Here are the top stories from across the country
1. Peter Obi’s ambition shaky, as court sets aside order for INEC to register NDC
The presidential ambition of former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi may have been derailed, as a Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State, on Friday set aside its earlier judgment directing the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party.Read more
2. Against widespread support, PRP cautions on creation of state police
Against the widespread support that has accompanied moves to establish state police in the country, the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has cautioned against the plan.Read more
3. NDC heads to Appeal Court, insists Lokoja judgment did not deregister party
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has rejected the Federal High Court ruling that set aside the judgment compelling the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register it as a political party, declaring that it will immediately challenge the decision at the Court of Appeal.Read more
4. Support grows for state police, as Speakers, govs, lawmakers key in
As both chambers of the National Assembly passes the proposed Bill to establish state policing structures across the country, many governors, state houses of Assembly and political parties have thrown their weight behind the move.Read more
5. ‘Everytime Nigeria makes progress’, it angers Peter Obi. Why?’, Tinubu’s aide, Bwala asks
Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu has argued that presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Peter Obi is unhappy anytime Nigeria makes progress. Read more
6. Obi alleges plot to block 2027 presidential bid, dares Tinubu to public debate
Presidential hopeful of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has accused the Federal Government of orchestrating moves aimed at preventing him from contesting the 2027 presidential election, insisting that no amount of political pressure would stop his ambition.Read more
7. EFCC, CAC to go after unregistered POS operators
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) have expressed concerns over risks being posed to businesses and national security by the activities of unregistered Point of Sale (POS) operators.Read more
8. Actor, Akin Olaiya ‘s wife, Nafisat, explains why she left her matrimonial home
Nafisat, the wife of Nigerian Yoruba film actor Akin Olaiya, has explained why she left their marital home barely a month after their wedding.Read more
9. South Africa is “nothing” without the rest of the continent, MTN Chairman warns, blasting state failure
MTN Group Chairman Mcebisi Jonas has delivered a powerful and unequivocal condemnation of the ongoing anti-foreigner sentiment and xenophobic violence in South Africa.Read more
10. Public donations raise ₦7.5m for Mr Ibu’s widow, children after distress appeal
The family of late Nollywood comic actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has received ₦7.5 million in financial support from Nigerians following a public appeal highlighting their struggles with rent, school fees and other basic needs.Read more
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