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10
2026
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Even If They Kidnap All Of Us, There’s No Vacancy In Aso Rock – Edo Governor, Okpebholo

Even If They Kidnap All Of Us, There’s No Vacancy In Aso Rock – Edo Governor, Okpebholo

News Flash, Politics
Even If They Kidnap All Of Us, There’s No Vacancy In Aso Rock – Edo Governor, Okpebholo Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has alleged that some persons are sponsoring insecurity to distract President Bola Tinubu. Speaking during the flag-off of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign for Local Government Council elections in Edo South Senatorial District, the governor said, “They can even kidnap all of us—yes, there is no vacancy in Aso Rock.” He said insecurity had suddenly increased in the country, alleging that it is being orchestrated to tarnish the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. Okpebholo said promoting…
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10
2026
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Iran Re-evaluates Negotiations After US Strikes

Iran Re-evaluates Negotiations After US Strikes

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, War, World News
Iran Re-evaluates Negotiations After US Strikes Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, has cited that Iran is “reviewing” negotiations with the United States (US) in light of strikes on Iran last night, as reported by the Iranian Student News Network (SNN). Baghaei accused the US and Israel of “repeated ceasefire violations” and said that diplomacy cannot “take place in a vacuum,” adding that “a minimal environment in which diplomacy can function” is necessary for negotiations to advance. “Unfortunately, the United States is undermining this process through contradictory messages; frequent shifts in its positions and demands, as well as repeated ceasefire…
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10
2026
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Panic As Fire Breaks Out At National Assembly Complex

Panic As Fire Breaks Out At National Assembly Complex

News Flash, National Assembly
Panic As Fire Breaks Out At National Assembly Complex A fire incident on Wednesday triggered panic at the National Assembly complex in Abuja after flames briefly broke out near a hearing room in the Senate wing. Videos shared on social media showed smoke billowing through the affected area as lawmakers and staff members scrambled to contain the situation. Voices in the video could be heard saying, “The fire came from gas,” while another said, “No extinguisher.” One of the clips also captured Senator Ned Nwoko (Delta North) leaving the scene as the emergency unfolded. According to TVC, the fire occurred…
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10
2026
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Anosike’s False Choice: You Cannot Build People By Insulting The Roads That Carry Their Food, Their Children, Their Patients And Their Businesses – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Anosike’s False Choice: You Cannot Build People By Insulting The Roads That Carry Their Food, Their Children, Their Patients And Their Businesses – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
ANOSIKE’S FALSE CHOICE: YOU CANNOT BUILD PEOPLE BY INSULTING THE ROADS THAT CARRY THEIR FOOD, THEIR CHILDREN, THEIR PATIENTS AND THEIR BUSINESSES Let us begin from the most dangerous weakness in Dr. Kelechi Anosike’s recent argument: he is trying to create an artificial quarrel between “roads” and “people’s wellbeing.” That is not development philosophy. That is campaign drama. No serious economist, planner, governor, development expert or public administrator separates people from the infrastructure that sustains their daily lives. Roads are not ornamental concrete. Roads are life channels. Roads carry food from farms to markets. Roads carry children to school. Roads…
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10
2026
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Kwankwasiyya Movement Dismisses Kwankwaso’s Alleged Threat To Quit NDC

Kwankwasiyya Movement Dismisses Kwankwaso’s Alleged Threat To Quit NDC

News Flash, Politics
Kwankwasiyya Movement Dismisses Kwankwaso’s Alleged Threat To Quit NDC The Kwankwasiyya Movement has clarified the alleged threat by its principal, Rabiu Kwankwaso, to quit the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC. A statement by its spokesman, Habibu Mohammed, said Kwankwaso has never threatened to leave the party over the replacement of candidates. The group described the speculation as mere rumours. “Kwankwaso never threatened to leave the NDC. Neither the Kwankwasiyya Movement not its leader is complaining,” the statement said. It was reported that the Kwankwasiyya Movement would exit the party if loyalists earlier nominated by the bloc were replaced. It will be…
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10
2026
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US Launches Fresh Strikes On Iran After Apache Helicopter Downing

US Launches Fresh Strikes On Iran After Apache Helicopter Downing

International, News Flash, World News
US Launches Fresh Strikes On Iran After Apache Helicopter Downing The United States on Tuesday launched a new wave of military strikes against Iran, describing the operation as a response to the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman a day earlier. In a post on social media, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the strikes began at 5 p.m. EDT and were carried out as “self-defense strikes.” According to the command, the attacks were a “proportional response to unjustified Iranian aggression.” A US official told CNN that the latest operation was intended to serve…
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10
2026
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Poverty Persists Despite Nigeria’s Reforms Gains; But Don’t Reintroduce Subsidy- IMF Tells President Tinubu

Poverty Persists Despite Nigeria’s Reforms Gains; But Don’t Reintroduce Subsidy- IMF Tells President Tinubu

Economy, FGN, News Flash
Poverty Persists Despite Nigeria’s Reforms Gains; But Don’t Reintroduce Subsidy – IMF Tells Tinubu The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the federal government to maintain a neutral fiscal stance in 2026, warning that poverty and food insecurity could worsen despite improvements in Nigeria’s macroeconomic stability. In its 2026 Article IV consultation report released on Tuesday, the Washington-based lender said reforms implemented over the past three years have strengthened economic resilience, but cautioned that higher global fuel and food prices pose fresh risks to inflation and living standards. “Strong reforms over the past three years have yielded improved macroeconomic outcomes…
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10
2026
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Obi Demands N5 Billion, Apology From Kenneth Okonkwo Over Alleged Defamatory Remarks

Obi Demands N5 Billion, Apology From Kenneth Okonkwo Over Alleged Defamatory Remarks

Crime, News Flash, Politics
Obi Demands N5 Billion, Apology From Kenneth Okonkwo Over Alleged Defamatory Remarks Former Anambra State Governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has demanded N5 billion in damages from actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo over alleged defamatory statements made during a television interview. Obi, through his lawyers, Chief Alex Ejesieme (SAN) & Co., accused Okonkwo of making false allegations capable of damaging his reputation and public image. In a letter dated June 9, 2026, and addressed to Okonkwo, Obi’s legal team demanded an immediate withdrawal of the statements, a public apology and a written undertaking against further publications.…
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10
2026
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Insecurity: Trust God, Be Patient With Tinubu – Anglican Bishop Urges Nigerians

Insecurity: Trust God, Be Patient With Tinubu – Anglican Bishop Urges Nigerians

FGN, News Flash, Security
Insecurity: Trust God, Be Patient With Tinubu — Anglican Bishop Urges Nigerians The Bishop of Ijumu Anglican Diocese, Church of Nigeria, the Right Reverend Paul Ojo, has called on Nigerians to remain steadfast in their faith in God, expressing optimism that the security challenges confronting the country can be overcome. Bishop Ojo made the call during the just-concluded First Session of the Fifth Synod of the Diocese, held at Ogale-Idioro in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The Synod, themed “Thanksgiving,” brought together church leaders, delegates and members to deliberate on spiritual and developmental issues affecting the Diocese and…
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Jun
09
2026
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When Questions Become Conclusions: The Truth About Otti, Medical City, Owaza Industrial Park And Abia’s Investment Future – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

When Questions Become Conclusions: The Truth About Otti, Medical City, Owaza Industrial Park And Abia’s Investment Future – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance
WHEN QUESTIONS BECOME CONCLUSIONS: THE TRUTH ABOUT OTTI, MEDICAL CITY, OWAZA INDUSTRIAL PARK AND ABIA’S INVESTMENT FUTURE There is nothing wrong with asking questions. In fact, every serious government deserves to be questioned. Every project must be interrogated. Every investment claim must be tested. Every public statement must be measured against timelines, evidence and delivery. But there is a difference between asking questions and arriving at a political conclusion before the facts are examined. That is the problem with the latest criticism against Governor Alex Otti’s presentation at Invest Lagos 3.0. The argument sounds strong on the surface, but once…
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