Here are the top 10 stories making headlines across the country.
1. I did not betray Peter Obi, he betrayed Atiku βOkupe
Former Director-General of President Obi-Dattiβs 2023 presidential campaign, Doyin Okupe, has responded to allegations by Peter Obiβs supporters known as Obidients, that he betrayed his principles before and after the election. Read more
2. ‘You have become a blind Tinubu defender’, Dele Momodu slams Omokri
Veteran journalist and former presidential candidate Dele Momodu has accused former President Goodluck Jonathan aide Reno Omokri of being a blind supporter of President Bola Tinubuβs policies that have plunged the country into economic crisis. Read more
3. ‘They want to tarnish my father’s image,’ says Governor Zulum’s son of murder charges (Video)
Umara Babagana Zulum, the son of Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum, has spoken out over allegations that he killed a fellow student in India during a fight over a girl. Read more
4. Representatives warn against unbalanced recruitment at universities
The House of Representatives University Education Committee on Friday warned against unbalanced recruitment in the country’s universities. Read more
5. ‘I stand by my statement regarding Tinubu’s interview,’ Ndume reacts to his ouster as Senate President
Former Senate Chairman, Ali Ndume, has reacted to his removal from office. Read more
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6. APC and police disagree over attacks on Okpebholo and Shaibu in Edo
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo has accused the state police command of involvement in the attacks on its governorship candidate, Monday Okpebholo, and the re-elected deputy governor, Philip Shaibu.Read more
7. Tinubu promises Nigeria will become a global investment destination
President Bola Tinubu said on Friday that his administration would make Nigeria a global investment destination. Read more
8. CBN finally took over the inactive accounts, to invest the funds in government securities.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a new directive to banks and financial institutions operating in Nigeria on dormant accounts. Read more
9. Police reject reports of kidnapping of 11 passengers in Enugu
The Enugu State Police has dismissed as misleading reports of the kidnapping of 11 persons at Amechi-Idodo area of ββthe Enugu/Abakaliki Expressway on Wednesday. Read more
10. Actor Chinedu Ikedieze introduces his new wife
Nollywood actor Chinedu Ikedieze aka Aki has introduced his new wife Stephanie Promise to the public. Read more
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