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PDP Moves to Defuse Internal Crisis as Makinde, Wike Camps Open Peace Talks Ahead of 2027

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says it has taken major steps to ease internal tensions as loyalists of Seyi Makinde and Nyesom Wike begin reconciliation efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party has in recent months faced a deepening internal crisis marked by public disagreements, legal disputes and power struggles, raising concerns about its unity and readiness for the next election cycle. Speaking in Abuja, factional PDP National Chairman Kabiru Tanimu Turaki said the party’s National Working Committee […]

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Army Seeks Dismissal of Suit Over Disputed Apo Property in Abuja

The Nigerian Army has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss a suit filed over a disputed property in the Apo District of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), describing the case as an abuse of court process. The suit, marked FHC/ABJ/C’S/2635/2025, was instituted by a professor, John Ntui Ntuiabane, who is seeking the court’s interpretation of the rights of Nigerian citizens to own property. The claimant is also asking the court to preserve the rights of a retired […]

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Crime does not thrive where I serve — New FCT CP.

The new Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory Command, Ahmed Sanusi, has vowed to tackle crime decisively, declaring that criminal activities will not be tolerated under his leadership. Speaking during his maiden press briefing in Abuja, Sanusi said the command would adopt proactive and intelligence-driven strategies aimed at preventing crime and ensuring public safety. He stated that the police would be relentless in identifying and pursuing criminal elements, with a focus on deterrence rather than reaction. Sanusi also […]

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Ex-Google chief Matt Brittin appointed new BBC director-general.

The BBC has appointed Matt Brittin as its next Director-General, marking a significant leadership shift for the broadcaster. Brittin, a former senior executive at Google, will assume the role on May 18, becoming the 18th Director-General in the corporation’s history. His appointment follows the resignation of Tim Davie. Chairman of the BBC Board, Samir Shah, said Brittin brings extensive experience in leading complex organisations through periods of transformation. The appointment has drawn attention due to Brittin’s lack of direct experience […]

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FCCPC raises the alarm over surge in unsafe, fake products.

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has raised concerns over the growing circulation of unsafe and substandard products in Nigerian markets, warning that the trend undermines consumer confidence and weakens economic integrity. The Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, Tunji Bello, highlighted the issue during the 2026 World Consumer Rights Day event and the 9th National Consumers Contest Awards in Abuja, speaking on the theme “Safe Products, Confident Consumers.” Bello explained that unsafe and […]

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Court dismisses suit against INEC, 19 political parties over exorbitant nomination fees.

The Federal High Court has dismissed a suit filed by human rights lawyer Ejime Okolie against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and 19 political parties. Okolie had challenged what he described as the “outrageous” expression of interest and nomination fees charged by political parties for members seeking elective positions. In her judgment, Justice Binta Nyako ruled that the matter falls within the internal affairs of political parties, noting that courts should not interfere in such issues. She emphasized that […]

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Youths central to nation’s democratic progress, says INEC chairman

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has urged Nigerian youths to take a leading role in strengthening the country’s democracy ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, made the call in Abuja during the unveiling of the 2026 Voter Education Manual and its youth-friendly version, developed in collaboration with Kimpact Development Initiative. Represented by National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, the chairman said young people remain central to Nigeria’s democratic […]

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NYSC dismisses viral claims of ‘ransom clause’, reassures corps members on safety.

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has dismissed as false a viral report alleging that the scheme operates a “ransom clause” and exposes corps members to banditry. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the NYSC, through its Director of Information and Public Relations, Caroline Embu, described the claim as misleading and entirely fictitious, stressing that no such provision exists in its Act, bye-laws, or official publications. The scheme also clarified that a widely referenced case involving Musa Abba had been […]

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Convention: APC to elect national leaders by consensus

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed plans to adopt a consensus approach in selecting its national leadership at its convention scheduled for March 27–28, 2026, in Abuja. The disclosure was made by the party’s Assistant Secretary for Media and Publicity for the 2026 convention, Mary Ikoku, during an interview on Channels Television. Ikoku explained that while consensus would be used for national leadership positions at the convention, the party had yet to determine the approach for elective positions during […]

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