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Makinde Hails Court Ruling, Vows to Stay in 2027 Race.

Oyo State Gov. Seyi Makinde has described the court judgment limiting the EFCC's probe into the state's finances as a victory for the rule of law. He said accountability must be evidence-based & within constitutional limits.

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Atiku's Camp Faults Presidency Over Tinubu's US Drug Case

Atiku's camp has accused the Presidency of lacking evidence to counter renewed controversy over Tinubu's alleged US drug-related records.

It argued that Nigerians deserve transparency and verifiable explanations.

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Netflix Renews Beauty in Black for Fourth Season.

Netflix has renewed Tyler Perry's Beauty in Black for a fourth season ahead of season three's premiere, despite earlier plans to conclude the series.

Perry credited the show's global success and thanked fans for their support.

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Oyo Assembly Approves Makinde's Leave.

The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved Governor Seyi Makinde's annual leave from August 10 to September 11, 2026, and authorised the temporary transfer of executive powers to Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal.

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US, Saudi Sign Landmark Civilian Nuclear Deal.

The US & Saudi have agreed to a 30-year civilian nuclear partnership approved by Trump.

The deal gives US firms a leading role in developing Saudi Arabia's nuclear infrastructure to support Vision 2030 and diversify energy sources.

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Figo Picks 4 Ballon d'Or 2026 Contenders

Luis Figo has named Kylian Mbappé, Rodri, Vitinha & Désiré Doué as his leading contenders for the 2026 Ballon d'Or

He praised Rodri's consistency, Mbappé's outstanding WC displays &Vitinha & Doué's roles in PSG's Champions League triumph

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Gbenga Daniel Seeks Probe Over Alleged Doctored Audio.

Gbenga Daniel has described a leaked audio allegedly involving him as manipulated and politically motivated.

His media office said security agencies have been invited to investigate those behind its creation & circulation.

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Kano Declares State of Emergency on Drug Abuse.

Kano Gov has declared a state of emergency on drug abuse and signed an Executive Order to combat illicit drug trafficking. The order bans the sale of illegal drugs, imposes movement restrictions in identified hotspots.

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Tinubu Tasks Folarin to Resolve Oyo APC Crisis.

President Bola Tinubu has directed former Senate Leader Teslim Folarin to reconcile feuding APC leaders in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 elections.

The move follows disputes over Senator Sharafadeen Alli's governorship candidacy.

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Presidency Says Trump's Letter Validates Tinubu's Reforms.

The Presidency says a letter from Trump to Tinubu reflects growing international confidence in Nigeria's economic reforms.

Bayo Onanuga said the reforms are improving investor confidence & the investment climate.

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Reps Summon Foreign Affairs Minister, NSA Over PFIPC Investigation.

The House of Representatives has summoned Foreign Affairs Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu over the PFIPC probe, criticising the poor attendance of govt officials.

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Kwankwaso Rejects Another Muslim-Muslim Ticket.

Kwankwaso has rejected another Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket for the 2027 election, urging a balanced ticket that reflects Nigeria's religious diversity

He said Nigerians are more concerned about good governance than religion.

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Iyabo Obasanjo Focuses on Ogun, Distances Self from PDP Presidential Campaign.

Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo says she does not recognise the PDP's presidential candidate for the 2027 election, insisting her attention is on her Ogun Central senatorial campaign.

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Troops Rescue Kidnap Victims, Arrest Terror Suspects.

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued several residents during separate anti-terror operations in Zamfara and Katsina states, including three kidnap victims who escaped their captors.

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US Presses UK to Maintain Access to Key Military Bases.

The United States is reportedly urging Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new UK government to maintain access to RAF Fairford and Diego Garcia for operations linked to the Iran conflict.

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OPINION: The one-term agreement between Obi & Kwankwaso has sparked debate over its political viability.

While supporters see it as a compromise to strengthen opposition unity, critics argue the promise is not legally binding & could unravel under political pressure.

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Police Arrest Four Officers for Allegedly Extorting ICPC Chair

The FCT Police has arrested 4 officers accused of extorting 53k from ICPC Chair at an illegal checkpoint in Abuja. Commissioner of Police said the officers operated an extortion syndicate & wd face severe punishment.

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Tinubu Appoints Fayose, 25 Others to Federal Agencies.

President Tinubu has appointed 26 individuals to leadership positions across 10 federal agencies and commissions, with former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose named Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA).

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Editorial: Action Needed on Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline

ECOWAS' renewed endorsement of the Nigeria-Morocco Gas Pipeline is a positive step, bt political support alone will nt deliver d project

Success depends on securing financing, addressing security challenges & transparency

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Ganduje Says Atiku, Obi Lack Northern Structure for 2027.

Former APC National Chairman Abdullahi Umar Ganduje has said Atiku Abubakar & Peter Obi lack the political structure and grassroots support in Northern Nigeria needed to defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.