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Osun APM backs Governor Makinde for 2027 presidential race
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Osun State has endorsed Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The declaration was made on Thursday when the party’s Primary Election Committee announced candidates for National and State Assembly seats across federal and state constituencies. Speaking, Chairman of the APM Primary…
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It is the cosmic — What we do returns to us — by Babafemi Ojudu
Today, I wish to write about karma. Not its deep philosophical or spiritual meaning. I leave that to theologians, mystics, and philosophers who devote their lives to probing the mysteries of existence and divine order. I simply want to tell two stories. Stories that help the ordinary person understand that life has a way of returning to us the consequences…
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KOH and the Lagos challenge — by Louis Odion
First, we need to “set forth at dawn” (apologies Wole Soyinka, GCON) onto any of the arterial road abutting the main Lekki highway; or be at a typical crossroads in any of the derelict suburbs between closing hour and sunset to feel the tidal current — that sheer apocalyptic wave — of an apparition increasingly overshadowing Lagos. One ungainly picture…
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US arrests ex-CIA official with $40m gold, $2m cash at home
The United States has arrested a former senior CIA official after a search found $40 million worth of gold bars at his home. FBI officers also seized $2 million in cash and around 35 luxury watches this month from the home of David Rush in the US state of Virginia, according to court documents. The New York Times reported on…
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Israel eliminates head of Hamas’ military wing in Gaza strike
Mohammed Odeh led Hamas’ military wing following the elimination of Izz al-Din al-Haddad, IDF says The new head of Hamas’ military wing has been taken out by Israeli forces in an airstrike. Mohammed Odeh, who was “responsible for planning and coordinating Hamas terrorists’ infiltration and attack targets during the October 7 Massacre,” was killed in an operation in northern Gaza,…
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Atiku emerges ADC presidential candidate after defeating Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 general election after defeating former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen in the party’s primary election. The result of the exercise was announced on Wednesday night by the returning officer of the primary election, Tunde Ogbeha. According to…
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Keyamo appointed to spearhead AfDB aviation reform initiative in Africa
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has appointed Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, as Champion of the Integrated Aviation Transformation Programme for Africa (IATP). The appointment was conveyed in a letter signed on behalf of the bank by Mike Salawou, recognising Nigeria’s active participation in the early phase of the continent-wide aviation initiative. According to the AfDB,…
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Popular skit maker Nons Miraj celebrates 30th birthday
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Popular Nigerian skit maker, Chinonso Ukah, widely known as Nons Miraj, has celebrated her 30th birthday with stunning photos and heartfelt reflections on social media. The actress and comedian took to her Facebook page on Wednesday to express gratitude for reaching a new decade and embracing a more peaceful and confident phase of life. According to…
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Ghana welcomes Pope’s apology over Catholic Church’s role in slavery
Ghana has welcomed Pope Leo XIV’s apology for the Catholic Church’s historic role in slavery, describing it as an “act of moral courage” that was important in the global pursuit of “truth, human dignity and justice”. The Pope issued the clearest apology yet for the Church’s involvement in legitimising slavery and its delay in condemning it for centuries. The apology…
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Our children, our future — by Bola Tinubu
On this Children’s Day, I celebrate every Nigerian child. I celebrate the child who is excelling in school. I celebrate the child who is learning a trade. I celebrate the child living with disability and still pressing forward with courage. I celebrate the child who has lost much but has not lost hope. Today belongs to you. It is a…
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