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Osun lawmaker leaves APC, becomes PDP candidate backed by Wike
Olubiyi Fadeyi has left the APC and returned to the PDP, announcing his candidacy for the Osun Central Senatorial District in the 2027 elections.
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Attack on Zamfara Farmers Leaves 23 Dead
Suspected bandits attacked farmers in Zamfara State, killing 23. The victims were working in their fields when the assailants opened fire without warning.
Metro
Survivors share how fake job offers led them into sex slavery in Côte d'Ivoire
Survivors from Nigeria share their harrowing experiences of being lured by fake job offers in Côte d'Ivoire, leading to captivity and forced sex work.
Metro
Ogun Fish Farmers Appeal for Help After Flood Disaster
Fish farmers in Ogun State are appealing for help after devastating floods destroyed their ponds and assets. They seek aid from government officials to recover from losses.
Metro
NDLEA seizes over two billion tramadol pills in 18 months
The NDLEA has seized more than two billion tramadol pills in 18 months. This achievement results from coordinated operations and intelligence sharing.
Metro
Police recover N32m worth of stolen goods in Oyo, arrest two suspects
The Oyo State Police have recovered goods worth N32 million and arrested two suspects in a raid on a criminal hideout in Oyo town.
Politics
Tinubu Will Win Ondo in 2027 Despite APC Issues - Party Leader
Olusola Oke, an APC leader, expresses confidence in Tinubu's 2027 election prospects despite ongoing party disputes over primaries in Ondo State.
Metro
Lagos Streets and Bus Stops Overflow with Rubbish as Waste Collection Struggles
Rubbish is piling up on Lagos streets and bus stops despite government efforts. Areas like MITV and Iyana Oworo Bus Stops are heavily littered.
Metro
Two people die, two in hospital after using laughing gas in Ogun
A tragic incident in Ogun has left two students dead and two hospitalized after using laughing gas. The police are investigating the circumstances.
Politics
ADC Says Trump's Letter Won't Protect Tinubu from Voters in 2027
The ADC criticized Tinubu's reliance on Trump's letter, stating it cannot protect him from the judgment of Nigerian voters in 2027. They emphasized that true assessment comes from citizens' experiences.
Politics
APM says Trump only praised Tinubu’s commitment, not anti-terror achievements
The APM accuses President Tinubu of misleading the public about a letter from Trump. They argue it only acknowledged Tinubu's commitment to security, not actual achievements.
Metro
Enugu Air plane leaves runway in Benin, no injuries reported
An Enugu Air plane left the runway after landing at Benin Airport. All 63 passengers and crew members were safely evacuated with no injuries.