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2027 election: Alleged main sponsor of Peter Obi-Kwankwaso ticket mentioned

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2027 election: Alleged main sponsor of Peter Obi-Kwankwaso ticket mentioned

A fresh claim has identified the alleged main sponsor of the Peter Obi-Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 elections in Nigeria.

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UK announces how long it will take to get British passport in 2026

UK announces how long it will take to get British passport in 2026

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BBNaija Season 11: Tram, Temi Nikan, Mercedes, and other housemates of Show Ya Self Edition

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Atiku claims Tinubu fnally embraced his 20-year-old vision for Nigeria's power sector

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Did Abacha die in bed with lady? Former ruler's CSO opens up

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I adopted 4 kids who were going to be split up – A stranger then told the truth about their parents

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Pastor Oyedepo warns Nigerian youth to quit betting: 'Stop wasting your destiny'

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Australia explains how long foreigners must live in country before applying for citizenship

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Breaking: Tinubu announces new appointment after major resignation, “with immediate effect”

Breaking: Tinubu announces new appointment after major resignation, “with immediate effect”

President Bola Tinubu has announced a new appointment following the resignation of a senior official, naming a replacement to fill the vacant position.

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Breaking: Peter Obi responds to allegation of pursuing Nigeria’s division

Breaking: Peter Obi responds to allegation of pursuing Nigeria’s division

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an hour ago by Ridwan Adeola Yusuf

Bauchi addresses viral N1,500 dowry claim for divorced women

Bauchi addresses viral N1,500 dowry claim for divorced women

Nigeria

an hour ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Canada lists 5 key professionals it wants from Nigeria and other countries in 2026; mentions benefits

Canada lists 5 key professionals it wants from Nigeria and other countries in 2026; mentions benefits

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APC senatorial primaries: Reaction as ruling party faces multiple court cases

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APC senatorial primaries: Reaction as ruling party faces multiple court cases

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an hour ago by Bada Yusuf

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UK warns: 1 thing dual citizens are not allowed to do

UK warns: 1 thing dual citizens are not allowed to do

People

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US embassy issues fresh passport rule for dual citizens travelling to America

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FG to license renewable energy firms to rival DisCos as 19 states move to have stable power

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12 hours ago

Just In: Accord Party’s Gov Adeleke unveils preferred presidential candidate ahead of 2027 election

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Not Peter Obi: Yoruba group mentions presidential candidate Obasanjo is allegedly supporting for 2027 election

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2027 election: Alleged main sponsor of Peter Obi-Kwankwaso ticket mentioned

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Drama as man goes underneath Peter Obi's convoy vehicle, refuses to move until he sees him, video trends

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4 hours ago

Nigerian governor appoints 4 new aides in top northern state

Nigeria

13 hours ago

AY Comedian shares why he stopped attending church, reveals what happened when he tried to return

AY Comedian shares why he stopped attending church, reveals what happened when he tried to return

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Toba Ijaya’s betrayer: Full picture of man allegedly linked to NURTW chief’s death emerges

Toba Ijaya’s betrayer: Full picture of man allegedly linked to NURTW chief’s death emerges

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Eyewitness who leaked GehGeh's wedding in Minna shares how he kept it secret: "Stop doubting"

Eyewitness who leaked GehGeh's wedding in Minna shares how he kept it secret: "Stop doubting"

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Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala breaks silence on troubled relationship in emotional rant

Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala breaks silence on troubled relationship in emotional rant

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Mia Maples' biography: age, height, real name, net worth, boyfriend

Mia Maples' biography: age, height, real name, net worth, boyfriend

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2 days ago by Peris Wamangu

70+ Nigerian traditional wear designs for men: Trends in 2026 (photos)

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70+ Nigerian traditional wear designs for men: Trends in 2026 (photos)

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2 days ago by Peris Walubengo

Habby Forex's net worth and biography: is he the richest forex trader in Nigeria?

Habby Forex's net worth and biography: is he the richest forex trader in Nigeria?

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I don’t want to be known as good-looking actor, Babatunde Aderinoye says

I don’t want to be known as good-looking actor, Babatunde Aderinoye says

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Why did everyone leave FaZe? The full story behind the organisation’s collapse

Why did everyone leave FaZe? The full story behind the organisation’s collapse

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2 days ago by Naomi Karina

Spike Lee's brothers and sister — the whole family ended up in the film business

Spike Lee's brothers and sister — the whole family ended up in the film business

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Brett Favre's family — his parents, his brothers, and the Mississippi roots many don't know about

Brett Favre's family — his parents, his brothers, and the Mississippi roots many don't know about

2 days ago by Muhunya Muhonji

Who is the richest shark on Shark Tank? Mark Cuban led for years — here's who tops the list now

Who is the richest shark on Shark Tank? Mark Cuban led for years — here's who tops the list now

2 days ago by Ciku Njuguna

Gladys Knight’s net worth: A look at the empress of soul’s legendary career

Gladys Knight’s net worth: A look at the empress of soul’s legendary career

2 days ago by Muhunya Muhonji

Brennen Taylor's sexuality became one of YouTube's most searched topics and he finally answered

Brennen Taylor's sexuality became one of YouTube's most searched topics and he finally answered

3 days ago by Vivian Mutsoli

Santea's real name and the Houston upbringing that shaped one of TikTok's most followed creators

Santea's real name and the Houston upbringing that shaped one of TikTok's most followed creators

3 days ago by Isaac Wangethi

Who is Shirleen Allicot, and how did she become one of New York’s top anchors?

Who is Shirleen Allicot, and how did she become one of New York’s top anchors?

3 days ago by Peris Wamangu

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Nigeria

Full list: Five governors move to turn security groups into state police

Full list: Five governors move to turn security groups into state police

3 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

High court judge kidnapped by bandits in midnight raid

High court judge kidnapped by bandits in midnight raid

5 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Atiku questions Tinubu's borrowing despite alleged N7.98tn oil windfall

Atiku questions Tinubu's borrowing despite alleged N7.98tn oil windfall

6 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

"How federal govt’s mistake birthed Boko Haram", Ex-IG Mike Okiro explains

"How federal govt’s mistake birthed Boko Haram", Ex-IG Mike Okiro explains

7 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

Senior ISWAP operative surrenders to Nigerian troops

Senior ISWAP operative surrenders to Nigerian troops

8 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Top 10 states with the highest voter registration numbers in 2026

Top 10 states with the highest voter registration numbers in 2026

9 hours ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Nigeria

People

Spain explains how long foreigners must live in country before applying for citizenship

Spain explains how long foreigners must live in country before applying for citizenship

3 hours ago by Victoria Nwahiri

Spain publishes 4 ways foreigners can apply for Spanish citizenship, explains conditions

Spain publishes 4 ways foreigners can apply for Spanish citizenship, explains conditions

4 hours ago by Victoria Nwahiri

UK warns new parents: 1 thing you must do immediately after giving birth abroad

UK warns new parents: 1 thing you must do immediately after giving birth abroad

4 hours ago by Ankrah Shalom

Australia announces 5 reasons foreigners' citizenship application may be rejected

Australia announces 5 reasons foreigners' citizenship application may be rejected

5 hours ago by Victoria Nwahiri

Australia publishes 7 steps foreigners must follow while applying for citizenship

Australia publishes 7 steps foreigners must follow while applying for citizenship

6 hours ago by Victoria Nwahiri

UK shares 1 rule foreigners should note before passing through country in transit

UK shares 1 rule foreigners should note before passing through country in transit

7 hours ago by Ankrah Shalom

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Babachir Lawal reveals why Buhari refused to publicly back Tinubu in 2023 APC primary

Babachir Lawal reveals why Buhari refused to publicly back Tinubu in 2023 APC primary

5 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

Former SGF Babachir mentions Tinubu’s favourite breakfast, "He's not a healthy man"

Former SGF Babachir mentions Tinubu’s favourite breakfast, "He's not a healthy man"

6 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

"How El-Rufai tried to undermine Tinubu," Ex-SGF Babachir Lawal explains

"How El-Rufai tried to undermine Tinubu," Ex-SGF Babachir Lawal explains

6 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

Breaking: Tension as APC lands in court, reason emerges

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Breaking: Tension as APC lands in court, reason emerges

9 hours ago by Bada Yusuf

Tinubu, Obi or Atiku: Babachir Lawal predicts winner of 2027 presidential election

Tinubu, Obi or Atiku: Babachir Lawal predicts winner of 2027 presidential election

10 hours ago by Adekunle Dada

Primate Ayodele drops cryptic warning for INEC ahead of 2027

Primate Ayodele drops cryptic warning for INEC ahead of 2027

11 hours ago by Bada Yusuf

Politics

Sports

2026 World Cup: Spain manager La Fuente names Arsenal star second best in the world

2026 World Cup: Spain manager La Fuente names Arsenal star second best in the world

4 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Boxing: Anthony Joshua recalls near-fatal accident after securing win over Kristian Prenga

Boxing: Anthony Joshua recalls near-fatal accident after securing win over Kristian Prenga

5 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Jose Mourinho sends message to Arsenal over sale of Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior

Jose Mourinho sends message to Arsenal over sale of Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior

9 hours ago by Dare Kuti

FIFA president Infantino's private letter congratulating Argentina after World Cup 2026 leaked

FIFA president Infantino's private letter congratulating Argentina after World Cup 2026 leaked

11 hours ago by Dare Kuti

Anthony Joshua: How much he earned after knocking out Kristian Prenga in 2nd round

Anthony Joshua: How much he earned after knocking out Kristian Prenga in 2nd round

14 hours ago by Elijah Odetokun

Tragedy as construction worker dies during Barcelona's Camp Nou renovation works

Tragedy as construction worker dies during Barcelona's Camp Nou renovation works

22 hours ago by Dare Kuti

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Thousands of Indonesians rally in Jakarta to protest Israel's war in Gaza

Thousands of Indonesians rally in Jakarta to protest Israel's war in Gaza

4 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa says Damascus is pursuing security deal with Israel

Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa says Damascus is pursuing security deal with Israel

4 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Israeli settlers burn 2 mosques and attack villages in occupied West Bank

Israeli settlers burn 2 mosques and attack villages in occupied West Bank

6 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

Senegal president Faye launches new party, breaks from former ally Sonko

Senegal president Faye launches new party, breaks from former ally Sonko

6 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

6 suspects held over foiled synagogue attack in Paris suburb of Sarcelles

6 suspects held over foiled synagogue attack in Paris suburb of Sarcelles

7 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

DRC Ebola outbreak kills over 1,354 as cases surge 27% in 5 days

DRC Ebola outbreak kills over 1,354 as cases surge 27% in 5 days

10 hours ago by Basit Jamiu

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Legit.ng's Ismaila Yinusa named among 41 recipients of 2026 INMA Africa Elevate Scholarship

Legit.ng's Ismaila Yinusa named among 41 recipients of 2026 INMA Africa Elevate Scholarship

25 days ago by Felix Imoh

State police: Why more guns may not be the answer to Nigeria’s security crisis

State police: Why more guns may not be the answer to Nigeria’s security crisis

25 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

NDC, the Kogi verdict and the politicisation of the gavel

NDC, the Kogi verdict and the politicisation of the gavel

25 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Customs succession debate and the danger of disruptive ambitions

Customs succession debate and the danger of disruptive ambitions

27 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Soludo’s “cow-tail” remark and the politics of lowered expectations in Southeast Nigeria

Soludo’s “cow-tail” remark and the politics of lowered expectations in Southeast Nigeria

a month ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Is Oshiomhole really fighting for Nigerians, or for Akpabio’s seat?

Is Oshiomhole really fighting for Nigerians, or for Akpabio’s seat?

a month ago by Ololade Olatimehin

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Education

NELFUND begins payment of upkeep allowances to student beneficiaries

NELFUND begins payment of upkeep allowances to student beneficiaries

2 days ago by Adekunle Dada

Lagos govt releases 2026 merit admission list for model colleges, gives candidates next steps

Lagos govt releases 2026 merit admission list for model colleges, gives candidates next steps

2 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

JAMB opens registration for NCE, Agricultural ND courses without UTME in 2026

JAMB opens registration for NCE, Agricultural ND courses without UTME in 2026

3 days ago by Adekunle Dada

Soludo's daughter graduates with first class from UK university

Soludo's daughter graduates with first class from UK university

3 days ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

University of Nigeria (UNN) graduates nearly 13,000 students as 168 bag First Class

University of Nigeria (UNN) graduates nearly 13,000 students as 168 bag First Class

3 days ago by Ololade Olatimehin

Breaking: University of Ibadan appoints new vice chancellor

Breaking: University of Ibadan appoints new vice chancellor

4 days ago by Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

Education

Business and Economy

Dealers release new prices as experts warn of possible rice, tomato scarcity in 3 months

Dealers release new prices as experts warn of possible rice, tomato scarcity in 3 months

4 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Google confirms major android backup storage change, sets September 2026 start date

Google confirms major android backup storage change, sets September 2026 start date

4 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Crude Oil at $100: Experts warn Nigerians to prepare for higher petrol, transport, food prices

Crude Oil at $100: Experts warn Nigerians to prepare for higher petrol, transport, food prices

6 hours ago by Victor Enengedi

Canada opens new military recruitment pathway for Nigerians seeking permanent residency

Canada opens new military recruitment pathway for Nigerians seeking permanent residency

8 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

Depots release new petrol and diesel prices across Nigeria amid Dangote’s new rates

Depots release new petrol and diesel prices across Nigeria amid Dangote’s new rates

10 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

FG unveils employment portal, targets 26,961 Nigerians for jobs, skills across 70 high-demand fields

FG unveils employment portal, targets 26,961 Nigerians for jobs, skills across 70 high-demand fields

12 hours ago by Pascal Oparada

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Entertainment

KWAM 1's old revelation about his relationships resurfaces amid fresh controversy

KWAM 1's old revelation about his relationships resurfaces amid fresh controversy

6 hours ago by Olumide Alake

Evang. Ebuka Obi faces backlash following public revelation about couple struggling to have a child

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Evang. Ebuka Obi faces backlash following public revelation about couple struggling to have a child

8 hours ago by Olumide Alake

Controversy trails GehGeh's wedding as he reportedly snubbed family members: "We were not invited"

Controversy trails GehGeh's wedding as he reportedly snubbed family members: "We were not invited"

8 hours ago by Olumide Alake

Anthony Joshua fights back tears as he makes major comeback after fatal accident

Anthony Joshua fights back tears as he makes major comeback after fatal accident

9 hours ago by Chinasa Afigbo

Kunle Afod's birthday message to Desola reignites rumours about their marriage: "He too wise"

Kunle Afod's birthday message to Desola reignites rumours about their marriage: "He too wise"

9 hours ago by Olumide Alake

GehGeh’s manager breaks silence on viral wedding, shares how the influencer destroyed his marriage

GehGeh’s manager breaks silence on viral wedding, shares how the influencer destroyed his marriage

11 hours ago by Chinasa Afigbo

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Bayan shafe watanni ana kai ruwa rana, Iran da Amurka sun kawo karshen hare hare

Bayan shafe watanni ana kai ruwa rana, Iran da Amurka sun kawo karshen hare hare

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Gwamna Bala ya kayyade sadakin zawarawa zuwa N1,500 a Bauchi? Gaskiya ta fito

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