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Jul
16
2026
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By Abia ThinkTank
Gbajabiamila Sue’s PFIPC’s Adeyemi For N15 Billion Over Alleged Defamation

Gbajabiamila Sue’s PFIPC’s Adeyemi For N15 Billion Over Alleged Defamation

Judiciary, Crime, News Flash
Gbajabiamila Sues PFIPC’s Adeyemi For N15 Billion Over Alleged Defamation Femi Gbajabiamila, chief of staff to President Bola Tinubu, has sued Adeniyi Adeyemi, director-general of the controversial presidential foreign intervention promotion council (PFIPC), for alleged defamation. In the suit filed before a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) high court, Gbajabiamila is seeking N10 billion as general damages, N5 billion as aggravated damages, N200 million as the cost of the action, and an order compelling Adeyemi to publish a full retraction and apology in five national newspapers. BACKGROUNDOn July 7, Gbajabiamila threatened a N10 billion defamation suit against Adeyemi over allegations of…
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Jul
16
2026
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Appeal Court Reinstates INEC’s 2027 Election Timetable

Appeal Court Reinstates INEC’s 2027 Election Timetable

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics
Appeal Court reinstates INEC’s 2027 election timetable The Court of Appeal in Abuja has restored the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections, overturning an earlier Federal High Court decision that invalidated key aspects of the electoral calendar. In a unanimous judgment delivered by a three-member panel on Thursday, the appellate court ruled in favour of INEC’s appeal, holding that the electoral commission acted within its legal authority in issuing timelines to guide political parties and other stakeholders ahead of the 2027 polls. The decision effectively nullifies the May 20 judgment of…
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Jul
16
2026
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Insecurity: USA Advise Nigeria To Strengthen Protection For Christians, IDPs

Insecurity: USA Advise Nigeria To Strengthen Protection For Christians, IDPs

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, Security
US Urges Nigeria To Strengthen Protection For Christians, IDPs The United States has urged Nigeria to intensify efforts to protect Christian communities from attacks and ensure the safe return of internally displaced persons to their communities. The call was made by the US Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Frank Garcia, during a visit to Abuja, where he held talks with senior Nigerian government officials aimed at advancing the U.S.-Nigeria strategic partnership. According to a statement issued by the US Embassy in Abuja, on Wednesday, Garcia met with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye; Chief…
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Jul
16
2026
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PSC Releases Names Of 50,000 Successful Police New Recruits

PSC Releases Names Of 50,000 Successful Police New Recruits

News Flash, Police Force, Youths
PSC Releases Names Of 50,000 Successful Police Constable Recruits The Police Service Commission (PSC) has released the names of successful applicants recruited into the Nigeria Police Force as Police Constables after completing the nationwide recruitment exercise for 50,000 personnel. The commission announced this in a statement issued on Wednesday by its Head of Protocol and Public Relations, Torty Kalu. According to the PSC, the recruitment exercise was carried out in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, the Federal Character Commission, the Ministry of Police Affairs, state career and counselling departments, and the Police Community Relations Committee. The commission described the…
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Jul
16
2026
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BBNaija: A New Season 11 To Premiere July 26 With N160m Grand Prize

BBNaija: A New Season 11 To Premiere July 26 With N160m Grand Prize

Entertainment, News Flash, People & Events
BBNaija: A New Season 11 To Premiere July 26 With N160m Grand Prize MultiChoice Nigeria has announced that the 11th season of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) will premiere on Sunday, 26 July 2026, with the winner set to receive a record-breaking grand prize of N160 million. The announcement was made during a press briefing on Wednesday, and organisers said the prize package, comprising N100 million in cash and a brand-new SUV, is the highest in the reality show’s history. The launch show will air from 7 pm on Africa Magic Showcase and Africa Magic Family. The 24-hour live channel will…
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Jul
16
2026
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Abia State Labour Party Opens Registration Portal For Support Groups And Political Structures Ahead Of The 2027 General Elections

Abia State Labour Party Opens Registration Portal For Support Groups And Political Structures Ahead Of The 2027 General Elections

Abia State, News Flash, Politics
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ABIA STATE LABOUR PARTY OPENS REGISTRATION PORTAL FOR SUPPORT GROUPS AND POLITICAL STRUCTURES AHEAD OF THE 2027 GENERAL ELECTIONS The Abia State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) hereby announces the opening of a dedicated registration portal for all support groups, political structures, and affiliated organizations interested in partnering with the party ahead of the 2027 General Elections. The primary objective of this registration exercise is to identify, harmonize, and officially recognize these support groups as strategic partners in the party's 2027 electoral project. The initiative is aimed at strengthening collaboration and enhancing coordination among all groups…
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Jul
16
2026
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News Alert: Ikenna Ukwa Announces N100 Million Educational Trust Fund For Arochukwu/Ohafia Constituency

News Alert: Ikenna Ukwa Announces N100 Million Educational Trust Fund For Arochukwu/Ohafia Constituency

Education, News Flash, Philanthropy
Breaking News: Ikenna Ukwa Announces N100 Million Educational Trust Fund for Arochukwu/Ohafia Constituency Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, the APC House of Representatives Candidate for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, has announced plans to establish a N100 Million Educational Trust Fund for pupils and students in primary, secondary and Tertiary institutions across the federal constituency if elected in the next general elections. Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa made the announcement today while answering questions from newsmen in Abuja. He said the initiative is aimed at reducing the burden of school fees, improving learning environment, and ensuring that no child is denied education due to…
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Jul
15
2026
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After Kano, Another Northern State Set To Sponsor Mass Wedding For 300 Couples

After Kano, Another Northern State Set To Sponsor Mass Wedding For 300 Couples

Marriage And Love, News Flash
After Kano, Another Northern State Set To Sponsor Mass Wedding For 300 Couples AttNews reports that the Kebbi State Government has concluded plans to sponsor 300 couples in the third edition of its mass wedding programme. Chairman of the Mass Wedding Committee, Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi.He said the beneficiaries were selected from the state’s 21 local government areas and 225 wards following a screening process. Argungu said the programme, organised by the state government in partnership with the foundation of the governor’s wife, is open to all eligible indigenes, regardless…
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Jul
15
2026
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Nigerian Catholic Priest Dies By Suicide After Being Told To Leave US Over Expiring Visa

Nigerian Catholic Priest Dies By Suicide After Being Told To Leave US Over Expiring Visa

Immigration, News Flash, Religion
Nigerian Catholic Priest D¡es By Su¡cide After Being Told To Leave US Over Expiring Visa A Nigerian Catholic priest serving in the United States has died by suicide, days after he was directed to leave the country and return to Nigeria, where he had reportedly expressed fears for his safety. The Reverend Benjamin Okwy Madu, 54, died on July 2 at his residence in Lynnfield, Massachusetts, according to the Archdiocese of Boston, where he had served as a hospital chaplain and parish priest on Cape Ann since 2021. Father Madu’s R-1 religious worker visa was due to expire on July…
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Jul
15
2026
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2027: We Need To Forgive Ourselves, North Will Work With South-East – Kwankwaso

2027: We Need To Forgive Ourselves, North Will Work With South-East – Kwankwaso

News Flash, Politics
2027: We Need To Forgive Ourselves, North Will Work With South-East – Kwankwaso Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has said Northern leaders have decided to forgive the South-East and work with the region. Kwankwaso disclosed this during an interview with BBC Igbo where he recalled how Biafra warlord, Odumegu Ojukwu and the late Alex Ekwueme worked with Northern political parties during their time. The former Kano governor said Northern and Southern leaders need to work together as one family. He said: “We have to forgive ourselves and work together as one family, the South-East has been…
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