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Jun

2026

This Life: Why I’d Rather Remarry Than Pay Ransom If My Wife Was Kidnapped- Nigerian Man Reveals

THIS LIFE: Why I’d Rather Remarry Than Pay Ransom If My Wife Was K¡dnapped — Nigerian Man Reveals A Nigerian man has stirred reactions online after sharing his controversial views on kidnapping and ransom payments, particularly when it involves a spouse. Speaking in a viral street interview, the man stated that he would never pay ransom if kidnappers abducted any member of his family, including his wife. “God forbid, but if they carry any of my family member, I no go pay ransom. If they carry my wife, I will not pay ransom. I will remarry,” he said. He went…

Jun

2026

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FG, States, LGs Share N2.257 Trillion April 2026 Revenue

FGN, News Flash

FG, States, LGs Share N2.257 Trillion April 2026 Revenue The Federation Account Allocation Committee, FAAC, shared N2.257 trillion among the Federal Government, states and local councils for April 2026. The breakdown was disclosed Monday in Abuja by OAGF Director of Press Bawa Mokwa after the May 2026 FAAC meeting. – Revenue BreakdownThe N2.257 trillion comprised:– Statutory revenue: N1.260 trillion– VAT: N747.088 billion– Augmentation: N250 billion FAAC said N3.184 trillion gross revenue was available in April. Deductions included N113.756 billion for cost of collection and N813.839 billion for transfers, refunds and savings. – Collections RoseGross statutory revenue hit N2.378 trillion, up…

Jun

2026

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Wike Is Mr Fix-It, I Knew He Wouldn’t Sleep – Tinubu Hails Minister Over FCT Projects

Abuja, News Flash, Presidency

Wike Is Mr Fix-it, I Knew He Wouldn’t Sleep – Tinubu Hails Minister Over FCT Projects President Bola Tinubu on Monday described the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike as “Mr fix it” following his accomplishments in the capital city. Tinubu made the remark while noting that he was aware that Wike will not “sleep” when he appointed him as the Minister of the FCT. He spoke during the commissioning of the newly constructed Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, Building to mark his third anniversary. Tinubu was represented at the commissioning by Vice President Kashim Shettima He said:…

Jun

2026

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Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court

News Flash, Politics

Atiku Camp Fumes Over Deregistration Of ADC By FCT Court The camp of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reacted to the Federal High Court judgment ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to deregister the party. In a statement posted on X, Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, described the ruling as a manifestation of a bid to entrench a one-party state. Ibe revealed that a pending appeal and an active stay-of-action order already exist to counter the High Court’s decision. Recall that Justice Peter Odo Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday…

Jun

2026

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NDC Governorship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate

News Flash, Politics

NDC Gov’ship Candidate Picks Kwankwaso’s Son As Running Mate The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has picked Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, the biological son of Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, as his running mate. The young Kwankwaso is the immediate past Commissioner for Youths and Sports. Spokesperson of Kwankwasiyya, Habibu Saleh Mohammed, confirmed the development in a terse statement on Monday. “HE Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo unveiled Hon Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as running mate for 2027 Governorship Election,” he said. The younger Kwankwaso had resigned from Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s administration after the…

Jun

2026

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Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman In Arochukwu LGA

Abia North, Arochukwu, News Flash, People & Events, Politics

Ikenna Ukwa Commissions Borehole Built By APC Chairman in Arochukwu LGA Hon Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa, the APC flagbearer for Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency on Sunday commissioned a water borehole constructed by the APC Chairman of Arochukwu LGA, Mazi Sunday Torty for his community in Abagwu village, Arochukwu LGA. The borehole project was initiated and funded by Mazi Sunday Torty as part of his contribution to community development and in support of Chief Ikenna Nicolas Ukwa's aspiration for the House of Representatives and other APC candidates in the State. Speaking while commissioning the facility, Hon. Ikenna Ukwa commended the Party Chairman for…

Jun

2026

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List Of 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries

News Flash, Politics

FULL LIST: 48 Powerful Lawmakers Who Lost APC Reps Primaries Before the first shot of the 2027 elections is fired, no fewer than 50 current members of the 10th House of Representatives will not be in the 11th House, as reported by Vanguard. Why? At press time on a penultimate Sunday, no fewer than 48 All Progressives Congress, APC Reps have lost at the primaries held nationwide, at the penultimate weekend. Two legislators in Bayelsa did not join the race because they are seeking higher political offices. The figures are expected to be higher because APC is yet to release…

Jun

2026

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Varsity Dismisses Four Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Abuse, Extortion, Intimidation

Education, News Flash

Varsity Dismisses Four Lecturers Over Alleged Sexual Abuse, Extortion, Intimidation The Governing Council of the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam, Anambra State, has dismissed five members of staff over alleged sexual abuse, harassment, intimidation, extortion and other forms of misconduct. The university’s Public Relations Officer, Dr Harrison Madubueze, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Awka. Mr Madubueze said the decision was taken at the 122nd meeting of the Governing Council held on June 12. According to him, those dismissed include Prof. C.C. Nwabachili, the immediate past Dean of the Faculty of Law, and Prof. Chike Osegbue of…

Jun

2026

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Akpabio Daughter Got Juicy Position In NNPC Without Merit – Oshiomhole

FGN, National Assembly, News Flash

Akpabio Daughter Got Juicy Position In NNPC Without Merit – Oshiomhole Senator Adams Oshiomhole has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s daughter secured a “juicy position” in the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPC, without following due process. Oshiomhole made the allegation while speaking on the Mic On Podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, where he defended his comments on the Senate’s handling of issues relating to the NNPC and a bench warrant issued against former NNPC Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari. The former Edo State governor also accused Akpabio of having a personal interest in the NNPC, claiming that…

Jun

2026

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Trump Announces Completion Of Iran Deal, Authorizes Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz

International, News Flash, World News

Trump Announces Completion Of Iran Deal, Authorizes Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz United States President Donald Trump has announced that a deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran has been completed, while authorizing the reopening of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the United States naval blockade. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared: “The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all!” The US President further stated that he had fully authorized the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route through which…