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CAF makes U-turn, restores AFCON’s two-year format
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2027 Senatorial Ticket: Court deals Uzodinma major blow, declares Okorocha winner
By Paul Dada The Federal High Court in Abuja has nullified the nomination of Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Imo West Senatorial District in the 2027 elections. Justice Obiora Egwuatu, in his ruling on Thursday, held that former Imo Governor Rochas Okorocha won the party’s primary election held on May 18.
Mayday! Private jet loses door at 3,000 feet after Abuja take-Off
By Paul Dada A private jet operated by Triton Aviation was forced to return to Abuja shortly after take-off and after losing a door while climbing to about 3,000 feet, triggering a Mayday distress call and an emergency response at the airport. The incident occurred on Thursday, 15 October, when the CL60 aircraft, registered as T7-SEI and operating under flight identification DWC052, departed the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.
Nigeria raises oil production to 1.8m bpd
By Paul Dada Nigeria’s crude oil production has climbed to 1.821 million barrels per day, including condensates, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has said. The Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPCL, Bayo Ojulari, said this on Thursday at the 2026 conference of the Association of Energy Correspondents of Nigeria (NAEC) in Lagos.
Curtain falls on Olu Jacobs as Nollywood superstar is laid to rest
By Paul Dada Veteran Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs has been laid to rest in Lagos after a funeral service attended by members of his family, colleagues, friends and prominent figures in the entertainment industry. The service was held on Friday at the Freedom Centre in Lekki, bringing to a close ceremonies held in honour of the acclaimed actor, who died in September aged 82. Among those present were Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and former Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun.
Tinubu ends working vacation, heads back to Nigeria
By Paul Dada President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ended his working vacation and has already departed Paris, France, for the homeward journey to Nigeria. This is according to a statement by Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Bayo Onanuga. The statement says President Tinubu’s aircraft is expected to touch down at Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos, later this evening.
FG inaugurates 10-man panel to probe Niger miners’ deaths
By Paul Dada The Federal Government has inaugurated a 10-member panel to investigate the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Niger State. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, inaugurated the independent committee on Tuesday in Abuja, following President Bola Tinubu’s directive for a comprehensive investigation into the incident.
‘Purge yourself of lies’: APC Campaign Council roars at Peter Obi over Anambra debt, unpaid salaries
By Paul Dada The All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council has accused former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate Peter Obi of misleading Nigerians over his financial record as governor. This follows fresh revelations concerning loans associated with his administration. The council, in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Dele Alake, said claims that Obi left Anambra State without a debt burden had been contradicted by records released by the state government.
‘You Are My Truest Friend’ : Tinubu pours out heart to Oluremi at 66
By Paul Dada President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his wife, Oluremi, on her 66th birthday, describing her as his “truest friend and confidante” and thanking her for standing by him through the difficult and demanding seasons of their life together. Tinubu, in a birthday message, praised his wife for her patience, courage, faith and compassion, saying her support had been central to the life they had built together.
Tinubu: No cover-up! Officials behind Minna deaths must face prosecution
By Paul Dada President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered a full and transparent investigation into the deaths of suspected illegal miners who died while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Minna, Niger State. Tinubu also warned that any government official found to have contributed to the deaths through abuse, negligence or dereliction of duty must be arrested and prosecuted. The deaths occurred following enforcement operations around the Lt. Gen.
Mambilla Saga: APC blows hot, tells Atiku to quit presidential race
By Paul Dada The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council has called on the African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to quit the 2027 presidential race over allegations arising from the stalled Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project in Taraba State. The council made the demand in a statement issued on Friday by its spokesman, Dele Alake, who accused the former vice-president of compromising Nigeria’s interests for personal and financial gain.
Sky will not fall if APC loses under Tinubu – Sanwo- Olu
By Paul Dada Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s democratic credentials, saying the ruling party’s loss of the Osun governorship election shows that democracy is taking firmer root in Nigeria. Sanwo-Olu said this on Thursday at the seventh annual lecture organised by Freedom Online at the Sheraton Hotel in Ikeja, Lagos, where he discussed Nigeria’s democracy and preparations for the 2027 elections.
Navy drops big revelation about Nigeria’s oil thieves
By Paul Dada Oil thieves and operators of illegal refineries in Nigeria operate sophisticated and highly coordinated networks, says the Navy. Making this revelation was the Director of Naval Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, who said the scale of crude oil theft in the country makes it impossible to describe those behind it as mere petty criminals.
Beyond the Blue Line: 10 Lagos problems Sanwo-Olu has failed to solve
By Paul Dada By the time Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State leaves office on May 29, 2027, having spent eight years as the helmsman of Nigeria’s commercial centre, he will surely reel out his achievements during the period.
Update: Gusau formally resigns as NFF President
By Paul Dada Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau has formally resigned as President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), ending his tenure at the helm of the country’s football administration. He did so on Thursday in Abuja during a press conference, following weeks of intense scrutiny over Nigeria’s disappointing results across various levels of international football.
How Adeleke floored Oyebamiji in Osun
By Paul Dada It was expected to be a titanic battle. And so it was. It was predicted to be a two-horse race. And so it was. The 2026 Osun governorship election was a fierce battle between Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Bola Oyebamiji. Forget about the other 11 candidates. They had no weight to pull. They were no real contenders. Call them pretenders and you will not be wrong.
Nigeria’s inflation rate falls to 15.43%
#AnambraDecides Published By Paul Dada Date 17th August, 2026 National Bureau of Statistics Quick Read The July rate was also significantly lower than the 24.94 per cent recorded in July 2025, indicating a substantial moderation in the annual pace of increase in consumer prices over the past year. By Paul Dada Nigeria’s headline inflation rate declined to 15.43 per cent in July 2026, continuing the downward trend recorded in recent months.
Will Obidients ever learn?
By Paul Dada According to Worldometer, Nigeria has a population of over 243 million people. But Statbase says there are over 124 million adults (from 18 upwards) in Nigeria. I am sure Nigeria would be a terribly boring and intellectually stagnant country if all the 124 million adults reasoned the same way on every matter. Variety, they say, is the spice of life. A society without multifarious and divergent views would be one occupied by people who are like zombies in an apocalyptic sci-fi movie.
Osun Election: INEC uploads 36.83% of results
#OsunDecides Published By Paul Dada Date 15th August, 2026 Quick Read The keenly contested election is generally viewed as a two-horse race between between the incumbent governor, Ademola Adeleke, who is of the Accord Party and Bola Oyebamiji of the All Progressives Congress. By Paul Dada The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has uploaded 36.83% of the results from the polling units in the ongoing Osun State govenorship election to its Result Viewing (IReV) portal.
10 things voters should know about the Osun governorship election
By Paul Dada On Saturday, the people of Osun State will go to the polls to elect the person who will be state’s helmsman for another four years. Below are 10 Important things, Osun voters should know. 1. The election will take place across the state’s30 local government areas and 3,763 polling units 2. More than 2.3 million voters are on the register. INEC says there are 2,339,233 registered voters. But only about 1.9 million Permanent Voter Cards( PVCs) were collected. 3.
Nigeria, South Africa face do-or-die World Cup play-off
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Alleged Incitement: Amnesty vows to ‘name and shame’ Osun Senator Fadahunsi in 150 countries
By Paul Dada Amnesty International Nigeria has vowed to expose Senator Francis Fadahunsi internationally over alleged comments calling for violence ahead of the Osun State governorship election. Isa Sanusi, the organisation’s country director, said Fadahunsi would be highlighted across the 150 countries where Amnesty International operates as part of efforts to challenge political impunity and deter similar conduct.
Osun Election: APC alleges fatal shooting of Campaign DG’s nephew
By Paul Dada The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has alleged that Dele Ayegbo, nephew of the party’s governorship campaign Director-General, Wole Oke, in Esa-Oke, has been killed. According to the party, Ayegbo was shot dead on Wednesday night near his residence in the Idofin area of Esa-Oke, in Obokun Local Government Area, just days before Saturday’s governorship election.
Battle for the soul of Osun
By Paul Dada The Independent National Electoral Commission through Adedayo Oketola, Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, Professor Amupitan Joash Amupitan, indicated it was ready for the Osun governorship election scheduled for Saturday August 15. As of Monday, Oketola said sensitive materials had already arrived in Osogbo, the Osun State capital. INEC also said it would draw 30,000 ad hoc staff for the election from serving members of the National Youth Service Corps.
“I’m deeply embarrassed”: Tinubu orders EFCC to unfreeze Osun bank account
By Paul Dada President Bola Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to get the court to unfreeze the bank account of the Osun State Government. He said the the timing of the freezing of the account by the EFCC was inappropriate with the Osun governorship election only days away. In a State House statement issued on Thursday, the President said he became aware that the anti-graft agency secured the court order on August 5.
“I’m deeply embarrassed”: Tinubu directs EFCC to unfreeze Osun bank account
By Paul Dada President Bola Tinubu has directed the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to get the court to unfreeze the bank account of the Osun State Government. He said the the timing of the freezing of the account by the EFCC was inappropriate with the Osun governorship election only days away. In a State House statement issued on Thursday, the President said he became aware that the anti-graft agency secured the court order on August 5.
Police free Osun SSG two days after arrest
Top Stories Published By Paul Dada Date 30th July, 2026 Quick Read The confirmation of his release came from both the police and the Imole Campaign Council, the organisation coordinating Governor Ademola Adeleke's re-election bid. By Paul Dada The Osun State Police Command has released the Secretary to the State Government, Teslim Igbalaiye, less than two days after his arrest during a police operation at his residence in Osogbo.
How we stopped ₦1.3bn meant for Adeyemi’s ‘fake agency’ from being spent – FG
By Paul Dada The Budget Office of the Federation has defended the controversial N1.3bn appropriation made for the Presidential Economic Advisory Council/Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PEAC/PFIPC), as it insists that although funds were approved by the National Assembly, no money was ever released or spent.
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway renamed after Tinubu
By Paul Dada The Federal Government has officially renamed the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Coastal Highway. The authorities say the move acknowledges President Bola Tinubu’s vision for the landmark infrastructure project.
Appeal Court restores INEC guidelines for 2027 general elections
By Paul Dada The Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned a Federal High Court judgment that invalidated key provisions of the Independent National Electoral Commission’s electoral guidelines for the 2027 general elections. The appellate court in a unanimous decision delivered on Thursday, held that the Youth Party, which instituted the suit against the electoral guidelines, lacked the legal standing to challenge them.
What I know about Mary Habila’s death – Close friend
By Paul Dada Anita Baaki, a physiotherapist and close friend of the late nurse Mary Habila, has provided a detailed account of the events leading up to Habila’s death in Ebonyi State. She gave her testimony in a sworn affidavit submitted before the Ebonyi State High Court on Wednesday as part of the ongoing investigation into the incident.
Revealed: Details of the intense operation that ended Oyo school abduction
By Paul Dada The Nigerian Army has revealed the details of the intense operation which led to the rescue of 44 pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. It described as a carefully planned and intelligence-driven operation involving multiple security agencies.
How abducted Oyo teachers, pupils were rescued – Tinubu
By Paul Dada President Bola Tinubu has revealed that eight of the abductors of the rescued teachers and pupils in Oriire area of Ogbomosho, Oyo State, were arrested by security agents. He also said some of the abductors were killed. All of this was contained in a statement released on Friday evening by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Breaking: Abducted Oyo teachers, pupils regain freedom
News Published By Paul Dada Date 10th July, 2026 Quick Read “Finally, all the kidnapped pupils and teachers in Orire, Oyo have been rescued by our security agencies,” Onanuga wrote. By Paul Dada The abducted pupils and teachers in the Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State, have now been released from captivity. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed this on Friday via his social media handles.
Trump Crackdown: 124 Nigerians named in fresh US deportation drive
News Published By Paul Dada Date 9th July, 2026 Some of the Nigerians US has marked for deportation Photo Credit: DHS/ The PUNCH Quick Read "Under DHS leadership, the hardworking men and women of DHS and ICE are fulfilling President Trump's promise and carrying out mass deportations, starting with the worst of the worst, including the illegal aliens you see here." By Paul Dada The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has named 124 Nigerians among foreign nationals it intends to...
Fresh militant offensive rocks multiple towns in Mali
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Tinubu Media Centre releases AI illustration of First Lady as Iya Alakara
News Published By Paul Dada Date 4th July, 2026 An AI image of Remi Tinubu selling akara posted by The Tinubu Media Centre Quick Read The image, posted on the media centre's official social media platform, shows the First Lady frying akara while wearing an apron bearing the inscription, "Iya Alakara, fuelling the nation with love." By Paul Dada The President Bola Tinubu Media Centre has shared an artificial intelligence (AI) generated image depicting First Lady Oluremi Tinubu selling akara.
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