Jonathan meets Tinubu at Aso Rock, amid renewed 2027 political speculation

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Jonathan meets Tinubu

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has held a closed-door meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, fueling fresh political speculation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The meeting, which took place at the Presidential Villa at the weekend, was conducted behind closed doors, with neither the Presidency nor Jonathan’s camp issuing an official statement on the purpose of the visit. The only public indication of the meeting was a photograph released showing both leaders together at Aso Rock. Jonathan’s visit comes amid ongoing political discussions surrounding his…

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‘Tinubu to review state police Bill Sept. 3’ – Presidency

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Presidency on state police

President Bola Tinubu will receive the Executive National Policing Bill on for review on September 3, 2026, the Presidency revealed yesterday. This was as it unveiled a public information portal, nationalpolicingbill.com, through which Nigerians can submit memoranda and position papers to shape the legislation before it is reviewed by the President and transmitted to the 10th National Assembly. Chief of Staff to the President and Chairman of the Presidential Working Group on the National Policing Bill, Femi Gbajabiamila, made the disclosures while briefing State House correspondents after convening a meeting…

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‘FG earned ₦24tr from crude exports in 6 months’ – CBN

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FG on crude exports

…As refiners kept waiting Nigeria’s crude oil exports generated an estimated ₦24.02 trillion in the first six months of 2026, reinforcing the country’s dependence on crude sales for foreign exchange even as domestic refiners continued to complain about inadequate feedstock. An analysis of production and export data compiled from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) shows that the country exported about 182.2 million barrels of crude between January and June. Using the average monthly price of Bonny Light crude and an exchange rate of ₦1,365 to the dollar, those exports…

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Abducted Kebbi judge regains freedom; family claims ₦50m was paid

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Kebbi judge regains freedom

…Police deny ransom Justice Faruk Hassan Bunza, of the Kebbi State High Court, has regained his freedom after spending about one week in captivity, with conflicting accounts emerging over the circumstances surrounding his release. The Kebbi State Police Command confirmed yesterday that the judge, who was abducted from his residence in Bunza local government area, had been released, insisting that no ransom was paid despite demands by his captors. In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, the Police said the command maintained its firm…

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“Poor maintenance culture hurting Nigeria’s infrastructure, economy” — Okonjo-Iweala

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Okonjo Iweala

The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has said Nigeria’s poor maintenance culture is diminishing the value of the country’s infrastructure and slowing its economic development. Okonjo-Iweala stated this yesterday while delivering the keynote address at the ‘2026 Delta State Economic and Investment Summit’, in Asaba the state capital. Speaking on the theme: ‘Harnessing Our Strengths, Unlocking Our Potentials’, the former Minister of Finance said budgetary allocations alone would not translate into development without effective execution and proper maintenance of infrastructure. “The fact is that endowments…

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“Nigerians, not Obasanjo, will decide 2027 election” – ADC insists

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ADC insists on 2027

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared that Nigerians, not former President Olusegun Obasanjo, would determine the outcome of the 2027 presidential election, accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of hiding behind attacks on its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, to avoid accounting for President Bola Tinubu’s record on the economy, insecurity and the rising cost of living. According to the opposition party, millions of Nigerians are more concerned about the hardship they face daily than political personalities, insisting that the real contest in 2027 will be over the Tinubu…

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Enugu: Gunmen invade Catholic church, abduct worshippers

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Gunmen invade church

Security operatives have rescued one of three worshippers abducted by suspected gunmen during an attack on a Catholic Church in Affa Community, Udi local government area of Enugu State, while efforts have intensified to secure the release of the remaining victims. The attack reportedly occurred in the early hours of Sunday at a Catholic church in Inoyi, Affa Community, prompting a swift response from a joint security team comprising police operatives, Forest Guards and members of the Neighbourhood Watch Group. According to the Enugu State Police Command, the security team…

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“I didn’t create PFIPC alone” – Fake agency DG

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PFIPC DG points finger at SGF, CBN, others

…Points finger at SGF Office, CBN, others The self-acclaimed Director-General of the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), Adeniyi Adeyemi, has pushed back against allegations that he single-handedly created the disputed agency, alleging that several ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) of the Federal Government processed, recognised or interacted with the Council. Recall that Adeyemi, who is currently in police custody, made the claims in a statement issued on Sunday through his legal defence team and signed by Festus Akhigbe, while also demanding an opportunity to appear before the House…

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FCTA’s Modern Sports Centres: Investing in Youth, Strengthening Security, and Transforming Abuja

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By Dr. Jumai Ahmadu The ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under the leadership of the Honourable Minister, Barrister Nyesom Wike, continues to redefine the landscape of Nigeria’s capital city. While the administration has earned widespread commendation for its unprecedented investments in the provision critical infrastructure, another landmark initiative is steadily taking shape , the development of two state-of-the-art multi-event sports centres. Approved during the 11th FCT Executive Council Meeting in December 2024, the project underscores the administration’s commitment to holistic development by recognising sports as a powerful…

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“Consult Nigerians first, build consensus before State Police” – Shari’ah Council urges Tinubu, National/State Assemblies

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Shari'ah Council urges Tinubu

The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has urged the Federal Government and the 10th National Assembly not to rush the proposed establishment of state police, warning that wider national consultations must take place before any constitutional amendment is approved. In a statement issued by its Secretary-General, Nafi’u Ahmad, the Council acknowledged that Nigeria’s worsening insecurity requires urgent action but argued that state police should not be seen as a quick solution to the country’s security challenges. According to the Council, the current security crisis is largely driven by…

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