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APC entitlement mentality fueled Remi Tinubu, Adeleke clash- Dele Momodu

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Dele Momodu, veteran Nigerian journalist and publisher, has said that the recent public clash between First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke was driven by political tensions linked to the All Progressives Congress (APC).   Speaking in an interview with the Nigerian Tribune, Momodu described what he called an “entitlement mentality” […]

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adeleke second term, PDP admits blame in Adeleke’s defection

PDP admits blame in Adeleke’s defection

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has acknowledged that internal leadership lapses not external political pressure led to the departure of former Osun governorship aspirant, Ademola Adeleke, from the party. The admission aligns with the growing narrative that PDP admits blame in Adeleke’s defection, a development that has stirred conversations within the party’s hierarchy. Speaking during

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US Congress vows action on religious persecution in Nigeria after Riley’s visit

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The United States House Appropriations Committee has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing religious persecution Nigeria, following a high-profile visit to the country led by Representative Riley Moore under the direction of President Donald Trump. The committee highlighted its focus on religious freedom and atrocity response as part of ongoing policy efforts.   “America will not

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Tinubu insists on VIP police recall, directs Shettima to drive national ranch reform

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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday reaffirmed his VIP police recall directive, insisting that security operatives previously attached to influential individuals must return to core policing duties without further delay.   Speaking minutes before presiding over the Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House, Abuja, Tinubu expressed displeasure with the slow compliance rate, stressing that

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Christian genocide: Over 600,000 christians in Benue IDP camps – Riley Moore

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Riley Moore has raised alarm over what he described as Christian genocide in Benue, following a visit to several Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in the state. He said the scale of devastation he witnessed underscores an urgent humanitarian crisis affecting more than 600,000 displaced Christians.   During his visit, Moore met with dozens of

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The United States government has revoked Wole Soyinka’s visa, preventing the Nobel laureate from entering the country — a move he says came without explanation.

Send your son, Seyi, to Benin, he has battalion, Wole Soyinka shades Tinubu

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Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has criticised the scale of security attached to President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi, saying the personnel he moves around with are enough to handle any national disturbance. He made the pronouncement on Tuesday during an award ceremony held at one of the centres named after him, where he reflected on

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Reps give banks five days to submit documents on illegal deductions

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The House of Representatives on Tuesday gave Chief Executive Officers of commercial banks operating in Nigeria a five-day ultimatum to submit all requested documents regarding illegal taxes and other charges deducted from civil servants and other customers. The directive was issued by Hon. Kelechi Nwogu, Chairman of the Ad-hoc Committee investigating deductions from civil and

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PDP breaks silence on Fubara’s defection to APC

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The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed pity for Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, over his decision to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), saying his political troubles are largely self-inflicted. PDP National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, said in a statement on Tuesday that the crisis in Rivers highlights a broken democracy, where powerful

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Why I joined Accord party — Gov Adeleke

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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, says he joined the Accord Party because its focus on welfarism aligns with his commitment to improving the lives of citizens and workers. Adeleke made his announcement on Tuesday at the Government House in Osogbo, ending weeks of speculation about his political direction after the prolonged crisis in the Peoples

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