2027: Makinde Picks Ex-DSS DG Daura As Running Mate, Rallies Opposition

The presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement and Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday announced former Director-General of the Department of State Services, Lawal Daura, as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election.
2027 WWC Playoffs: ‘Unacceptable’ – Amao Slams Super Falcons’ Loss To Banyana

Former Shooting Stars coach Fatai Amao has slammed the Super Falcons’ 2-1 loss to South Africa in the 2027 Women’s World Cup playoffs.
Osun Election: We Will Use Fadahunsi As Example – Amnesty International

Amnesty International Nigeria has vowed to make the senator representing the Osun East Senatorial District, Francis Fadahunsi, an example in its campaign against politicians accused of promoting electoral violence ahead of the Osun State governorship election.
Indian PM Modi Invites Tinubu To BRICS Summit In New Delhi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invited President Bola Tinubu to the BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi scheduled for September 12 to 13.
Refineries Will Work Again – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured petroleum workers that Nigeria’s refineries, which have remained largely inactive for several years, will resume operations.
Shift From Remittances To Investment, FG Urges Nigerians In Diaspora

The Federal Government has called on Nigerians in the diaspora to move beyond remittances and channel their resources, expertise and global connections into structured investments that can drive Nigeria’s economic transformation.
Don’t Complain, Prepare To Replace Those Failing You, Atiku Tells Youths

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has urged Nigerian youths to move beyond complaining about poor governance and prepare themselves to take over leadership positions ahead of the 2027 general elections.
2026 Budget: Fubara Denies Rift With Assembly

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed reports of a disagreement between the state executive and the Rivers State House of Assembly over the 2026 Appropriation Bill, describing the reports as unfounded and insisting that his administration is working closely with the lawmakers.
Nigeria Fails Fiscal Transparency Test For 2nd Year — US Report

Nigeria has failed the minimum fiscal transparency requirements for the second conse cutive year, with the U.S Department of State saying the country made no significant progress in improving its financial management and opening up its public finances in 2025.
PSG Beat Aston Villa to Win UEFA Super Cup

Malawi has made it to the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Algeria 3-1 on Wednesday in Rabat.