Author: Starnews NG
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APC came, saw, conquered Nigeria – Dino Melaye
Former lawmaker, Dino Melaye, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has “conquered” Nigeria but insisted that its dominance will end in the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Monday, Melaye said Nigerians are now “wiser and more prepared” to defend their votes, stressing that the next polls will…
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JUST IN: You can’t resume Senate now, NASS tells Natasha
The National Assembly has told suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, that she cannot yet resume her legislative duties despite the expiration of her six-month suspension. In a letter dated September 4, 2025, and signed by the Acting Clerk to the National Assembly (Ag. CNA), Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, the Parliament said her suspension, which…
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Ondo Lawyer Petitions Assembly Over Non-Issuance of Appointment Letters to Amotekun Officers
A human rights lawyer, Tope Temokun, has petitioned the Ondo State House of Assembly over the alleged non-issuance of appointment letters to officers of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, since its creation in 2020. Temokun, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, said he acted on behalf of…
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Sowore Slams DSS Over Facebook Ban Request, Says Regime Fears Criticism More Than Insecurity
Human rights activist and pro-democracy campaigner, Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the Department of State Services (DSS) for writing to Facebook (Meta) demanding the removal of one of his posts and a possible deactivation of his account. In a statement posted on Sunday, the former presidential candidate described the DSS as “lawless, too idle and incompetent…
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FULL LIST: 17 Nations Secure 2026 FIFA World Cup Spots
Excitement is building ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as 17 nations have officially booked their places in football’s biggest tournament. With the expanded 48-team format, qualification has intensified across all confederations, and several heavyweights have now sealed early tickets to the global showpiece. The three co-host nations — the United States, Mexico, and…
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Strike: FG Reschedules Meeting with NUPENG
The Federal Government on Monday rescheduled its tripartite conciliation meeting with the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) as tensions rise over the union’s looming nationwide strike. Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammadu Dingyadi, announced that the meeting — originally slated for 3 p.m. — was moved up to 10 a.m. to…
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“No One Will See My Corpse” — Prophet Odumeje Predicts Mysterious Death
Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanaemere, popularly known as Odumeje, has sparked fresh controversy with a shocking prophecy about his own death, claiming that when he dies, his body will never be found. In a viral clip from a recent church service, the Onitsha-based cleric told his congregation that his time on earth is coming to an end.…
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Gunmen Abduct Wife, Daughter of APC Chairman in Kwara
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have abducted the wife and daughter of Alhaji Muhammad Swasun, Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sakpefu community, Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State. The incident occurred on Sunday night when the assailants stormed the community, shooting sporadically to scare residents before whisking away the victims to…
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JUST IN: FCT Resident Doctors Embark on Seven-Day Warning Strike
The Association of Resident Doctors, Federal Capital Territory (ARD-FCTA), has commenced a seven-day warning strike. The decision was announced on Monday in a communiqué signed by the association’s President, Dr. George Ebong, and other members of the executive. According to the communiqué, the doctors decried the deplorable state of the FCT health system, describing it…
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Netizens Divided Over Sowore’s ‘Worst Governor’s’ Comments on Aiyedatiwa
Social media has been set abuzz after activist and Sahara Reporters publisher, Omoyele Sowore, described Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa as “the worst governor.” Sowore’s comment has triggered mixed reactions, with citizens, supporters, and critics of the Governor trading words in various comment sections. Many netizens quickly jumped to Aiyedatiwa’s defense, showering praises on his…
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Oluboyo gasping for breath politically, says Obanla
Ex-commissioner accused of failed bid to drag Tunji-Ojo into APC crisis Maintains Interior Minister respects Aiyedatiwa’s leadership in Ondo A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bode Obanla, has taken a swipe at former Ondo State Commissioner, Alhaji Lasisi Oluboyo, describing him as a “tired politician gasping for breath” following his recent criticism of…
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Sowore’s Lawyers Ask X (Formerly Twitter) to Ignore DSS Takedown Request
Legal representatives of pro-democracy activist and journalist, Omoyele Sowore, have petitioned X (formerly Twitter), urging the social media company to disregard a request by Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS) to take down one of Sowore’s posts critical of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a letter dated September 7, 2025, and addressed to the Head…