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Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate, won the admiration in Kogi State by directly resolving a traffic gridlock caused by protesting trailer drivers. In a viral video, Obi is seen engaging with the drivers, who praised him for his leadership, calling him "our president" as they cleared...
Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, condemned Nigeria's recent power grid collapse as a “national shame.” The grid failure occurred twice within 24 hours, highlighting leadership failures and the urgent need for reforms in the power sector to enhance economic growth and...
The Nigerian Senate has urged the Libyan government to apologize for the mistreatment of the Super Eagles upon their arrival for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. The team faced significant delays and humiliation, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the incident and...
PDP governors' meeting on Ambassador Umar Damagum's fate concluded without a resolution amid an ongoing internal crisis. Supporters and opponents remain divided, with discussions set to continue. The party faces significant challenges as factions emerge, leading to a growing demand for adherence...
President Bola Tinubu welcomes the Super Eagles' safe return from Libya, demanding an investigation into their 13-hour ordeal at a Libyan airport before their AFCON qualifier. Tinubu praises the players' resilience and calls for accountability from the Confederation of African Football regarding...
Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has decried the soaring cost of living in Nigeria, citing the unaffordable price of eggs as an example. Suswam urged President Tinubu to reevaluate his economic policies, as many Nigerians struggle with basic needs like food and transportation. Former...
Vice President Kashim Shettima expressed empathy for Nigerians facing economic hardships, particularly the poor, during an event in Abuja. He acknowledged the painful yet necessary policy decisions made by the government, asserting that while unpopular, they are unavoidable for the nation's...
The Nigerian Federal Government has summoned the Libyan Charge d’Affaires over the alleged mistreatment of the Super Eagles during their AFCON qualifiers in Libya. Concerns include the team’s diversion to the wrong airport and the lack of necessities. Officials have been dispatched to assist the...
Over 1,000 members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) defected to the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in Kano State. The mass migration, occurring ahead of the local government elections on October 26, was celebrated by NNPP leaders as a significant boost to their electoral ambitions. In a...
President Bola Tinubu urges Nigerians, especially the Methodist Church, to remain committed to prayer for the nation and its leaders. Speaking at the Methodist Cathedral in Abuja, he emphasized the importance of collective prayer, unity, and social transformation to overcome challenges and...
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