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2027: Era of Ballot box snatching and results manipulation over, INEC says

2Jul

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2027: Era of Ballot box snatching and results manipulation over, INEC says

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared that the era of ballot box snatching and manual manipulation of election results is gone, assuring Nigerians that current technological safeguards are robust enough to protect every vote cast in the 2027 general elections. The declaration was made on Wednesday, July 1 in Abuja during a courtesy visit to the INEC headquarters by the Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu. Both institutions used the occasion to deepen collaboration on voter education ahead of the 2027 polls. The INEC chairman, noting that the presidential election will hold on January 16 and governorship polls on February 6, 2027, said the commission must begin intensive civic engagement immediately...

Atiku appoints Kenneth Okonkwo as campaign spokesperson

2Jul

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Atiku appoints Kenneth Okonkwo as campaign spokesperson

Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 election, Atiku Abubakar, has appointed actor-turned-politician and ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo as his official campaign spokesperson.Okonkwo announced the appointment in a statement posted on his official X handle on Thursday morning, July 2, expressing deep appreciation to Atiku for the confidence reposed in him.“I give God all the glory for being appointed by His Excellency Atiku Abubakar as his spokesperson. I thank His Excellency for the immense confidence reposed in me,” he said. He described the appointment as a reflection of Atiku’s inclusive leadership style, noting that the former vice president values dialogue and compromise over resentment. \“Rather th...

‘You’ll Keep Falling Sick Since You Refuse To Do The Right Thing’ — Hellen Atti Reacts As Cubana Chief Priest Is Hospitalised {VIDEO}

1Jul

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‘You’ll Keep Falling Sick Since You Refuse To Do The Right Thing’ — Hellen Atti Reacts As Cubana Chief Priest Is Hospitalised {VIDEO}

Hellen Atti has reacted to the news of her alleged baby daddy, Cubana Chief Priest, being hospitalised.An hour ago, Chief Priest, via his Instagram story, revealed that he has been hospitalised. He shared a video of himself in the hospital on drip, saying that those who are healthy don’t know what God did for them.“Nothing wey I never promise God today. Who dey healthy no really knows wetin god do for am.Drip na water”.In another post, he shared a video of his wife with him in the hospital, with the caption, “In sickness and in health. Till death do us apart”.Reacting to it, Hellen expressed joy in his illness, noting how God is always finding a way for a crying woman. She told CP that if he doesn’t repent, he will face the consequences from God.“You...

Africa’s Vozinha, Williams lead 2026 World Cup FIFA goalkeepers ranking {FULL LIST:}

1Jul

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Africa’s Vozinha, Williams lead 2026 World Cup FIFA goalkeepers ranking {FULL LIST:}

FIFA has released its latest goalkeeper power rankings for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Cabo Verde captain Vozinha and South Africa skipper Ronwen Williams among the tournament’s standout performers after the group stage.The rankings, powered by Aramco and released on Wednesday, assess goalkeepers based on two key categories.In Possession measures contributions to build-up play, passing and distribution, while Defending the Goal evaluates shot-stopping, goal prevention and other defensive actions.While Paraguay’s Orlando Gill tops the overall defensive rankings following his impressive performances, including a penalty shootout heroics against Germany in the Round of 32, Vozinha and Williams also earned places among the tournament’s best.Vozinha finished first in ...

CBN Revokes Operating Licences Of 46 Microfinance Banks

1Jul

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CBN Revokes Operating Licences Of 46 Microfinance Banks

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has withdrawn the operating licences of 46 microfinance banks across the country, with the revocation taking effect from July 1, 2026.The development was announced on Wednesday in a statement issued by the Acting Director of the CBN's Corporate Communications Department, Hakama Sidi-Ali.According to the apex bank, the decision was made in line with the powers conferred on it under Sections 12 and 13 of the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020.The CBN stated that the revocation was approved by its Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, after the affected institutions failed to meet the regulatory requirements necessary to continue operating as licensed financial institutions.The regulator explained that investigations revealed the ban...

18 Sokoto residents returning from Lagos d!e in Kebbi road crash

1Jul

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18 Sokoto residents returning from Lagos d!e in Kebbi road crash

No fewer than 18 people from Sokoto State have been confirmed d3ad in a tragic road accident along the Sokoto-Yauri road in Kebbi State while returning home from Lagos, where they had travelled in search of livelihoods. The victims were among 20 passengers travelling in an 18-seater commercial bus when it reportedly collided head-on with a trailer around 11 p.m. on Monday night, June 29, 2026, leaving 18 people d3ad on the spot and two others with injuries.An eyewitness, who visited the scene, told Daily Trust that the passengers were returning to Sokoto after spending some time in Lagos in search of means of livelihood.Bello Muhammad, a member of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and a close friend of the late driver, said he joined other community ...

‘Face Your Government And Leave Me Alone’ — Hanks Anuku Responds To Concerns Over His Well-Being

1Jul

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‘Face Your Government And Leave Me Alone’ — Hanks Anuku Responds To Concerns Over His Well-Being

Veteran Nollywood actor Hanks Anuku has responded to growing public concern about his health after a viral video showed him in Abuja over the weekend.Naija News reports that the footage, recorded in the Wuse 2 area of Abuja, captured the actor lying by a roadside, talking to himself while holding a disposable cup. The video quickly circulated across social media, prompting widespread speculation about his condition.However, in a fresh video shared by a man who said he met the actor on Tuesday, Anuku appeared calm and composed as he addressed the reactions sparked by the earlier clip.Speaking directly to those expressing concern, the veteran actor dismissed the speculation, insisting that he is doing well and urging critics to focus their attention elsewhere.According to him...

Three people die in mass fans celebrations in Mexico City after World Cup victory

1Jul

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Three people die in mass fans celebrations in Mexico City after World Cup victory

At least two people di£d from suffocation during massive celebrations in Mexico City after Mexico advanced to the FIFA World Cup round of 16, the city government said in the early hours of Wednesday, July 1.A 19-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man di£d from asphyxiation, Mexico City’s health secretary said, after huge crowds gathered to celebrate the national team’s 2-0 victory over Ecuador.Emergency responders were unable to revive them.The incident occurred on Hamburgo and Lancaster Streets, near the Angel of Independence landmark, where thousands of soccer fans had gathered to celebrate Mexico's ‌2-0 ⁠victory over Ecuador in the round of 32.Authorities have not confirmed the de@th of a third person, reported by local media. They said investigations are continuing....

UPDATE : Blackout in Lagos as flood submerges transmission substations

1Jul

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UPDATE : Blackout in Lagos as flood submerges transmission substations

Some parts of Lagos State have been plunged into blackout following the unfortunate flooding in the state.In a statement released, the Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, declared “force majeure on the Oworoshoki 33KV and Lekki 330/132KV Transmission Substations as a result of flooding caused by continuous rainfall in Lagos”.According to the statement signed by its GM Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, TCN lamented that the Oworoshoki 133/33KV Transmission Substation is totally out of service, stating that the flood affected two power transformers.“Although Lekki 330/132KV Transmission Substation is in service as water is continuously being pumped out of the station, Oworoshoki 133/33KV Transmission Substation on the other hand is currently not in service as the level of water ...

IPMAN Threatens Nationwide Shutdown Over Planned Fuel Price Control

1Jul

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Business

IPMAN Threatens Nationwide Shutdown Over Planned Fuel Price Control

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has warned that it may shut down filling stations across the country if the Federal Government attempts to impose price controls on the downstream petroleum sector.Speaking with journalists, IPMAN's National Publicity Secretary, Chinedu Ukadike, argued that the petroleum market had already been deregulated under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), making government-imposed pricing inconsistent with the law.The warning follows recent remarks by the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, who urged the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) to take action against marketers accused of exploiting consumers through excessive fuel pricing.Similarly, the Fed...