Category: Politics
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Coalition Backs Ali Modu Sheriff, Dismisses Calls for His Removal from Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign
The Northeast Coalition for Truth, Justice and Responsible Leadership has defended former Borno State Governor Ali Modu Sheriff, dismissing calls for his exclusion from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign as politically motivated attacks.
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Zulum appoints ex-APC spokesman Zarami, 3 others as Special Advisers
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has appointed former APC State Publicity Secretary Makinta Zarami and three others as Special Advisers to bolster his administration’s post-insurgency recovery drive.
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2027: Why Tinubu retained Shettima as running mate – University don
A University of Maiduguri don, Professor Shehu Liberty, has lauded President Tinubu’s decision to retain Vice President Shettima for the 2027 polls, citing the need for political continuity and competence in governance.
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Renewed Love for VP Shettima Takes Center Stage as FG Flags Off Borno’s Multi-Billion Naira Roads
By leveraging his position to secure major infrastructure investments, including the landmark N136 billion highway projects, Vice President Kashim Shettima has silenced critics and solidified his political influence in Borno State. Abdulkareem Haruna examines how these strategic developments are transforming the local narrative and reviving hopes for transnational trade in the Lake Chad region
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Zulum Pledges Secure, Prosperous Borno for Successor, Reveals Relationship with APC Flagbearer,Gubio
Governor Babagana Zulum has promised to bequeath a more secure and economically stable state to his successor, throwing his weight behind the APC governorship candidate, Engr. Mustapha Gubio, for the 2027 polls
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Civil Society Network Blasts FG Over ‘Selective Response’ to Mass Abductions, Demands Immediate Rescue
The North East Civil Society Network has issued a stinging condemnation of the Federal Government, alleging a dangerous pattern of regional bias in the handling of mass abductions across Nigeria. With hundreds still missing in Borno State, the group demands immediate equity in rescue operations and an end to the “selective sympathy” currently displayed by…
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Governor Buni Showcases Legacy Projects in 7th-Year Anniversary Celebration
Governor Mai Mala Buni marks seven years of leadership in Yobe State, transitioning from post-insurgency recovery to a blueprint of structured development, data-backed interventions, and massive infrastructure investment across the state’s 17 local government areas
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2027: Sultan Urges Nigerians to pray for ‘God-fearing’ leaders
As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 general elections, the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has urged citizens to intensify prayers for the emergence of God-fearing, competent leaders capable of addressing the nation’s deepening economic and security crises.
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APC Primaries: Tinubu Sweeps Borno as Challenger Gets Zero Votes
APC presidential aspirant, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has recorded a landslide victory in Borno State, polling 444,111 votes across all 27 local government areas. Results certified by Governor Babagana Zulum showed Tinubu’s challenger, Mr. Osifo Stanley, failed to secure a single vote in the state.
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Borno APC Reps Primaries: Winners Emerge in 9 Constituencies, Askira-Uba/Hawul Declared Inconclusive
The APC National Assembly Primary Election Committee for Borno State has declared results for nine out of ten federal constituencies, returning heavyweights via consensus and direct polling while holding back the Askira-Uba/Hawul ticket over an official petition.
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