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ADC Says Nigerians Ready for 2027, Warns Opposition Still Disunited

The African Democratic Congress says Nigerians are politically ready for the 2027 general election but warns that opposition parties remain fragmented and unprepared to challenge the ruling APC. Party leaders argue that public discontent is rising faster than opposition coordination, raising questions about whether voter readiness alone can translate into meaningful political change.

Fayose Attacks Makinde Over Claim That Tinubu Rejected PDP Support

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Former Ekiti State governor Ayodele Fayose has launched a sharp attack on Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over claims that President Bola Tinubu rejected PDP support during the 2023 election. Fayose accused Makinde of political revisionism, reopening deep divisions within the PDP and exposing unresolved tensions over cross-party alignments and post-election narratives.

Diezani Alison-Madueke Faces UK Trial Over Alleged Luxury Bribes

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Former Nigerian petroleum minister Diezani Alison-Madueke is at the centre of a UK corruption trial alleging she accepted luxury bribes, including high-value properties and designer goods, in exchange for oil contracts. Prosecutors say the case exposes how global financial systems were used to move illicit wealth, reviving scrutiny of Nigeria’s oil-era corruption and cross-border accountability.

FCT Strike Fallout: Wike Confirms ₦12bn Salary Approval as NLC Warns Against ‘Scapegoating’

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The fallout from the suspended FCT workers’ strike deepened on Tuesday after FCT Minister Nyesom Wike confirmed a ₦12bn salary approval, while the Nigeria Labour Congress warned against scapegoating officials. Labour leaders insisted the dispute stemmed from delayed implementation, as court-ordered mediation moves the parties back to negotiations.

JOHESU Strike: Why Health Workers Are Split Over Salary Structures

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The ongoing JOHESU strike has exposed deep divisions within Nigeria’s health sector over salary structures, with the Nigerian Medical Association rejecting claims backed by NLC and TUC. At the centre of the dispute are longstanding differences between CONHESS and CONMESS pay frameworks, raising broader questions about equity, roles, and remuneration across public hospitals.

NAFDAC Explains Sachet Alcohol Ban, Clarifies Scope and Timeline

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The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has clarified the rationale, scope and timeline of the sachet alcohol ban, amid widespread public confusion. The regulator stressed that the policy is driven by public health concerns and is being implemented in phases, with engagement ongoing to balance health priorities and economic realities.

2026 UTME Registration: Fees, Dates, Guidelines

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has opened registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), outlining key dates, approved fees and guidelines for candidates nationwide. The process, which includes biometric capture and profile creation, is expected to attract millions of applicants seeking admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions.

National Grid Collapses Again, Second Time in Four Days

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Nigeria’s national electricity grid has collapsed again, marking the second system failure in four days and renewing concerns over the fragility of the country’s power infrastructure. The incident triggered widespread outages across several states, raising questions about grid stability, operational resilience, and the pace of long-promised reforms in the electricity sector.

How Military Arraignments Work in National Security Cases

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Military arraignments linked to national security matters are governed by a distinct legal and institutional framework aimed at balancing state stability with due process. Unlike...

Military to Arraign Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu Government

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The Nigerian military has confirmed plans to arraign officers over an alleged coup plot, stressing that the process will follow established legal and disciplinary procedures. Authorities emphasised that the development does not imply guilt and urged the public to avoid speculation, noting that due process remains central as investigations progress