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APC Members Protest Alleged Substitution Of Rotimi Ajanaku’s Name With Folake Olunloyo, Decry Marginalisation Of Ward 12

Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Ward 12, Ibadan South-West Local Government, today staged a protest calling on the leadership of the Party in the State to restore the mandate of Otunba Rotimi Ajanaku. The protesters, who gathered at UMC Eleja School, Odo-Ona, carried placards including “No More Mama Sope” and chanted anti‑imposition songs, insisting that Otunba Rotimi Ajanaku won the Ibadan North‑West/Ibadan South‑West primary election for the House of Representatives. Speaking about the peaceful demonstration, Honourable Adepoju Olayiwola Popoola told journalists that the party’s leadership must reinstate Otunba Rotimi Ajanaku’s mandate. “Let me explain what really happened and why party members from Ward 12, Ibadan South‑West are protesting. To ensure that a...

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Court Grants El-Rufai N100m Bail

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday granted bail to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, in the sum of N100m.El-Rufai is standing trial over charges bordering on alleged breach of national security.Justice Joyce Abdulmalik, ruling on the bail application, imposed stringent conditions for the former governor’s release.The court held that the surety must reside in either the Maitama or Asokoro districts of Abuja and must deposit the original Certificate of Occupancy of a landed property with the court registry.The judge further ruled that the surety must be a federal civil servant not below Grade Level 17 and must provide evidence of salary payments for at least three months, authenticated by a bank manager within the court’s jurisdiction.Justice Abdulmalik also directed the...

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Ogun allays fears over gas leak incident, says victims discharged

The Ogun State Government has disclosed that all persons admitted at the State Hospital, Ijebu-Ode, following the recent chemical inhalation incident in some schools within the town, have been discharged.The Commissioner for Health, Tomi Coker, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday during an engagement with parents, guardians and residents at Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School on Saturday.Coker stated that the state government would deploy ambulance crews to all wards in Ijebu-Ode to ensure prompt emergency response.She stated that each ambulance would be staffed with a driver and a paramedic to respond swiftly to incidents in the area.Coker also disclosed that the government had established a medical response protocol to ensure that any patient taken to secondary health facilities a...

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Oyo School Principal Abducted By Terrorists Cry For Help From Captivity

A woman identified as Mrs. Alamu, who introduced herself as the principal of Community High School, Esinele, has cried out for help. Alamu and several staff members and students were reportedly abducted by unknown gunmen in Oyo State.In a viral video circulating on social media on Sunday, Alamu, who introduced herself as the principal of Community High School, Esinele, has cried out for help after she and several staff members and students were reportedly abducted by unknown gunmen in Oyo State.According to her, armed men attacked the school and abducted several teachers and students.“On Friday at around 9:30, we were attacked by a certain group of people. A good number of us were abducted, the staff and the students as well,” she said in the emotional appealThe woman called on the Feder...

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63% Of Nigerians Want Interest Rates Reduced – CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria says 63.3 per cent of Nigerians want interest rates reduced ahead of the Monetary Policy Committee meeting scheduled for May 19 and 20, 2026.The apex bank disclosed this in its April 2026 Inflation Expectations Survey Report, released by its Statistics Department under the Economic Policy Directorate on its website.The report found that most respondents preferred lower borrowing costs despite persistent inflationary pressures across the economy. It stated, “The survey revealed high public engagement with CBN communications (92.1 per cent), a general perception of transparency (93.3 per cent), and a strong desire for a reduction in interest rates (63.3 per cent).”According to the report, 26.0 per cent of respondents wanted interest rates retained at current leve...

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FirstBank, Visa Launch Naira Visa Debit Card To Accelerate Nigeria’s Cashless Payments Drive

First Bank of Nigeria Limited has announced the launch of its Naira Visa Debit Card.The card is in partnership with Visa aimed at extending access, reliable electronic payment capabilities to a broader segment of the Nigerian population.The card is targeted at everyday consumers who require a dependable payment instrument for routine domestic and international transactions. Accepted across POS terminals, ATMs, and online platforms through Visa’s payments network, the Naira Visa Debit Card is designed to reduce friction for customers transitioning from cash to electronic payments across retail, utilities, and digital commerce.The launch aligns with Nigeria’s ongoing drive toward a cashless economy, a policy direction that has gained significant momentum following successive Central Bank ...

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LOTUS bank partners FG on CNG, electric vehicles

LOTUS Bank, a non-interest bank and financial advisory services provider, is collaborating with the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicle (Pi-CNG and EV) to accelerate adoption of cleaner and more affordable mobility alternatives.The bank’s Managing Director, Dr Isiaka Ajani-Lawal, said on Monday that the collaboration would be geared toward the expansion of CNG and EV infrastructure nationwide.Ajani-Lawal said the agreement was sealed at the inauguration of the Northern Corridor of the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Electric Vehicle (EV) Programme in Kano.According to him, the initiative was designed to accelerate the adoption of cleaner, more affordable and sustainable mobility alternatives.He said the collaboration was geared towards the expansion of ...

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Xenophobia: Atiku faults FG’s handling of South Africa crisis

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Sunday faulted the Federal Government's handling of the renewed xenophobic tensions in South Africa.Atiku said it was embarrassing that Nigeria had to be pressured into action while smaller African countries moved swiftly to protect their citizens. He stated this in a statement issued by his senior special assistant on public communication, Phrank Shaibu.He said, “It is deeply troubling that Nigeria, a country that prides itself as the leader of the Black world and the giant of Africa, once again found itself reacting instead of leading in a moment of continental crisis. “When the first signs of danger emerged, smaller African nations acted with clarity, compassion and urgency. Ghana moved decisively following the approval for the evacuation o...

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EPL: Fernandes equals assist record as United beat Forest 3-2

Bruno Fernandes equalled the Premier League record of 20 assists in a season as Manchester United secured third place with a 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest. Fernandes, who was recently crowned the football writers’ player of the season, moved alongside Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne when his cross was turned in by Bryan Mbeumo for United’s third goal. Mbeumo was also involved for the game’s most controversial moment when his handball in the build up to Matheus Cunha’s strike went unpunished despite a VAR review. Both sides had secured their principal targets in recent weeks with United set to return to the Champions League, while Forest only guaranteed survival last weekend. The low stakes made for a wide open contest that burst into life when Luke Shaw volleyed United ...

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Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala 2027: Akwara Joins Reps Race, Urges INEC to Protect People’s Mandate

By Bukola Ojo In what political analysts have described as a strategic and ideologically significant entry into the 2027 electoral equation, Barrister Patrice Akwara has officially picked the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) nomination and expression of interest forms to contest for the Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, Imo State. The accomplished legal practitioner, agribusiness entrepreneur, and grassroots political figure made the declaration while addressing journalists shortly after securing the party nomination forms, where he unveiled a robust reformist agenda anchored on democratic accountability, economic revitalization, constitutional governance, and people-oriented representation. Delivering a sharply articulated criti...

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NAFDAC Clears Bon Bread, Confirms Compliance After Investigation

By Victor Okoye The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has cleared Bon Bread manufacturer over allegations concerning extended bread shelf life. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the controversy began after a viral TikTok video made by one Ms Love Dooshima showed a loaf allegedly remaining fresh for nearly two months without spoilage. The development triggered public debate on food safety, bread preservatives, consumer rights, and corporate response to online criticism.NAFDAC Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye said investigations confirmed Food & Food Integrated Company Ltd complied with regulatory standards and food safety requirements. The agency began investigations after a social media claim alleged a loaf of bread...

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Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala 2027: Akwara Joins Reps Race, Urges INEC to Protect People’s Mandate

By Bukola Ojo In what political analysts have described as a strategic and ideologically significant entry into the 2027 electoral equation, Barrister Patrice Akwara has officially picked the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) nomination and expression of interest forms to contest for the Aboh Mbaise/Ngor Okpala Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, Imo State. The accomplished legal practitioner, agribusiness entrepreneur, and grassroots political figure made the declaration while addressing journalists shortly after securing the party nomination forms, where he unveiled a robust reformist agenda anchored on democratic accountability, economic revitalization, constitutional governance, and people-oriented representation. Delivering a sharply articulated cr...

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APC Primaries: Committee commends peaceful conduct as aggrieved aspirant reject result, wants Tinubu, Yilwatda intervention

GombeThe Gombe State Senatorial/House of Representatives Primary Election Committee of the All Progressive Congress (APC), has commended all its members across the State over the peaceful conduct of the Primary Election held on Saturday 16th May, 2026.The Commendation by Chairman of the Committee, Malam Labiru Musa Kafur, is however coming amidst widespread disaffection and rejection of some results of the direct primary election.Briefing newsmen Sunday evening over the outcome of the election the Chairman said, the peaceful atmosphere, the orderly conduct of aspirants, and the massive, disciplined turnouts across the State proved beyond doubt that the APC internal democracy is robust, stable, and deeply institutionalized.According to him, “by establishing a system anchored heavily on v...

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Court orders FCCPC to close Coscharis Motors over defective Range Rover sold to customer

A federal high court in Abuja has ordered the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to shut down Coscharis Motors over a dispute involving a “defective” Range Rover Sport sold to a customer, Florence Ozor.Emeka Nwite, the presiding judge, gave the order on Wednesday while ruling on a motion for judicial review filed by Ozor.The FCCPC was listed as a respondent in the case.In September 2024, Ozor, the applicant, bought a 2024 Range Rover Sport worth N260 million from Coscharis Motors.According to a report by n TheCable, the applicant started driving the car in November 2024.Six months later, the vehicle “developed recurrent faults, including a defective right taillight”.The applicant told the commission that despite repairs, the defects persisted.Subsequently, the ...

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Taraba REC Rallies Stakeholders’ Support For Continuous Voter Registration

Independent National Electoral Commission’s Resident Electoral Commissioner in Taraba State, Sa’ad Umar Idris, has embarked on a two day advocacy and courtesy visits to security agencies, paramilitary organisations and other critical stakeholders as part of efforts to strengthen preparations for the 2027 general elections and also to mobilise support for the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise.The two-day engagement, organised by the Taraba State office of INEC, was aimed at deepening collaboration with key institutions involved in the electoral process while also sensitising them on the third phase of the Continuous Voter Registration, which commenced on May 11 and is expected to end on July 10, 2026.During the visits, Idris appealed to the various agencies and institutions t...

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NMA asks Tinubu to order public inquiry into EFCC raid on UUTHT

The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has asked President Bola Tinubu to order a public inquiry into the raid on the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH) by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).The EFCC operatives had on Tuesday reported to have invaded UUTH in two saloon cars and a tinted bus, with some masked officers, arresting Eyo Ekpe, a professor of cardiothoracic surgery and deputy chairman of the hospital’s medical advisory committee.In a statement on Friday signed by Olayinka Atilola, NMA national publicity secretary, the association asked Tinubu to direct Ola Olukoyede, EFCC chairman, to investigate the incident and sanction officers involved.The association described the incident as a “violent disruption” of the hospital environment and calle...

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17 officers killed in terrorist attack on Yobe military base

The police says 17 officers were killed in a terrorist attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Buni Yadi, Gujba LGA of Yobe state.The institution came under bandits attack on May 8 while the troops of the joint task force (north-east) Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) repelled the coordinated attacks on military formations in Yobe state.The fighters were suspected to be members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). The insurgents reportedly launched the assault at about 2am “from multiple axis under the cover of darkness” but were met with “devastating firepower” from troops.In a statement issued on Saturday, Anthony Placid, force public relations officer (PRO), said the officers were undergoing specialised operational training at the institution when the terrorists lau...

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ADC postpones presidential, governorship screenings to Monday

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has postponed its presidential and governorship screening exercises to Monday, May 18. In a statement issued on Saturday, Bolaji Abdullahi, national publicity secretary of the ADC, said “The African Democratic Congress (ADC) wishes to inform all presidential and governorship aspirants that the party’s screening exercise earlier scheduled for this weekend has been postponed to Monday, 18th May 2026,” the statement reads. Bolaji also announced that screenings for national assembly aspirants from parts of northern Nigeria would now take place in Abuja. He noted that the decision was taken because of the security situation in some northern states, adding that all affected aspirants would be contacted with updated schedules and details. “We...

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NLC warns over climate crisis, unfair trade impact on workers

By Joan Nwagwu Mr Echezona Asuzu, Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Focal Person on Climate Change, says the climate crisis and unfair trade practices are threatening decent work and workers’ livelihoods in Nigeria and globally. Asuzu said this during a Green and Fair Trade march organised by the NLC Climate Change and Trade Programmes to mark the 2026 Workers’ Day across several states. Participants carried placards with inscriptions such as “Just Transition without trade unions is highly unjust” and “Climate change is a workplace reality; mainstream workers and unions.” The workers also called for stronger labour inclusion in climate policy frameworks, including “Workers and trade unions at the heart of NDC 3.0 implementation.” The march featured advocacy chants and aware...

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Olugbesan Family Removes Gbolarunmi As Mogaji, Appoints Jubril Labisi As New Mogaji

The Olugbesan family of Oke-Agbeni, in the Ibadan South-West Local Government Area, has officially announced the removal of Hazeem Gbolarunmi as Mogaji following a vote of no confidence. In a resolution dated 13 May and addressed to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja (Arusa I), the family said Gbolarunmi “is not a legitimate member of the Olugbesan family” and that he was imposed as Mogaji in 2008 by the late political figure Alhaji Lamidi Adedibu. The family announced Alhaji Jubril Olumide Labisi Olugbesan as the new Mogaji of the family. The family accused Gbolarunmi of misconduct, including converting family properties for personal use, sowing division among members and secretly selling ancestral land in Ido Local Government Area. Th...

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