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Ex-MOSOP Leader Questions Integrity of Contractors Handling HYPREP Water Projects

A former Chairman of the MOSOP Transitional Ruling Council, Keeper Gbarnor, has raised concerns over the competence and integrity of contractors executing water projects for the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) in Ogoniland. In an interview with our correspondent, Gbarnor described the recent collapse of two HYPREP water facilities as “worrisome,” noting that such incidents

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NSA Ribadu Hosts U.S. Congressional Delegation in Abuja to Deepen Security Cooperation

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu on Sunday received a delegation from the United States Congress in Abuja, marking another step in ongoing security engagements between Nigeria and the U.S. Ribadu, who shared the update on X, said the visit builds on earlier meetings held in Washington, D.C., where both sides discussed shared security priorities and

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Politics

Tinubu Hails Nigerian Military for Foiling Coup Attempt in Benin Republic

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the swift and decisive response of Nigeria’s military in assisting the Republic of Benin to thwart an attempted coup against its 35-year-old democratic government. The commendation was contained in a statement issued on Sunday evening by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, the intervention followed two

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Politics Security

FG Secures Release of 100 Schoolchildren Abducted in Niger State

The Federal Government has reportedly secured the release of 100 schoolchildren abducted from St. Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State. The children were part of the 315 people kidnapped when armed bandits attacked the remote community on 21 November 2025. The assailants, who arrived around

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Politics

Wike Rejects Expulsion Plot, Says No One Can Remove Him from PDP

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared that no individual or group has the authority to expel him from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Wike made the assertion during a meeting with members of the PDP Board of Trustees and the National Executive Council, chaired by Acting National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed.

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Features General Security

Police State or State Police? By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

On 26 November 2025, Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, announced in a statement personally signed by him that he had “decided to declare a nationwide security emergency” to be accompanied by some measures, including the recruitment by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Armed Forces of 20,000 and 50,000 new personnel respectively. In the

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General Technology

Microsoft to Increase Microsoft 365 Subscription Prices

By Paul Chimodo Microsoft has announced that it will raise prices for its Microsoft 365 and Office subscription plans for business and government clients starting July 1, 2026. The company said the price adjustment reflects new features added to its productivity suite, including AI tools, improved security, and enhanced enterprise support. The increase varies by

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Politics

Breaking: 16 Rivers State Lawmakers, Speaker Defect from PDP to APC

Sixteen members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, have officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The lawmakers made the move amid ongoing divisions and factionalism within the PDP, citing the need for a more cohesive political platform. The defection marks a

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Sports

‘They Never Called Me’ — Tomori Reveals Reason For Not Playing For Super Eagles

AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori has revealed the reason behind his decision not to represent Nigeria. Tomori was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, to Nigerian parents. The 27-year-old was raised in England, which makes eligible to play for the three countries. After representing Canada at the U-20 level, Tomori later switched to England. The centre-back

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Sports

Abraham Better Than Osimhen — Cameroon Striker Aboubakar

Cameroon international Vincent Aboubakar says Besiktas striker Tammy Abraham is better than Victor Osimhen. Osimhen helped Galatasaray win the domestic double last season. The Nigeria international also won the top scorer award in the Turkish Super Lig. The 26-year-old has netted nine times in 13 appearances across all competitions for the Black Sea Storm this

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