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Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir David Lawal, has formally resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), releasing a strongly worded statement in which he accused Atiku Abubakar of rigging the party’s presidential primaries and described him as an “incompetent octogenarian” and “tribal and religious bigot.” In the statement titled “The Kachalla Series Part 1”, Lawal said he was exiting the party because the just-concluded ADC presidential primaries were “massively rigged at all levels” in favour of Atiku. Lawal alleged that the primaries were a “disgraceful charade,” claiming that results were written or rewritten to favour Atiku…

Fifteen Chinese nationals and nine Nigerians have been arraigned before a Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations of illegal lithium mining in Nasarawa State. The case, prosecuted by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, highlights ongoing efforts to tackle unauthorised extraction of critical minerals. The suspects were arrested on 16 May 2026 in Kokona Local Government Area of Nasarawa following an operation by NSCDC Mining Marshals. They were later charged and brought before Justice Ofili-Ajumogobia. Among the Chinese nationals listed in court documents are Liu Jiabin, Hu Yunzhong, Zhou Yinmou and several others, alongside nine Nigerian defendants and…

US airstrikes have dealt one of the heaviest blows to terrorist networks in the region, with coordinated operations between the Nigerian military and U.S. Africa Command killing an estimated 175 Islamic State fighters over three days in May. The strikes also eliminated Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described by American officials as ISIS’s second-in-command for global operations and “the most active and impactful terrorist in the world.” How the Nigeria-US Joint Airstrikes Targeted ISIS in Borno The operations began on May 16, 2026, and continued through May 18, targeting hideouts, checkpoints, weapons caches, and logistical hubs in north-eastern Nigeria. Videos released by AFRICOM…

Anxiety is still high in parts of Oyo State more than two weeks after gunmen abducted 39 pupils and seven teachers from schools in Oriire Local Government Area. The Oyo State kidnapping has left families counting days and pleading for the safe return of their children and loved ones. Many residents say the incident has changed how they look at school runs and community safety. As rescue efforts drag on, the Nigeria Union of Teachers has directed its members in the state to begin an indefinite strike from June 1, adding fresh pressure on authorities. The attack happened on a…

Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze has paid a courtesy visit to Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, where he expressed admiration for the visible progress and quality of governance in the state.The visit, which took place in Umuahia, saw the Nigerian international footballer engage with the governor on issues bordering on development and youth empowerment. During the meeting, Chukwueze commended Governor Otti for the ongoing transformation of Abia, particularly the massive road infrastructure projects across the state. He noted that the level of development he observed was impressive and encouraging.The footballer, who hails from the South East, expressed delight at the…

Growing debate over candidate selection within the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) in Enugu State has sparked fresh calls for transparency, accountability, and thorough screening of aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections. A group identifying itself as Concerned Citizens of Nsukka has urged the party leadership to ensure that only credible and committed candidates emerge from its internal processes, warning against what it described as political infiltration and undue influence in the selection of flagbearers. The concerns were outlined in a statement signed by Kenneth Ugwuanyi on behalf of the group. The statement focused on developments surrounding the race for…

Paris Saint-Germain have won the UEFA Champions League for the second year in a row after defeating Arsenal in the 2026 final. The French giants, who lifted the trophy for the first time last season, successfully defended their crown in Budapest, completing a historic back-to-back triumph. The final, played on Saturday night, saw PSG edge out Arsenal in a tense encounter that went down to penalties. A missed spot-kick from Arsenal defender Gabriel proved decisive as the Parisians held their nerve to secure the victory. This achievement makes PSG only the second team in the modern Champions League era to…

Former Anambra State Governor and 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has been officially affirmed as the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 general elections.At a special national convention of the party, Senator Henry Seriake Dickson presented the NDC flag to Obi, formally ratifying him as the party’s flag bearer. Flag Handover Marks Major Opposition Milestone The symbolic presentation of the party flag took place during the NDC’s Special National Convention. Dickson, a former Bayelsa State Governor and key figure in the party, handed over the flag to Obi in the presence of the National Chairman…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has been selected as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 general elections. In a lengthy statement posted on his verified X account on Wednesday night, Atiku expressed gratitude to party members for the honour and pledged to lead the opposition coalition in the bid to rescue Nigeria from what he described as the misrule of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Atiku said the primaries demonstrated that democracy remains alive within the ADC, unlike what he claimed is happening under the APC-led federal government. He stated that members were…

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has commissioned 14 newly completed road projects in Aba, while also flagging off the first phase of the Aba Ring Road. The developments, which took place yesterday, form part of ongoing efforts to transform the commercial city and boost economic activities across the state. The projects cut across Osisioma, Aba North, and Aba South Local Government Areas. They are expected to improve connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and support industrial growth in Aba, long regarded as the commercial nerve centre of the South East. 14 Roads Commissioned Across Aba The commissioned roads include Aro Amano–Eke Aro…