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Peter Obi Reacts to Rumoured 2027 Running Mate Deal with Atiku

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has broken his silence on speculations that he may run as vice-presidential candidate alongside former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a public event in Kubwa, Abuja, where he donated to a school and hospital project run by the Anglican Church, Obi gave

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Alaafin of Oyo Visits President Tinubu, Seeks Partnership for National Development

The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Abuja, reaffirming the Yoruba nation’s commitment to national unity and progress while calling for a strengthened partnership between traditional institutions and the federal government. Speaking during the visit, Oba Owoade emphasized the

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‘Man Proposes, God Disposes’: JAMB Blames Glitch, Orders UTME Re-exam in 157 Centres

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted to a major technical glitch that compromised the integrity of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), prompting a rescheduling of exams in 157 centres across Nigeria. JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, announced the decision during an emotional press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, taking full

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VeryDarkMan Released from EFCC Custody After Five Days

Social media activist Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, has been released from the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after spending five days in detention. His release was confirmed on Tuesday by former presidential candidate and human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, who shared the update via his X (formerly Twitter) handle.

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‘Sense Far From Some People’ — Wike’s Aide Slams GTBank Boycott Over VeryDarkMan Drama

Lere Olayinka, an aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has slammed calls to boycott Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) over the controversial arrest of social media activist, Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM). VDM was reportedly arrested after being allegedly locked inside the exit door of a GTBank branch

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EFCC Grants Bail to Social Commentator VeryDarkMan Over Alleged Financial Crimes

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has granted administrative bail to popular social media commentator, Martins Innocent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, following his arrest last Friday, May 2, 2025. Otse, known for his vocal takes on social and political issues, was taken into custody by EFCC operatives after allegedly ignoring multiple invitations regarding

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Atiku Condemns EFCC Over Arrest, Continued Detention of VeryDarkMan

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized the arrest and continued detention of social media influencer Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Otse was reportedly arrested following petitions from several individuals alleging cyberstalking, according to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale. His detention has sparked protests in Abuja,

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Aregbesola Reveals How He Abandoned Marxism and Returned to Islam

Former Osun State Governor and immediate past Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has opened up about his spiritual journey, detailing how he transitioned from Marxist ideology back to his Islamic roots. Speaking during the 30th Anniversary Lecture of the NASRUL-LAHI-L-FATIH Society (NASFAT), Aregbesola recounted how youthful exposure to communist literature once drew him away

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Meta Threatens to Restrict Facebook, Instagram Access in Nigeria After $290M Fines

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has warned that it may restrict access to the two platforms in Nigeria following a series of hefty fines from the country’s regulatory authorities, totaling over $290 million. The company’s attempt to challenge the penalties in an Abuja High Court was unsuccessful, with the court ordering Meta

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Banks Hike SMS Alert Charges to N6 as Telecom Tariffs Rise

Nigerian banks will from today begin charging customers N6 for each SMS transaction alert, marking a 50% increase from the previous N4 fee a move prompted by the recent hike in telecom service charges approved by the Federal Government. The upward adjustment, which comes into effect May 1, 2025, has been communicated to customers by

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