# president bola (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 18 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover president bola. Page: Feed: --- ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES SENATOR ASUQUO EKPENYONG ON HIS BIRTHDAY](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-celebrates-senator-asuquo-ekpenyong-on-his-birthday/) _2026-08-25 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, representing the Cross River South Senatorial District, on his birthday on August 25. The President celebrated Senator Ekpenyong as the youngest Senator in the 10th National Assembly and one of the bright young leaders contributing to Nigeria’s democratic development with energy, ideas and a strong sense \[…\] ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES GOVERNOR BABAGANA ZULUM ON HIS BIRTHDAY](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-congratulates-governor-babagana-zulum-on-his-birthday/) _2026-08-25 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Tinubu congratulates Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, Governor of Borno State, on his birthday on August 25. President Tinubu celebrates the academic, visionary, and reformist who has brought stability to Borno and deepened the state’s development. The President applauds Governor Zulum’s people-centred leadership, particularly his investment in projects with far-reaching impact on… ## [EID-EL-MAULUD: TINUBU URGES MUSLIMS TO IMBIBE VIRTUES OF PROPHET MUHAMMAD](https://statehouse.gov.ng/eid-el-maulud-tinubu-urges-muslims-to-imbibe-virtues-of-prophet-muhammad/) _2026-08-25 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Muslims on this year’s Eid-el-Maulud celebration, charging them to imbibe the good teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). In a statement released on Tuesday, the President said that beyond celebrating the birthday of the Holy Prophet, the faithful should use the occasion for introspection, prayer, and learning \[…\] ## [STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR ON THE 70TH BIRTHDAY OF HIS EMINENCE THE SULTAN OF SOKOTO, ALHAJI MUHAMMAD SA’AD ABUBAKAR III](https://statehouse.gov.ng/statement-by-president-bola-ahmed-tinubu-gcfr-on-the-70th-birthday-of-his-eminence-the-sultan-of-sokoto-alhaji-muhammad-saad-abubakar-iii/) _2026-08-24 · The State House, Abuja_ Today, I join millions of Nigerians in celebrating a remarkable milestone for a remarkable person: His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, on his 70th birthday. Your Eminence, on this day I offer my warmest congratulations to you and your teeming \[…\] ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES FORMER STATE HOUSE PERMSEC, ENGR EMODI AT 65](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-congratulates-former-state-house-permsec-engr-emodi-at-65/) _2026-08-24 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sends his warm greetings to Engr. Nebolisa Olisaeloka Emodi, former Permanent Secretary, State House, and Chairman of Ideas and Visions Consultancy Limited, on his 65th birthday, August 25, 2026. President Tinubu describes Emodi as a seasoned bureaucrat whose distinguished career in public service and engineering has been marked by competence, integrity, \[…\] ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS VETERAN ACTOR TAIWO HASSAN (OGOGO)](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-mourns-veteran-actor-taiwo-hassan-ogogo/) _2026-08-24 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Taiwo Hassan, the veteran Nollywood actor, filmmaker, and screenwriter, following his demise. The president described Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, as a distinguished artiste whose career spanned several decades and made remarkable contributions that helped shape the growth of Yoruba-language theatre and… ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU RENEWS THE TENURE OF DG NTA, MD NAN](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-renews-the-tenure-of-dg-nta-md-nan/) _2026-08-23 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed the tenure of the Director-General of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and the Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) for another three-year term. President Tinubu first appointed Abdulhamid Salihu Dembos of the NTA and Ali Mohammed Ali of the NAN on October 20, 2023. Their second \[…\] ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU FELICITATES VICTORIA GOWON AT 80](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-felicitates-victoria-gowon-at-80/) _2026-08-22 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends heartfelt congratulations to Dr Mrs. Victoria Hansatu Gowon, wife of former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, on her 80th birthday, August 22, 2026, describing her as a woman whose life has been defined by grace, compassion, and selfless service. President Tinubu extols the noble roles the celebrant played, particularly \[…\] ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU MOURNS PASSING OF APC CHIEFTAIN HAMZA DARMA](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-mourns-passing-of-apc-chieftain-hamza-darma/) _2026-08-22 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Alhaji Hamza Usman Darma, a prominent politician and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Kano State. Alhaji Darma died on Friday in Kano at the age of 76 after a brief illness. Funeral prayers were held on Saturday in his residence in \[…\] ## [Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim, Foil Terrorist Attack in Kaduna, Sokoto](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/22/troops-rescue-kidnap-victim-foil-terrorist-attack-in-kaduna-sokoto/) _2026-08-22 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued a kidnapped victim in Kaduna State and foiled a terrorist attack in Sokoto State as security forces intensify operations against terrorists across the North-West. The latest operations, conducted on August 20 and 21, 2026, recorded significant successes in Kaduna and Sokoto \[…\] The post Troops Rescue Kidnap Victim,… ## [Try Before You Buy, Risk-Free (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/POhfmyTAlO3j) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Free trial hosting plus refunds processed in 12-24 hours, guaranteed. ## [MEMBERS OF THE APC PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN COUNCIL CONSTITUTED; ABDULAZIZ YARI TO SERVE AS DG, UZODIMMA SECRETARY](https://statehouse.gov.ng/members-of-the-apc-presidential-campaign-council-constituted-abdulaziz-yari-to-serve-as-dg-uzodimma-secretary/) _2026-08-22 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima will serve as chairman and vice chairman of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, according to the list released Saturday morning. Party Chairman Professor Nentawe Yilwatda will also serve as vice chairman, while former Zamfara State governor Senator Abdulaziz Yari will serve as the director-general of the \[…\] ## [Inside Nigeria’s New Fake Agency, 20 State Coordinators, Reps In US, China](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/22/inside-nigerias-new-fake-agency-20-state-coordinators-reps-in-us-china/) _2026-08-22 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Details emerged on the alleged fake National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, including who runs it and its structure spanning several states and two foreign countries, with an acclaimed national coordinator, zonal directors, state coordinators, and representatives in the United States and China. Looking through the agency’s website, it listed \[…\] The post Inside… ## [2027: Obi Challenges Nigerians to Choose Competence Over Ethnicity, Religion](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/22/2027-obi-challenges-nigerians-to-choose-competence-over-ethnicity-religion/) _2026-08-22 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has urged Nigerians to make the 2027 general election a decisive contest of competence, capacity, character, compassion and commitment, rather than one driven by ethnicity, religion or other divisive sentiments. Obi made the call on Friday in Onitsha, Anambra State, during a world \[…\] The post 2027: Obi Challenges… ## [PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU RECEIVES THE OUTGOING HEAD OF SERVICE, MRS DIDI ESTHER WALSON-JACK, AND THE NEW HEAD OF SERVICE, MR ABEL OLUMUYIWA ENITAN, AT THE STATE HOUSE, ABUJA](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-bola-ahmed-tinubu-receives-the-outgoing-head-of-service-mrs-didi-esther-walson-jack-and-the-new-head-of-service-mr-abel-olumuyiwa-enitan-at-the-state-house-abuja/) _2026-08-21 · The State House, Abuja_ ## [NDLEA Opposes Bail For 10 Defendants In N480bn Ogun Meth Lab Case](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/21/ndlea-opposes-bail-for-10-defendants-in-n480bn-ogun-meth-lab-case/) _2026-08-21 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has opposed the bail application filed by 10 defendants standing trial over an alleged clandestine methamphetamine laboratory discovered in Iloti Village, Ogun State. The agency told the Federal High Court in Lagos that the defendants were allegedly members of an organised network involved in the production and \[…\] The post NDLEA Opposes Bail For 10… ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH PEOPLE OF SOKOTO OVER BOAT ACCIDENT](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-condoles-with-people-of-sokoto-over-boat-accident/) _2026-08-21 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the boat accident in Gorau Community of Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, which claimed many lives and left others missing. The President described the incident as a tragedy and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, the government and people of \[…\] ## [OSGF Scandal: Tinubu Orders Arrest of Fake Agency Promoter, Suspends Three Perm Secs Over](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/21/osgf-scandal-tinubu-orders-arrest-of-fake-agency-promoter-suspends-three-perm-secs-over/) _2026-08-21 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate arrest of Prince George Buchi Nwabueze and the suspension of three permanent secretaries following the discovery of another fake agency operating from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF). The latest discovery by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences \[…\] The post OSGF Scandal: Tinubu… ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES MARYAM IBRAHIM DAN’ AZUMI ON WINNING KING ABDULAZIZ INTERNATIONAL QUR’ANIC COMPETITION](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-congratulates-maryam-ibrahim-dan-azumi-on-winning-king-abdulaziz-international-quranic-competition/) _2026-08-21 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu warmly congratulates Maryam Ibrahim Dan’ Azumi, a remarkable daughter of Gombe State and proud Nigerian, for emerging as the winner in the women’s category at the 46th King Abdulaziz International Qur’anic Competition in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. President Tinubu commends Maryam for her exceptional performance and mastery of the Holy \[…\] ## [RESTORING PETROL SUBSIDIES: ATIKU’S VOLTE-FACE AND DESPERATION FOR POWER](https://statehouse.gov.ng/restoring-petrol-subsidies-atikus-volte-face-and-desperation-for-power/) _2026-08-20 · The State House, Abuja_ Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President and perennial candidate for the presidency of Nigeria, has finally revealed his economic plans to Nigerians, should he be elected as President by January next year. Against expectations that he would announce a more creative and ingenious alternative to the programme being executed by the Tinubu administration, Atiku Abubakar \[…\] ## [PRESIDENCY PLEDGES SUPPORT AS NIGERIA HOSTS WORLD PUBLIC RELATIONS CONFERENCE IN ABUJA](https://statehouse.gov.ng/presidency-pledges-support-as-nigeria-hosts-world-public-relations-conference-in-abuja/) _2026-08-20 · The State House, Abuja_ The Presidency on Wednesday affirmed its readiness to support the forthcoming Global Alliance World Public Relations Forum billed for November 15 to 21, 2026 in Abuja, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation as well as the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy \[…\] ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tMMyiFgLeNyU) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [TINUBU TASKS HOMELAND SECURITY ADVISER TO COORDINATE FIVE-YEAR NATIONAL SECURITY THREAT ASSESSMENT, DEFENCE PLAN](https://statehouse.gov.ng/tinubu-tasks-homeland-security-adviser-to-coordinate-five-year-national-security-threat-assessment-defence-plan/) _2026-08-20 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the immediate preparation of a comprehensive National Threat Assessment and a rolling five-year Strategic Defence Operations Plan to strengthen coordination across Nigeria’s defence, intelligence and security capabilities. The President’s Special Adviser on Homeland Security, Major General Adeyinka A. Famadewa, will coordinate and provide secretariat… ## [Tinubu Appoints Abel Enitan as Head of Civil Service of the Federation](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/19/tinubu-appoints-abel-enitan-as-head-of-civil-service-of-the-federation/) _2026-08-19 · Admin · The Verdict_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF). Enitan’s appointment takes effect from August 27, 2026, following the impending retirement of the incumbent Head of Service, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, who \[…\] The post Tinubu Appoints Abel Enitan as Head of… ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS ABEL OLUMUYIWA ENITAN AS HEAD OF THE CIVIL SERVICE OF THE FEDERATION](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-appoints-abel-olumuyiwa-enitan-as-head-of-the-civil-service-of-the-federation/) _2026-08-19 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 27, 2026. Mr Enitan succeeds Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, who will retire soon from the Federal Civil Service upon attaining the statutory retirement age of 60. Mr Enitan, from Osun State, is the \[…\] ## [EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN OF THE ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL CRIMES COMMISSIONS (EFCC), OLANIPEKUN OLA OLUKOYEDE, AND MINISTER OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, MUTTAQHA RABE DARMA, MET WITH PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU](https://statehouse.gov.ng/executive-chairman-of-the-economic-and-financial-crimes-commissions-efcc-olanipekun-ola-olukoyede-and-minister-of-housing-and-urban-development-muttaqha-rabe-darma-met-with-president-bola-ahmed/) _2026-08-19 · The State House, Abuja_ Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Ola Olukoyede, and Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Muttaqha Rabe Darma, met with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the management and disposal of seized houses nationwide, under the rules of transparency and Accountability at the State House, Abuja. Tuesday, August 18, 2026 ## [REMARKS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU AT THE SIGNING OF THE PEACE ACCORD AHEAD OF THE 2027 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026 IN ABUJA](https://statehouse.gov.ng/remarks-by-president-bola-ahmed-tinubu-at-the-signing-of-the-peace-accord-ahead-of-the-2027-presidential-election-on-tuesday-august-18-2026-in-abuja/) _2026-08-18 · The State House, Abuja_ The President was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume It is my pleasure to be here today to take part in this significant event, which precedes the start of the political campaign ahead of the January and February 2027 general elections. I thank members of the National Peace \[…\] ## [BANK OF INDUSTRY LAUDS PRESIDENT TINUBU OVER N250B SERIES 1 BOND OVERSUBSCRIPTION](https://statehouse.gov.ng/bank-of-industry-lauds-president-tinubu-over-n250b-series-1-bond-oversubscription/) _2026-08-18 · The State House, Abuja_ The Bank of Industry Limited (BOI) has praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his leadership and support after its ₦250 billion Series 1 Fixed Rate Bond was oversubscribed within five days. The bank issued the bond through its BOI Financing SPV Plc under the bank’s $1 billion Multi-Currency Instruments Programme. BOI Chief Executive Officer Olasupo \[…\] ## [NDLEA Seizes N39bn Cocaine Consignment, Arrests Logistics Staff, Social Media Influencer](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/18/ndlea-seizes-n39bn-cocaine-consignment-arrests-logistics-staff-social-media-influencer/) _2026-08-18 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ By OLU JAMES RAPHEAL (News Editor) The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted a 184.50-kilogramme cocaine consignment valued at approximately $27.7 million (about N39 billion) in what the agency described as the largest cocaine seizure ever recorded in a courier company in its history. The seizure has culminated in the arrest \[…\] The post NDLEA Seizes N39bn Cocaine… ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES FORMER MILITARY PRESIDENT IBRAHIM BABANGIDA ON HIS 85TH BIRTHDAY](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-celebrates-former-military-president-ibrahim-babangida-on-his-85th-birthday/) _2026-08-18 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (rtd), elder statesman and former military President, on his 85th birthday on August 17, 2026. President Tinubu described General Babangida as an outstanding leader whose remarkable military career culminated in his leadership of the nation following the 1985 coup. President Tinubu remarked: “Like \[…\] ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU: ADELEKE’S VICTORY, A FITTING ASSURANCE THAT DEMOCRACY WILL CONTINUE TO FLOURISH IN OUR COUNTRY](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-adelekes-victory-a-fitting-assurance-that-democracy-will-continue-to-flourish-in-our-country/) _2026-08-16 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke in the just-concluded Osun election is a fitting assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in our country under the All Progressives Congress administration. “I called Governor Ademola Adeleke earlier today to congratulate him on his election victory in Osun State. His victory once \[…\] ## [POVERTY, REFORM AND THE PROBLEM OF CAUSATION](https://statehouse.gov.ng/poverty-reform-and-the-problem-of-causation/) _2026-08-16 · The State House, Abuja_ Why Hardship Cannot Be Made To Testify Against The Reforms That Seek To Dismantle The Conditions That Produced It By Tanimu Yakubu The seduction of the wrong conclusion An increasingly familiar claim in Nigeria is that widespread poverty, nearly three years into the reform programme, is itself proof that the reforms have failed. Poverty remains \[…\] ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/fA8Ob49fyEPO) _2026-08-16 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Osun Election: Police Arrest Officer Over Accidental Tear Gas Discharge in Modakeke](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/15/osun-election-police-arrest-officer-over-accidental-tear-gas-discharge-in-modakeke/) _2026-08-15 · Admin · The Verdict_ The Osun State Police Command has arrested an officer who allegedly discharged tear gas at a Registration Area Centre (RAC) in Modakeke, Ife East Local Government Area, during Saturday’s governorship election. The incident, which occurred in Modakeke Ward 10, sparked reactions on social media after a video showing the tear gas discharge went viral. In \[…\] The post Osun Election: Police Arrest… ## [Osun Governorship Poll: Adeleke Maintains Lead as 303 Wards Report Results](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/15/osun-governorship-poll-adeleke-maintains-lead-as-303-wards-report-results/) _2026-08-15 · Admin · The Verdict_ Governor Ademola Adeleke has maintained his lead in the ongoing collation of results from Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State, with results from 303 of the 332 wards already recorded. Figures from the Nigeria Elections Intelligence System showed Adeleke, the Accord Party candidate, leading with 177,572 votes, representing 50.5 per cent of the \[…\] The post Osun Governorship Poll: Adeleke… ## [Troops Rescue Nine Kidnapped Victims, Foil Terrorist Attacks in Niger](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/15/troops-rescue-nine-kidnapped-victims-foil-terrorist-attacks-in-niger/) _2026-08-15 · Admin · The Verdict_ Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 18 Brigade have rescued nine kidnapped victims and foiled attempts by terrorists to infiltrate communities in Mariga and Rijau Local Government Areas of Niger State. The operations, conducted as part of sustained offensive operations against terrorists and other criminal elements in the brigade’s area of responsibility, also led to \[…\] The post Troops Rescue Nine… ## [PRESIDENT TINUBU URGES NIGERIANS IN DIASPORA TO INVEST IN THE COUNTRY](https://statehouse.gov.ng/president-tinubu-urges-nigerians-in-diaspora-to-invest-in-the-country/) _2026-08-14 · The State House, Abuja_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Nigerians in the diaspora for their courage, enterprise, resilience, and outstanding contributions to the global economy and Nigeria’s image. President Tinubu stated this while declaring open a three-day Nigeria Diaspora Economic Conference (NIDEC) 2026 at the Apollo Convention Centre, Toronto, Canada. His Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, represented… ## [2027: Tinubu worst President ever, North finished if he wins again – Baba-Ahmed](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/2027-tinubu-worst-president-ever-north-finished-if-he-wins-again-baba-ahmed/) _2026-08-13 · admin · Raw Politics – New Nigerian Politics_ By Matthew Atungwu The National Chairman of the People Redemption Party, PRP, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has said that President Bola Tinubu is the worst leader Nigeria has ever had. Speaking during an interview on Symfoni TV, Baba-Ahmed said the North will be finished if Tinubu wins the 2027 general elections. The PRP chairman also \[…\] ## [ADC Accuses APC of Intimidation Ahead of Osun Governorship Election](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/12/adc-accuses-apc-of-intimidation-ahead-of-osun-governorship-election/) _2026-08-12 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led Federal Government of intimidation and harassment of opposition figures ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State. The party raised the alarm over an alleged plan to arrest its National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola, in the days leading to the election, describing the \[…\] The post ADC Accuses APC… ## [Why we planned coup against Tinubu – Colonel Ma’aji, without legal counsel](https://newnigerianpolitics.com/l/) _2026-08-12 · admin · Armed Forces – New Nigerian Politics_ By Matthew Atungwu A Nigerian Army Colonel, Mohammed Ma’aji, has disclosed the main reason he planned a coup to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. According to Premium Times, Ma’aji said worsening insecurity, corruption and economic hardship were among the grievances discussed by those allegedly involved in the failed coup. Ma’aji stated that discussions about military \[…\] ## [Kano State Organizes Mass Wedding for 1,500 Couples to Support Low-Income Families](https://searchmedia.futminna.edu.ng/kano-state-organizes-mass-wedding-for-1500-couples-to-support-low-income-families/) _2026-08-10 · Success Nmesoma Maduagwu · Searchmedia_ In a major social intervention initiative, the Kano State Government hosted a mass wedding ceremony for 1,500 couples across the state. Organized under the direction of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, the program aims to alleviate financial hurdles for low-income families while promoting social stability. Each bride was provided with a ₦200,000 dowry alongside household items \[…\] ## [Troops Rescue 33 Kidnapped Victims After Intercepting Bandits in Zamfara](https://searchmedia.futminna.edu.ng/troops-rescue-33-kidnapped-victims-after-intercepting-bandits-in-zamfara/) _2026-08-10 · Success Nmesoma Maduagwu · Searchmedia_ Joint security forces led by the Nigerian Army successfully rescued 33 abductees in the Tsafe area of Zamfara State. Military intelligence reports indicate that troops and police tactical units intercepted the armed bandits while they were attempting to transport the hostages through rugged forest terrain. Outgunned by military firepower, the abductors abandoned the victims and \[…\] ## [President Tinubu Praises Economic Team as Stock Market Surges to ₦160 Trillion](https://searchmedia.futminna.edu.ng/president-tinubu-praises-economic-team-as-stock-market-surges-to-%e2%82%a6160-trillion/) _2026-08-10 · Success Nmesoma Maduagwu · Searchmedia_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu praised his economic management team and the executive leadership of the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) during a briefing at the State House. Highlighting the stock market’s dramatic expansion from ₦30 trillion in 2023 to an unprecedented ₦160 trillion today, the President noted that key financial indicators signal growing stability across the \[…\] ## [Presidential Media Team Inspects Benue Projects as Residents Applaud Tinubu’s Infrastructure Drive](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/08/presidential-media-team-inspects-benue-projects-as-residents-applaud-tinubus-infrastructure-drive/) _2026-08-08 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ The Presidential Media Team, in collaboration with the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, has inspected major Federal and Benue State infrastructure projects across Benue State, with residents commending President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration for its investment in roads, bridges, water infrastructure and urban transportation. The inspection, which took place on Thursday as part of the Renewed Hope… ## [Osun Account: EFCC Can Freeze State Funds, Must Get Court Order Within 72 Hours — Falana](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/07/osun-account-efcc-can-freeze-state-funds-must-get-court-order-within-72-hours-falana/) _2026-08-07 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has said the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has the legal authority to restrict the accounts of state and local governments, provided it secures a court order within the prescribed period. Falana clarified on Friday while appearing on Channels Television’s Politics Today, \[…\] The post Osun Account: EFCC Can… ## [Tinubu Hosts Tijaniyya Council, Mourns Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi: ‘We Miss Our Father’](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/07/tinubu-hosts-tijaniyya-council-mourns-sheikh-dahiru-bauchi-we-miss-our-father/) _2026-08-07 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received members of the Supreme Council of Tijaniyya worldwide at the State House, Abuja, who paid a condolence visit following the death of the former leader of the Tijaniyya Islamic organisation in Nigeria, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi. The delegation, which included representatives from Algeria, Nigeria and Senegal, also comprised members \[…\] The post Tinubu Hosts… ## [Jessica Oji Delivers Historic Gold for Nigeria at World U20 Championships](https://theverdict.ng/2026/08/07/jessica-oji-delivers-historic-gold-for-nigeria-at-world-u20-championships/) _2026-08-07 · Olu James-Rapheal · The Verdict_ Nigeria’s Jessica Oji has produced a landmark performance at the World U20 Athletics Championships in Oregon, becoming the country’s first-ever gold medallist in a field event after winning the women’s shot put title with a superb 18.08m throw. Oji dominated the final with an impressive display of consistency, recording throws of 18.05m, 18.08m, 17.95m \[…\] The post Jessica Oji Delivers Historic… ## [ICPC Report Clears Presidency, Indicts Embattled DG in Fake Agency Probe](https://searchmedia.futminna.edu.ng/icpc-report-clears-presidency-indicts-embattled-dg-in-fake-agency-probe-2/) _2026-08-07 · Favour Owonibi · Searchmedia_ In a major shake-up within the nation’s security architecture, the Inspector General of Police has announced the deployment of new Commissioners of Police (CPs) across eight states and several other critical police formations. 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