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BREAKING: Court nullifies ADC caretaker congress plans, bars INEC recognition
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ruled that the caretaker leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by former Senate President David Mark, lacks the legal authority to organise state congresses or set up committees for that purpose. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, who delivered the judgment on Wednesday, also barred the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising any…
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‘I leave Gbenga Daniel to his conscience’, Governor Abiodun breaks silence on senatorial bid
Governor Dapo Abiodun has reacted to reports that Senator Gbenga Daniel picked up a nomination form ahead of the 2027 general elections, following the APC’s adoption of the governor as its consensus candidate in Ogun State. Abiodun spoke at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abeokuta on Tuesday, where he reflected on his long political relationship with Daniel and their past roles…
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Zichis Agro-Allied Industries to hold 3rd AGM in Abeokuta
Integrated agribusiness company, Zichis Agro-Allied Industries Plc, has announced that its 3rd annual general meeting (AGM) will be held on Thursday, 30 April 2026. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the company disclosed that the AGM is scheduled to take place at the Conference Centre, No. 1 Golf Resort Drive, Presidential Boulevard, Abeokuta, Ogun State. According to the company, shareholders…
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Oil tycoons deny paying bribes to former Nigerian minister
Two oil executives have denied paying bribes to former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke, a court has been told. Statements made by Kevin Okyere and Igho Sanomi to UK investigators were read out in Southwark Crown Court on Tuesday. The men are part of a group of industry insiders who are alleged to have bankrolled spending sprees and luxury home…
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Nigeria’s commercial capital Lagos bets on local power as grid falters
Lagos is betting that Nigeria’s chronic electricity shortages can be addressed outside the national grid, scaling up state-backed power generation and distribution after securing 400 megawatts of new supply, the state’s energy commissioner said. Africa’s largest city is pressing ahead under reforms that allow sub-national governments to regulate power as Nigeria’s grid struggles. At least 22 other states are also…
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Ogun 2027: Senator Adeola moves to unite APC, seeks Iyabo Obasanjo’s support
Senator Solomon Adeola has intensified moves to unify the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State following his emergence as the party’s consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship election. Governor Dapo Abiodun had earlier announced Adeola as the APC consensus candidate after consultations with party stakeholders, a move aimed at promoting unity and continuity within the party. Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter…
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Saturday evening with the Okigbos — three things I took home — by Osita Chidoka
Patrick and Awele Okigbo opened their home last Saturday for what became a genuinely stimulating evening—a book club, but not the performative kind. Prof Okey Ikechukwu held us to what Yuen Yuen Ang actually argued in How China Escaped the Poverty Trap. The Chinese ambassador was in the room. The author, Prof Ang, joined by Zoom. Alongside Chichi Anigolu of…
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Five takeaways from the King’s historic address to Congress
King Charles III’s visit to the US was meant to be a celebration – of America’s 250th anniversary, of enduring Anglo-American ties and of the “special relationship”. But it has also been billed as a rescue mission. The current state of US-UK relations is strained – a reflection of British reluctance to fully back the joint US-Israeli war against Iran.…
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Mali leader says situation under control in first speech since attacks
The leader of Mali’s military government, Assimi Goita, on Tuesday made his first public appearance since insurgents launched coordinated attacks over the weekend, vowing in a televised address to “neutralize” those responsible. West Africa’s al Qaeda affiliate and a Tuareg-dominated separatist group hit Mali’s main army base and the area near Bamako’s airport in the attacks on Saturday, while also…
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Nollywood actor Adeniyi Johnson raises alarm over impostor’s fraudulent acts
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Popular Nollywood actor, Adeniyi Johnson, has raised the alarm over the fraudulent activities of an impostor, dissociating himself from the impersonator. The 48-year-old actor made this known on Tuesday via his Instagram page, revealing that the impostor has been contacting people with fake business proposals. Johnson shared a screenshot showing how the impersonator created a group…
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