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Report: US intelligence indicates limited new damage to Iran’s nuclear program
U.S. intelligence assessments indicate that the time Iran would need to build a nuclear weapon has not changed since last summer, when analysts estimated that a U.S.-Israeli attack had pushed back the timeline to up to a year, according to three sources familiar with the matter. The assessments of Tehran’s nuclear program remain broadly unchanged even after two months of…
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Peter Obi: How the political nomad dug own grave — by Izuchukwu Adichie
When Soludo released his explosive letter on November 14, 2022, Ndigbo saw the start of the end. In one harsh move, Mr. governor summarized Peter Obi’s 2023 presidential bid as a “fleeting frenzy of the moment,” called his movement a “headless mob,” and warned that “a mob action often reflects the character of its leader.” The “Headless mob” attacked Soludo,…
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Rebuilding Tudun Biri: When tragedy becomes a building block for national unity — by Babajide Fadoju
On an unfortunate day in Kaduna State, a military drone misfired near the Kaduna International Airport, and the community of Tudun Biri was forever changed. Lives were lost. Bodies were broken. A nation mourned. It was the kind of tragedy that could have fractured a community along ethnic, religious, or political lines. It was the kind of disaster that could…
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From Bayelsa to a national gamble: X-raying Dickson’s opportunistic coalition — by Bodise Wilson
What started as Seriake Dickson’s strategic bid to tighten his grip on Bayelsa politics has now ballooned into an overreaching national endeavor—driven less by ideology and more by a quest for political survival. The former Bayelsa governor, PDP senator, and current leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has widened his net by recruiting habitual political drifters like Peter Obi…
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Opposition lacked ideology, coalition collapse not Tinubu’s fault — TDF
The Democratic Front (TDF) has said the collapse of the opposition coalition against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu validates its earlier position that the Presidency was not responsible for the internal crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a recent statement signed by its chairman, Mallam Danjuma Muhammad, and secretary, Chief Wale Adedayo, the group said the disintegration of the…
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TRAVELOGUE: Qatar, the journey I never planned — by ‘Dayo Adedayo
My coming to Qatar was not planned. It arrived almost like a gift, wrapped in surprise, wisdom, and the dependable hands of 247 Travels. I had been on my way to China when the ticket price appeared before me like a mountain. I did not even know when I shouted, “Why would I pay so much for a ticket?” That…
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IGP Disu sets new directives for police commands, unveils crime response unit
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Tuesday set new operational directives for police commands nationwide and unveiled a specialised crime response unit during an emergency conference with senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The meeting brought together members of the force management team, assistant inspectors-general of police, and commissioners of police,…
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The quiet architect of influence: Celebrating Tunde Sarafadeen Rahman at 60 — by Sandra Harrison
Few careers illustrate the power of journalism in shaping a nation’s conscience as vividly as that of Tunde Sarafadeen Rahman. Over four decades, his journey from newsroom reporter to presidential aide reflects a rare blend of intellectual discipline, strategic communication and unwavering commitment to the public good. Rahman’s story is not merely about professional advancement. It is about how the…
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I have no intention of imposing candidates, Dapo Abiodun tells APC stakeholders
Governor Dapo Abiodun has said he has no intention of imposing candidates on the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, urging aspirants to embrace consensus and respect zoning arrangements ahead of the 2027 elections. The governor made the remark on Tuesday during a strategic meeting in Abeokuta with aspirants for the House of Representatives, House of Assembly, and party…
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Adeleke confident of electoral victory as Davido mobilises support in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has declared that his reelection bid ahead of the August 15 governorship election is “unstoppable”. Popular music star, David Adeleke (Davido), also canvassed mass support for the governor, saying, “My uncle has delivered. I urge you all to mobilise and support his re-election; it is in the best…
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