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Sunday, May 31st, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Amaechi, has described himself as a simple politician who does not steal public funds. Amaechi made the remark during an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, where he spoke about corruption, transparency, and life in public office. According to him, many people […]
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Sunday, May 31st, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has warned Nigerians against carrying out retaliatory attacks on South African nationals, businesses, or interests in the country following recent xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa. In a statement issued on Sunday, police spokesperson Anthony Placid said the force had received reports and concerns about possible […]
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Sunday, May 31st, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) will not secure up to 10 percent of votes in Rivers State during the 2027 general elections. Wike made the statement during a luncheon held in honour of candidates […]
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Sunday, May 31st, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A presidential delegation led by Femi Gbajabiamila and Nuhu Ribadu on Sunday visited Ogbomoso in Oyo State following the abduction of dozens of schoolchildren and teachers by suspected bandits. The victims were kidnapped on May 15 when gunmen attacked three schools in Oriire Local Government Area. The affected schools were Baptist Nursery […]
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Sunday, May 31st, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu has said he faced several political and legal challenges on his journey to becoming Nigeria’s president. Tinubu made the remark when he hosted members of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), led by Vice President Kashim Shettima, at his residence in Lagos. Reflecting on the 2023 presidential election, the president […]
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Sunday, May 31st, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has assured Nigerians that his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, will play an active role in government if they win the 2027 presidential election. Obi made the statement on Saturday at the NDC national convention in Abuja, where he officially announced Kwankwaso […]
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Saturday, May 30th, 2026
AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Reuters/NAN) Paris St Germain retained the Champions League title by beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties on Saturday after the game ended 1-1 after extra time, cementing the French side’s status among Europe’s modern greats. Arsenal defender Gabriel blasted his spot kick over Matvey Safonov’s crossbar at the Puskas Arena, his miss confirming […]
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Friday, May 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Former Secretary to the Bauchi State Government, Mr Ibrahim Kashim, has emerged as the governorship candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 general elections through a consensus arrangement. The Chairman of the Electoral Committee for the Bauchi State governorship primary election, Mr Paul Daniel, announced Kashim’s emergence on […]
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Friday, May 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – ) The New Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially affirmed former Kano State Deputy Governor, Abdussalam Aminu-Gwarzo, as its gubernatorial candidate for the 2027 general elections. The Chairman of the Primaries Committee from the party’s national headquarters, Mainasara Abubakar-Sani confirmed this during the party’s primaries on Friday in the state. Abubakar-Sani commended […]
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Friday, May 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) — Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Christopher Musa, has described the officers accused of plotting a coup against President Bola Tinubu as “confused individuals” who had little support. Speaking on Arise News on Friday, Musa said even ordinary Nigerians would have resisted the coup plotters if the military had not stepped in. “Even the civilians […]
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Friday, May 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu over rising insecurity and economic hardship in the country. In a statement released on Thursday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said many Nigerians now see ransom payments as part of normal family expenses. […]
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Friday, May 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The Factioner gubernatorial Candidate of the People’s Democratic party (PDP) in Enugu state, Chief Sampson Chukwu Nnamani has dismissed the allegation of his suspension from the party before the primary election, insisting that he remains the authentic flag bearer of the party in 2027 Addressing a press conference at the Nigeria Union […]
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Friday, May 29th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) loyal to Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has denied reports claiming that former President Goodluck Jonathan has been chosen as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election. In a statement issued on Friday, the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, described the reports […]
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Thursday, May 28th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The National Vice Chairman (Southeast) geo political zone of the crisis ridden Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Barrister Ray Nnaji, has cried out over alleged threat to his life by the Enugu state Factional governorship Candidate of the party, chief Sampson Chukwu Namani, following suspension from the party. Speaking with Journalists Wednesday in […]
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Thursday, May 28th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has said it is not yet time to celebrate his emergence as the party’s flagbearer for the 2027 election. In a post on X, Atiku urged members of the African Democratic Congress to remain united and focused, saying […]
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Thursday, May 28th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – The call of presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga for the arrest of Nigerian activist, Vicent Otse, better known as VeryDark Man, has sparked reactions on social media. The African Examiner writes that Onanuga has called for the arrest of VeryDarkMan, following an AI video, where VDM “shared” a voice note of President Tinubu […]
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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – ) Former Deputy Senate President, Sen. Ovie Omo-Agege, has announced his resignation from the ruling-All Progressives Congress (APC), with immediate effect. Omo-Agege’s resignation is contained in a letter dated May 22 and addressed to the Chairman of Orogun Ward 2, Ughelli North LGA. The former lawmaker’s Media Aide, Mr Sunday Areh, disclosed […]
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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has sent birthday wishes to former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, describing him as a patriot and wishing him strength and good health. Amaechi turned 61 on May 27, 2026. In a message posted on his X account, Atiku praised his years of service to Rivers State and […]
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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ned Nwoko, says he will go to court to challenge the outcome of the party’s senatorial primary in Delta State. Speaking in an interview on Arise Television, Nwoko insisted that he won the primary based on results he said were gathered from the wards. […]
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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Nigerians have been urged to reject violence ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, made the appeal in a statement released on Wednesday to mark the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration. Bamidele said no Nigerian should lose his or her life because of politics or the ambition of […]
