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“Stop Being Fraudulent,” Wike Blasts Makinde, Turaki, Others

Daily Dispatch May 6, 2026

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on factions within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), being led by the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, Taminu Turaki and others, accusing them of fraud and deliberate disregard for court

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Ogidi Killing: Every Life Must Be Protected – Akpabio

Daily Dispatch May 6, 2026

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has called for justice and stronger national accountability following the alleged extra-judicial killing of 28-year-old Mene Ogidi. Speaking before the commencement of plenary on Tuesday, Akpabio described the incident as one that “strikes at the moral fabric of our nation,” urging both lawmakers and security agencies to treat the

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IGP Disu orders weapons audit across commands

Daily Dispatch May 5, 2026

….. Condemns Recent Extra-judicial Killing In Delta State The Inspector General of Police, IGP Olatunj Rilwan Disu on Tuesday ordered commissioners of Police in the Commands to conduct an immediate nationwide audit of arms and ammunition in custody IGP Disu gave the directive while speaking during a strategic meeting with senior officers from the rank […]

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NASS Ad Hoc Committee To Visit South Africa Over Xenophobia

Daily Dispatch May 5, 2026

The Senate has resolved to constitute a joint ad hoc committee of the Senate and the House of Representatives to address the rising cases of xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. The committee, to be led by the Chairman of the National Assembly, will undertake a fact-finding and diplomatic visit to South Africa aimed […]

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Wike Urges EU Countries To Partner With FCT On Investments, Cultural Exchange, Others

Daily Dispatch May 5, 2026

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on European Union (EU) countries to deepen investment ties, strengthen cultural exchanges, and partner with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) in areas of mutual interest to build a prosperous Abuja and Nigeria. Wike, while addressing EU Heads of Mission during a meeting at […]

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APC Backs Tegbe for Power Reforms, Cites Proven Expertise, Strategic Leadership

Daily Dispatch May 5, 2026

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has hailed the nomination of Chief Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Nigeria’s Minister of Power, describing it as a timely move amid the country’s persistent electricity challenges. In a statement issued in Ibadan, the party’s state leadership said Tegbe’s selection reflects both merit and the urgent need for […]