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Buhari promised me APC presidential ticket before 2022 primary — Amaechi
Amaechi claimed former President Muhammadu Buhari assured him in writing that he would be endorsed as the APC candidate, advising him not to campaign or negotiate alliances
Lagos police detain officer for shooting of 2 girls in Ajegunle
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the incident in which its personnel, ASP Omotayo Olajide, discharged his firearm, resulting in the death of a little girl, Omole Taiwo, and injured another girl in the Nosamu area of Ajegunle on Thursday, November 5, 2026, between 9:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
COP31: UNHCR warns 90m displaced people face severe climate risks
UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has called for urgent action to protect nearly 90 million refugees and other forcibly displaced people increasingly exposed to devastating climate impacts.
ADC Judgment: Ondo Attorney-General urges parties to uphold internal democracy
Ondo State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Olukayode Ajulo (SAN), has urged political parties to uphold internal democracy and comply strictly with electoral laws.
Delta govt to spend N2bn on 2026 Christian pilgrimage
The Delta Government has committed more than N2 billion to sponsor successful Christian pilgrims to Israel and Jordan for the 2026 pilgrimage programme.
Shettima urges Akwa Ibom voters to re-elect Tinubu
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Akwa Ibom voters to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, citing economic reforms and continuity in governance.
Navy inaugurates solar-powered borehole in Anambra
The Nigerian Navy has inaugurated a 30,000-litre solar-powered borehole project in Udu-Ura, Umulekwe Ebele Village, Achina, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra.
Lagos engages NBA over challenges in land administration
The Lagos State Lands Bureau has engaged members of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Lagos Branch, in a renewed effort to address challenges in land administration, resolve operational bottlenecks and enhance service delivery to residents.
Lagos govt denies introducing new tax law on private boreholes
Lagos State Government has refuted viral social media posts and commentaries about the introduction of a "new borehole tax" in the state.
Power minister gives reasons for outages in Lagos, FCT
The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has said he is aware of the strain that the current outages have placed on households and businesses in four affected states, including Lagos and the Federal Capital Territory.
Gov Alia felicitates Deputy Gov Sam Ode at 58
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, has congratulated his Deputy, Barr. Sam Ode, mni, on his 58th birthday.
2027: Kalu says South-East has no alternative to Tinubu
Kalu added that the President had demonstrated his commitment to the South-East through investments in roads, bridges, education and financial support.
US court blocks discovery attempt against Tinubu in FOIA suit
A United States District Court for the District of Columbia has delivered a significant procedural ruling in the ongoing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) litigation involving federal agencies, rejecting an attempt by plaintiff Aaron Greenspan to secure limited discovery from Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and political consulting firm DCI Group.
NCDC announces two suspected cases of Ebola in North-East
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has said that two suspected cases of Ebola disease have been identified in Nigeria’s North-East region.
Abia has repaid over N90bn debt in 3 years — Otti
Gov. Alex Otti of Abia says his administration has repaid over N90 billion of the state’s N147.2 billion debt, since he assumed office in 2023.
Navy Marines neutralise 34 terrorists in Lake Chad area
The Nigerian Navy Marines at Naval Base, Lake Chad area in conjunction with the Army 403 Amphibious Brigade, under Operation HADIN KAI, have neutralised 34 terrorists in the area.
Tompolo drums support for Tinubu re-election in Ogun
The Grand Patron of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, has called on the people of Ogun to vote massively for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.
Tinubu excited as FBI commends Nigeria's role in sextortion crackdown
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following a letter from the Director of the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Kash Patel, praising the Commission’s role in apprehending and extraditing suspects involved in international sextortion crimes against minors.
Sowore: APC thugs unleashing terror on opponents, says Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the simultaneous attacks on fellow presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Manir Muhammad Dan'iya, are deeply troubling and unacceptable.
N50,000 monthly payment is Tinubu's election gimmick - ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the Federal Government’s sudden announcement of a N50,000 monthly cash relief as an election gimmick, driven by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s desperation
ADC-PCC condemns attack on Sokoto governorship candidate
The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has condemned the unprovoked, brutal and cowardly attack on its Sokoto State Governorship Candidate, Alhaji Munir Dan Iya, allegedly by operatives of the state-owned security outfit, known as the Sokoto Marshals.
ECOWAS mission assesses Nigeria’s preparedness for 2027 elections
The ECOWAS Pre-Election Fact-Finding Mission has commenced engagements with key stakeholders in Nigeria to assess the country’s preparedness for the 2027 general elections and identify potential challenges to credible polls.
Special Eagles captain seeks end to temporary support
Captain of Nigeria’s Amputee Football National Team, Sarafadeen Oyeleke, has called on the Federal Government to establish a sustainable national league and athletes’ welfare programme for the sport.
WHO warns of rising diabetes cases in Africa, urges early diagnosis
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has called for increased awareness, early diagnosis and access to affordable treatment to reduce the growing burden of diabetes across Africa.