04.05.2026

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Tinubu, Obi React as Abuja–Kaduna Train Derails, NRC Pledges Swift Action

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President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the Abuja–Kaduna train derailment that injured several passengers, assuring Nigerians that he awaits a full briefing to ensure swift corrective measures. Labour Party’s Peter Obi also reacted, stressing the importance of restoring public confidence in rail transport. NRC says investigations are ongoing....

NRC Boss Takes Responsibility for Abuja–Kaduna Train Derailment

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The Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Kayode Opeifa, has accepted full responsibility for the Abuja–Kaduna train derailment that injured several passengers on Tuesday. Speaking on Channels TV, he described the incident as a “near miss,” promised transparency in investigations, and assured Nigerians that safety audits would prevent recurrence....

Segun Sowunmi Says Peter Obi Refuses to Listen, Accuses Him of Avoiding Primaries

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PDP chieftain Segun Sowunmi has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, accusing him of avoiding primaries and refusing advice to return to the PDP. Speaking on Nigeria Info FM, Sowunmi said Obi “thinks he is too clever” and wants the ticket handed to him without due process....

El-Rufai – I Won’t Contest For Any Position, I Don’t Want To Go To The Senate

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Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has ruled out contesting for any political office, including the Senate, insisting his renewed involvement in politics is to support credible leadership. Speaking in Kaduna, he accused the current administration of lies and urged Nigerians, especially youths, to unite and drive reform....

Group warns Jonathan: ‘They want to destroy you politically

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A Niger Delta socio-political group has cautioned former President Goodluck Jonathan against yielding to calls for a 2027 comeback. The South-South Reawakening Group warned that those urging him into the race are “enemies of Nigeria” seeking to divide southern votes and weaken President Tinubu, potentially paving the way for a northern victory....

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....

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....

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....

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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