# ahmed (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover ahmed. Page: Feed: --- ## [Geregu Power Rejoins National Grid, Targets Full Recovery to Boost Electricity Supply](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/23/geregu-power-rejoins-national-grid-targets-full-recovery-to-boost-electricity-supply/) _2026-08-23 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Correspondent in Lokoja. (C) Google. Geregu Power Plc has reconnected to Nigeria’s national electricity grid after months of shutdown, in a development expected to strengthen power generation and raise hopes of improved electricity supply in Lokoja, Kogi State and other parts of the country. Our correspondent reports that the plant was successfully synchronised with \[...\] The post Geregu Power… ## [Atiku Urges FBI to Release Tinubu Records](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/atiku-urges-fbi-to-release-tinubu-records/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has called on the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation to release records relating to President Bola Tinubu, arguing that concerns over possible threats to lives should not be used to keep information that can legally be made public from Nigerians. Atiku made the demand in \[…\] The post Atiku Urges FBI to Release… ## [Tinubu’s SA, Sunday Dare confirms Coming Presence At Owerri For NNL AGM](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/tinubus-sa-sunday-dare-confirms-coming-presence-at-owerri-for-nnl-agm/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; AYO OJEDOKUN, Lagos The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Nigeria National League (NNL) got a big boost with the expected presence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications Sunday Dare. Dare, a former Minister of Sports, who has continued to lend his weight behind the sector, confirmed that \[…\] The post Tinubu’s SA, Sunday Dare confirms Coming… ## [When Parents Make Children Carry Adult Burdens](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/when-parents-make-children-carry-adult-burdens/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ \*Childhood under pressure as poverty, family responsibilities push Nigerian children into adult roles By; FUNMI ADERINTO A child should be carrying a schoolbag, not the weight of a family’s economic problems. Yet, in many Nigerian homes, children are increasingly being pushed into responsibilities meant for adults. Some wake up before dawn to hawk goods, wash \[…\] The post When Parents Make… ## [Why I’m Not Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign DG — Wike](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/why-im-not-tinubus-2027-campaign-dg-wike/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has explained why he will not serve as Director-General of President Bola Tinubu’s campaign council for the 2027 presidential election. Wike said his decision was influenced by two major factors: he is not a member of the All Progressives Congress and he does not want to repeat \[…\] The post Why I’m Not Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign DG — Wike… ## [Wike Tasks Tinubu Supporters With Securing Victory Across Wards, LGAs, States](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/wike-tasks-tinubu-supporters-with-securing-victory-across-wards-lgas-states/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has urged political allies supporting President Bola Tinubu to begin preparations for the 2027 general elections by ensuring victory for the President at the ward, local government and state levels. Wike said political supporters should concentrate on producing results in their respective areas instead of seeking \[…\] The post Wike Tasks… ## [Ghastly Motor Accident Claims Lives Of 4 Prominent Zaria Islamic Scholars, 4 Others](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/ghastly-motor-accident-claims-lives-of-4-prominent-zaria-islamic-scholars-4-others/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; SANI ALIYU, Zaria The Chief Imam of Zazzau Emirate, Dalhatu Kasimu led the funeral prayers of eight people at the emir’s Palace shortly after the Juma’at prayer among the dead ones were four prominent Zaria islamic scholars. The Islamic scholars are, late Khalifa Malam Ghali na Malam Yahuza with his three children who lost \[…\] The post Ghastly Motor Accident Claims Lives Of 4 Prominent Zaria… ## [Nigeria’s Female Volleyball Team Ends 16-Year Wait, Qualifies for LA 2028 Olympics](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/22/nigerias-female-volleyball-team-ends-16-year-wait-qualifies-for-la-2028-olympics/) _2026-08-22 · Admin · The Reporters_ ABUJA. Nigeria’s senior female volleyball team has delivered a major boost to the country’s Olympic hopes after ending a 16-year absence from the global showpiece with qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Tony Nezianya Public Relations Officer Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC),made the disclosure in Abuja in a statement he signed and made available \[...\] The post Nigeria’s Female… ## [SMEF Clarifies National Uniformity Coverage Clearance, Says Scheme Protects Compliant Road Users](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/22/smef-clarifies-national-uniformity-coverage-clearance-says-scheme-protects-compliant-road-users/) _2026-08-22 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Dada Ahmed. The Sanity Multi-Efforts Forum (SMEF) has clarified the purpose and validity of its National Uniformity Coverage Clearance, describing the initiative as an advocacy and verification mechanism designed to promote compliance, protect lawful road users and curb multiple taxation, harassment and illegal levies across Nigeria. The Forum’s clarification became imperative following growing… ## [Los Angeles 2028: Nigeria Qualify For Olympic In Beach Volleyball](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/los-angeles-2028-nigeria-qualify-for-olympic-in-beach-volleyball/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ Nigeria have qualified for the beach volleyball event at the Olympic Games for the first time in history. Nigeria defeated Morocco 2-0 (21-17, 21-10) in the women’s final of the 2026 African Beach Volleyball Nations Championship in Alexandria, Egypt, on Saturday, August 22. Speaking after the victory, President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer \[…\] The post Los Angeles 2028:… ## [Licensed Dispensaries, Pay with Crypto (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/apBb7eX5nLOR) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Search verified licensed dispensaries and pay with Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins. ## [Police Urge Kogi Youths to Shun Political, Digital Thuggery, Embrace Peaceful Citizenship](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/22/police-urge-kogi-youths-to-shun-political-digital-thuggery-embrace-peaceful-citizenship/) _2026-08-22 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Dada Ahmed in Lokoja. CP.Naziru Bello Kankarofi. Commissioner of Police, Kogi State. Command. The Police Command in Kogi State, north central Nigeria,has warned youths in the state against allowing themselves to be used for political violence, online abuse, misinformation and other forms of criminality, saying their future is more valuable than any political ambition. \[...\] The post Police Urge… ## [Fake Agency Used ‘Federal Character’ Structure to Create Nationwide Appointments](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/fake-agency-used-federal-character-structure-to-create-nationwide-appointments/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The National Brands Development and Made-in-Nigeria Special Project Office, recently uncovered by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC, reportedly created a nationwide appointment structure designed to give the impression of a legitimate federal institution. The organisation, which allegedly operated from office space within the premises of the Office of… ## [AIG Akpanudom Stresses Professionalism, Ethical Standards, Collaboration At LSST Training](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/aig-akpanudom-stresses-professionalism-ethical-standards-collaboration-at-lsst-training/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; RAYMOND TEDUNJAYE, Lagos The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, AIG Simeon Udofia Akpanudom psc fdc mspsp MNIM FCAI, has called for enhanced professional capacity, strict adherence to ethical standards and stronger inter-agency collaboration to effectively address emerging security challenges. The AIG… ## [Uba Sani Moves To Asphalt Makera Road As Rigasa Township Road Project Advances](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/uba-sani-moves-to-asphalt-makera-road-as-rigasa-township-road-project-advances/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; FUNMI ADERINTO, Kaduna The Kaduna State Government has recorded another major milestone in the ongoing Rigasa Township Roads project, with the commencement of laying asphaltic concrete on Makera Road, as Governor Uba Sani intensifies efforts to improve urban infrastructure and stimulate economic activities across the state. The development signals steady progress in the administration’s \[…\]… ## [US Court Blocks Trump Visa Ban Affecting Nigerians, 74 Other Countries](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/us-court-blocks-trump-visa-ban-affecting-nigerians-74-other-countries/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ A United States federal court in Manhattan has struck down a Trump administration policy that suspended the processing and issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries, including Nigeria. US District Judge Jeannette Vargas ruled on Friday that the policy exceeded the legal authority of Secretary of State Marco Rubio and conflicted with federal \[…\] The post US Court Blocks Trump Visa… ## [FUL VC Charges Postgraduates To Pursue Research With Vigour.](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/ful-vc-charges-postgraduates-to-pursue-research-with-vigour/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; ADAMA JOHN, Lokoja The Vice Chancellor, Federal University Lokoja (FUL), Professor Gbenga Ibileye has charged newly admitted postgraduate students to pursue research capable of addressing real problems in Nigeria and producing solutions that can benefit society. Ibileye gave the charge at the matriculation ceremony for postgraduate students admitted for the 2025/2026 academic session at \[…\]… ## [Dangote-Backed Filling Stations, Others Raise Petrol Price](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/dangote-backed-filling-stations-others-raise-petrol-price/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ Dangote Refinery-backed MRS filling stations and several other fuel retailers in Abuja have increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, commonly known as petrol. A market survey on Saturday showed that MRS stations along the Kubwa and Lugbe expressways and other parts of the Federal Capital Territory had raised their petrol price from N1,210 \[…\] The post Dangote-Backed Filling Stations,… ## [2027 Elections: CP Azare Sets Tone For Akwa Ibom Youth](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/2027-elections-cp-azare-sets-tone-for-akwa-ibom-youth/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ \*Launches “One To Tell Ten” Youth Engagement Programme By; PATRICK TITUS, Uyo Ahead of the preparations for 2027 general elections, Akwa Ibom State Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Baba Azare has advised youth in the state to position themselves and take up responsibilities that will make them responsible as future leaders. CP Azare said that \[…\] The post 2027 Elections: CP Azare Sets Tone For… ## [Ndume Bags UMTH Award Of Excellence In Healthcare Delivery](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/ndume-bags-umth-award-of-excellence-in-healthcare-delivery/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (Borno South) has received an Award of Excellence in Healthcare Servive Delivery by the Management of the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) for his role in facilitating the extension of the Kidney Centre, High Dependency Unit and Special Care Baby Unit at the institution. Presenting the \[…\] The post Ndume Bags UMTH Award Of… ## [Arewa Group Calls For Unity, Integrity To Advance National Development](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/arewa-group-calls-for-unity-integrity-to-advance-national-development/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; ABUBAKAR RABILU, Gombe The United Voice of Arewa has called for greater unity, peace and collective responsibility among Nigerians as a means of promoting national development and progress. The organisation made the call during a courtesy visit to a retired Chief Judge of Gombe State, Justice Mu’azu AbdulKadir Pindiga, at his residence in Manawaci, \[…\] The post Arewa Group Calls For Unity,… ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gQ2t56zubTFM) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [NUJ Orders Stay of Action on Plateau Correspondents’ Chapel Election Dispute](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/22/nuj-orders-stay-of-action-on-plateau-correspondents-chapel-election-dispute/) _2026-08-22 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Correspondent. (C) Google. The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) National Secretariat has directed an immediate stay of action on the dispute surrounding the recent election of new executives of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Plateau State Council. The National President of the Union, Comrade Alhassan Yahaya, who gave the directive said the decision was \[...\] The post NUJ Orders Stay of… ## [Borno: Zulum Invests N15.29bn in Scholarships, Approves Fresh Support For Overseas Students](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/borno-zulum-invests-n15-29bn-in-scholarships-approves-fresh-support-for-overseas-students/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ \*Announces 100% upward review of local scholarship By; SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has disclosed that his administration has invested N15.29 billion in scholarship programmes for indigenes of the state since 2023, with more than N8.61 billion dedicated to overseas studies. Governor Zulum made the disclosure last Wednesday at the \[…\] The post… ## [Katsina Gov Appoints Banye Acting HoS](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/katsina-gov-appoints-banye-acting-hos/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; SULAIMAN AHMED MISAU, Katsina Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina State has approved the appointment of Alhaji Mas’udu Mustapha Banye as the Acting Head of the Civil Service (HoS) of the state. Governor Dikko Radda said in a statement from the office of the Secretary to the State Government (SGS), that, the appointment was \[…\] The post Katsina Gov Appoints Banye Acting HoS appeared first on… ## [Attack On NDA Commandant: How Ruth Ogunleye’s Social Media Claims Are Colliding With The Facts](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/attack-on-nda-commandant-how-ruth-ogunleyes-social-media-claims-are-colliding-with-the-facts/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; ZAGAZOLA MAKAMA There is a point at which a grievance stops being a grievance and becomes a campaign of accusation, intimidation and reputational destruction. The controversy surrounding ex-Private Ruth Ogunleye has now reached that point. The Nigerian Army and its senior leadership last week came under renewed attack on social media following a series \[…\] The post Attack On NDA Commandant:… ## [From the Waters of Bonny to the Heights of Naval Leadership: Remembering Rear Admiral Hamzat Muhammadu Sanni](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/22/from-the-waters-of-bonny-to-the-heights-of-naval-leadership-remembering-rear-admiral-hamzat-muhammadu-sanni/) _2026-08-22 · Admin · The Reporters_ Tribute By Abdulkarim Abdulmalik. Nigeria has lost one of its illustrious military officers, a naval strategist, diplomat and patriot, Rear Admiral Hamzat Muhammadu Sanni (rtd), who passed away on July 27, 2026 at the age of 82. Born August 8, 1943 at Ikuehi, Ihima in present-day Kogi State, Rear Admiral Sanni belonged to a generation \[...\] The post From the Waters of Bonny to the Heights of Naval… ## [Gunmen Invade Mosques, Abduct Worshippers in Niger](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/gunmen-invade-mosques-abduct-worshippers-in-niger/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ Gunmen have reportedly attacked several communities in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, abducting an unspecified number of worshippers shortly after Friday prayers. The attacks were reported in Dekara, Gidan Zana, Sabon Gida and Masaka communities, raising fresh concerns about the security situation in the area. The federal lawmaker representing Borgu, Jafar Muhammad Shetiman \[…\] The… ## [FG, Borno Step Up Efforts to Rescue 44 Pupils Held for 100 Days](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/fg-borno-step-up-efforts-to-rescue-44-pupils-held-for-100-days/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The Federal Government and the Borno State Government have intensified efforts to secure the release of 44 primary school pupils abducted from Mussa community in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of the state. The pupils have been in captivity for about 100 days following their abduction from Mussa Central Primary School on May 15. Borno State \[…\] The post FG, Borno Step Up Efforts to Rescue 44… ## [Osun Election: How APC, Accord Allegedly Spent Over N100bn](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/osun-election-how-apc-accord-allegedly-spent-over-n100bn/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The August 15 governorship election in Osun State was reportedly marked by massive spending, with the All Progressives Congress and the Accord Party allegedly deploying more than N100 billion on activities connected to the poll. The funds were reportedly used for campaign operations, mobilisation, payments to party agents and canvassers, security personnel, electoral officials and \[…\] The post… ## [Another Fake Agency: Tinubu Suspends Three Perm Secs, Orders Arrest](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/22/another-fake-agency-tinubu-suspends-three-perm-secs-orders-arrest/) _2026-08-22 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate suspension of three permanent secretaries and directed the arrest of a man linked to the discovery of another allegedly fake government agency operating within the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The affected permanent secretaries are M.S. Danjuma, Nadungu Gagare and Richard P. \[…\] The post Another Fake Agency:… ## [Wage Award: CPS Retiree Seeks Divine Intervention as PFAs Delay, Pay Piecemeal](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/22/wage-award-cps-retiree-seeks-divine-intervention-as-pfas-delay-pay-piecemeal/) _2026-08-22 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Dada Ahmed in Lokoja. (C) Google. A retiree under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), Malam Abubakar Ahmad, has appealed for divine intervention over the alleged delay and piecemeal payment of the N32,000 wage award by Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) to him and many of his colleagues. Ahmad made the appeal in a statement posted \[...\] The post Wage Award: CPS Retiree Seeks Divine… ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/SkR9YemDbaYj) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [PFIPC: Tinubu Suspends 3 Perm Secs, Orders Arrest of Suspected Fake Agency Promoter](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/22/tinubu-suspends-3-perm-secs-orders-arrest-of-suspected-fake-agency-promoter/) _2026-08-22 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Correspondent in Abuja. (C) Google. The President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate suspension of three Federal Permanent Secretaries and the arrest of a man allegedly behind a fake government agency operating within the premises of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). The suspected fake \[...\] The post PFIPC: Tinubu Suspends 3 Perm Secs,… ## [When Official Directives Become Mightier Than The Law](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/when-official-directives-become-mightier-than-the-law/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ \*A reflection on legality, institutional responsibility and the temporary nature of political power in Nigeria By; IBRAHIM A. WELYE A constitutional system begins to weaken when public institutions treat instruction as sufficient proof of authority. The decline may not announce itself through an open rejection of the Constitution. It often appears in routine correspondence, internal \[…\] The post… ## [Sustainable Internal Security Requires Cooperation Of All Stakeholders – Defense Minister](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/sustainable-internal-security-requires-cooperation-of-all-stakeholders-defense-minister/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; AMOS TAUNA, Kaduna The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa has said that sustainable internal security requires the cooperation of state governments, traditional institutions, religious leaders, local communities, youth organizations, women, civil society, the media and, most importantly, citizens themselves. He explained that intelligence is strongest when communities trust… ## [Kaduna Govt Dismisses Imminent Collapse Claim Over Kangimi Dam](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/kaduna-govt-dismisses-imminent-collapse-claim-over-kangimi-dam/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; AMOS EBUTE MATHEW, Kaduna The Kaduna State Government has dismissed reports alleging an “imminent collapse” of Kangimi Dam in Igabi Local Government Area of the state, describing the claim as misleading and not reflective of the dam’s current condition. The government, in a clarification issued by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Works and \[…\] The post Kaduna Govt Dismisses Imminent… ## [REVAMP Tasks Grandparents, Stakeholders On Solving Out Of School Children Menace In Oyo state](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/revamp-tasks-grandparents-stakeholders-on-solving-out-of-school-children-menace-in-oyo-state/) _2026-08-22 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; BAYO AKAMO, Ibadan. The Centre for Restoration and Empowerment of Vulnerable and Marginalised People (REVAMP) has solicited the support of grandparents in checking the rising out-of-school children in Oyo State. REVAMP Programme Coordinator, Dr. Ayomide Adebayo made the call at a two-day community-based event themed “Grandparents as Education Partners: Co-creating Practical Solutions for… ## [Native Elegance: A Dress That Celebrates South-South Nigeria’s Rich Cultural Heritage](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/21/native-elegance-a-dress-that-celebrates-south-south-nigerias-rich-cultural-heritage-2/) _2026-08-21 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Dada Ahmed. Photo (c) mr.achibong Asuquo. The dress is a distinctive form of native wear prominently associated with Rivers State and other states across Nigeria’s South-South region. Beyond its beauty and elegance, the attire reflects the rich cultural identity, traditions and artistic heritage of the people of the Niger Delta, where clothing has long \[...\] The post Native Elegance: A Dress… ## [TETFund Town Hall: Kogi Poly Rector Seeks Stronger North Central Partnership for Tertiary Education](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/21/tetfund-town-hall-kogi-poly-rector-seeks-stronger-north-central-partnership-for-tertiary-education-2/) _2026-08-21 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Dada Ahmed. (C) Google. Prof. Sanusi Avidime. The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Professor Salihu Sanusi Avidime, has called for stronger collaboration among tertiary institutions and other education stakeholders in the North Central region to accelerate infrastructural development, academic excellence and institutional growth. Avidime made the call on Thursday, August 20, 2026,… ## [2027: Why We Can’t Conduct Voter Revalidation Now – INEC](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/2027-why-we-cant-conduct-voter-revalidation-now-inec/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The Independent National Electoral Commission has ruled out conducting a voter revalidation exercise before the 2027 general elections, saying there is not enough time to complete the process. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, disclosed this on Friday in Abuja when he received the Country Representative of Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, Moritz Sprenker, who paid a \[…\] The post 2027: Why We… ## [2027: Wike Predicts Bigger ‘Rainbow Coalition’ for Tinubu, Speaks on Adeleke’s Visit](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/2027-wike-predicts-bigger-rainbow-coalition-for-tinubu-speaks-on-adelekes-visit/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said more politicians from across different parties will soon join what he described as a growing “rainbow coalition” backing President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Wike spoke in Abuja while responding to questions from journalists during an inspection of ongoing projects in \[…\] The post 2027: Wike Predicts… ## [Alleged Drug Trafficking: FBI Explains Why Tinubu’s Record Can’t Be Released](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/alleged-drug-trafficking-fbi-explains-why-tinubus-record-cant-be-released/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The Federal Bureau of Investigation has asked a United States court for permission to withhold parts of records linked to an old investigation involving President Bola Tinubu, citing concerns over law-enforcement methods and the safety of individuals. The request was made in a motion filed on August 20 at the US District Court for the \[…\] The post Alleged Drug Trafficking: FBI Explains Why… ## [$16BN POWER QUESTION RESURFACES: 36 PEG CALLS FOR FEDERAL-STATE ACCOUNTABILITY, COMMENDS TINUBU POWER REFORMS](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/21/16bn-power-question-resurfaces-36-peg-calls-for-federal-state-accountability-commends-tinubu-power-reforms/) _2026-08-21 · Admin · The Reporters_ Lokoja. The 36 Political Elevation Group, 36 PEG, under the leadership of Prince Dan Olaitan Dada, Convener and President, has taken note of the renewed public discourse on the power sector, particularly references to the $16 billion reportedly expended on electricity in previous administrations. According to 36 PEG, the question “So what happened to the \[...\] The post $16BN POWER QUESTION… ## [Afrocentric Cultural Expo 2026: NICOCUSA & Glo Trade Company Forge Partnership To Drive Innovations](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/21/afrocentric-cultural-expo-2026-nicocusa-glo-trade-company-forge-partnership-to-drive-innovations/) _2026-08-21 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Barth Ikiebe. The Nigerian Chamber of Commerce, USA, (NICOCUSA) and GloTrade Limited have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to strengthen African manufacturing, trade, innovation, investment, and global market access. Mr. Gregory Uche Ihenacho, Founder & CEO of NICOCUSA, and Dr John Pakka, the Founder & CEO of GloTrade Limited, signed the agreement on Thursday \[...\] The post… ## [Two Kogi Institutions Forge Partnership to Boost Education, Capacity, Student Welfare](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/21/two-kogi-institutions-forge-partnership-to-boost-education-capacity-student-welfare/) _2026-08-21 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Dada Ahmed. Photo: L-R: Dr. Onumoh Ahmed Yahaya & Professor Salihu Sanusi Avidime during the visit. The Nigeria-Korea Friendship Institute (NKFI), Lokoja, has sought the support of the Kogi State Polytechnic in addressing some of its pressing infrastructural and student welfare needs, particularly accommodation and lecture facilities. This is contained in a statement signed \[...\] The post Two… ## [NDC Flags Off 2027 Campaign, Warns Against Violence](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/ndc-flags-off-2027-campaign-warns-against-violence/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ The Nigeria Democratic Congress has formally commenced preparations for its 2027 general election campaign, directing its presidential and other candidates to begin consultations and engagements with voters across the country. The party also warned its candidates and supporters against violence, abusive language and inflammatory statements, insisting that its campaign activities must focus on… ## [Canada Updates Visa Processing Times for Nigerians](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/canada-updates-visa-processing-times-for-nigerians/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ Nigerians planning to travel to Canada for tourism, education, employment, or family visits may now have to wait longer for their applications to be processed following a fresh update by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. The latest processing-time figures released by the Canadian immigration authorities on August 19, 2026, show increases across several temporary resident \[…\] The post… ## [Nigerian Senator Dumps APC, Set to Join PDP](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/nigerian-senator-dumps-apc-set-to-join-pdp/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ Senator Saliu Mustapha, who represents Kwara Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress amid growing internal disagreements within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Mustapha, who chairs the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development, announced his resignation after weeks of consultations with his supporters,… ## [CPS Retirees Finger PFAs as N32,000 Wage Award Payments Drag,Seek Investigation](https://thereporters.com.ng/2026/08/21/cps-retirees-finger-pfas-as-n32000-wage-award-payments-dragurge-investigation/) _2026-08-21 · Admin · The Reporters_ By Dada Ahmed in Lokoja. (C) Google. Aggrieved retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) have renewed their criticism of Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) over what they described as delays and piecemeal payment of the N32,000 wage award and other retirement benefits, saying the development is worsening the hardship they face. The retirees expressed their \[...\] The post CPS Retirees… ## [2027: Omo-Agege Vows To Unseat Dafinone, Oborevwori As APC Hits Back](https://www.newnigeriannewspapers.ng/2027-omo-agege-vows-to-unseat-dafinone-oborevwori-as-apc-hits-back/) _2026-08-21 · admin · New Nigerian Newspaper_ By; KELVIN ONYEKACHUKWU, Asaba Former Deputy President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has formally launched his 2027 senatorial campaign in Delta Central, urging voters to remove incumbent Senator Ede Dafinone and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori from office. Omo-Agege made the declaration on Thursday, during a consultation and mobilisation exercise across Wards 1, 2 and \[…\] The post 2027:… ## [Adeleke Visits Wike in Abuja After Meeting Tinubu](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/adeleke-visits-wike-in-abuja-after-meeting-tinubu/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has visited the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in Abuja as he continues consultations with prominent political figures following his victory in the August 15 governorship election. Adeleke, who secured re-election for a second term, met with Wike on Thursday during his visit to the nation’s capital. \[…\] The post Adeleke Visits Wike in… ## [Christian Killings: Why US Won’t Remove Nigeria from CPC List — Congressman Moore](https://wazobiareportersng.com.ng/2026/08/21/christian-killings-why-us-wont-remove-nigeria-from-cpc-list-congressman-moore/) _2026-08-21 · By WazobiaReporters · Wazobia Reporters Ng_ A member of the United States Congress, Riley Moore, has opposed any move to remove Nigeria from the US list of Countries of Particular Concern over alleged violations of religious freedom, citing continued attacks on Christian communities in parts of the country. Moore said the United States should maintain the designation as long as attacks \[…\] The post Christian Killings: Why US Won’t Remove…