Category: News
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APC FIRES BACK AT MAKINDE OVER ‘OPERATION WETIE’ REMARK
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has slammed Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, over his mention of “Operation Wetie” at an opposition summit in Ibadan, calling it reckless and a threat to national security. APC spokesman, Felix Morka, said invoking one of Nigeria’s darkest political violence episodes was “dangerous incitement,” especially from a sitting governor responsible…
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STRIKE OVER! FCT TEACHERS HEAD BACK TO CLASSROOMS
The FCT wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has suspended its strike with immediate effect, clearing the way for primary and secondary school teachers to resume work. Union Chairman, Abdullahi Shafa, said the decision followed fresh intervention by FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, who approved a N5 billion monthly package to tackle unpaid entitlements…
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OGUN POLICE DEBUNK VIRAL “ARMED MEN” VIDEO
The Ogun State Police Command has dismissed a viral video claiming armed men are operating in the state, describing it as fake and panic-inducing. According to police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi, investigations show the footage wasn’t shot in Ogun—or anywhere in Nigeria. Instead, it traces back to Kenya, filmed during an anti–cattle rustling operation and first…
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WINDSTORM WRECKS NYSC CAMP, BAGO ORDERS SWIFT REPAIRS
Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has directed the immediate repair of buildings damaged by a windstorm at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Paiko. The storm left a trail of destruction male hostels, the multipurpose hall, kitchen, staff quarters, and parts of the state coordinator’s residence were all hit. Despite the damage, no lives were…
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END MALARIA NOW! EXPERT URGES STATES TO SHOW REAL COMMITMENT
A leading malaria expert, Wellington Oyibo, is calling on state governments to step up efforts and show stronger political commitment to eliminate malaria across Nigeria. Speaking to mark World Malaria Day 2026, Oyibo said progress in states like Lagos State—where malaria prevalence is now around 5%—proves that elimination is possible with the right leadership and…
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2027: MATAWALLE BACKS LAWAL, OFFERS TO BUY APC GOV FORM
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has pledged to purchase the governorship nomination form for Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking to APC supporters in Gusau, Matawalle said the move reflects unity among political leaders in the state under the All Progressives Congress (APC). He described himself, Lawal, and other…
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APP STORMS IMO WITH NEW EXCOS, VOWS TO TAKE ON APC
The Action Peoples Party (APP) has inaugurated its local government and ward executives across Ideato North and South in Imo, declaring itself the state’s main opposition force. At the ceremony in Akokwa, Rep. Ikenga Ugochinyere said the party is ready to “aggressively” challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in upcoming elections. According to him,…
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‘IGNORE THE NOISE’ — GROUP BACKS LAWMAKER, SLAMS ‘MISCHIEVOUS’ ATTACKS
The Nwobi Political Dynasty has thrown its weight behind Anayo Onwuegbu, dismissing circulating voice notes and publications against him as “false and misleading.” In a statement by spokesman Joe Udefi, the group urged residents of Awgu to stay alert to what it described as “political attention seekers” trying to discredit the federal lawmaker representing Aninri,…
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ABAKALIKI FC GO BACK-TO-BACK, EDGE CYNOSURE TO LIFT EBONYI FA CUP
Abakaliki FC have retained their Ebonyi FA Cup title after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Cynosure FC in the 2026 final. The decisive moment came from winger Jude Aleke, whose long-range free-kick sealed the victory at the Pa Ngele Oruta Stadium. Coach Starplus Anista hailed the team’s effort, saying the focus now is to go…
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“HIS LEGACY LIVES ON” — TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR LATE STRIKER MICHAEL ENERAMO
Tributes are pouring in for former Super Eagles forward Michael Eneramo, who reportedly collapsed and died during a friendly match in Kaduna. According to the Nigeria Football Federation, the striker suffered cardiac arrest shortly after the second half resumed, having played the entire first half before the tragic incident. Former Sokoto United Technical Adviser, Mansur…
