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May 7, 2026

2027: Shettima backs Wadada as Nasarawa’s next governor

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday publicly endorsed Senator Ahmed Aliyu Wadada as the likely successor to Governor Abdullahi Sule ahead of the 2027 governorship race in Nasarawa State.   Shettima made the remark during the opening of the Nasarawa
Security
May 7, 2026

Army warns soldiers against social media use

The Nigerian Army has warned its personnel against the misuse of social media, stressing that soldiers who violate military regulations on online conduct would face disciplinary action.   The warning was issued by the Provost Marshal of the Nigerian Army,
Politics
May 7, 2026

APC waives screening for Tinubu ahead of 2027 primaries

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has waived the screening requirement for President Bola Tinubu ahead of the party’s 2027 presidential primaries, declaring him duly cleared to participate in the exercise.   The decision was reached during the 188th meeting of
Politics
May 7, 2026

Obi’s Departure Won’t Shake ADC, Says Ihedioha

A former Governor of Imo State, Emeka Ihedioha, has declared that the exit of Peter Obi from the African Democratic Congress will not weaken the party or derail the coalition movement being championed by opposition figures ahead of the 2027