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Rivers Administrator Ibas Swears In Wike Loyalists After Controversial Polls, Atiku Slams Exercise, APC Fires Back

Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) has sworn in 23 local government chairmen after Saturday’s controversial polls dominated by Wike loyalists. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar branded the exercise a sham, while the APC dismissed his criticism as reckless.

Ojulari Reveals NNPC Under Attack, Defends Refinery Revival Drive

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NNPC GCEO Bayo Ojulari has declared that the corporation is “under attack” from vested interests opposed to reform. He vowed to stay the course, insisting the Ojulari NNPC under attack refinery revival plan will be sustainable, not a short-term fix. Oil union PENGASSAN has pledged full backing.

How Osinbajo Clashed with DSS over Sowore’s Detention

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Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo reportedly confronted the Department of State Services (DSS) during the Buhari era over the unlawful detention of activist Omoyele Sowore. Accounts reveal Osinbajo clashed with security chiefs after DSS refused to obey a court order, highlighting internal rifts within the presidency.

Presidency Slams Daily Trust for ‘Falsehoods, Division,’ Urges Nigerians to Shun Paper

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The Presidency has launched a fierce attack on Daily Trust, accusing the newspaper of spreading falsehoods, fueling division, and undermining national unity with its coverage of Tinubu’s government. Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga urged Nigerians to reject the publication as untrustworthy.

North-West Tops Tinubu’s Project List with ₦5.97tr — Lamido Warns No Northerner Will Back Tinubu in 2027

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The Federal Government says the North-West is the largest beneficiary of President Tinubu’s capital projects, with ₦5.97 trillion allocated. But ex-Jigawa governor Sule Lamido has fired back, declaring that no “right-thinking northerner” will vote for Tinubu in 2027 after years of hardship, insecurity, and betrayal under APC rule.

El-Rufai Accuses Kaduna Government of Sponsoring Banditry and Political Violence

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Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has launched a blistering attack on his successor, alleging that the Kaduna government funds banditry and orchestrated violence against his party meeting. In a wide-ranging interview, El-Rufai also faulted the Tinubu administration’s security policies, predicting electoral defeat for the president in 2027

NPFL Woos NTA After StarTimes ₦6bn Broadcast Deal Collapse

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The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) is seeking a broadcast partnership with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) after its five-year, ₦6bn deal with StarTimes collapsed. NPFL Chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye confirmed talks with NTA to beam 10 weekly matches nationwide, following StarTimes’ withdrawal over poor returns and rising production costs.

FG Defends Passport Fee Hike, Says Reform Will Curb Corruption and Delays

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The Federal Government has defended its decision to raise Nigerian passport fees to ₦100,000 and ₦200,000 from September 1. Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo said the reform will ensure timely delivery, eliminate corruption, and protect the integrity of Nigeria’s travel documents. He promised Nigerians will now receive passports within one week of enrolment.

Tinubu Returns from Japan and Brazil, Signs Strategic MoUs for Nigeria’s Growth

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President Bola Tinubu has returned from official visits to Japan and Brazil, announcing agreements covering aviation, energy, trade, agriculture, and science. The highlight was the planned return of Brazilian oil giant Petrobras to Nigeria, alongside a bilateral air services deal enabling direct Lagos–São Paulo flights. Tinubu said the pacts will boost growth, jobs, and national pride.

Bala Mohammed Rules Out Muslim-Muslim Ticket, Eyes 2027 PDP Strategy

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Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed says the Peoples Democratic Party will avoid a Muslim-Muslim ticket in the 2027 presidential race. He stressed the PDP would prioritise Nigeria’s diversity, hinting at a possible southern Christian candidate paired with a northern Muslim. Mohammed described such a balance as critical to matching the ruling APC’s Tinubu/Shettima ticket.