Day: September 1, 2026

Day: September 1, 2026
Politics & Government

Atiku vows toReview NELFUND, Forgive Students’ Debts

Atiku vows toReview NELFUND, Forgive Students’ Debts The Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has promised to review the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and introduce debt forgiveness for qualifying student borrowers if elected. Atiku’s position was disclosed by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, in a statement

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Foreign Affairs National News

US records could jeopardise 2027 re-election bid – Ayodele warns Tinubu

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that the possible release of documents allegedly held by the United States government could have serious political consequences for his 2027 re-election bid. Ayodele, in a statement issued on Tuesday by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, claimed that influential

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Entertainment

FIFA Threatens NFF Suspension Over Alleged Government Interference

FIFA Threatens NFF Suspension Over Alleged Government Interference FIFA has demanded clarification from Nigerian football authorities over reports alleging government interference in the affairs of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), warning that the development could attract sanctions if confirmed. In a letter dated September 1, 2026, and signed by FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström on

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NEWS

JUSUN Demands Action After Attack on Adamawa Judge

The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria ,JUSUN, has condemned the alleged machete attack on a judge of an area court in Mayo-Inne, Fufore Local Government Area, Dauda Hamman, Adamawa State, describing the incident as a serious threat to judicial officers and the administration of justice. The union expressed concern over the safety of judicial personnel,

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Sports

Transfer Deadline: Arteta Promises Arsenal Will Keep Improving Squad

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has assured supporters that the club remains active in the transfer market as the deadline approaches. Arteta said Arsenal would continue to assess opportunities to strengthen the squad if suitable players become available. Following the Gunners’ 1-0 win over Aston Villa on Monday night, Arteta promised the club would be active

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NEWS

Nnamdi Kanu’s Lawyer Urges FG to Reconsider Detention of Popular Leaders

The Federal Government has been urged to reconsider its approach to the detention and prosecution of popular political and social leaders, with Aloy Ejimakor, special counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra ,IPOB, on Tuesday warns that prolonged imprisonment could create further challenges for the government. Ejimakor argued that the continued

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NEWS

Fraud Probe: EFCC Issues Fresh Invitation to Ex-Gov Sylva

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission ,EFCC, has issued a fresh invitation to former Bayelsa State Governor, Timipre Sylva, over an alleged $14.86 million financial fraud case. The former governor was reportedly asked to appear before the anti-graft agency after failing to honour an earlier invitation. The EFCC is investigating allegations relating to the handling

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Politics & Government

Donald Duke Reveals Tinubu’s ‘Weakness’ After Praising President as ‘Formidable Politician’ 

Former Cross River State Governor and 2027 presidential candidate of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), Donald Duke, has described President Bola Tinubu as a formidable politician while faulting his administration’s approach to governance. Duke made the assessment during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday, where he distinguished between Tinubu’s political abilities and

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Politics & Government

Osun ADC Unveils Candidates for Senate, Reps, Assembly Seats

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State has unveiled its candidates for the Senate, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party made the announcement in a statement issued on Monday by its Publicity Secretary, Abosede Busayo Oluwaseun, calling on residents across the state to familiarise

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NEWS

Shettima Warns South Africa Against Xenophobic Attacks on Nigerians, Other Africans

Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on South Africa to reconsider the treatment of Nigerians and other African nationals amid concerns over xenophobic and Afrophobic attacks, reaffirming Nigeria’s opposition to any form of discrimination or abuse against its citizens. Shettima spoke in Luanda shortly before departing for Nigeria after representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at

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