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Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu: Interim Military Report Names Army Colonel as Coordinator

An interim military investigation has identified a serving Army Colonel as the alleged coordinator of a multi-service plot to overthrow Nigeria’s civilian government. Investigators say the operation progressed beyond dissent into early operational planning, prompting arrests across the armed forces and triggering formal military judicial processes amid heightened concerns over national stability.

Ifeanyi Ekwueme Steps Down as Enyimba FC Sporting Director, Focuses on Personal Ventures

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Ifeanyi Ekwueme, former Super Eagles winger, has stepped down as the Sporting Director of Enyimba FC. Citing the need to focus on his personal business ventures, Ekwueme expressed his love for the club but acknowledged the need for a new direction at this stage of his life.

Zamfara APC Denies Bello Turji Membership, Calls Card ‘Fake’

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The Zamfara State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has denied claims that notorious bandit leader Bello Turji is a registered member of the party, describing a circulating APC membership card bearing his name as fake. Party officials say the allegation is a deliberate attempt to politicise insecurity and damage public trust amid ongoing counter-banditry operations.

ADC Says Nigerians Ready for 2027, Warns Opposition Still Disunited

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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.