The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, governorship candidate in Ogun State, Oladipupo Adebutu, has promised to create a Border Communities Development Commission to address years of neglect in Ogun West if elected governor in 2027. Adebutu made the promise in Ipokia during the flag-off of his campaign in Ogun West Senatorial District. He said communities along the border corridor have suffered abandonment, lacking basic amenities such as motorable roads, clean water and functional health facilities, despite their economic importance. “I am standing here in Ipokia to promise you a Border Communities Development Commission. Enough of this abandonment. Our traders and rural…
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At least 35 people were reportedly killed in three separate incidents across Niger’s Dosso and Tillabéri regions between September 17 and 23, 2026. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the reported casualties included civilians and members of Niger’s security forces, with the incidents recorded in Karakara and Yeldou in Dosso, and Abala in Tillabéri. On September 17, 12 civilians were reportedly killed in Karakara Commune, Dioundiou Department, Dosso Region. The reports said Nigerien security forces arrived in the area after an attack by armed groups and accused some residents of assisting the attackers. Recommended A local resident, whose identity was…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has named three candidates capable of winning elections in the nation’s capital in the 2027 general elections. The former Rivers State governor stated that he has no fears about President Bola Tinubu and other contenders, including Senator Philip Tanimu Aduda and John Gabaya, winning the FCT elections. Wike encouraged residents to vote for candidates who have demonstrated dedication to advancing their interests. The Minister stated this in Abuja on Thursday while addressing journalists following an on-site inspection of ongoing infrastructure projects across satellite communities in the FCT. Recommended He noted…
At least 57 members of Niger’s defence and security forces were reportedly killed in two separate attacks on September 23, 2026. According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the reported casualties were recorded in Dabagu, Konni Department of Tahoua Region, and around Abala-Filingué in Tillabéri Region. In Dabagu, 38 soldiers of the Nigerien Armed Forces were reportedly killed after Islamic State militants attacked a military position. Several soldiers were also reportedly missing after the attack, while the bodies of some of those killed were being transported to Tahoua. Recommended Other remains were reportedly evacuated to Niamey by helicopter. The second attack…
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has warned politicians to stop rigging elections in the name of politics. Speaking at a public lecture held to mark the 80th birthday of former Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF, Kanu Agabi, the ex-President said electoral contests must be governed by established rules. He added that politicians should not treat the pursuit of victory as justification for misconduct. “In politics it’s a disaster. People do stupid things, also even criminal things And they will tell you it is politics. It is not politics. Politics has rules. Recommended “Politics is like a soccer match. You play according…
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has expressed concern about his safety ahead of the 2027 general elections, saying he is not certain he will be alive by the time of the election. Obi made the statement during an interview on Arise TV on Thursday. The former Anambra governor said he had been petitioned and investigated in different places. He added that he was unsure of what could happen to him. Recommended “As I speak to you, I have also petitioned, I’ve been investigated everywhere. I still hear that I’m not even sure whether I’ll…
The Naira extended its depreciation against the US dollar at the official foreign exchange market on Thursday. Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN data showed that the Naira further weakened to N1,328.67 against the dollar on Thursday, from N1,328.50 on Wednesday. This means that, on a day-to-day basis, the Naira depreciated slightly by N0.17 against the dollar. Meanwhile, at the black market, the Naira remained flat at N1,385 per dollar on Thursday, the same rate traded the previous day. Recommended The mixed sentiments across the official and parallel foreign exchange markets came despite the continued surge in the country’s foreign reserves…
President Xi Jinping met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, urging stronger bilateral ties between China and the United States. The Chinese President believes most of the pressing global problems can be resolved if Washington and Beijing deepen their relations and maintain close contacts. Xi stated that his visit, following Trump’s invitation, aims to foster friendship, expand partnership and promote the well-being of the people of both countries. Citing global changes driven by artificial intelligence and geopolitical shifts, he said China and the U.S. shoulder “a historic responsibility of advancing human development and progress.” Recommended Xi…
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has provided an update on three players ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 AFCON qualifier against Madagascar on Friday. Speaking to the media on Thursday evening, Chelle said Victor Osimhen, Alhassan Yusuf and Dele-Bashiru would miss the match due to injuries. The Malian also expressed confidence that their absence would not be a problem for the Super Eagles. Speaking about the injured players, Chelle told reporters, “We have a lot of injured players. Victor Osimhen, Alhassan Yusuf and Dele-Bashiru, but it’s not a problem for us. Recommended “We are ready; it will be difficult because Madagascar is…
As the National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) dissolved the party’s entire Kano State Working Committee (SWC), the removed State Chairman of the party, Dr Bello Gambo Bichi, said he accepted the action as his sacrifice for a better PDP. According to a letter dated Thursday, September 24, 2026, and signed by the PDP National Organising Secretary, Hon. Umar M. Bature, the dissolution took immediate effect. Responding to the dissolution, Bichi explained that he wholly accepted his removal because it was part of the preconditions laid down by former state governorship candidate Dalhatu, who also sacrificed…