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SDP Disowns El-Rufai as Rift Erupts in Emerging Opposition Alliance

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has publicly disowned former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai over alleged comments suggesting his involvement in a new opposition alliance. The party insists it has not endorsed any collaboration with El-Rufai and warned against politicizing its position, intensifying rifts within the fragile opposition coalition forming ahead of the 2027 elections.

Dangote Refinery Faces Backlash over Pricing, Monopoly Concerns from Marketers

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Tensions are rising in Nigeria’s downstream oil sector as independent marketers and stakeholders accuse the Dangote Refinery of restrictive pricing, port cost challenges, and monopolistic practices. Despite being Africa’s largest refinery, marketers say it’s currently cheaper to import from Lomé than load domestically. Industry groups are calling for regulatory intervention and open-market reforms.

Ghana Clinch WAFCON Bronze as Nigeria Dominate Awards Table

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Ghana secured third place at WAFCON 2024 with a penalty shootout victory over defending champions South Africa after a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Meanwhile, Nigeria dominated the tournament’s award slate, taking home Best Player, Best Goalkeeper, and Coach of the Tournament following their 3-2 comeback win over Morocco to seal a historic 10th title.

President Tinubu Hails Super Falcons for ‘Mission X’ WAFCON Triumph

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President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu have congratulated Nigeria’s Super Falcons for winning their record 10th WAFCON title. The comeback victory over hosts Morocco was hailed as a symbol of Nigerian resilience. The President described the win as “Mission X: Complete”, applauding the Falcons for conquering Africa yet again in dramatic fashion.

VON vs. Nigeria: When The News Jumped The Whistle

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The Voice of Nigeria has issued a public apology after mistakenly publishing a report that Nigeria lost the WAFCON final to Morocco — before the game even ended. The backlash was swift. Nigerians were livid. VON's Director General is now investigating possible hacking and has pledged sweeping reforms to restore public trust in the state broadcaster.

Super Falcons Stun Morocco in WAFCON Final to Clinch Record 10th Title

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Nigeria's Super Falcons pulled off one of the most dramatic comebacks in WAFCON history, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat hosts Morocco 3-2 in Rabat. Goals from Okoronkwo, Ijamilusi, and Echegini sealed their 10th continental crown and cemented their legacy as Africa’s queens of football.

Shettima Defends Tinubu’s Bold Reforms, Says Fuel Subsidy Removal Was “For Greater Good”

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Vice President Shettima has declared that Tinubu’s removal of fuel subsidy was a courageous act to defeat entrenched oil interests and reset Nigeria’s economy on the path of recovery.

Kwankwaso Accuses Tinubu Govt of Marginalising Northern Nigeria, Warns of Rising Regional Frustration

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NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso has accused President Tinubu’s government of neglecting the North and hoarding national resources in the South, calling for Northern lawmakers to resist constitutional injustice.

Datti Baba-Ahmed Faces Backlash for Calling Abure ‘Labour Party Chairman’ Despite Supreme Court Ruling

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Datti Baba-Ahmed’s public reference to Julius Abure as Labour Party chairman has sparked legal and political backlash, as the party warns that Supreme Court rulings cannot be ignored.

PDP Zones Presidency to South as APC Hints at Kwankwaso Defection

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As PDP zones its 2027 ticket to the South and fixes convention for Ibadan, APC Chair Yilwatda drops a bold hint on Kwankwaso’s possible return, intensifying the battle for Nigeria’s political soul.