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Athena Centre Launches 2026 Junior Fellowship to Groom Next Generation of Policy Leaders

Daily Dispatch April 27, 2026

The Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership has officially announced the commencement of its 2026 Athena-Anchoria Junior Fellowship Programme, marking a significant step in efforts to nurture young leaders in governance and public policy across Nigeria. The programme, which began on April 25,

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Over 1,400 Africans Drawn Into Russia-Ukraine War, Hundreds Killed — Investigation Raises Alarm Across Continent

Daily Dispatch April 27, 2026

A disturbing new investigation has uncovered that more than 1,400 African youths have been recruited to fight on the side of Russia in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine War, with over 300 reportedly killed — sparking outrage, concern, and renewed scrutiny of foreign engagement programmes targeting young Africans. The report, released by INPACT, alleges that at least […]

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Tinubu Weighs Automatic Senate Tickets for Loyal Lawmakers Ahead of 2027 — Kebbi Governor

Daily Dispatch April 27, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is considering backing automatic Senate tickets for select lawmakers in the 2027 elections, in what is being framed as a move to preserve stability within the National Assembly. This was disclosed by Nasir Idris, who spoke to political stakeholders in Kebbi State, stating that the president is “favourably disposed” to rewarding […]

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Abuja Residents Repel Terrorists Armed With Guns, Machetes

Daily Dispatch April 27, 2026

Residents of Jikwoyi and Kugbo areas in Abuja successfully repelled a group of suspected terrorists who invaded their neighbourhood armed with guns and machetes on Sunday evening. According to eyewitness accounts, the attackers stormed the residential streets, causing panic among locals. However, in a swift and collective response, residents mobilised themselves,

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Group Alleges Governor Makinde Wasted Another N2bn On Ibadan Political Summit, Calls For EFCC, ICPC Investigation

Daily Dispatch April 26, 2026

A group, the Save Oyo Movement (SOM) has accused the State Governor, Seyi Makinde, of wasting another N2 billion on the Political Summit held in Ibadan yesterday. The group alleged that Governor Makinde has lavished over N10 billion from the N30 billion received from the Federal Government for victims of the January 2024, Ibadan explosion, […]

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PMADIF Congratulates Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies on Appointment as NACLFON National Matron

Daily Dispatch April 26, 2026

The Prof Mercy Ade-Davies International Foundation (PMADIF) has congratulated Funmilayo Adesanya-Davies, a former presidential candidate, on her appointment as National Matron of the APC Christian Leaders Forum of Nigeria (NACLFON) and its Diaspora chapter. In a press release issued in Abuja, PMADIF described the appointment as a recognition of Adesanya-Davies’