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Gunfire and blasts rock Mali as attackers hit capital and other cities, residents say
Residents in cities across Mali reported gunfire and blasts on Saturday morning, suggesting a possible coordinated attack by armed groups. BAMAKO, Mali — Gunmen attacked several locations in Mali’s capital and other cities early Saturday in a possible coordinated assault, residents and authorities said. Mali’s army said in a statement that “unidentified armed terrorist groups targeted certain locations and barracks…
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PHOTO NEWS: In first outing after exit, Edun hosts Hamzat at Ikoyi residence
Former Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, on Saturday made his first public appearance in Lagos after leaving the administration of President Bola Tinubu, receiving the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, at his Ikoyi residence. Edun was recently relieved of his ministerial duties earlier in the week, following a cabinet reshuffle. Hamzat, who…
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PHOTO NEWS: Atiku, Makinde, Mark, Aregbesola lead opposition summit in Ibadan
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for a united opposition in Nigeria, saying the move is necessary to defend and sustain the country’s democracy. In a post on X on Saturday following the National Opposition Summit in Ibadan, Atiku said opposition leaders spoke “with one voice” on the need for unity driven by national interest. “At today’s National Opposition…
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Lagos Polo: The club that outlasted everything — by Kio Amachree
Six decades at the Lagos Polo Club — and what it taught me about power, race, and who Nigeria really belongs to I judge the economic health of Nigeria by observing the membership of the Lagos Polo Club.When a club keeps on surviving the ups and downs of Nigerian politics and economic development, one should ask: why do the members…
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Makinde warns against one-party dominance, says Nigeria must avoid another ‘Operation Wetie’
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has warned against moves towards a one-party system in Nigeria, saying such a development could weaken democratic governance and risk a return to past political unrest. Speaking at a summit of opposition political party leaders in Ibadan, the governor referenced the country’s history of political violence, particularly the Operation Wetie crisis of the 1960s,…
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Politics and the apolitical life: Why politics matter in everything — by Tunji Olaopa
In this piece, I will be taking seriously the wisdom of Pericles and Aristotle; one was one of the founding statesmen of Athenian democracy, and the other one of Greece’s greatest philosophers. Both participated in the crafting of the general principles of political life and understanding that Greece gave to the rest of the world. I am interested in teasing…
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Army destroys IPOB/ESN hideout in Imo, recovers remains of slain personnel
The Nigerian Army has destroyed a hideout belonging to the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), in Imo State, recovering suspected remains of slain personnel. The operation, carried out by troops of the 82 Division in collaboration with other security agencies, took place on Friday, along the Ubaha Orsu axis of…
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What’s that noise? Response to Ukeje, ADC legislators’ claims — by Sunday Dare
Even before the official commencement of the election season and before the Polls open, the “opposition”, a hurriedly stitched together contraption in search of a launch pad are screaming blue murder. The script is familiar: attack and blackmail the President, discredit and second guess the electoral process and hold Press briefings to flaunt unsubstantiated allegations and lies against the administration.…
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Eno assures timely completion of Ewet Luxury Garden estate in Uyo
Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has assured that the 35-unit Ewet Luxury Garden estate in Uyo will soon be ready for use. Eno gave the assurance on Friday shortly after hosting a special birthday breakfast at the estate’s Experience Centre, where he commended the quality of work delivered on the project. The governor said he had earlier directed…
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Rethinking Nigeria’s debt debate — by Isaiah Osezele
Nigeria’s public debt conversation is often framed in alarmist terms, but much of the anxiety stems from a fundamental misunderstanding of how modern economies use credit. Unlike advanced economies where credit is deeply integrated into daily life, Nigeria remains largely cash-oriented. For many citizens, borrowing is seen less as a financial tool and more as a last resort. This cultural…
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