Atiku and Obi Finalise Plans for 2027 Campaigns
Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi are holding consultations on their campaign councils as parties step up preparations for the 2027 general elections.
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Tinubu Renews NTA NAN Chiefs’ Appointments
President Bola Tinubu has renewed the appointments of Abdulhamid Dembos and Ali Mohammed Ali as heads of the NTA and NAN for another three-year term.
Syria Jails Former Assad-Era Grand Mufti for Life
Syria has sentenced former Grand Mufti Ahmed Hassoun to life imprisonment, making him the latest Assad-era figure convicted under the country’s new authorities.
Restoring Fuel Subsidy Risks Nigeria’s Economic Gains
Mohammed Idris says restoring petrol subsidy could return Nigeria to the fiscal pressures, market distortions and economic challenges that made the old regime unsustainable.
UK Defies Russian Threats to Maintain Ukraine Defence Support
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to maintain Britain’s defence support for Ukraine despite Russian threats over plans to help Kyiv produce SCALP missiles.
NECO Boss Wushishi Elected AEAA Vice President
NECO Registrar Dantani Wushishi has been elected Vice-President of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa as Nigeria wins the right to host the 2027 AEAA Conference.
US and Canada Fail to Reach Trade Deal as New Tariffs Begin
The United States and Canada have failed to reach a trade deal, allowing new 50 per cent tariffs on billions of dollars worth of Canadian products to take effect.
Over 16,000 Ebola Vaccine Doses Arrive in DRC
The Democratic Republic of Congo has received more than 16,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine as health authorities battle a rapidly growing Ebola outbreak.
Ekiti Gridlock Strands Hundreds of Loaded Trucks
A road collapse at Ikupeju-Ekiti has left hundreds of loaded trailers and fuel tankers stranded for about 48 hours, disrupting trade and raising safety concerns.
Gunmen Abduct Worshippers During Friday Prayers in Niger
Several worshippers were reportedly abducted after gunmen stormed a mosque during Friday prayers in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.