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Obi denies political motive in N10m donation to Anambra hospital
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, on Friday dismissed claims that his donations to education and health institutions across the country are politically motivated. Obi made the clarification during a visit to The Good Hope Specialist Hospital in Isulo, along Basden Road in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State, where he donated ₦10…
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‘Stop oppressive policies’: PDP tackles Tinubu govt as Nigerians mark Eid-el-Maulud
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called on the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to review policies it says are inflicting hardship on Nigerians. In a statement congratulating Muslims on the 2025 Eid-el-Maulud celebration, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, said millions of citizens are unable to fully partake in the festivities due to “excruciating hardship occasioned by APC…
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I believe Tinubu can be defeated in 2027, says Tambuwal
….unveils opposition strategy Former Sokoto State governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has declared his commitment to working with opposition forces to unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, describing the effort as a “national consensus.” Speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Friday, Tambuwal said the coalition is focused on a lawful and democratic process to bring about a change…
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Tambuwal: I’ll back Atiku over Wike on Nigeria’s future leadership
Former Sokoto State Governor, Aminu Tambuwal, has said he would support former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, if faced with a choice on Nigeria’s future leadership. Speaking during an interview on Politics Today on Friday, Tambuwal said his political choices are guided strictly by principles of leadership rather than personal relationships.…
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Atiku raises alarm over alleged use of security agencies against opponents
Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has described the recent summons of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, the leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the attack on former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, and the disruption of the Katsina Elders Forum security meeting as a “coordinated and dangerous assault on…
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Edo govt fires back at PDP over claims of leadership vacuum, luxury vehicle plan
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the state government are at loggerheads over allegations that Governor Monday Okpebholo and his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, have abandoned their duties for foreign trips while planning to spend N4.2 billion on luxury vehicles for newly nominated commissioners. In a statement on Thursday, the PDP Publicity Secretary, Chris Nehikhare, accused…
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Jonathan reflects on 2015 betrayals, slams dishonesty in Nigerian politics
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revisited the betrayals he faced during his unsuccessful bid for re-election in 2015, describing Nigeria’s political culture as plagued by dishonesty and inconsistency. Speaking on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the 70th birthday celebration of former Edo State deputy governor, Mike Oghiadomhe, in Benin City, Jonathan said his former Chief of Staff remained one of…
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Osun ALGON opposes alleged APC interference in council accounts
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON), Osun State chapter, has strongly opposed what it described as interference by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the management of local government accounts. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo, the state ALGON chairman, Sarafa Awotunde, condemned the reported move by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to…
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Police summon ex- Kaduna governor El-rufai, six others over alleged incitement of public disturbance
The Kaduna State Police Command has invited former governor Nasir El-Rufai for questioning over allegations of criminal conspiracy, incitement of public disturbance, mischief, and causing grievous harm. According to an invitation letter signed by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Criminal Investigation, Zubairu Abdullahi, El-Rufai is to appear alongside key members of the Kaduna State chapter of the…
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Oyo 2027: Shittu declares himself most experienced APC governorship aspirant
By Adejayan Gbenga – Former Minister of Communications, Adebayo Shittu, has declared himself the most qualified All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant for the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State, citing his extensive political experience. Speaking on Arise TV’s Prime Time on Wednesday, Shittu said he stands out among the party’s aspirants, stressing that his record in public service gives him…
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