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Jun
29
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
‘I Can Kidnap A Governor’- Bandit Leader Kachalla Maha Claims Access To Security Intel

‘I Can Kidnap A Governor’- Bandit Leader Kachalla Maha Claims Access To Security Intel

News Flash, Security
‘I Can Kidnap A Governor’ — Bandit Leader Kachalla Maha Claims Access to Security Intel A notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Maha, has issued fresh threats against communities in Katsina State, declaring that he has the capacity to intensify attacks and even abduct top government officials, including governors. The feared terrorist leader also made disturbing claims about having deep access to confidential security information, alleging that he receives advance notice of military operations before they are launched. The threats were contained in a recorded audio message that surfaced on Sunday and was shared by verified X user, Abdool Moh. In the…
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Jun
29
2026
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Court Clears Coast For ADA’s Registration, Orders INEC To Release Access Code

Court Clears Coast For ADA’s Registration, Orders INEC To Release Access Code

News Flash, Politics
Court Clears Coast For ADA’s Registration, Orders INEC To Release Access Code Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has cleared the coast for the registration of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) by ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to generate and subsequently release the Access Code for the party’s registration to the Chief Akin Rickett-led leadership of the ADA. The judge, in a judgement delivered on Monday, gave INEC 72 hours within which the access code must be released to the Protem Secretary of the ADA. Justice Lifu in the judgement faulted the electoral…
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Jun
29
2026
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FGN To Unveil Digital System To Track Every Nigerian School, Learner

FGN To Unveil Digital System To Track Every Nigerian School, Learner

News Flash, FGN, Security
FG To Unveil Digital System To Track Every Nigerian School, Learner The Federal Government has announced plans to deploy a national digital platform aimed at addressing longstanding challenges associated with fragmented education data, in what officials described as a major step towards improving planning, policymaking and service delivery across Nigeria’s education sector. The platform, known as the Digital National Education Management Information System, will be officially unveiled on Wednesday alongside the launch of the Public DNEMIS Portal and the inauguration of DNEMIS State Implementation Teams. Speaking during a pre-event media briefing in Abuja on Monday, the National Project Coordinator of…
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Jun
29
2026
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‘It Should Be Left For Next Government’- Dickson Backs Obi’s Position On State Police

‘It Should Be Left For Next Government’- Dickson Backs Obi’s Position On State Police

News Flash, Politics
‘It Should Be Left For Next Government’ — Dickson Backs Obi’s Position On State Police Seriake Dickson, national leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has backed the position of Peter Obi, his party’s presidential candidate, on state police. Dickson spoke on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programme on Sunday, where he addressed issues relating to national security and fresh legal challenges facing the party. On Wednesday, the senate passed a constitutional amendment bill seeking to establish state police across the country. In a statement on Friday, Obi described the passage of the bill by the national assembly as a significant…
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Jun
29
2026
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Atiku Alleges Fresh Plot To Block ADC From 2027 Elections

Atiku Alleges Fresh Plot To Block ADC From 2027 Elections

News Flash, Politics
Atiku Alleges Fresh Plot To Block ADC From 2027 Elections Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged a fresh plot by unnamed elements within the ruling establishment to prevent the African Democratic Congress from participating in the 2027 general election, warning that any attempt to exclude the opposition party from the contest would amount to a grave assault on Nigeria’s democracy. Atiku, the presidential candidate of the ADC, raised the alarm in a statement issued on Monday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, claiming he had received “credible information” suggesting that political and legal manoeuvres were…
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Jun
29
2026
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FGN Bans Motorcycles, Tricycles On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

FGN Bans Motorcycles, Tricycles On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway

FGN, News Flash
FG Bans Motorcycles, Tricycles On Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway The Federal Ministry of Works has announced a ban on commercial motorcycles and tricycles on the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. The restriction, which takes effect this week, was announced in a statement on Sunday by the Federal Controller of Works in Lagos, Mr Olufemi Dare. Dare said the decision was introduced to protect the newly constructed superhighway from misuse and deterioration. He explained that the measures were necessary to preserve the road and ensure its long-term sustainability. The Federal Controller also warned that indiscriminate parking of trucks and articulated vehicles would no longer…
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Jun
29
2026
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Honouring Late Ogoma Lilian Kelechukwu: Amb. Offor Receives Support Of Hon. Amobi Ogah, Mayor Afurobi, In True Display Of Compassionate Leadership

Honouring Late Ogoma Lilian Kelechukwu: Amb. Offor Receives Support Of Hon. Amobi Ogah, Mayor Afurobi, In True Display Of Compassionate Leadership

Abia State, Abia North, News Flash
Honouring Late Ogoma Lilian Kelechukwu: Amb. Offor Receives Support Of Hon. Amobi Ogah, Mayor Afurobi, In True Display Of Compassionate Leadership The burial of the late Ogoma Lilian Kelechukwu, beloved sister of Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De-Ultimate Commander", was not only a solemn occasion of mourning but also a remarkable demonstration of love, unity, compassion, and exemplary leadership. The ceremony, held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Umuobuluhu, Ubahu, Nneato, attracted family members, friends, well-wishers, and distinguished personalities who gathered to pay their final respects to the deceased and stand in solidarity with the bereaved family. Among the dignitaries in…
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Jun
25
2026
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Dr. Osita Offor “De Ultimate Commander” Mourns Beloved Cousin Sister, Pays Emotional Tribute Ahead Of Burial

Dr. Osita Offor “De Ultimate Commander” Mourns Beloved Cousin Sister, Pays Emotional Tribute Ahead Of Burial

Abia North, News Flash, Obituary
Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" Mourns Beloved Cousin Sister, Pays Emotional Tribute Ahead Of Burial Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor "De Ultimate Commander" and the Ikenga Gburugburu of Ohafia and Nneato Ancient Kingdoms, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of his cousin sister, Ms Ogoma Lilian Kelechukwu who worked with the Federal Ministry of Water Resources Abuja, describing her passing as a painful loss to the family and everyone whose lives she touched. The President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP) Forum, in an emotional tribute released ahead of her burial, scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026,…
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Jun
25
2026
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Ondo Withholds WASSCE Results Of Graduating WAEC Students Over Viral Sign-Out Video

Ondo Withholds WASSCE Results Of Graduating WAEC Students Over Viral Sign-Out Video

Education, News Flash
Ondo Withholds WASSCE Results Of Graduating WAEC Students Over Viral Sign-out Video The Ondo State Government has ordered the immediate withholding of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results and testimonials of 17 graduating secondary school students following their involvement disorderly conduct during the completion of their final examinations. The penalty, disclosed by the State Ministry of Education, comes in response to a viral video that surfaced on social media platforms TikTok and Facebook, showing students from three prominent schools in the state capital engaging in what the government described as “indisciplined behaviour.” According to the ministry, the…
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Jun
25
2026
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El-Rufai Faces N8.68 Billion Corruption Charge Over CCTV Contract

El-Rufai Faces N8.68 Billion Corruption Charge Over CCTV Contract

Crime, News Flash, Politics
El-Rufai Faces N8.68 Billion Corruption Charge Over CCTV Contract The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned former Kaduna State Governor Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, his former Senior Special Adviser and Counsellor Jimi Adebisi Lawal, and five others on an 11-count amended charge bordering on alleged corruption, money laundering and related offences linked to an N8.68 billion CCTV surveillance contract. The defendants were arraigned before Justice Hauwa’u Buhari of the Federal High Court, Kaduna, in Charge No. FHC/KD/93C/2026. Also listed as defendants in the amended charge are Singularity Network Security Limited, Solar Life Nigeria Limited, Knowledge Investment…
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