Uzor Maxim Uzoatu humorously explores Nigeria’s unique football style as players challenge conventional rules and turn the game into an entertaining spectacle Nigerian Style of Football
Olusegun Adeniyi revisits his 1996 encounter with Colonel Frank Omenka and reflects on the dangers of political repression, abuse of security institutions and threats to democracy. Beyond Frank Omenka’s moonlight tales
The Federal Government proposes to decriminalise attempted suicide but faces criticism over its failure to fully implement the existing National Mental Health Act. Mental Health Act: Government Should Implement Existing Law Before Celebrating New Amendment
Baffa Babba Dan Agundi gifts over N7 million to former Kano Pillars players and three coaches to support their welfare and professional development. Dan’Agundi gifts over N7m to ex-players of Kano Pillars, three coaches
Sanwo-Olu gives N20 million each to LASU’s best graduating students and charges the 20,604 graduands to become good ambassadors. LASU Convocation: Sanwo-Olu Gives N20m Each to Two Best Graduating Students
Austin Emaduku’s Colours of My Mind explores Nigeria’s socio-political realities, cultural identity, governance, human rights, and the complexities of the Niger Delta. Unveiling Austin Emaduku’s Colours of My Mind: A landscape of throbbing narrations
President Tinubu directs security chiefs to develop a national threat assessment and five-year strategic defence operations plan within 90 days. Tinubu Sets 90-Day Deadline for National Threat Assessment, Defence Operations Plan
FCMB expands its agritech strategy with AI-powered advisory services in Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo to support smallholder farmers. FCMB Expands Agritech Support with AI Tools for Nigerian Farmers
Musa Illiyasu Kwankwaso praises President Bola Tinubu for demonstrating democratic values by allowing a free and fair Osun governorship election. Osun election: Tinubu has demonstrated democracy, says Kwankwaso
The appointment of Enitan, who is currently the most senior Permanent Secretary in the Federal Civil Service will be effective August 27, 2026. Tinubu Appoints Abel Enitan to Succeed Walson-Jack as Head of Service
