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Oshiomhole dismisses Peter Obi as APC’s biggest threat in 2027Senator Adams Oshiomhole has downplayed concerns that Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, poses the greatest political challenge to the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general election, arguing that Obi’s electoral performance was largely the product of public frustration with the final months of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration. The senator representing Edo North made the remarks on Monday during an appearance on Beyond The Headlines, where he rejected suggestions that the ruling party was underestimating Obi’s political influence after his strong showing in the 2023 presidential…

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested two suspected cattle thieves, recovered six stolen cows and a vehicle, and foiled an attempted abduction along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway. The command disclosed this in a Tuesday statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi. According to the statement, operatives of the Sagamu Division arrested Abiodun Kamilu, 35, and Adesanya Segun, 37, after a distress call on July 25 reported that suspected cattle thieves had invaded a cow yard in the Maskoli Area of Sagamu and stolen seven cows.The police said operatives immediately mobilised and commenced patrols around exit…

Anambra Panic as Oko student hostel collapses, many feared trappedPanic gripped the Oko community in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State late Sunday after a student hostel reportedly collapsed, leaving several occupants feared trapped beneath the rubble. Eyewitnesses said a loud bang was heard moments before the multi-storey building gave way, sending students and residents rushing to the scene in confusion and fear. “We heard a loud bang, and within seconds people were screaming for help. Everyone rushed out to see what had happened,” an eyewitness said. Videos and photos circulating on social media showed a large crowd…

Tinubu’s Renewed Hope is renewed hopelessness – Peter ObiThe presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has dismissed President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda as a failure, describing it as “renewed hopelessness” and insisting that Nigerians deserve tangible improvements rather than political slogans. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Obi argued that the current administration had failed to improve the living conditions of ordinary Nigerians, adding that its policies had neither inspired confidence nor delivered meaningful results. “No, no—that’s renewed hopelessness. It’s not working,” Obi said when asked whether his economic vision was similar…

State governors have intensified pressure on the National Assembly, the 36 State Houses of Assembly and the Presidency, to fast-track the passage and assent to the state police bill, ahead of campaigns for the 2027 general elections, even as the process now faces the threat of a legal challenge. The House of Representatives passed the Constitution Alteration Bill last Thursday. It seeks to establish state police services across the country. The vote followed weeks of lobbying by governors, aimed squarely at Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. Sources within the National Assembly told Daily Sun that the governors…

Reps to grill Accountant-General over alleged fake agency budget scandal The House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating the controversial Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) is expected to question the Accountant-General of the Federation, Shamseldeen Ogunjimi, today as lawmakers intensify their probe into the operations and funding of the disputed agency. The committee, chaired by the lawmaker representing Kanke/Kanam/Pankshin Federal Constituency of Plateau State, Yusuf Gagdi, is examining how an organisation the Federal Government insists does not legally exist allegedly secured office accommodation within the Federal Secretariat in Abuja and received more than ₦1.32 billion in the 2026 Appropriation…

Death on the waterways 235 lives perish in boat mishaps in 19 months Nigeria is believed to have been endowed with one of Africa’s largest inland waterway networks. It is a vast natural asset that comprises thousands of kilometres of rivers, creeks, lakes, lagoons and reservoirs stretching across the country. For millions of Nigerians living in riverine communities, boats are not luxury vessels. They are school buses, ambulances, taxis and market vehicles, providing the only practical means of accessing education, healthcare, commerce and neighbouring communities. The sector, despite the immense potential, seemed to have been unable to deliver its full…

Otti expresses worry over flooding, rising rent in Abia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has sympathised with residents affected by the recent floods. He also expressed worries over rising accommodation rents, particularly in Aba and Umuahia metropolises. Governor Otti, who stated these during the July edition of his monthly media chat held at Government House, Umuahia, said efforts are being made to remedy these anomalies. The governor said his government remains committed to investing in durable drainage infrastructure. “We are building drainage channels that will quickly take floodwater off our roads. Our goal is to permanently solve the flooding…

Adeleke, ALGON at war over Osun motor parks Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed the Police and other security agencies to stop all activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in all the motor parks across the state. This directive came in contrary to the order by the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON). The ALGON premised its directive on Paragraph 1(e) of the Fourth Schedule to the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), which empowers local government councils to regulate motor parks, maintain order, reduce violence, and enhance internally generated…

Osborn Umahi honours father, David Umahi, commends legacy of service Businessman and philanthropist Osborn Nweze Umahi has honoured his father, Senator David Nweze Umahi, Minister of Works, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as an outstanding father and mentor. Reflecting on his father’s influence, Osborn said Senator Umahi’s life has been defined by integrity, discipline and unwavering commitment to public service. He observed that beyond politics, the Minister has remained deeply committed to family values and personal mentorship, attributes that continue to shape the lives of those around him. Osborn offered prayers for God’s continued grace, wisdom and…