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Countdown to 2027: Gana, Baraje, Makarfi Jostle for PDP Chair as Consensus Push Grows

With the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) National Convention slated for November 15–16, 2025 in Ibadan, top party figures are lining up to contest the National Chairman position, amid growing calls for a consensus-based selection process Main Aspirants and Internal Dynamics Reported frontrunners include Professor Jerry Gana, former Minister of Information; ex-party chair Kawu Baraje; and former Kaduna State Governor Ahmed Makarfi. Current acting Chairman Umar Damagum is also believed to be seeking a substantive appointment While the PDP’s National Executive

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Abuja Police Arrest Sisters, Couple Over Fake Kidnapping to Extort N5 Million from Father

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested four individuals, including two sisters, for allegedly staging a fake kidnapping in a bid to extort N5 million from their father. According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the incident began when a man identified as Mr. Innocent, a resident of Jikwoyi Phase II, reported that his 16-year-old daughter, Lead Way Innocent, had disappeared on July 18, 2025, after leaving home

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NiMet Warns of Thunderstorms, Flash Floods Across Nigeria

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a nationwide weather forecast, warning of potential thunderstorms, moderate to heavy rainfall, and possible flash floods from Monday through Wednesday. In its latest three-day weather outlook, released on Sunday in Abuja, the agency predicted widespread rainfall and stormy conditions, especially in northern, central, and southern parts of the country, with areas at risk of flooding urged to take precautions. Northern Region On Monday morning, thunder and moderate rain are expected in Adamawa, Taraba,

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Pastor Paul Enenche Slams Nigerian Leaders Over Worsening Hardship

Renowned cleric and Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Paul Enenche, has decried the severe hardship faced by Nigerians, criticizing leaders at the top for being indifferent and mocking the suffering masses. Speaking during a recent sermon, Pastor Enenche expressed deep concern over the widespread poverty and desperation affecting citizens, warning that the situation has reached unbearable levels. “It’s hard to understand how those in the highest positions of power remain so disconnected. There seems to be no

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Son of Abuja Chief Imam Killed Amid Land Dispute in Bwari

Tragedy struck the Kuchibuyi community in Bwari, Abuja, on Saturday as Attahiru Abubakar, son of the Chief Imam, was fatally shot during a violent confrontation reportedly linked to a land dispute. His brother, Abass Abubakar, sustained gunshot injuries and is currently receiving treatment in a hospital. The deceased’s father, Imam Abubakar Yaqub, was also said to have been wounded in the incident. According to initial police reports, officers from the Byazin and Kubwa Divisions responded to a distress call over

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Sport

Tobi Amusan Clinches Fifth National 100m Hurdles Title in Lagos

World record holder Tobi Amusan continued her impressive form by winning the 100m hurdles at the 2025 Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) National Trials, held at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos. The 28-year-old sprinted to victory with a time of 12.57 seconds, securing her fifth national title in the event. Amusan had a swift start out of the blocks and maintained her lead throughout the race. Behind her, Adaobi Tabugbo claimed second place with a time

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Man United Share Spoils with Everton, West Ham Down Bournemouth in US Tour Finale

Man United Share Spoils with Everton, West Ham Down Bournemouth in US Tour Finale Manchester United secured the Premier League Summer Series title following a 2-2 draw against Everton in Atlanta on Sunday, thanks to standout performances from Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount. United topped the table with seven points from three matches, having earlier defeated West Ham 2-1 and Bournemouth 4-1 in the round-robin pre-season tournament across the United States. Fernandes, who scored from the penalty spot and provided

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Internal Turmoil Grips APC in Key States Amid Rising Factionalism and Legal Disputes

Despite holding power at the federal level and in 23 states, the All Progressives Congress (APC) is facing increasing internal crises across multiple state chapters, threatening the party's unity ahead of the 2027 general elections. From Lagos and Rivers to Benue, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom, the ruling party is battling factional disputes, leadership tussles, and allegations of imposition that have raised concerns within the party hierarchy. These internal conflicts have prompted interventions from the APC national leadership, as the party

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Verydarkman Denies Receiving Any Money from Davido

Controversial activist Verydarkman has debunked claims suggesting that singer Davido has financially supported him. In a recent Instagram post, he clarified that he has never received a single kobo from the DMW boss. Addressing ongoing speculations, he insisted that many of the gestures often credited to Davido were actually his own efforts. Verydarkman revealed that when he traveled to Lagos to visit Davido, he personally paid for his flight and hotel accommodation. Despite public assumptions that Davido sponsored the trip

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