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Amaechi Arrives Lafia, Met by ‘Tinubu Must Go’ Protesters
Rotimi Amaechi arrived in Lafia for political engagements ahead of the 2027 election and was met by protesters displaying “Tinubu Must Go” placards.
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Hajia Lateefat Sowunmi-Kolapo Installed as Grand Matron of Ogun Muslim Council
Hajia Lateefat Sowunmi-Kolapo, Ogun PDP's deputy governorship candidate, has been appointed Grand Matron of the Ogun State Muslim Council.
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2027: I Will Make Life Affordable Again — Atiku Pledges
Atiku Abubakar has pledged to make life more affordable if elected in 2027, proposing targeted support for locally refined fuel and stricter oversight.
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Independence: Otti Urges Nigerians to Reject Vote-Selling, Ethnic Sentiments
Alex Otti has urged Nigerians to reject vote-selling, political apathy and primordial sentiments while embracing responsible citizenship and active participation in governance.
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Independence: Jonathan Urges Leaders to Prioritise Good Governance, Rule of Law
Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigeria's political leaders to prioritise good governance, accountability and the rule of law while calling on citizens to protect peace and democracy.
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Independence: Labour Party Urges Leaders to Emulate Otti's Leadership
The Labour Party has urged governors and other political leaders to emulate Alex Otti's leadership while calling on Nigerians to remain hopeful ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Court Dismisses Suit Challenging Donald Duke’s PRP Presidential Candidacy
The Federal High Court has dismissed a suit challenging Donald Duke’s emergence as the PRP’s 2027 presidential candidate, while the plaintiff has indicated plans to appeal.
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UK Prime Minister Burnham Unveils Ambitious Public Service Expansion
At the Labour Party conference, Prime Minister Burnham calls for a major overhaul of public services to improve the nation's future.
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Ethiopia Accuses Sudan and Egypt of Fueling Regional Tensions
Ethiopia alleges that Sudan and Egypt are supporting armed groups, raising fears of escalating conflict in the region.
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PDP Defends Adebutu's Candidacy Amid Eligibility Claims
The Ogun State PDP has rejected allegations regarding Adebutu's eligibility for the 2027 governorship race, calling them unfounded and politically driven.
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APM Urges World Bank to Withhold Fresh Loans to Tinubu Administration
The Allied Peoples Movement has asked the World Bank and other lenders to withhold fresh loans to Nigeria, following reports of proposed $1.5 billion financing.
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Amadi Records ₦300 Million in Community Interventions Across Owerri Zone in August
Dr Chima Matthew Amadi, the APP senatorial candidate for Imo East, says he committed approximately ₦300 million from his personal resources to support 116 communities, women’s groups, town unions and organisations across the nine LGAs of Owerri Zone in August 2026.
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