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Tinubu Declares Fubara APC Leader in Rivers Amid Impeachment Tensions

President Bola Tinubu has formally affirmed that Governor Siminalayi Fubara is the leader of the APC in Rivers State, amid ongoing impeachment tensions and political rivalry with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. The clarification, conveyed by presidential aides, reinforces party hierarchy and underscores the administration’s position on due process and constitutional order during the unfolding political crisis.

Supreme Court Ends Kudirat Abiola Murder Case as Lagos Abandons Appeal

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Nigeria’s apex court has formally closed the long-running Kudirat Abiola murder case, ruling that Lagos State abandoned its appeal by failing to act for nine years. The decision ends all legal efforts to revive the prosecution of former military officer Hamza Al-Mustapha, bringing final judicial closure to one of Nigeria’s most politically significant criminal cases nearly three decades after the assassination.

APC 2027 Warning: Baba-Ahmed Says Defections Do Not Guarantee Votes

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Former political adviser Hakeem Baba-Ahmed has warned the ruling All Progressives Congress that high-profile defections ahead of the 2027 elections may not translate into electoral success. He argued that voter behaviour is shaped more by performance and trust than by elite movements, cautioning that political arithmetic does not always reflect realities at the polls.

Makoko Demolitions: Lagos Government Defends Clearance as CAPPA Reports 10,000+ Displaced

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Fresh demolitions in Makoko have reignited debate over urban safety and social justice in Lagos after civil society groups reported that more than 10,000 residents were displaced. While the Lagos State Government insists the exercise was necessary to protect lives under high-tension power lines, rights advocates argue that the operation lacked adequate safeguards and humane resettlement plans.

Ohanaeze Warns New York Times Over Nigeria Airstrike Report, Cites Risk of Ethnic Tension

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Ohanaeze Ndigbo has warned The New York Times against publishing what it described as unverified and inflammatory claims linking Igbo individuals to intelligence used for U.S. airstrikes in Nigeria. The group says such reporting risks reviving ethnic tensions and undermining national cohesion amid ongoing security challenges.

Kaduna Church Abduction: Police Confirm Attack After Initial Denials, Deploy Tactical Units

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Confusion surrounded reports of a mass abduction at two churches in Kaduna State after authorities initially dismissed the claims, only for police to later confirm the incident. The reversal has triggered a full-scale security response in Kajuru Local Government Area, where tactical units are now conducting coordinated rescue operations amid mounting public anxiety.

Nigeria vs Algeria: No Revenge, Just Results — Simon Sets Tone for AFCON Quarter-Final

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Moses Simon insists Nigeria are focused on winning, not revenge, as the Super Eagles face Algeria in a high-stakes AFCON quarter-final. With both teams unbeaten, Nigeria’s attacking firepower meets Algeria’s defensive resilience in a clash set to define the tournament’s direction.

Wike vs Fubara: ‘No Second Term’ Threat Raises Stakes in Rivers 2027 Power Battle

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Rivers State’s fragile political truce is under fresh strain after FCT Minister Nyesom Wike openly declared that his political career would end if Governor Siminalayi Fubara secures a second term. The statement has reignited fears of a renewed power struggle ahead of the 2027 elections.

Niger State Attack: Tinubu Orders Security Chiefs to Hunt Killers After 42 Villagers Slain

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At least 42 people, including children, have been killed in coordinated attacks on communities in Niger State’s Agwara and Borgu local government areas. As outrage spreads nationwide, President Bola Tinubu has ordered security chiefs to track down the perpetrators and rescue abducted victims, amid mounting criticism over Nigeria’s deepening security crisis.

Tax Reform Chaos: 48 Hours In, Nigeria Enforces a New Regime Amid Law, Trust and Legitimacy Crisis

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Barely 48 hours into Nigeria’s new tax regime, controversy has shifted from policy to legitimacy. Allegations that the gazetted tax laws differ from what lawmakers passed have triggered confusion among businesses and citizens, even as President Bola Tinubu insists enforcement must continue. Critics warn Nigeria may already be collecting taxes under a law whose credibility is in dispute.