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    Peace Accord event

    Peace Accord: Tinubu not interested in peaceful 2027 elections, declares SDP candidate

    “President Tinubu (@officialABAT) not showing up to the National Peace Accord signing yesterday shows that he is not committed to peace,” the politician stated.

    Anti-Corruption

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    Kaura LGA condemns illegal levies on beneficiaries of free fertiliser, threatens sanctions

    The Kaura council area of Kaduna has condemned reports of individuals demanding between N1,000 and N2,000 from beneficiaries of the free fertiliser distribution.

    Agriculture

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    Kaura LGA condemns illegal levies on beneficiaries of free fertiliser, threatens sanctions

    The Kaura council area of Kaduna has condemned reports of individuals demanding between N1,000 and N2,000 from beneficiaries of the free fertiliser distribution.

    OPINION

    President Tinubu, terminate the dodgy £746 million ports deal

    To my fellow citizens, this deal will worsen Nigeria’s fiscal and economic future. I have spoken. You have a voice. Use it.

    Osun election shows all is not fair in Nigerian politics

    The Osun governorship election has now provided an important measure of where Nigeria stands.

    Azu Ishiekwene: Osun Decides: From dance steps to war footing

    Osun state has a reputation for controversies bigger than its size. It ranks 26th nationally in terms of voter population and is six out of six in the South-West.

    Uba Sani and the making of history

    Governor Uba Sani, since assuming office, has been matching his campaign promises with deeds.

    WPC’s date clash with African Energy Week deserves a proper explanation

    Scheduling the 2026 World Petroleum Congress almost directly against Africa’s flagship energy gathering risks forcing governments and industry leaders into an unnecessary choice.

    Abdul Mahmud: The bandit who was defrauded

    Who protects the predators from being preyed upon?

    Abuja

    Peace Accord event

    Peace Accord: Tinubu not interested in peaceful 2027 elections, declares SDP candidate

    “President Tinubu (@officialABAT) not showing up to the National Peace Accord signing yesterday shows that he is not committed to peace,” the politician stated.

    States

    WRAPPERS

    Two Kaduna women nabbed for stealing deceased friend’s wrappers during mourning

    Keziah Nathan, 26, and Janet Caleb, 29, were on Wednesday arraigned before the Kaduna Magistrate’s Court for stealing their late friend’s wrappers.

    Sport

    Lakeside Queens FC

    Lakeside Queens FC whip Bayelsa Princesses 3-0 in Aba

    Lakeside Queens FC of Ogun defeated Bayelsa Princesses 3-0 at the ongoing Nationwide Nigeria Women Football League promotion play-off at the Enyimba FC Stadium, Aba, on Monday.

    Faith

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    Thousands keep vigil to mourn Jason Arday

    Thousands of people gathered on Monday at a vigil in Trafalgar Square for Jason Arday, a 41-year-old Cambridge University professor who died amid allegations of plagiarism.