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Shettima celebrates First Lady at 65, hails impact of Renewed Hope Initiative
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 65th birthday, describing her as a symbol of unity, compassion, and service to humanity. In a statement personally signed on Sunday, the Vice President praised the First Lady’s contributions to nation-building through the Renewed Hope Initiative — a…
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Fubara and the witches, by Festus Adedayo
Three Nigerian “witches” just got beaten by a midnight downpour. They are, Siminalayi Fubara, Nyesom Wike and Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in ascending order. Last Thursday, September 18, 2025, there was an initial apprehension in Rivers State over whether its reinstated governor, Fubara, was “coming home.” An earlier excitedness over the end of emergency rule got momentarily dampened. Apprehension however dissolved…
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NPFL clubs chase points in matchday five
By Tosin Omojola – Only six fixtures will be played this weekend as the NPFL 2025/26 season enters matchday five. While continental duties have led to the postponement of matches involving Rangers vs. Abia Warriors, Remo Stars vs. Kano Pillars, Kwara United vs. Plateau United, and Barau FC vs. Rivers United, other games will light up the Nigerian top flight.…
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El-Rufai’s dangerous political rhetoric without substance, by Kayode Adebiyi
As Nigeria begins to feel the real impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s bold economic reforms, from the steady drop in inflation to the gradual return of price stability across markets, some elements in the opposition camp seem more focused on stirring political tension than acknowledging the country’s progress. In what many see as a calculated attempt to stay relevant…
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Starmer set to announce UK recognition of Palestinian state
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state in a statement on Sunday afternoon. The prime minister said in July that the UK would shift its position unless Israel met several conditions, including agreeing to a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and committing to a long-term peace process leading to a Palestinian state co-existing…
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Falconets set for Rwanda clash in U-20 World Cup qualifier
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, will be aiming for goals when they face their Rwandan counterparts on Sunday in Kigali. Both teams will take to the pitch later today in the first leg of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifier. Ahead of the encounter, Falconets’ head coach, Moses Aduku, stated that his…
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Lagos police arrest notorious armed robber behind Allen Avenue jewellery heist
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of notorious armed robbery kingpin and hired assassin, John Samuel. The 28-year-old ex-convict was apprehended in his hideout in Epe on Thursday, September 19, 2025, around 2:00 p.m., following a coordinated intelligence-led operation by the police. According to a press statement signed by Deputy Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bababseyi Oluseyi,…
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Remi Tinubu: Primus inter pares First Lady at 65, by Mobolaji Sanusi
“There are two great days in a person’s life—the day we are born, and the day we discover why.” — William Barclay The celebration of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s 65th birthday today is uniquely an issue because of two things: The esteemed position she occupies, and secondly because of her admirable assertive but simplistic humility despite her privileged…
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The lie Igbos must confront in Nigeria, by Chioma Ahaghotu
The very first lie we must confront is the dangerous notion that Igbo people are not free in Nigeria. This falsehood has been repeated so often that many have begun to internalize it, walking around as if they are captives in their own land. Freeborns reducing themselves to the mindset of slaves in need of “liberation.” It is one of…
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I never sought third term as president — Obasanjo insists
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has firmly denied long-standing claims that he attempted to extend his presidency beyond the constitutionally permitted two terms, stating that he never pursued such a goal. Speaking at a democracy dialogue hosted by the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation in Accra, Ghana, Obasanjo dismissed the allegations as baseless and challenged anyone, living or dead, to provide proof.…
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