05.08.2026

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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...

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....

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....

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....

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