Day: April 26, 2026

2027: Opposition to field single presidential candidate to unseat Tinubu

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Opposition moves to unite

…Vows to block ‘One-Party State’ agenda Opposition political leaders across Nigeria have declared their resolve to resist any attempt to impose President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the sole presidential candidate in the 2027 general elections, while simultaneously agreeing to work toward presenting a single, unified challenger to unseat him. The resolutions were reached at a high-level gathering tagged: the “National Summit of Opposition Political Party Leaders”, held in Ibadan, Oyo State, and hosted by Governor Seyi Makinde.  The meeting brought together an array of influential political figures, including former Vice-President…

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FG cuts food import tariffs to ease rising cost of living

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FG on food import tariffs

The Federal Government has announced a reduction in import tariffs on key food items in a bid to ease the growing economic pressure on households and businesses, as rising energy costs continue to drive inflation across the country. The measures, unveiled on 24 April 2026, include lower duties on essential staples such as rice, sugar and palm oil, as well as selected industrial inputs. The policy forms part of broader efforts to curb soaring prices and stabilise supply. The move comes amid a sharp increase in fuel costs, with petrol…

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Wave of kidnappings displaces 30 traditional rulers in Kwara

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Kwara kidnapping

No fewer than 30 traditional rulers across Kwara-South have reportedly abandoned their palaces following sustained attacks by armed groups, as angry residents took to the streets yesterday to protest what they described as the “total collapse” of security in the region. The development comes amid fresh alarm from the Kwara-South Development Forum, whose members stormed major streets in the senatorial district, accusing armed groups – described by residents as terrorists – of overrunning indigenous Yoruba communities, killing residents, abducting victims, and displacing entire villages. The protesters also called on President…

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“Govt. borrowing billions to fix infrastructure problems” — Presidency replies Sanusi

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Presidency replies Sanusi2

Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has said the Federal Government is borrowing billions of dollars to fund critical infrastructure projects across the country. Bwala made the comment while reacting to remarks by the Emir of Kano, Muhammed Sanusi, who noted that Nigeria requires between $30 billion and $100 billion annually to address its infrastructure deficit. In a post on 𝕏, Bwala stated: “Your Royal Highness, we are simply borrowing to invest in the most important areas of our economy, with infrastructure being the most…

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Borno: NAF airstrikes destroy terrorists’ hideouts 

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NAF Borno airstrikes

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says its airstrikes have successfully destroyed terrorist hideouts in the Southern Tumbuns area of Borno state. This is contained in a statement by its Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, yesterday in Abuja. Ejodame said the operation was conducted on Friday at about 1850 hours over Ali Sheriffti, a known terrorist enclave, following credible intelligence on insurgent activities. “The NAF air assets carried out a focused surveillance sweep, during which several insurgents were sighted moving along concealed tracks and were trailed…

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2027: Ex-Aviation Minister, Hadi Sirika declares Senate bid amid ongoing corruption trial

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Hadi Sirika on Senate bid

Former Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, has declared interest in contesting the Katsina North Senatorial Seat in the 2027 election. Sirika announced his intention to run for the Senate seat on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Recall that Sirika has blamed the failure of the proposed Nigeria Air on the activities of some domestic operators, under the aegis of the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON). The former Minister insisted that the process for setting up the airline was transparent and passed through the Federal Executive Council (FEC),…

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Ekiti election: APC appoints Gov. Uba Sani as campaign council chairman

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APC appoints Uba Sani

All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Governor Uba Sani, of Kaduna state, as chairman of its campaign council for the forthcoming Ekiti governorship election. The appointment was conveyed in a letter dated April 24, 2026, signed by Ajibola Basiru, national secretary of the party, on behalf of the National Working Committee (NWC). The party said Sani’s selection was based on his “distinguished leadership, political experience, and commitment” to the APC. It expressed confidence that under his leadership, the campaign would be effectively coordinated to secure victory at the poll. The…

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2027: “Tinubu’s re-election poses “moral dilemma” for the North” — Prof. Alƙali 

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Prof. Alkali on North

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Rufa’i Ahmed Alƙali, has stirred fresh debate over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid, describing it as a “moral burden” for the North. Speaking in a published interview yesterday, Alƙali addressed a range of pressing political issues, including Tinubu’s electoral prospects, zoning controversies, and recent political realignments such as developments involving Kano State governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. Reflecting on his experience as a former political adviser to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Alƙali was asked whether his past role influences his current assessment…

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