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Nigerian Army Debunks ‘Soja Boi’ Claims, Says Dismissed Soldier Misled Public on Welfare, Salaries, Equipment
Nigerian Army has dismissed allegations made by a dismissed soldier, Ex-Lance Corporal Rotimi Olamilekan, popularly known as “Soja Boi,” describing the claims as misleading and aimed at undermining public confidence in the military. In a statement responding to reports circulating on social media and some mainstream media platforms, the Nigerian Army said it was compelled…
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ADC Publishes INEC Affidavit Affirming David Mark’s Leadership, Raises One-Party State Alarm
African Democratic Congress (ADC) has released what it described as a certified affidavit from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), dated September 12, 2025, affirming that former Senate President David Mark was duly leading the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). The opposition party said the document, particularly Clauses 14 to 19, clearly established that the…
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Dangote Refinery Exports 17 Petrol Cargoes to African Nations Amid Global Supply Crunch
Africa’s largest refinery, the Dangote Refinery, has ramped up exports of petrol and urea fertiliser to help African countries facing severe fuel shortages caused by the ongoing Iran war and disruptions in global oil supply. Owner Aliko Dangote confirmed yesterday that the refinery is running at full capacity of 650,000 barrels per day. He assured…
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‘₦3.3 Trillion Again?’ Peter Obi Challenges Tinubu Government Over Nigeria’s Worsening Power Crisis
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over the Federal Government’s reported approval of ₦3.3 trillion to settle debts in Nigeria’s power sector, questioning the effectiveness of previous approvals and calling for greater transparency. In a post shared on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday, Obi urged Nigerians to carefully…
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Nafiu Bala confirms attendance of ADC unveiling, insists David Mark leadership imposed
Nafiu Bala, factional national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has confirmed his attendance of the party’s unveiling of the interim leadership led by David Mark in July 2025. In a statement on Tuesday, Bala confirmed his attendance, but insisted that there was no prior agreement to appoint the Mark-led leadership at the meeting.…
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Nigeria Presents Letters of Credence to Ambassadors-Designate for UK, Framce, UN
Nigeria has taken another step to strengthen its diplomatic engagements across key global capitals following the presentation of Letters of Credence to newly appointed ambassadors-designate. The Letters of Credence were presented on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu‑Ojukwu, during an official ceremony. The presentation formally…
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Shettima arrives at Eagle Square for National Police Day celebration
Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT, has arrived at Eagle Square, Abuja, for the 2026 National Police Day Grand Parade and Procession. The ceremony, which brings together senior government officials, the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, security chiefs, and officers drawn from across the federation, is expected to feature a…
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Military nabs 5 suspects over unauthorized discharge of firearms that killed young girl in Borno
Headquarters Theatre Command, Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has taken decisive action following the incident involving the unauthorised discharge of firearms in Borno State, which tragically resulted in the loss of an innocent live. In the Ngomari general area, troops of Operation HADIN KAI, in conjunction with the Civilian Joint Task…
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NAF sustains high-tempo air operations as CAS engages frontline troops at Easter in Maiduguri
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to sustaining high-tempo air operations against insurgents as he engaged frontline personnel during an Easter luncheon at NAF Base Maiduguri on 6 April 2026. Represented by the Chief of Transformation and Innovation, Air Vice Marshal MS Ibrahim,…
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BREAKING: Osinbajo appointed as Senior Strategic Advisor to the DG of Africa CDC
Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has appointed H.E. Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, GCON, former Vice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, as Senior Strategic Advisor to the Africa CDC Director General, H.E. Dr. Jean Kaseya. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment as Africa CDC advances the Africa Health Security and…