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Even Messi needed trophies: Nigerians demand results, not dribbling — by Blaise Udunze
From a general observation, comparisons are powerful political tools. They simplify complex realities, inspire supporters and shape public perception. Another side of this is that they can also become misleading when symbolism replaces substance. The latter appears to be the objective behind two recent interventions in defense of his excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Respectfully, it was observed that veteran…
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Fashola rules out presidential ambition, expresses satisfaction in public service record
Former Lagos State Governor and former Minister of Works, Babatunde Fashola, has ruled out any ambition to contest Nigeria’s presidency, saying he is satisfied with his current role and would rather allow history to judge his record in public service. Speaking during an interview on TVC on Wednesday, Fashola gave a firm “No” when asked if he planned to run…
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FG lists six requirements for laptop, smartphone loan scheme
The Federal Government has opened applications for its Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices (C.L.I.C.K.D.) Programme, offering eligible Nigerians access to smartphones, laptops and tablets through a consumer credit scheme. The initiative, being implemented by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, is aimed at expanding…
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PROFILE: Meet Peter Olapegba, University of Ibadan’s new vice-chancellor
The University of Ibadan has appointed Professor Peter Olamakinde Olapegba as its new vice-chancellor, making him the 14th substantive head of Nigeria’s premier university. Until his appointment, the 56-year-old professor of psychology served as the institution’s deputy vice-chancellor (administration). Born on January 26, 1970, in Ibadan, Oyo State, Olapegba hails from Igbole Quarters in Igboora. He began his education at…
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Five South-East governors back Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, says Uzodimma
Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has said the five governors of the South-East have resolved to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, citing what he described as the administration’s commitment to the development of the region through major infrastructure and economic projects. Uzodimma, who is Chairman of the South-East Governors’ Forum, made the disclosure during a meeting with…
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Ex-APC senatorial aspirant dumps party, backs Adeleke’s re-election
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A former All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial aspirant for Osun West, Chief Peter Ogundeji, has defected to the Accord Party and declared his support for the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke. Speaking at the Government House open field on Wednesday, Ogundeji, who led his supporters into the Accord Party, described Adeleke as a performing leader…
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Osun 2026: Oyebamiji confident APC will unseat Adeleke in governorship poll
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has declared that the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke will be voted out in the August 15 governorship election, expressing confidence that a new era of development will begin under an APC government. Oyebamiji made the declaration while addressing supporters during…
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Mamdani backs off pledge to arrest Netanyahu citing lack of authority
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who previously pledged to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu if he visited the city, now says he does not have the “authority” to do so. In a video posted on social media, Mamdani instead called on US officials to act on the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant for the Israeli Prime Minister over alleged war crimes.…
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Police deny shielding political thugs in Osun, say arrests are evidence-based
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State Police Command has rejected allegations by the state chapter of the Accord Party that it has been providing protection for any individual, group or political party, insisting that its operations are intelligence-driven and evidence-based. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, the command said…
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Fubara endorses APC’s Chinda for Rivers governorship, declares support for coalition
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has endorsed the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Kingsley Chinda, ahead of the state’s governorship election, declaring his support for the political coalition backed by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Fubara made the declaration on Wednesday during the commissioning of the Rivers Medical Industries Project in…
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