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NATIONAL Jonathan’s 2027 eligibility suit shift to appeal court.  Keyamo urges Jonathan to reject PDP presidential nomination.  Meet 2027 presidential candidates, their parties, political history.  2027: ADP dismisses Atiku placeholder claims.  Atiku, Hayatu-Deen hold closed-door reconciliation meeting after ADC primary tension.  ADC: New Judge Fixes Wed For Nafiu-Bala’s Suit Against Mark, Aregbesola.  Youth Party conducts primaries ahead of 2027 general elections.  Anita Zugwai-Chukwu emerges YPP 2027 presidential candidate.  2027: Olawepo-Hashim emerges Accord Party presidential candidate.  I Didn’t Criticise Tinubu Over Bauchi APC Primaries, Says Tuggar.  Reps panels urge national honours for Tompolo over oil assets protection.  Data-driven advocacy key to tackling human rights violations, says Amnesty.  NTCA raises alarm over rising tobacco nicotine use among youths.  Group to make Nigeria’s clean cooking campaign nati...

NATIONAL Thugs invade PDP convention, assault journalists; Jonathan named presidential candidate.  Makinde emerges APM Presidential candidate for 2027.  Kwankwaso tips Peter Obi to emerge President in 2027 poll.  2027: Obi names Kwankwaso as Vice Presidential candidate.  Labour Party adopts Okereke as 2027 presidential candidate.  NNPP shelves presidential ticket, eyes opposition alliance.  Wike camp suspend Bode George.  How Police Barricaded Proposed Venue Of Jonathan’s Ratification After Wike’s Threat.  Court sustains nullification of APC congresses that produced Okocha, others.  FG, govs, Labour negotiating N100,000 minimum wage – AbdulRazaq.  Lawmakers back Tantita, recommend contract extension.  Abaribe secures LP ticket for 6th term bid; Nwokocha, Ogah, others emerge.  Followership Conference calls for citizen-led democratic reform.  Lassa fever deaths rise to 204 as fatality rate surpasses 2025 level — NCDC.  ...

NATIONAL Tinubu unveils 151 emergency ambulances.  Tinubu’s 3-Year Report Card Written In Tears – Atiku.  BTO For PBAT 27 hails Tinubu’s reforms as ‘bold’ on 3rd anniversary.  ADC categorises Tinubu’s 30% approval rating as failure.  Bode George urges INEC to implement Supreme Court judgment on PDP crisis.   I will fix Nigeria, the country is approaching dangerous crossroad under Tinubu -Adabayo.  Wike-backed PDP Asks Jonathan to Reject Alleged Presidential Affirmation Plot.  Nobody offered me VP slot — Amaechi fires back at ADC claims.  You Were Once My Boy Too,’ Ganduje Replies Kwankwaso.  Ebola: NCDC flags Lagos, FCT, Kano, Rivers, 6 others as high-risk states.  Ebola: FG to restrict flights from Uganda, DRC, South Sudan.  Scholar warns: Nigeria “wasting constitutional goldmine”.  Coalition raises alarm over worsening insecurity, mass killings.  May 30: Army faults MASSOB’s directive on Churches.  Shun illegal memo...

NATIONAL Tinubu’s reforms rescued Nigeria from fiscal collapse -Presidency.  Presidency debunks video claiming Tinubu has converted to Christianity.  Presidency warns against fake videos discrediting Tinubu.  Stop deceiving us on State Police – Gov Makinde tells FG.  State assemblies should facilitate state police creation, not IGP — Makinde.  2027: How Duke emerged as PRP presidential flag bearer.  Ebola: NCDC flags Lagos, FCT, Kano, Rivers, 6 others as high-risk states.  U.S. report raises fresh concerns over insecurity, volence in Nigeria.  Beta Edu’s relaunch around presidency shameful, CSOs warn Tinubu, First Lady.  HURIWA laments unresolved assassination attempt on Ugochinyere.  PDP faction to ratify Jonathan as presidential candidate Saturday.  Atiku visits Amaechi after ADC presidential primary.  Ransom now item in Nigerians’ budgets – Atiku.  What I discussed with Amaechi — Atiku. 2027: Omo-Agege joins NDC after d...

NATIONAL Tinubu, Atiku observe Eid prayers in Lagos, Abuja.  Moore thanks Trump for prioritising Nigerian Christian protection from ISIS.  No Nigerian should die for elections – Senate Leader Bamidele.  Olubadan celebrates Adedoja at 75, lauds contributions to education.  Nigeria’s Challenges Surmountable – Sanusi.  Eid-el-Adha: MAN urges resilience, vigilance amid insecurity.  More gov candidates emerge under PDP, ADC.  ‘I will not remain a sitting duck’ – Omo-Agege dumps APC.  INEC Timetable Must Align With Electoral Act – Court Rules.  UN POLAC Chief demands better protection for Nigerian children.  Ex-Senate President Lawan issues powerful Eid warning to Nigerians.  Hajj 2026: Nigerian pilgrim dies in Saudi Arabia.  Military tightens crackdown, eliminates terror spy in North-East.  30,000 Fulani militants operating in Nigeria behind violent killings – US Commission.  EFCC drags fake presidential aide to court over...

NATIONAL ‘Our reforms yielding results’ — Tinubu speaks on economy in Sallah message.  Kalu urges Nigerians to endure Tinubu’s reforms.  Court says Jonathan eligible to contest in 2027.  Eid el-Kabir: Yilwatda felicitates Muslims, urges backing for Tinubu’s reforms. Eid-El-Kabir: FG Approves 50% Train Fare Discount.  Atiku defeats Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen in Imo ADC presidential primary.  Amaechi rejects ADC presidential primary results, alleges widespread disenfranchisement.  Hayatu-Deen boycotts ADC presidential results announcement, raises rigging allegations.  Court says Jonathan eligible to contest in 2027.  INEC Appeals Judgment Nullifying Deadlines For Party Primaries, Others.  Dickson declares NDC fastest-rising opposition force in Nigeria.  NDC to introduce electronic voting for future primaries — Dickson.  FULL LIST: NEMA lists 15 Lagos, 19 Ogun LGs as flood-risk zones.  SEDC launches £500 million venture capital to stem ...

NATIONAL Eid-ul-Adha: FG declares Wednesday, Thursday public holidays.  2027: We won’t allow opposition with no clear vision take Nigeria backward — Tinubu.  Why Tinubu keeps borrowing — Umahi.  Ezekwesili, Salihu push for inclusive, humanity-driven leadership in Nigeria.  APC Primary: Can Tinubu repeat 10.99m votes in 2027 polls?  ADC knocks Tinubu for saying opposition lacks vision.  Obi meets Khama, Mbeki in South Africa, pushes case for African unity.  Children’s Day: National Theatre to host Africa’s largest children’s production.  2027 Presidency: How far can PDP-APM alliance take Makinde? I’m awaiting FG’s approval to evict criminals from S/West forests – Igboho.  Gowon should apologise to Igbo over ‘Palm Tree’ war comment – Onoh.  FG’s failure to implement 2025 pact may trigger fresh varsity crisis — ASUU.  I’m awaiting FG’s approval to evict criminals from S/West forests – Igboho.  Police reject ₦500m bribe, seize susp...

NATIONAL FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s acceptance speech after receiving APC 2027 presidential nomination.  Tinubu sweeps APC presidential primaries, floors Osifo nationwide.  Ebola alert: NCDC declares high importation risk, activates emergency response nationwide.  Uzodimma: No Real Democracy Without Opposition.  Inside story: Why President, APC dumped Fubara.  Kachuwu ADC plans national convention ahead of 2027 elections.  NSW receive 9,800 NAFDAC, SON license, permit disruptions, resolve 99%.  Insecurity: Yorubaland unsafe, terrorist cells spreading; I have solution – Gani Adams.  Atiku to ADC: Nigeria needs a president who can govern, not just trend online.  Lead With Empathy, Ezekwesili Tells Leaders.  Church underscores importance of mentorship in shaping children.  Trump welcomes Nigeria’s envoy Are, signals stronger US–Nigeria ties.  Operation Hadin Kai debunks viral video, reaffirms troops’ discipline.   Alleged coup trial...