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Nigeria, Iran, and the next election — by Lasisi Olagunju
On August 2, 1100, England’s King William II went hunting in the New Forest in southern England. During the chase, an arrow shot at a stag by his companion, the Norman nobleman Walter Tirel struck an oak tree, ricocheted, and pierced the king’s chest. The king died right there. The spot where he fell is today marked by the Rufus…
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Iran confirms Russia’s helping ‘in many different directions’ in its war with US-Israel: ‘It’s not a secret’
Russia has been aiding Iran in “many different directions” in its war with the United States and Israel, Iran’s foreign minister confirmed — just days after it emerged Russia was sharing intelligence about the location of US forces in the Middle East. “A military cooperation between Iran and Russia is not something new. It’s not a secret,” Iranian Foreign Minister…
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Makinde PDP faction suffers setback as Appeal Court upholds ruling against Ibadan convention
The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Seyi Makinde has suffered a major setback after the Court of Appeal in Abuja upheld a judgment restraining the party from conducting its national convention held in Ibadan in November 2025. In a ruling delivered on Monday, a three-member panel of the appellate court dismissed an appeal filed by the…
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PHOTO NEWS: Makinde, Anyaoku, Obi of Onitsha, other dignitaries attend Awolowo’s 117th posthumous birthday in Ikenne
Former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Emeka Anyaoku, the Obi of Onitsha, Seyi Makinde, Afenifere leaders, and other dignitaries from government, academia, and the business sector gathered in Ikenne to mark the 117th posthumous birthday of the late sage, Chief Obafemi Awolowo. Oba Adedokun Abolarin, Orangun of Oke Ila, shared highlights of the event in a social media post, praising the organisation and…
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A’Ibom, Cross River people will continue to live as brothers — Gov Eno
The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, has reaffirmed the longstanding bond between the people of Akwa Ibom and Cross River State, urging residents of both states to continue to live in peace and harmony. Eno made the call during a special Sunday worship service at Liberty Gospel Church in Calabar, where he addressed Akwa Ibom indigenes residing and…
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Bwala faced cross-examination, not interview, says TV anchor Aniagolu
An anchor with Arise TV, Charles Aniagolu, has criticised the recent appearance of presidential aide Daniel Bwala on Al Jazeera, saying the programme resembled a cross-examination rather than a conventional interview. Bwala had appeared on Head to Head, a programme hosted by journalist Mehdi Hasan, which examined the administration of President Bola Tinubu under the theme “Nigeria: Renewed hope or…
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Wike approves confirmation for 1,659 FCTA employees
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the confirmation of appointment of 1,659 staff of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The workers are among the 2,281 candidates who sat for a confirmation examination conducted by the FCT Civil Service Commission on February 28, 2026. In a statement issued on Sunday by the minister’s Senior…
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Tinubu’s policies repositioning Nigeria’s mining industry — Alake
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has attributed the recent growth recorded in Nigeria’s solid minerals sector to reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu. Alake said the reforms have increased the sector’s contribution to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), attracted more foreign direct investment and strengthened Nigeria’s position as an emerging destination for global mining investment. The…
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JUST IN: Mojtaba Khamenei appointed Iran’s Supreme Leader after father’s death
Iran has officially named Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new supreme leader, following the killing of his father, Ali Khamenei, state media reports confirmed. The decision was announced on Sunday by the Assembly of Experts, the clerical body constitutionally responsible for selecting Iran’s highest authority. In a statement, the Assembly urged Iranians to remain united and pledge allegiance to the…
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Kwara United defeat Katsina United as NPFL enters decisive phase
By Tosin Omojola – Relegation-threatened Kwara United of Ilorin recorded an important away win as Matchday 29 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) took centre stage. The Harmony Boys boosted their survival hopes by defeating hosts Katsina United 2-1. Flying Antelopes, Rangers International FC, produced the biggest win of the week with a 4-1 demolition of Remo Stars of…
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