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‘Opposition Is Misguided’ – Datti Warns Coalition Playing Into Tinubu’s Hands

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The opposition coalition might be unintentionally supporting President Bola Tinubu’s political approach by forming alliances too quickly without clear agreements and procedures, according to Datti Baba-Ahmed, the former vice presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP).

In a 2014 merger that became the All Progressives Congress (APC), Baba-Ahmed linked the current coalition’s actions, particularly its acceptance of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the general elections in 2027, to that of the APC.

He explained that while he has had conversations with coalition leaders, he has remained in the Labour Party and continued to closely monitor developments. He said he is taking a “cautious and strategic” approach and is keeping an eye on the coalition’s “body language” before taking any action.

The opposition is correct in everything it does, let me simply state that. I completely agree that we should come together. Every one of its guiding concepts and goals is accurate. It’s also someone else’s game, though. Tinubu is the one playing this game.

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Given its substantial influence in the 2023 elections, Datti cautioned against ignoring the Labour Party.

The Labour Party is entitled to more than to be ignored. Regardless of all the reservations, we are aware of the roles that each side is playing. This party received more than 10 million votes, according to our own count. This is a party that, regardless of what the judges say, defeated the APC and PDP together.

The coalition’s credibility and preparedness for governing would be put to the real test by the caliber of primary elections, he added, underscoring the need of internal democracy inside the alliance.

He asserted that “having successful primaries is the first step towards good governance.”

Rep. Agbese Philip: Is our political party in Enone Federal Constituency in 2027!

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By Comr. Patrick Eza

As we approach the 2027 elections, the campaign for Enone Federal Constituency is gearing up, and one name stands out: Rep. Agbese Philip. Known for his unwavering commitment to the people and his exemplary leadership, Rep. Agbese has continually demonstrated that he is a dedicated public servant who holds the interest of Ado, Okpokwu, and Ogbadibo at heart.

Since taking office, Rep. Agbese Philip has been a beacon of hope and progress for his constituents. His tenure has been marked by significant achievements, including the introduction of policies that have improved infrastructure, education, and healthcare in the Enone Federal Constituency. His ability to listen to the needs of the people and act on them has garnered him immense respect and support.

With Rep. Agbese Philip at the helm, the message for 2027 is clear: “Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo is in safe hands.” His vision for the future is one that prioritizes the well-being of the constituents, ensuring that every voice is heard and every concern addressed. He believes in the power of collaboration, actively engaging with community leaders, local organizations, and the youth to create a more inclusive political environment.

His focus on youth empowerment through education and job creation is another testament to his forward-thinking approach. By investing in the younger generation, Rep. Agbese is not only shaping a brighter future for them but also securing a prosperous future for the entire constituency.

As supporters of Rep. Agbese Philip, it is essential for us to rally together and unite for a common goal: a continuation of the progress we have experienced under his leadership. The journey ahead demands our collective effort, enthusiasm, and commitment. Your voice matters, and every vote counts. By standing behind Rep. Agbese in the upcoming elections, we are investing in a future that guarantees safety, growth, and prosperity for Ado, Okpokwu, and Ogbadibo.

The choice is clear, and the path forward is bright with Rep. Agbese Philip. Let us come together to support a leader who genuinely cares for his community, champions development, and stands for justice and fairness. Together, we can ensure that our beloved constituencies continue to thrive under his capable leadership. Thank you for your unwavering support, and may God bless each and every one of you as we prepare for another successful journey with Rep. Agbese Philip in 2027.

BREAKING: Adamawa Tragedy — Soldier Allegedly Beats Phone Technician to Death Over Girlfriend’s Device

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Public indignation has been triggered by a terrible occurrence in Mayo-Belwa, Adamawa State, where a Nigerian soldier is accused of killing a young phone repair technician because the repair was delayed.

Witnesses claim that after his girlfriend complained that her phone had not been mended promptly, the soldier, identified as Lance Corporal Ahmada A., attacked and killed the technician, Alkasum Ibrahim. According to reports, the event happened on Wednesday.

It was discovered that the soldier’s girlfriend had previously brought her malfunctioning phone to Alkasum’s shop so that it might be fixed. However, the repair was delayed for what were thought to be technical or workload-related reasons. She apparently called her boyfriend since she was upset about the delay.

Lance Corporal Ahmada allegedly entered the repair shop and attacked the technician violently in a startling turn of events. He brutally thrashed Alkasum in front of onlookers, according to witnesses. After losing consciousness, the victim passed away from his wounds.

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Nuruddeen Abubakar, an eyewitness, stated, “This is heartbreaking.” The boy’s only goal was to earn a living. His lone transgression was failing to fix a phone on time.

According to reports, the soldier ran away and is still at large. Human rights organizations and local citizens have condemned the tragedy and are calling for justice and accountability.

In a statement, a local rights organization declared, “This is murder, not just brutality.” “The Nigerian military needs to turn over the suspect for prosecution right away.”

SP Suleiman Nguroje, the spokesperson for the Adamawa State Police Command, confirmed the event and said the military is looking into it internally before turning the issue over to the police for further action.

Supported by rights groups, the deceased’s family is demanding immediate justice and arguing that the issue cannot be ignored.

NDLEA Apprehends Warri Native for Smuggling Over 414.2 kg of Cannabis

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Following the arrest of a Warri kinsman for allegedly importing 414.2 kg of cannabis sativa, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency’s (NDLEA) efforts to stop illegal drug transactions have gained more momentum.

It is estimated that the material has a street value of more than N200 million.

According to information our correspondent obtained, the suspect, identified as Emami Ajetsibogho, was taken into custody by police officers affiliated with the Lagos State Command.

On June 25, 2025, Ajetsibogho, who was reportedly the direct younger brother of a prominent Itsekiri leader, was arrested in Lagos. The drug was found hidden in multiple bags and sealed in satchets of black and white nylon.

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Due to his alleged evasion of numerous arrest attempts, the suspect, who was born in Warri South, Delta State, is considered to be extremely powerful.

According to information our correspondent has reliably obtained, an APC guber candidate and former deputy governor made desperate attempts to undermine NDLEA authorities in an attempt to cover up the incident and clear the suspect, but his attempts were unsuccessful.

Upon being called, Mallum Abdullahi, the spokesperson for the Lagos State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), stated that he was not in Lagos and did not confirm or deny the claim.

A civil society organization operating under the name Concerned Citizens for Justice and Accountability has urged all well-meaning Nigerians, Delta residents, and security services to take a serious interest in the issue and insist on a prompt, open inquiry.

According to a statement released by Casey Wealth, the president of the group based in Warri Delta State, the public should be informed about the situation, and the culture of impunity needs to stop immediately.

“All well-meaning Nigerians, Delta residents, and security services are urged to take a serious interest in this issue and insist on a prompt, open trial. The public is entitled to the truth. The impunity culture must be eradicated.

“How long will we remain silent while drug lords masquerading as politicians ruin our youth and transform our neighborhoods into chaotic theaters? Consider this a call to action. The statement continues, “Nigeria is not for sale, and Delta State is not a playground for anarchy sponsored by drugs.”

Senate Commends CBN on Economic Reforms and Half-Year Achievements

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The Senate has praised the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for what it called positive changes in the country’s monetary and financial system during the first half of 2025.
The praise was made before the National Assembly at a statutory meeting between the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Institutions and Mr. Yemi Cardoso, the governor of the CBN.

In his opening statement, committee chairman Adetokunbo Abiru praised the apex bank for the consistent improvement in macroeconomic indices, which he claimed indicated greater stability and trust in the Nigerian economy.

Abiru said, “The Nigerian financial and monetary landscape has seen encouraging developments since our last meeting in December 2024.”

He pointed to the slow accretion of foreign reserves, the relative stability of the exchange rate, especially the closing gap between the official and parallel market rates, and the decrease of inflation from 23.71% in April 2025 to 22.97% in May.

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“These results show increased trust in the foreign exchange market, which is bolstered by the Bank’s reform initiatives like the FX Matching System and FX Code, which aim to increase market discipline and transparency,” he stated.

The committee also commended the CBN’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) for keeping the MPR at 27.50% during its February and May meetings. Senator Abiru characterized this as “a deliberate pause to the rate hikes witnessed in 2024, signalling a more balanced approach in managing inflation and supporting growth.”

Additionally, the Senate recognized the apex bank’s approach to recapitalization, namely the regulatory forbearance offered to Deposit Money Banks, which it described as having “pragmatic flexibility.”

Abiru stated, “This policy reflects a pragmatic approach by the Bank to ease transitional burdens on financial institutions, even though it was carefully crafted to avoid systemic risk.”
The committee also emphasized the renewal of Nigeria and China’s bilateral currency swap agreement, which permits local currency settlements for trade. According to Abiru, the action would support the CBN’s overarching goal of diversifying Nigeria’s external reserves and lessen the country’s dependency on the US currency.

Furthermore, the committee applauded the CBN’s implementation of the Non-Resident Bank Verification Number (NRBVN) framework, claiming that it will enhance Know-Your-Customer (KYC) procedures for Nigerians and foreign account holders.

In an increasingly globalized economy, “this initiative is critical for ensuring financial system integrity and expanding the reach of formal banking services,” Abiru said.

Even though there had been progress, he noted that there were still certain areas that needed work, which would be discussed in the executive session with the governor of the CBN.

In his presentation, Mr. Cardoso listed several policy initiatives and accomplishments that he oversaw, emphasizing how they contributed to long-term prosperity and macroeconomic stabilization.

He pointed out that a lot of the bank’s recent moves were strategically in line with the federal government’s objective of having a $1 trillion economy by 2030.

The governor of the CBN stated, “The Bank started a forward-looking recapitalization of the banking sector as a potent catalyst for driving this vision to support the vision for the $1 trillion GDP by 2030.”

In order to increase investor confidence and economic resilience, Cardoso reaffirmed the bank’s dedication to institutional reforms, policy discipline, and strategic alliances.

The Senate voiced satisfaction with the CBN’s reform trajectory throughout the engagement, which was a rare instance of the legislative and the central bank aligning. However, the Senate also emphasized the necessity for ongoing oversight and progress.

Coalition: Anywhere Peter Obi goes, I follow – Isaac Fayose

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Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose’s brother, Isaac Fayose, has put his support behind Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential contender.

According to Isaac, he has decided to follow Obi wherever he sets up his political tent.

According to a Facebook post, Isaac has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

I tend to follow Peter Obi wherever he goes. I’m now an ADC member, so good-bye Labour Party,” Isaac stated.

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Remember that the leaders of the opposition alliance formally accepted the ADC as the platform on Wednesday in order to remove the All Progressives Congress (APC) and incumbent President Bola Tinubu.

The party’s leadership structure was then dismantled to make room for the newcomers, who included former governor Nasir El-Rufai, former vice president Atiku Abubakar, former minister of transportation Rotimi Amaechi, and Peter Obi, in addition to other politicians from the APC, the Peoples Democratic Party, and the Labour Party.

Nigeria Must Be Delivered from ‘Present Darkness’ – Utomi Backs ADC Coalition

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Former presidential candidate Professor Pat Utomi has spoken out in favor of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the party that may save Nigeria from its “current darkness.”

According to a post on X, Utomi stated that the ADC should prioritize sacrificial service, national redemption, and giving future generations hope rather than just replacing incumbent voters.

“It is not enough to simply replace incumbents,” he said. To redeem Nigeria and give our kids hope again, it must be about selfless service.

In 2007, Utomi, the ADC’s first presidential candidate, stated that the new coalition leaders should concentrate on finding and training young, capable Nigerians to be leaders.

“It would be wise for the guardian class that recently assumed power to concentrate on enlisting young, capable, brave individuals with a willingness to serve and build the country in order to socialize them for quick development,” he stated.

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“Regardless of individual reputations, all politicians of the past 15 years must take collective responsibility for the nation’s decline and treat the current political realignment as a moment of reflection and redemption,” he continued.

Regardless of whether they were the good ones or not, he stated that all Nigerian politicians of the past 15 years must own their shared responsibility for the country’s decline and view any current salvage effort as an act of atonement and penitence.

A change toward the common good was advocated by Utomi, who cautioned against the perils of “short-sighted narcissism” in power politics.

Their self-interest must give way to the greater good. The egotistical shortsightedness that has led people in positions of authority to unintentionally halt Nigeria’s progress must now give way to the spirit of community that aims to increase the pie for everybody, he stated.

2Face’s Brother Issues Caution: ‘That Woman Will Destroy Your Legacy’

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Legendary Nigerian artist 2Face’s brother, Charles Idibia, commonly known as Charlybrave, wrote an emotional open letter to the singer expressing his feelings.

Charles complimented 2Face in a long Instagram post for his calm and passionate personality, comparing him to a “modern day Jesus” who quietly takes criticism and blame to protect people who caused his hardships.

Charles, meanwhile, made harsh accusations against Natasha Osawuru, his brother’s current partner, saying she is the cause of the trouble. He described specific incidents of purported manipulation, such as cutting off 2Face from both his personal and professional lives.

Charles stressed the significance of putting his legacy and his seven children first, urging his brother 2Face to take away from social media and concentrate on healing and introspection.

To his beloved @official2baba, he wrote, “My… I won’t even try to describe how much I love you because there aren’t enough words in English.

To the kind, gentle, loving, peaceful person who would never purposely harm a fly, who would lose multiple businesses to avoid conflict, who ensures that everyone is comfortable despite his own discomfort, who becomes silent, and who watches himself being portrayed as the villain in order to shield the same person portraying him as such.

To the most incredibly gifted musician I have ever heard, and to the man from Nigeria whom I would venture to call the contemporary Jesus Christ due to the innocence and purity of your heart.

“I implore you to “WAKE UP!”! Saving yourself and moving on from a situation where you were on the verge of losing your life and soul may never be considered a crime, but you haven’t done so because you were caught in the middle of an industrial furnace.

“‎It’s one thing for a girlfriend to snoop in your phone and read messages out of curiosity or for other relationship reasons (it can even come off as cute), but a girlfriend who breaks into your phone to announce your divorce, because she had doubts about you going through with it, who posts and deletes a picture of herself on your socials and ask Nigerians to help you beg her to marry her while you sleep, who clones your what’sapp, deletes messages she doesn’t like and replies messages pretending to be you to steam roll her agendas, a control freak inside your emails and your accounts, who convinces you to abandon your management and businesses in Lagos and move to Abuja, just to become her arm candy and dragged all over Benin and to places the real you will definitely not go, who would make you defend lies and tolerate chaos , who would sabotage your business trips, who would do a whole lot of rubbish (I will not mention here out of shame) and hide under your name, who would adopt your surname, tell strangers, and whoever cares to listen, that she is your wife while you are still legally.”

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Fans have responded to Charles’ assertions in the post, which has generated internet controversy.

The following are a few of the responses:

@ehijay_ stated, “This is quite terrible, and it’s even more heartbreaking to realize that this woman has diminished our legend to nothing! I hope that he breaks free from this bondage.

“God bless you, he needs all the help he can get,” mentioned @yettyclesia.

“God, please just keep our 2baba safe from all of this chaos and bring him peace and happiness again because this is getting out of control,” wrote @official_lolah.

Kiki. In response, Derika said, “My brother, darkness can never triumph over light; God is awake and watching.”

As @eleyi1 stated, “Inno is such a wonderful human being to be in this place all the time. You could not have put it any better.” His choice of ladies is a sign that he has to do some serious introspection.

Remember how 3Face Idibia’s mother, Rose Idibia, expressed concern earlier this year over her son’s connection with Edo politician Natasha Osawuru?

According to her, Natasha put beads on 2Face’s head and neck in an attempt to spiritually capture him.

Diogo Jota Dies in Crash in Zamora, Spain, Only Fortnight After His Wedding

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Diogo Jota, a forward for Liverpool, lost his life in a Spanish vehicle accident.

The 28-year-old was reportedly riding in the car with his brother, Andre.

On the A-52 in the province of Zamora, the vehicle reportedly veered off the road.

Jota tragically died just two weeks after he married Rute Cardoso, his longtime girlfriend, in Porto.

During Arne Slot’s debut season, the forward was a member of the Liverpool team that won the Premier League title in May.

Police have acknowledged that they are looking into what caused the event. They said no additional vehicles were engaged.

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Jota joined Liverpool from Wolves in 2020 and has since made 182 appearances.

After winning two Carabao Cups and the FA Cup during his five years with the club, he lifted the Premier League trophy in May.

Jota has also earned 49 caps for Portugal, winning the UEFA Nations League in 2019 and scored 14 goals in the league last month.

Wike Laments Backlash Over Reconciliation With Fubara in Rivers State

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Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, says opponents of progress are upset because he has reconciled with his successor, suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

Wike made the announcement during a media briefing in Abuja on Thursday, claiming that peace had returned to the state.

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He claimed that many persons had converted the state’s crises into a “oil well,” from which they were sucking illicit monies for their own personal gain.

The minister went on to say that he owes no one an explanation for the terms of his and Fubara’s truce.