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Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned President Bola Tinubu to take Nigerians' growing hardship seriously, urging the Federal Government to address rising public dissatisfaction before it becomes a major political challenge ahead of the 2027 election.
Nigerian security forces have rescued 308 people who were kidnapped in separate attacks across Niger and Kwara states. President Bola Tinubu described the operation as the largest single-day hostage rescue ever carried out by the country's joint security forces.
The Nigerian Army has arrested two soldiers accused of serving as private security personnel at the wedding of social media personalities Peller and Jarvis without official authorization. Military authorities say investigations are ongoing to determine whether the soldiers violated service regulations.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has responded strongly to recent comments made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, about former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi. The party accused Wike of focusing on personal attacks instead of addressing the challenges facing Nigerians.
The Nigeria Police Force has issued its first official statement on the ongoing dispute involving social commentator VeryDarkMan (VDM) and Assistant Inspector-General of Police Olohundare Moshood Jimoh. In a detailed press release, the Force confirmed that AIG Jimoh has been invited for questioning over the allegations while also asking VDM to appear before investigators in Abuja to substantiate his claims.
The Federal Government has launched a seven-week roadmap for the proposed National Policing Bill, inviting Nigerians to contribute ideas as President Bola Tinubu prepares to receive a draft executive bill in September. The initiative is expected to shape the future of state policing in Nigeria.
Cardinal John Onaiyekan has revealed that Catholic bishops delivered a blunt assessment of Nigeria's challenges during a recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu, telling him the country was "bleeding" under worsening economic hardship and insecurity. His comments have sparked a sharp rebuttal from the Presidency.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the personal particulars and supporting documents of presidential candidates for the 2027 election, reigniting debate after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's nomination form listed only his university qualification in the educational section.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the personal particulars, academic credentials, and nomination documents submitted by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other presidential candidates, sparking renewed political debate as Nigeria's 2027 election season gathers momentum.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his determination to remain in office until the end of his constitutional tenure, declaring that "no one is taking this position from me." The remark comes amid growing political activity ahead of the 2027 general election and renewed criticism from opposition parties.
The Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) has confirmed the death of Colonel Abdulsalam Ude, a senior military intelligence officer, after unidentified gunmen attacked his residence in the Phase 5 Army Housing Estate, Kurudu, on the outskirts of Abuja. Authorities say investigations are underway to identify and arrest those responsible.
The family of Hausa activist and social media commentator Ibrahim Bichi has renewed calls for his release from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS), alleging that he has been held without being formally charged in court. The DSS has not publicly responded to the family's latest claims.