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Wike to PDP Governors: “Your Arrogance Will Bury the Party”

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has warned that the Peoples Democratic Party faces collapse under the weight of arrogance and impunity from its governors. Speaking during his monthly media chat, Wike said the upcoming convention in Ibadan is illegal and accused state leaders of sidelining major stakeholders in critical party decisions.

Nasarawa Governor Abdullahi Sule Defends Buhari, Warns Against Political Hypocrisy

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Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa has criticised politicians who once praised former President Muhammadu Buhari but now deride his legacy. Speaking at the NIPR Diamond Lecture, Sule said sycophancy destroyed Buhari’s administration and warned that opportunistic politics threatens Nigeria’s moral compass and democratic maturity ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Tinubu’s Military Shake-Up: The Coup Rumour, the Silence, and the Strategy Behind the Storm

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President Bola Tinubu’s sweeping military reshuffle has triggered one of the most intense political debates in months. Beneath the surface of “routine adjustment” lies a story of regime anxiety, loyalty management, and Nigeria’s fragile balance of power — a move some see as a pre-emptive strike against whispers of a coup, others as pure governance calculus.

Senate Confirms Prof. Joash Amupitan as INEC Chairman

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The Senate has confirmed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan as Nigeria’s new INEC Chairman, following his screening at the National Assembly. Amupitan pledged to modernise Nigeria’s electoral process using drones and technology to reach remote areas, vowing that “no voter will be left behind.” His confirmation signals the start of a new era for Nigeria’s election management.

Dangote Refinery Deploys CNG Trucks as Petrol Prices Rise Nationwide

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The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has begun using compressed natural gas (CNG)-powered trucks to distribute petrol at ₦850 per litre, amid nationwide price surges. Market data show retail prices rising to ₦955 per litre in major cities, despite hopes that direct Dangote supply would stabilise costs. The move signals a deepening realignment in Nigeria’s fuel economy.

Tinubu’s Clemency: FG Clarifies No Inmate Released Yet Under Presidential Prerogative of Mercy

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The Federal Government has clarified that no inmate has been released under President Bola Tinubu’s recent Prerogative of Mercy exercise, saying the process remains in its final administrative stage. Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi explained that the Council of State’s approval was followed by standard legal verification to ensure full compliance with the rule of law before any releases occur.

APC Secures Two-Thirds Majority in Senate After New Wave of Defections

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Nigeria’s ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), has achieved a two-thirds majority in the Senate following fresh defections from opposition lawmakers across multiple states. The new alignment strengthens the party’s legislative control and gives President Bola Tinubu unprecedented leverage over reform bills and confirmations.

FG Scraps Mathematics as Compulsory Subject for Arts Students in Landmark Admission Reform

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The Federal Government has overhauled Nigeria’s tertiary education admission framework, removing Mathematics as a compulsory subject for students in the Arts and Humanities. The new rule, outlined in the revised National Entry Guidelines, is aimed at dismantling structural barriers that have for years prevented thousands of students from gaining university admission.

ASUU STRIKE GROUNDS VARSITIES NATIONWIDE — FG ORDERS ‘NO WORK, NO PAY

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Public universities across Nigeria have been grounded as ASUU begins a two-week warning strike over unpaid entitlements and unmet agreements. The Federal Government responded with a hardline “no work, no pay” order, mandating universities to record lecturers’ attendance. The NLC warned of a wider labour showdown if the impasse continues.

Osimhen Unleashed: The Emotional Leader Who Gave Super Eagles a Second Life

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Victor Osimhen’s hat-trick didn’t just win a match — it revived a fading dream. The Super Eagles, once stumbling and unsure, found their heartbeat again in Uyo. But as Nigeria heads to the playoffs in Morocco, the celebration is tempered by reality: this is a second life, not salvation.