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Court Orders Banks to Release Sowore’s Financial Records to Police

The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) permission to obtain full banking details of Omoyele Sowore, publisher of Sahara Reporters, amid an ongoing investigation into alleged terrorism financing and money laundering. In a ruling delivered on Tuesday, Justice Emeka Nwite directed six financial institutions—United Bank for Africa, Guaranty Trust Bank, Zenith Bank, Opay, Moniepoint, and Kuda Microfinance Bank—to provide the police with account opening documents, mandate cards, and certified statements of account covering transactions

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2027: PDP’s Southern Zoning Stirs Division in the North

The Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) decision to reserve its 2027 presidential ticket for Southern Nigeria has sparked sharp divisions among northern political actors and groups, raising concerns over fairness and inclusivity. At its 102nd National Executive Committee meeting on Monday, the party resolved to zone the presidency to the South while retaining the current National Working Committee led by acting chairman, Umar Damagum. While some northern PDP veterans such as former Information Minister, Prof. Jerry Gana, have publicly backed the

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Power Output Stalls at 5,500MW as Bayelsa Gains Electricity Regulatory Autonomy

Nigeria’s electricity grid has continued to struggle to surpass 6,000 megawatts, with generation levels hovering around 5,500MW for several months. This development coincides with the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission’s (NERC) transfer of regulatory authority in Bayelsa State to the newly established Bayelsa Electricity Regulatory Agency (BYERA). Despite the decentralisation drive granting more states autonomy over their electricity markets, actual power generation has shown little progress. Announcing the handover via its official social media platforms on Monday, NERC confirmed the transfer

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UNILAG ASUU Rejects FG Loan Scheme, Calls It a ‘Greek Gift’

The University of Lagos chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has strongly opposed the Federal Government’s proposed loan scheme for lecturers, dismissing it as a “Greek gift” and stating that its members have no interest in such an arrangement. The decision was made during a special congress held on Tuesday, where members reiterated their backing for the strategies and ongoing actions of the union’s national leadership in pushing for their demands. The congress also unanimously endorsed the

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UPDATED: Panic as Abuja–Kaduna Train Derails

A train heading from Abuja to Kaduna derailed on Tuesday morning, throwing passengers into panic after several coaches went off track. The incident, which occurred shortly after the train departed Abuja around 11 a.m., caused chaos as frightened commuters scrambled out of the affected carriages in search of safety. Eyewitnesses described the moment as sudden and terrifying, noting that the derailment happened without warning. “It was total confusion. People who managed to escape were seen running in different directions. The

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ECOWAS to Mobilise $2.5bn Annually for 260,000-Man Counter-Terrorism Force

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has unveiled plans to establish a 260,000-strong rapid deployment counter-terrorism brigade, with an estimated annual budget of $2.5 billion. The announcement was made by the ECOWAS Commission President, Dr. Omar Touray, during the 2025 African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit in Abuja, themed “Combating Contemporary Threats to Regional Peace and Security in Africa: The Role of Strategic Defence Collaboration.” Touray, represented by the ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Amb.

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Nigeria Storms India for Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship

Team Nigeria has landed in Ahmedabad, India, for the 2025 Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship — a week-long contest that also doubles as a qualifier for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The squad consists of 12 athletes across various weight categories, blending first-time competitors with seasoned lifters eager to strengthen Nigeria’s reputation on the global stage. Among the notable names are Ruth Asuquo (48kg), who will be making her international debut, and Edidiong Umoafia (67kg), competing in his second Commonwealth

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2027 Presidency: Makinde, Other Southern PDP Leaders Eye Ticket

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, clearing the path for Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and other southern heavyweights to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the next general election. The decision was reached at the party’s 102nd National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting on Monday. The NEC also ratified the existing zoning arrangement for the November elective convention in Ibadan, Oyo State, and confirmed Umar Damagum as the substantive National Chairman. Zoning

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Osimhen’s Goal Fires Galatasaray to Best League Start in 18 Years

Victor Osimhen etched his name into Galatasaray’s history books on Sunday after scoring in a commanding 4-0 win over Kayserispor, a result that handed the Turkish giants their strongest league start since the 2007/08 campaign. Making his first start since his high-profile summer transfer, the Nigerian striker struck in the 86th minute to net his debut goal for the club, sealing an emphatic victory at the Kadir Has Stadium. The win means Galatasaray have begun their Super Lig season with

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