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Daniel’s Group Mobilises Supporters For APC Guber, Presidential Primaries

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

Gbenga Daniel’s support group urged its supporters to actively participate in the remaining APC governorship and presidential primary elections nationwide. The Bola Ahmed Tinubu/Otunba Gbenga Daniel (BATOGD) political movement has directed its supporters to actively participate in the remaining All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship and presidential primary elections. The group,...

IGP Appeals For Prayers As Police Honour 17 Officers Killed In Yobe Attack

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

IGP Olatunji Disu has urged Nigerians to support security agencies with prayers as police intensify efforts against banditry and terrorism. The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olatunji Disu, has appealed to Nigerians to continue praying for the nation and security agencies as efforts intensify to tackle insecurity across the country....

Tinubu To Gowon: Your Memoir A Compass For Nigeria’s Unity, Future

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

Tinubu says Gowon’s memoir offers lessons on unity, reconciliation and leadership critical to Nigeria’s democratic stability and future. President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday described the autobiography of former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, as an important national document that offers guidance for Nigeria’s future, regional cooperation and the preservation...

First Lady Tinubu To Nigerian Children: Don’t Allow Circumstances Limit Your Dreams

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

First Lady Tinubu urged Nigerian children to dream beyond their circumstances as government strengthens child protection and education policies. Wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged Nigerian children not to allow their environment or present realities limit their dreams and aspirations. She encouraged them to set higher goals...

PDP Clears Jonathan As Sole Presidential Candidate Ahead Of 2027 Election

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

The PDP has cleared former President Goodluck Jonathan as its sole presidential candidate for the 2027 election. Former President Goodluck Jonathan has emerged as the sole presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 general election, following clearance by the party’s screening committee chaired by former Niger...

2027 Elections: Elumelu, NUJ FCT Urge Media to Combat Disinformation, Defend Democracy

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

The Minority Leader of the 9th House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Godwin Elumelu, OON, has called on journalists, political actors and citizens to unite against the growing threat of disinformation ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that fake news and propaganda could undermine Nigeria’s democracy if left unchecked....

Alleged cyberbullying: Again, Sowore Fails to enter defence

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

*Prosecution Counsel Accuses Sowore of delay tactics as Court Sets June 4 for Ruling on recusal petition Politician and online publisher Omoyele Sowore has failed to enter a defence in his ongoing trial before a Federal High Court in Abuja on cyberbullying related offences. Sowore is being prosecuted for allegedly...

Nigeria Moves To Professionalise Caregiving, Declares 2026 Year Of Families

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

Nigeria declares 2026 Year of Families and unveils reforms to professionalise caregiving nationwide. The federal government has pledged to reposition caregiving as a professional sector and a core pillar of Nigeria’s economic development. To drive the vision, the federal government said it has embarked on institutional reforms to replace outdated...

PDP Says APC Has Created Legacy Of Unsafe Schools Across Nigeria

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

PDP blames APC for rising school attacks and urges stronger nationwide strategy to tackle insecurity and abductions. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has condemned the killings and abduction of school teachers and children, saying it remained one of the legacies of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) administration. In a statement...

Tony Elumelu Set For Seplat Energy Board Seat As Shareholders Meet May 20

NewsDeskNgMay 19, 2026May 19, 20260

Chairman of UBA Tony Elumelu set for Seplat board election as shareholders meet May 20 following Heirs Energies’ major stake acquisition. Multi-billionaire entrepreneur and Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Mr. Tony Elumelu, is expected to be formally elected to the board of Seplat Energy Plc as a...

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Keyamo Orders Probe Into Asaba Private Jet Incident As NCAA Grounds Operator

Akpabio Warns APC Over Delayed Candidate List, Says Lawmakers Are ‘Panicking’ Ahead Of 2027 Polls

Daniel’s Group Mobilises Supporters For APC Guber, Presidential Primaries

IGP Appeals For Prayers As Police Honour 17 Officers Killed In Yobe Attack

Tinubu To Gowon: Your Memoir A Compass For Nigeria’s Unity, Future

First Lady Tinubu To Nigerian Children: Don’t Allow Circumstances Limit Your Dreams

PDP Clears Jonathan As Sole Presidential Candidate Ahead Of 2027 Election

2027 Elections: Elumelu, NUJ FCT Urge Media to Combat Disinformation, Defend Democracy

Alleged cyberbullying: Again, Sowore Fails to enter defence

Nigeria Moves To Professionalise Caregiving, Declares 2026 Year Of Families

PDP Says APC Has Created Legacy Of Unsafe Schools Across Nigeria

Tony Elumelu Set For Seplat Energy Board Seat As Shareholders Meet May 20