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Jul

12

2026

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Iran’s Supreme Leader Swears To Avenge Father’s Killers

News Flash, War, World News

Iran’s Supreme Leader Swears To Avenge Father’s Killers Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, has promised to avenge the death of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. In a message shared on his official Telegram channel during his father’s funeral ceremonies, Mojtaba said those responsible for the killing would be punished. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed during U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on February 28, an event that sparked a major regional conflict. In his statement, Mojtaba Khamenei said avenging his father’s death was not only a personal duty but also the wish of the Iranian people. “We promise to avenge the…

Jul

11

2026

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Obi Applauds Rescue Of Oyo Pupils, Seeks Stronger Protection For School Children

News Flash, Politics, Security

Obi Applauds Rescue Of Oyo Pupils, Seeks Stronger Protection For School Children The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress in the 2027 election, Peter Obi, has welcomed the rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State, describing their safe return as a moment of thanksgiving while urging the government to strengthen the country’s security architecture. In a statement shared on his X account on Saturday, Obi expressed relief over the successful operation and commended the security personnel and others who worked to secure the victims’ release. “I am greatly relieved and delighted to learn of the safe…

Jul

11

2026

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Obi Faces EFCC Petition, Likely To Miss Out On 2027 Presidential Race

News Flash, Politics

Obi Faces EFCC Petition, Likely To Miss Out On 2027 Presidential Race A chieftain of the Labour Party, Abayomi Arabambi, has called on former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, claiming he possesses documents alleging financial irregularities involving the former presidential candidate. Arabambi made the remarks during an interview with Symfoni TV, where he said he intends to make the documents public through the television station so Nigerians can examine them ahead of the next general election. According to him, the documents contain records that should be subjected to public scrutiny. He argued that…

Jul

11

2026

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APC Retains Shettima As Tinubu’s Running Mate

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APC Retains Shettima As Tinubu’s Running Mate The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Friday formally announced Vice President Kashim Shettima as the running-mate to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 presidential election, expressing confidence of securing a landslide victory at the polls. The names of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima were officially submitted to the National Chairman of the APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, for onward transmission to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in line with electoral requirements. The submission was made on behalf of the President by his Special Adviser on Political Matters, Alhaji Ibrahim Masari, at a brief…

Jul

11

2026

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Jubilation In Oyo As Abducted Teachers, Pupils Regain Freedom

Crime, News Flash, Security

Jubilation In Oyo As Abducted Teachers, Pupils Regain Freedom Residents of Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State on Friday erupted in celebration as the teacher and 39 pupils abducted from three schools in the area on May 15 regained their freedom after 56 days in captivity. A video trending online captured scenes of jubilant passersby as the released pupils and teachers arrived while appreciating the efforts of the armed forces. The victims, made up of 39 pupils and seven teachers, including the school principal, Mrs Alamu Folawe, were released following a coordinated operation by the military, the Department of…

Jul

11

2026

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Interpol Arrests 5800 Yahoo Boys, Recovers$293 Million

Crime, News Flash

INTERPOL Arrests 5,800 Yahoo Boys, Recovers $293 Million The International Criminal Police Organisation, INTERPOL, on Thursday said it arrested over 5,800 fraudsters and intercepted $293 million in global operations in Nigeria and other 96 countries between January and April, 2026. The INTERPOL, in a statement on Thursday, said its “global anti-fraud operation involving 97 countries and territories has led to the arrest of 5,811 individuals and the interception of $293 million in illicit assets.” Code named, “Operation First Light 2026” coordinated by INTERPOL, the operations focused on combating social engineering scams and associated money laundering activities in the first quarter…

Jul

10

2026

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House Of Representatives Candidate Of APC For Arochukwu/Ohafia, Chief Ikenna Ukwa Celebrates His Brother Chief Dr Sam Anya (Akaekpuchionwa) On His Birthday Anniversary

Birthday, News Flash, Personality

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION TO CHIEF DR SAM ANYA (AKAEKPUCHIONWA) On the occasion of your birthday anniversary, I join your family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate my elder brother, a distinguished leader, APC chieftain and the President and Founder of AKAEKPUCHIONWA movement. Your life of service, wisdom, and commitment to the progress of our people remains a source of inspiration. As you mark another year, I pray that the Almighty God grants you good health, long life, renewed strength, and continued grace to render more service to God and humanity. Please accept my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on this special…

Jul

10

2026

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Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency

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Nothing Must Happen To Peter Obi – Atiku Warns Presidency A former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress in the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, on Thursday cautioned the Federal Government against any action that could endanger opposition leaders. Atiku declared that the safety of Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate in the Peter Obi, is a constitutional responsibility of the Nigerian state. He also called for the immediate release of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, insisting that every Nigerian, irrespective of political affiliation, is entitled to due process and equal protection under the law. In a…

Jul

10

2026

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Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-Kuli – Obi

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Those With Businesses When Tinubu Came To Power In 2023 Now Sell Kuli-kuli — Obi A former Anambra State Governor and the Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has claimed that some Nigerians who supported President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election and had businesses before his administration came into power have been forced into hardship. Obi said some of those who had businesses when Tinubu assumed office had lost their businesses and were now struggling to survive, asking whether they had become petty traders selling kuli-kuli. The former presidential candidate stated this during an interview with Chude Jideonwo…

Jul

10

2026

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‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ – COAS Urges Parents As South East Falls Short Of Army Recruitment Target

News Flash, Military, Security

‘Send Your Youths For Enlistment’ — COAS Urges Parents as South East Falls Short of Army Recruitment Target The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has appealed to leaders, parents and guardians across the South East to encourage more young people to join the Nigerian Army, lamenting that the region has consistently failed to fill its recruitment quota. Speaking during the passing-out parade of 2,989 regular recruits at the Nigerian Army Recruits Training Depot in Amasiri-Edda, Ebonyi State, Shaibu said the newly established depot was created to boost enlistment from the South East and urged communities to embrace the opportunity.“…