APC Disqualifies Seven Aspirants Ahead of Osun Governorship Primary
The All Progressives Congress Screening Committee for the Osun State governorship primary has barred seven aspirants, including former deputy governor and APC National Secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore. Others disqualified include Benedict Olugboyega Alabi, Dotun Babayemi, Akin Ogunbiyi, Senator Babajide Omoworare, Kunle Adegoke and Babatunde Haketer Oralusi, ahead of the party primary.
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Wike Blames PDP Crisis for Rivers Speaker, Lawmakers’ Defection to APC
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says the recent mass defection of the Rivers Assembly Speaker and 15 lawmakers from the PDP to the APC is a reflection of the deepening internal crisis within the party. He made the comment after inspecting road projects in Abuja.
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EFCC Returns N96.5m to Victims of Ponzi Scheme in Enugu
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has returned N96.5 million to victims of financial fraud in Enugu State. EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said the restitution is part of the agency’s commitment to combating financial crimes and ensuring recovery for victims.
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Dangote Declares End of Fuel Scarcity as Refinery Begins Global Export
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, says fuel scarcity is gone for good in Nigeria as the Dangote Refinery has begun supplying products to Europe and the United States. He spoke after a visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
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Defence Minister Vows to End Terrorist Killings, Criminal Attacks
Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), says the era of wanton killings by terrorists and bandits must end, despite the tough road ahead. He made the declaration while assuming office alongside the Chief of Defence Staff, service chiefs and Defence Intelligence officials.
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Irabor Warns New Security Agencies Won’t Solve Nigeria’s Insecurity
Former Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor (rtd), says establishing new security agencies is not a solution to insecurity, urging instead a deep investigation into intelligence lapses, manpower shortages and weak coordination among existing agencies.
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Naira Holds Firm at ₦1,450.25 Per Dollar in Official Market
The Nigerian currency remained stable on Friday, trading at ₦1,450.25 to the dollar at the official FX window, according to data from FMDQ Securities Exchange. Rates across the parallel market also showed little fluctuation.
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Sokoto Police Arrest Bandit Financiers, Motorcycle Thieves
Police in Sokoto State have arrested suspected financiers of a notorious bandit group and motorcycle thieves in separate operations. Police spokesman, Ahmed Rufai, said three men were arrested in Tangaza LGA for helping bandits sell rustled cattle.
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Doctor Arrested for Allegedly Supplying Medical Aid to Kidnappers
A medical doctor has been arrested by DSS operatives for allegedly transporting medical supplies from Sokoto to support kidnapping gangs operating inside Kwara forests. The Kwara State Government confirmed the development on Friday.
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Gombe Police Arrest Seven Kidnappers, Recover Machine Gun
The Gombe State Police Command says seven suspected kidnappers have been arrested, two others neutralized, and a general-purpose machine gun recovered in coordinated operations conducted with the Professional Hunters Association.
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2027: Jonathan Being Set Up to ‘Clean Others’ Mess’ — Nwanyanwu
Former presidential candidate, Dan Nwanyanwu, says those urging ex-President Goodluck Jonathan to contest in 2027 only want him to “clean their mess.” He said the same political actors pushing him now betrayed him in 2015.
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Wike Speaks on Rivers Defections, Says Lawmakers Free to Leave PDP
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has responded to the defection of 17 Rivers lawmakers to the APC, saying they are free to leave the PDP. He described the situation as unfortunate but said his camp will work with remaining loyal lawmakers.
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Peter Obi Denies Attack on ADC, Calls Claims False
Peter Obi has denied granting any interview criticizing the African Democratic Congress. In a statement by his spokesman, Ibrahim Umar, he described the publication as fake and “malicious fabrication,” urging the public to disregard it.
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New Defence Minister Promises Action-Driven Strategy, Better Welfare
Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has vowed to rebuild Nigeria’s security system through intelligence, technology and coordinated military operations. He pledged better welfare for personnel and insisted that insecurity must be decisively crushed.
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Oshiomhole Backs Death Penalty for Terrorists, Violent Criminals
Senator Adams Oshiomhole says anyone convicted of terrorism or heinous crimes should face the death penalty. He criticized deradicalisation programs, saying many “repentant terrorists” returned to violence.
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Rumored Arrest in France False — Wike
FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims that he was arrested in France, saying the rumor was politically motivated. Speaking in Abuja, he urged opponents to stop distractions and said he remains focused on governance.
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2Baba Alleges Family Damage, Says Wife Receives Death Threats
Music star 2Baba says his wife, Natasha, is receiving death threats following a family-filed petition to the police accusing her of assault and financial misconduct. In a video message, he accused relatives of destroying him and painting Natasha as a villain.
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Omah Lay Reveals Why He Declined New Davido Collaboration
Singer Omah Lay says he turned down a recent proposal from Davido for a new joint track, explaining that he needed to focus on personal growth and building his own path despite respecting the superstar.
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Full Draw Released for 2026 FIFA World Cup Across U.S., Canada and Mexico
The full group-stage draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been released, with 48 nations competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico between June 11 and July 19. Six more teams will join via playoffs.