Here are the leading 10 headlines from around the nation.
1. Jandor warns Jonathan of crushing defeat if he contests 2027 presidency against Tinubu
Dr. Abdul-Azeez Adediran, widely known as Jandor, cautions former President Goodluck Jonathan against yielding to calls to run in the 2027 presidential election, asserting that such a move would result in a humiliating political loss. Read more
2. ADC criticizes Tinubu’s handling of security, accuses President of failing as Commander-in-Chief
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has openly criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, blaming him for the worsening security situation nationwide and accusing him of neglecting his duties as Commander-in-Chief. Read more
3. SERAP threatens legal action against 36 governors and Wike over N14tn fuel subsidy savings transparency
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) demands that Nigeria’s 36 state governors and the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, provide a full account of the estimated N14 trillion saved from fuel subsidy allocations, including detailed project reports, locations, and completion statuses. Read more
4. Atiku criticizes Tinubu’s visit to Plateau for APC chairman’s mother’s funeral
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed strong disapproval of President Bola Tinubu’s attendance at the burial of Nana Lydia Yilwatda, mother of APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, in Plateau State last Saturday. Read more
5. Canadian Igbo community demands release of IPOB leader Kanu due to health concerns
Members of the Igbo diaspora in Canada have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to order the immediate and unconditional release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), citing his worsening health condition. Read more
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6. Akwa Ibom government refutes claims of withdrawing security from ex-Governor Emmanuel
The Akwa Ibom State administration has dismissed rumors suggesting that it revoked the security details assigned to former Governor Udom Emmanuel. Read more
7. CPPE calls on government to establish investor and employee protection framework
The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has urged the Federal Government to swiftly implement a comprehensive framework aimed at safeguarding the interests of investors and workers. Read more
8. NUPRC celebrates oil industry revival with 762% increase in rig count and $40 billion in new investments
Nigeria’s upstream oil regulator reports significant progress in the sector, highlighting a 762 percent rise in rig operations, nearly $40 billion in fresh investments, and transformative reforms under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). Read more
9. Actress Laide Bakare addresses backlash over viral remarks on alcohol and her daughter
Nollywood star Laide Bakare has responded to criticism following a viral video where she appeared to admit introducing her teenage daughter to alcohol, clarifying her statements. Read more
10. UK’s Kemi Badenoch pledges to deport 150,000 illegal immigrants annually
Kemi Badenoch, leader of the UK Conservative Party, has unveiled a stringent immigration policy promising the deportation of 150,000 undocumented migrants each year, describing it as the most rigorous reform Britain has implemented. Read more
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