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Ebonyi Commissioner Leaves APC for PDP Ahead of 2027 Elections
Felix Igboke, Ebonyi Commissioner for Project Monitoring, has left APC to join PDP, calling it a homecoming as he prepares for the 2027 elections.
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Court Rules Against National Assembly's N110bn Vehicle Scheme
The Federal High Court has ruled against the National Assembly's N110 billion vehicle scheme, citing violations of procurement laws and public trust. The court emphasized the need for transparency in government spending.
Politics
Katsina ADC Governorship Aspirant Rejects Candidate Selection Process
Mustapha Inuwa, an ADC governorship aspirant in Katsina, claims the candidate selection process was invalid and demands fresh primaries for all positions.
Metro
Army saves 360 kidnapped people from Boko Haram camp in Borno
The Nigerian Army has rescued 360 people from a Boko Haram camp in Borno State. This operation comes after the group had previously kidnapped 416 individuals.
Politics
Ondo lawmaker supports 300 people, seeks backing for Tinubu's re-election
Biola Oladapo, Ondo lawmaker, calls for support for Tinubu's re-election in 2027 while highlighting his contributions to over 300 constituents.
Metro
NDLEA seizes 320,840 tramadol pills, arrests 75-year-old suspect
The NDLEA has seized over 320,000 tramadol pills and arrested a 75-year-old man for drug possession. The agency continues its fight against drug trafficking.
Politics
APC Will Win Osun Election Despite Recent Defections, Party Leader
APC leader Olatunbosun Oyintiloye assures that recent defections will not impact the party's strength ahead of the Osun governorship election on August 15.
Politics
Understanding the Decoupling Sovereignty Index and Its Impact
The Decoupling Sovereignty Index measures the gap between a state's claimed authority and its actual power. It highlights the split between institutional and shadow orders.
Metro
Nnimmo Bassey Calls for Forest Protection and Clean Energy in Edo
Environmental activist Nnimmo Bassey urges Edo State to safeguard its forests and invest in renewable energy to address climate change challenges.
Metro
Akwa Ibom Farmers Encouraged to Tackle Climate Change with Nature-Based Solutions
At a recent event, farmers in Akwa Ibom were encouraged to tackle climate change using nature-based solutions such as tree planting and sustainable farming.
Metro
Nigerian Priest Sentenced to Life in US for Sexual Assault
Anthony Odiong, a Nigerian priest, has been sentenced to life in prison in Texas for sexually assaulting women. He was found guilty and plans to appeal the decision.
Politics
Lawyer calls for fair probe into teenager’s death and EFCC reforms
Lawyer Marshal Abubakar urges for a fair inquiry into the death of 16-year-old Atsar Sesugh, highlighting concerns over the EFCC's handling of the case.