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The National Council of State on Thursday endorsed the exercise of presidential prerogative of mercy by President Bola Tinubu, granting clemency to 175 inmates across the country. The Presidency said the gesture is aimed at decongesting correctional facilities and promoting restorative justice. The move, which came during the Council’s meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, reflects the administration’s commitment to tempering justice with mercy, while ensuring that deserving inmates are given a second chance to reintegrate into society. Briefing State House correspondents after the meeting, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State explained that the Council considered a report from the…

As political permutations ahead of the 2026 Osun State governorship election begin to take shape, calls are growing louder within the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the adoption of a consensus candidate, with many pointing to Benedict Olugboyega Alabi (BOA), the immediate past Deputy Governor, as the most unifying and strategic choice. The push for Alabi’s candidacy comes in the wake of a major political development: the decision by former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola to withdraw from the 2026 race. APC insiders say the move, though unexpected, has created a pivotal opportunity for the party to unite early behind a candidate…

Super Eagles and Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen joined Serie A side Napoli for €70m from LOSC Lille in 2020, Soccernet.ng reports. The 26-year-old was a part of the Napoli team that won the Scudetto for the first time in 33 years. He was also the league’s highest goal scorer in the 2022/2023 season. In four years at the club, the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup winner scored 76 goals and provided 18 assists in 133 games before joining Galatasaray permanently this summer. However, an investigation into the striker’s move from LOSC Lille has begun after WhatsApp chats between various figures…

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other relevant authorities to begin verifying the academic and professional credentials of all political candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections. Obi said the credibility of Nigeria’s democracy depends on truth, transparency, and integrity in the leadership selection process “As we approach the 2027 general elections, INEC and all relevant agencies must take decisive steps to verify and authenticate all academic and professional certificates of every candidate—from the President down to local government councillors,” Obi said in a tweet on Thursday. “We cannot…

Three-time African champions, Nigeria’s Super Eagles are on the verge of missing back-to-back World Cup tournaments for the first time since the team’s debut in 1994 Former Everton captain Joseph Yobo says he feels ‘horrible’ watching Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup hopes hang by a thread, but believes a miracle could still happen if the players rise to the occasion, Soccernet.ng reports.  Nigeria, who missed out on the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, are again in danger of failing to qualify for the next edition, jointly hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico. The Super Eagles are three points behind Benin…

The Kogi State Internal Revenue Service (KGIRS) has announced a 15 percent discount for property owners who promptly pay their Land Use Charge (LUC) after receiving demand notices. Executive Chairman of KGIRS, Alhaji Sule Salihu Enehe, disclosed this in Lokoja while addressing journalists on the significance of the Land Use Charge and the benefits of early payment. Enehe explained that the Land Use Charge was introduced to streamline the state’s tax system, eliminate multiple taxation, and enhance efficiency in revenue administration. According to him, property owners who pay their charges within five days of receiving the demand notice will enjoy…

A hybrid meeting of the National Council of State (NCS) is currently underway at the State House, Abuja, the second such gathering since President Bola Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023. The closed-door meeting is taking place at the Council Chambers with Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar and other members participating virtually, is chaired by President Tinubu, with Vice President Kashim Shettima serving as Vice Chairman. The maiden session of the Council under Tinubu was held on August 12, 2024. The NCS is a constitutional advisory body that counsels the President on key policy matters. Its membership includes all former Presidents…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Northern Support Group, a coalition of loyalists and affiliate organisations within the opposition party, has endorsed former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election. The endorsement was among the key resolutions adopted at the group’s 8th meeting held in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, between Wednesday and Thursday, October 8–9, 2025. The meeting drew participants from all 19 northern states to deliberate on the party’s state and strategies to strengthen it ahead of the 2027 polls. In a communiqué signed by the Northern Coordinator, Hon. Yusuf Abubakar, and the North-West Zonal Secretary, Hon. Adamu…

A place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup is at stake in CAF Qualification Group C, with the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Benin and South Africa gunning for one spot, Soccernet.ng reports. In a bid to progress, Eric Chelle’s side have to defeat the Crocodiles of Lesotho and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic, while hoping that South Africa can somehow drop points in their remaining games. The stage is set for a clash tomorrow at the Peter Makoba Stadium, Polokwane, Pietersburg, South Africa, with kick-off time set for 17:00 local time. Cyriel Dessers, Tolu Arokodare and Bruno Onyemaechi of Nigeria…

The Presidency on Thursday described former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s call for the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Nnamdi Kanu as “political desperation” and “a disgraceful agenda” unbecoming of a statesman. It accused Atiku of siding with an “anarchist” for political gain and undermining the country’s judicial process. Atiku had earlier taken to social media to condemn Kanu’s continued detention, describing it as “an open sore on our nation’s conscience and a stain on our belief in the rule of law.” “Defying court orders that granted him bail is an abuse of power and an assault…