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Atiku Declares 2027 Presidential Bid as Final Attempt, Cites Experience Over Age Concerns

Daily Dispatch April 15, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced that the 2027 presidential election will be his final attempt to lead Nigeria, drawing mixed reactions from political observers and citizens. Speaking during an interview on Prime Time on Arise Television on Wednesday, Atiku said, “The 2027

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Tinubu: New Tax Reforms to End Poverty Legacy, Drive Prosperity as NRS Headquarters Opens

Daily Dispatch April 14, 2026

President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria’s old, colonial-era tax laws contributed to widespread poverty, assuring that the newly implemented tax reforms will unlock opportunities, boost investment, and promote inclusive economic growth. Speaking on Tuesday in Abuja at the commissioning of the 16-storey Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) Headquarters, Tinubu said the

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Chibok: Parents Demand Renewed Global Action 12 Years After Schoolgirls’ Abduction

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

Twelve years after the abduction of 276 schoolgirls from Chibok in northeast Nigeria, parents of the victims have called for renewed global efforts to secure the return of those still missing. In an open letter issued over the weekend, the parents—represented by Yana Galang and Zanna Lawan—appealed to the Government of Nigeria, the United Nations, […]

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FG Publishes List of 48 Individuals, Groups Linked to Terrorism Financing

Daily Dispatch April 11, 2026

The Federal Government has released a list of 48 individuals and organisations allegedly linked to terrorism financing in Nigeria. The list, made public on Saturday by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NIGSAC), is part of ongoing efforts to curb the flow of funds to terrorist networks and strengthen national security. According to authorities, the individuals and […]

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Shettima: Presidency Not for Intimidation, Says South-East Has Better Candidates Than Obi

Daily Dispatch April 9, 2026

Vice President Kashim Shettima has stated that Nigeria’s presidency cannot be attained through coercion or intimidation, stressing that leadership in a diverse nation requires inclusivity, consensus, and broad national appeal. Speaking on the country’s political climate, Shettima warned against attempts to forcefully secure power, noting that Nigeria’s multi-ethnic and

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Why Tinubu Met Plateau Attack Victims at Jos Airport — Presidency Explains

Daily Dispatch April 3, 2026

The Presidency has explained the circumstances that led Bola Ahmed Tinubu to meet victims of the recent Plateau attacks at the Jos airport rather than visiting affected communities directly. In a State House press release issued by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the decision was attributed to logistical and security constraints surrounding the President’s visit to