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2027 Presidency: Zoning causes rumpus, PDP intensifies move to woo Jonathan

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Some leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party are intensifying consultations to persuade former President Goodluck Jonathan to run in 2027, even as zoning controversies deepen. Northern aspirant Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim insists zoning the ticket to the South will not stand, setting the stage for a convention showdown....

Olawepo-Hashim Challenges PDP Zoning, Declares 2027 Contest Will Be Open

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Northern aspirant Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has vowed to challenge the Peoples Democratic Party’s zoning of its 2027 presidential ticket to the South. Speaking in Abuja, he declared that the NEC’s decision would not stand, stressing that the national convention holds the final authority. Party leaders in the FCT have already pledged open support for his candidacy....

Burkina Faso, Mali Snub African Military Conference in Abuja

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Burkina Faso and Mali boycotted the high-level African Defence Chiefs Conference hosted in Abuja, deepening tensions between junta-led Sahel states and their West African neighbours. Niger, represented by its defence attaché, was the only Alliance of Sahel States member in attendance....

PDP Reps Caucus Backs Party’s 2027 Strategy

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) caucus in the House of Representatives has pledged full support for the party’s 2027 election strategy. Emerging from an emergency meeting in Abuja, lawmakers said they would abide by all decisions of the party’s organs and work to strengthen unity ahead of the national convention in November....

Wike Aide Calls for Social Media NIN/ID Regulation

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A top aide to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has called for tighter controls on social media accounts in Nigeria, proposing mandatory use of National Identification Numbers (NIN) and valid government-issued IDs. The move, he argued, would reduce misinformation and boost accountability in Nigeria’s digital space....

Kano Government Denies ₦6.5bn Diversion Allegation

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The Kano State Government has dismissed allegations that aides to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf diverted ₦6.5bn in state funds. Officials described the claims, now before the Federal High Court, as “politically motivated falsehoods,” accusing opposition groups of orchestrating smear campaigns to destabilise the administration....

FG Unveils Digital Portal for Teachers’ Registration, Licensing

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The Federal Government has unveiled a new digital portal to streamline teacher registration and licensing nationwide. Developed by the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) with UK-backed support, the platform promises a credible database of qualified professionals and seamless access to training, aiming to restore dignity to Nigeria’s teaching workforce....

NDLEA: How Drug Syndicate Framed 3 Nigerians in Saudi Arabia

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The NDLEA has uncovered a criminal syndicate at Kano’s airport that framed three Nigerians arrested for drug trafficking in Saudi Arabia. The victims, including two women on pilgrimage, were unknowingly tagged with drug-laden bags. The agency says it is working with Saudi authorities to secure their release after arresting six suspects...

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