I won’t surrender my Senate ticket to Okorocha – Uzodimma

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 6:10 pm

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, has insisted that he will not give up his All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket to former governor Rochas Okorocha despite the Federal High Court judgment ordering his replacement. Uzodimma made the declaration on Sunday November 8, after attending a...

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INEC Threatens Prosecution Over ‘Rig and Die’ Slogan

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 4:55 pm

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has warned politicians against using the slogan “rig and die” ahead of the 2027 general elections, describing the expression as dangerous rhetoric capable of inciting electoral violence. The Commission also vowed to prosecute electoral officials, including ad hoc staff,...

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Betara bankroll Zulum’s Unity Call With N1bn to Lawmakers at Borno APC Campaign Council Inauguration

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 4:03 pm

By Fatima Haruna 9News Nigeria Maiduguri Muktar Aliyu Betara has stole the show on Sunday at the inauguration of the Borno State All Progressives Congress Campaign Council for the 2027 general elections. The inauguration was held at the Multipurpose Hall, Government House, Maiduguri. It was...

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Zulum Inaugurates Borno APC 2027 Campaign Council, Charge Members to Take Personal Responsibilities

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 3:54 pm

By Fatima Haruna 9News Nigeria Maiduguri Governor Babagana Umara Zulum on Sunday inaugurated the Borno State All Progressives Congress Campaign Council for the 2027 general elections. The inauguration was held at the Multipurpose Hall, Government House, Maiduguri. Zulum, who is Chairman of the 300-member Council,...

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Obi Accuses NFF Of Blocking Him From Greeting Flamingos After Historic World Cup Victory

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 3:39 pm

Former Anambra State Governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) of preventing him from greeting Nigeria’s victorious Under-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, at an airport in Abuja. Obi alleged that the officials...

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DECEMBER 3RD: BEYOND DISABILITY, THE COURAGE TO SURVIVE — A PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED JOURNALIST’S STORY OF HOPE, RESILIENCE AND DETERMINATION

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 2:57 pm

As the world prepares to commemorate December 3rd, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, I consider this occasion more than just a global celebration. It is a moment to reflect on the struggles, sacrifices, resilience and determination of millions of persons living with disabilities...

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Troops arrest suspected gunrunner, kill two terrorists, recover arms in Plateau

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 2:42 pm

Jos -- Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected gunrunner, neutralized two terrorists and dismantled several terrorists camps during coordinated operations across Mangu, Kanam and Wase Local Government Areas of Plateau State. In a statement on Monday November 9, 2026, the Army said...

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EXCLUSIVE: FG seeks $500m World Bank Loan in 2027

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 10:22 am

The Federal Government of Nigeria is seeking a fresh $500 million loan from the World Bank to establish an infrastructure financing platform designed to attract private investment into critical sectors of the economy. The proposed facility is scheduled for consideration by the World Bank on...

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Imo LG Election: Uncertainty Over Party Primaries Raises Political Tension

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 9:51 am

By Princely Onyenwe | News Desk OWERRI, Imo State – Growing uncertainty over political party participation and the conduct of primaries ahead of the November 14 Local Government Council election in Imo State is generating confusion, political tension and concerns about the credibility of the...

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2027 : APGA endorses Nwifuru for governorship election

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 9:06 am

By Nwajiobi Ijeoma 9news Nigeria, Nnewi The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Ebonyi, last Saturday, endorsed Governor Francis Nwifuru of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as its preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The APGA candidate for Ebonyi North Senatorial District, Chikaodili Ojimba,...

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Owerri now has a Well-Organised Traffic System — Uzodinma

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 7:45 am

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has highlighted the impact of his administration’s Urban Renewal Initiative in addressing traffic congestion and improving the movement of commuters across Owerri. Uzodimma said traffic gridlock was a major challenge when he assumed office, noting that it had disrupted economic...

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NDLEA Arrests Ugandan Woman With 87 Cocaine Wraps at Lagos Airport

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 8:46 pm

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 34-year-old Ugandan woman, Farida Nansubuga, for allegedly attempting to smuggle 1. 15 Kilogrammes of cocaine from Nigeria to Uganda. According to the NDLEA, she was Intercepted at the screening point of Terminal 2...

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Tinubu urges Nigerian youths to collect PVCs ahead of 2027 elections

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 4:24 pm

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerian youths to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate in the 2027 general election, describing the poll as a defining moment for their future. Tinubu made the special appeal on Saturday, November 7, at the APC campaign...

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Market crisis : Traders urge Soludo to sack Commissioner over incompetence to restore peace.

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 7:37 am

... case in court-Commissioner By Nwajiobi Ijeoma 9news Nigeria, Nnewi Traders in Onitsha, under the aegis of Onitsha South Traders Forum, Anambra State, Friday urged Governor Chukwuma Soludo to sack the state Commissioner for Commerce, Hon. Nomso C. Ebonwu, over his alleged incompetence to restore...

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NLC Anambra Holds Day Of Tributes For Late NLC General Secretary, Ugboaja, Eulogizes His Legacies

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 7:28 am

By Nwajiobi Ijeoma 9news Nigeria, Nnewi Nigeria Workers in Anambra State led by Comrade Humphrey Emeka Nwafor KSJI yesterday had a solemn assembly day of tributes on life, times and legacies of Late Comrade Emmanuel Okechukwu Ugboaja,Esq,mni, former General Secretary, Nigeria Labour Congress(NLC),with a charge...

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Traore rejects medical treatment abroad, focuses on strengthening local hospitals

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 7:09 am

Burkina Faso's leader, Captain Ibrahim Traore, has reportedly declared that he will no longer travel outside the country for medical treatment, insisting that his country must develop its own healthcare system. The reported position is linked to his government efforts to modernisation hospitals, provide advanced...

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Makinde Challenges Tinubu Over ADC Crisis, Warns Against Undermining Judiciary, INEC

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 11:05 pm

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against actions that could undermine Nigeria’s democratic institutions, urging his administration to allow opposition parties to operate freely ahead of the 2027 general elections. Makinde specifically warned against weakening the judiciary and the Independent National...

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White House reaffirms US policy recognising only two genders under Trump

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 10:49 pm

The White House has reaffirmed the United States government's position that it officially recognises only two genders: male and female. The position was restated in Saturday, November 7, 2026, in a post on the White House's official X account, reinforcing President Donald Trump's policy on...

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Seyi Tinubu Appearance In Rivers Rally Sparks Reactions As He Runs Round The Stadium

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 5:44 pm

The appearance of Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, at an All Progressives Congress (APC) rally in Rivers State has sparked reactions on social media. Seyi Tinubu was captured running across a field while enthusiastically waving the APC flag, attracting attention from supporters...

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All EFCC-recovered funds will go into student loan scheme – Tinubu

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 4:15 pm

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed that all funds recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) will be channelled into the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), insisting that the decision cannot e reversed. Speaking on Friday, November 6, at the launch of Arise...

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Soludo Names Tinubu APGA’s 2027 Presidential Candidate

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 3:28 pm

By Suzy Chukwuechedom | Anambra Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has declared President Bola Ahmed Tinubu the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) for the 2027 general election, announcing a target of delivering at least 50 per cent of Anambra's...

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Inibehe Effiong Slams Tinubu, Eno Over Ibom Seaport Approval, Forced Rally Attendance

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 1:55 pm

Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has criticised President Bola Tinubu and Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, over the proposed Ibom Deep-Seaport project and the mobilisation of residents for the President's visit to the state. Effiong described Tinubu's announcement of approval for the seaport as...

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SE Governors Target Obi, Atiku Strongholds in Tinubu’s Bid

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 1:54 pm

By Princely Onyenwe | Political Desk The political battle for the 2027 presidential election is gathering momentum as South-East governors intensify their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid, raising fresh questions about the electoral strength of opposition figures, particularly former Anambra State Governor...

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INEC rejects reports of removing Atiku, Amaechi from 2027 candidates list

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 12:13 pm

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says it has not received the Certified True Copy of the Federal High Court judgment affecting the David Mark-led ADC leadership and the party's primary nominations. Mallam Mohammed Kudu Haruna, INEC national commissioner and chairman of the Information and...

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Kenyan pastor sentenced to 200 years in prison over child murders

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 8:51 am

Kenyan preacher Paul Nthenge Mackenzie has been sentenced to 200 years in prison for the murder of 191 people, including 190 children, in the infamous Shakahola Forest massacre. The High Court in Mombasa handed down the sentence on Friday after finding him guilty of directing...

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Ebonyi Youths cry out over political violence, intimidation ahead of 2027 elections

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 12:05 am

By Nwajiobi Ijeoma 9news Nigeria, Nnewi Hundreds of youths in Ebonyi State have staged a peaceful march through Abakaliki, the state capital, calling for an end to political violence, intimidation and harassment of opposition members ahead of the 2027 general elections. The protesters, under the...

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2027: APGA flags off national campaign, targets 50% votes for Tinubu

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:25 pm

By Nwajiobi Ijeoma 9news Nigeria, Nnewi The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) has flagged off national campaign, pledging to deliver at least 50 per cent votes for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election. The Governor of Anambra State, Charles Soludo, and the national...

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PDP Senatorial Candidate, Samben Nwosu Felicitates with Ibeto at 74

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 7:02 pm

By Nwajiobi Ijeoma 9news Nigeria, Nnewi The 2027 People's Democratic Party (PDP) Senatorial Candidate for Anambra South Senatorial District, Prince Samben Nwosu has described Chief Dr. Cletus Madubugwu Ibeto CON as a distinguished Nnewi-born Business Magnate. This was contained in his congratulatory message to the...

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I’m not going anywhere. We’ll be on the 2027 ballot – Atiku vows despite court ruling

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 6:25 pm

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has insisted that he remains in the 2027 presidential race despite Thursday's Federal High Court judgment affecting the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and his emergence a the party's presidential candidate. In a statement issued on Friday, November...

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Tinubu hosts Middle Belt leaders at Presidential Villa

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 1:46 pm

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday received a delegation of Middle Belt leaders at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The delegation, comprising political leaders, and top government officials from the Middle Belt was led by elder statesman and former Defence Minister, General Theophilus Y. Danjuma (rtd),...

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CEO Palms Realty & Investment, Amb. Ikebunwa celebrates Industrialist, Ibeto at 70

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 1:34 pm

By Nwajiobi Ijeoma 9news Nigeria, Nnewi The Chief Executive Officer of Palms Realty and Investment Limited, Amb. Ikebunwa Lotanna on Friday, November 6 celebrated Industrialist and a business mogul, Dr. Cletus Madubugwu Ibeto on his 74th birthday, calling him a proud son of Nnewi. In...

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