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The Labour Party has announced that Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed may replace Peter Obi as its presidential flagbearer in the 2027 general elections.

According to Sahara Reporters, The National Judicial Council (NJC) has directed the Chief Judge of Edo State, Justice Daniel Okungbowa, to reassign a four-year-old defamation suit filed by former Akwa Ibom State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Mike Igini, against retired Colonel and former Edo State APC Chairman, Col. David Imuse.

Nigerian entrepreneur and public figure Tonye Cole has raised alarm over the state of politics in Rivers State, describing it as driven by personal interests rather than ideological or party loyalty.

As Rivers State prepares for local government elections, political tensions are once again heating up. Higher King, a well-known political voice in the state, has warned that the situation is far from settled.

Oscar Savior Imeabe, President of the South-South Youth Initiative, has expressed strong doubts about the fairness of the forthcoming local government elections in Rivers State, warning that the electoral process could be compromised.

The Nasarawa State Government on Monday commenced the World Bank’s Adolescent Girls Initiative For Learning And Empowerment project, aimed at improving 490 public secondary schools across the 13 local government areas of the state.

The BATN Foundation has awarded agribusiness grants to four graduates of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, under its flagship Graduate Agripreneur Programme, bringing the number of empowered graduates to 22 this year with a total disbursement of over N33m.

Former Nigerian president Dr Goodluck Jonathan, ex-president of Mali Dioncounda Traore and some members of the West African Elders Forum (WAEF) will be arriving in Banjul on Tuesday to join more than 200 political leaders, policymakers, civil society representatives and development partners from across the world, for the first-ever Sahel Governance Forum, billed for July 30-31 2025.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said that the emerging opposition coalition led by the African Democratic Congress, ADC, is not centred on individual political gladiators like himself, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi or Nasir El-Rufai, but on rescuing Nigeria’s democracy from what he described as the ruling party’s creeping authoritarianism and manipulation of the electoral process.

Higher King, a political analyst, has spoken out about the upcoming local government elections in Rivers State. During an interview with News Central TV, he questioned the actions of the new Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) leadership and the sole administrator, Ibas.

Primate Elijah Ayodele, the spiritual leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church (IESC Worldwide), has forecast a landslide victory for the political group aligned with ex-Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike in the state’s forthcoming elections.

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of DCG Olumode Samuel Adeyemi as the new substantive Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), effective 14th August 2025.

 The Managing Director of Kano Zoo, Sadik Kura Muhammad, has confirmed the recovery and evacuation of a python that escaped from the residence of a former Accountant General of the Federation, Ahmed Idris.

Denmark is poised to expand its restrictions on religious face coverings, building on the 2018 ban on burqa and niqab in public spaces, with plans to extend the prohibition to schools and universities. 

  A 32-year-old South African woman, Lesego Mary Masina, was shot and killed by unknown gunmen during what seemed like a robbery.

 A Delta Air Lines pilot was pulled from the cockpit in Stockholm just before departure after allegedly failing a breathalyzer test. The arrest forced the cancellation of Flight 205 to New York JFK, leaving 198 passengers grounded and entitled to €600 each under EU law.

Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has described the 2027 general election as a turning point for Nigeria, highlighting its significance for the nation’s future.

  Former Borno State Governor, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, has argued that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar may be out of touch with the current political realities in Northern Nigeria. He maintained that Atiku no longer holds the influence to dictate political direction in places like Borno and Bauchi, where strong PDP structures remain intact. 

There is tension in Ikeburi 1 community, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State over the unlawful removal of the traditional ruler, Chief Ododo Francis Timi (Ike VIII), the paramount ruler of the community in Apoi/Olodiama Rural Development Authority by ex-militants.  

According to a post from TVC news On July 28 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu recently shared a lighthearted anecdote that has sparked smiles across the nation. 

Lawyer and public affairs analyst, Liborous Oshoma, has stated that the constant political controversies and inflammatory public statements of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, are distracting from governance.

Social commentator Isaac Fayose has accused his brother, former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of planning to arrest him.

  Nigerians have been stunned by a video of the sons of the FCT Minister, Nyesom WIke at a recent event.

The Sole Administrator in Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd.) is expected to oversee the conduct of the state local government areas elections, scheduled for August 30, 2025 by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC).

According to Daily Post, in an effort to update the state’s judicial inquiry procedure, the Rivers State House of Assembly, presided over by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, has initiated action to repeal the 1999 Commission of Inquiry Law.

  Former governor of Adamawa State and ex-senator for Adamawa North, Mohammed Umaru Bindow Jibrilla, has formally registered and collected his African Democratic Congress (ADC) membership card in Mubi North Local Government Area.

Former Borno State Governor, Ali Modu Sheriff, has claimed that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, is set to dump the Labour Party (LP) for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

The UK is lowering its voting age to 16, enabling millions of younger citizens to vote in future elections. Supporters argue this inclusion increases civic engagement, while opponents express concerns about maturity and informed decision-making. 

The United States Mission in Nigeria has warning that any visa applicant found to be travelling primarily to give birth in the U.S. to secure citizenship for their child will be denied entry.

Lagos residents are set to experience intermittent blackouts as the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) begins a 25-day maintenance operation on the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330kV transmission line.

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expelled former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and banned him from the party for 30 years over allegations of false membership claims and gross misconduct.

 Schools in Texas will soon be required to display and teach the Ten Commandments, starting September 2025. The law comes after a sharp rise in bad behavior across schools. Supporters say this is long overdue, pointing to the moral decline seen in schools since faith was pushed out decades ago. 

Singapore just launched the world’s first purpose-built floating prison — a high-tech facility anchored 500 meters offshore that’s redefining the future of incarceration.

Natalia Cavanellas, a Brazilian influencer known for her entrepreneurial content, died at age 40 after suffering serious complications during triple cosmetic surgery in São Paulo.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has declared the National Youth Service Corps’ (NYSC) refusal to allow female corps members wear skirts as unconstitutional and a vi%lation of their fundamental rights.

Italy’s new law criminalizes surrogacy for gay and lesbian couples, even if done legally abroad, with penalties including fines and jail time.

  An unprecedented 81 candidates have registered for Cameroon’s October presidential election, all of which must now pass through the filter of the electoral council. One thing is certain: very few will be approved.

The Buckingham Palace Group, a prominent advocate for peace, unity, and development in the Niger Delta, has condemned in strong terms what it described as “baseless and inflammatory allegations” made against Olu of Warri, His Majesty, Ògíamẹ̀ Atuwatsé III CFR and Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL).

High Chief (Dr.) Dumo Lulu-Briggs (Iniikeiroari VI of Kalabari Kingdom) brought inspiration, generosity, and a powerful message of hope to the 30th Graduation Ceremony and Prize-Giving Day of Air Force Secondary School, Port Harcourt, held under the theme “Future-Proofing Education.” Serving as Grand Patron of the event, he left a lasting impact through visionary support and life-changing donations.

According to report by The Nation on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Dr. Josef Onoh, former campaign spokesman for President Bola Tinubu in the South East, has warned that Timi Frank, ex-spokesman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), risks a two-year jail term for circulating uncertified documents accusing Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of acquiring Abuja lands to finance Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has shifted its 2025 Elective National Convention to Ibadan, Oyo State, in a move widely perceived as bolstering the influence of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and further straining relations with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.

In a recent message shared through his official platform on X, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, issued a stern prophetic warning to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu concerning the potential printing of new currency notes.

In a no-holds-barred interview on Arise TV, Labour Party vice-presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Dr. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, offered an unfiltered view into the motivations of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, particularly regarding his ongoing political maneuvers and perceived interference in both the PDP and Labour Party.

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has congratulates Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on the conferment of Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) Honoris Causa by the University of Port Harcourt.

In a bold move to assert his political dominance, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike made a high-profile visit to the University of Port Harcourt, reigniting his rivalry with former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi. 

Socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu has called out former presidential aide, Reuben Abati.

German mega carrier. Lufthansa Airlines on Wednesday offloaded 45 passengers and all the luggage of about 200 passengers fully booked for the Abuja-Frankfurt flight, to reduce the weight of the aircraft so that it could take off from a shorter length of the runway.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC)-led opposition coalition has reiterated its resolve to unseat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, as it convened a closed-door strategic meeting in Abuja on Saturday.

Nigeria’s Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, says the Federal Government has completed over 500 health projects and established three world-class cancer centres within the first two years of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

In 2015, a story went viral about a modest Colombian farmer who reportedly stumbled upon a buried container holding $600 million in cash, allegedly part of Pablo Escobar’s long lost fortune.