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Atiku Abubakar Emerges ADC Presidential Candidate Ahead of 2027 Race
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Atiku Abubakar Emerges ADC Presidential Candidate Ahead of 2027 Race

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has emerged as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) after winning the party’s primary election, a result that is already shaking up Nigeria’s political conversations ahead of 2027. The primary, conducted across thousands of wards nationwide using the Option A4 voting system, saw Atiku defeat former Rivers governor Rotimi Amaechi and businessman Mohammed Hayatu-Deen to secure the party’s ticket. According to official results announced by the party, Atiku polled 1,846,370 votes, while Amaechi received 504,117 votes and Hayatu-Deen secured 177,120 votes.

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Ibrahim Traoré Sparks Reactions After Reports of Salary Cuts for Politicians and Pay Rise for Workers
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May 28, 2026 • 105 views

Ibrahim Traoré Sparks Reactions After Reports of Salary Cuts for Politicians and Pay Rise for Workers

Burkina Faso’s military leader, Ibrahim Traoré, is once again dominating conversations across Africa after reports emerged that his government reduced the salaries of ministers and politicians while increasing workers’ pay. The reports, which have gone viral on social media, claim that Traoré cut politicians’ salaries by 30% and raised workers’ salaries by 50%, a move many online users described as “a message to African leaders.”

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Professor Segun Aina Appointed New JAMB Registrar
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May 22, 2026 • 129 views

Professor Segun Aina Appointed New JAMB Registrar

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Professor Segun Aina as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), bringing a new face and a fresh chapter to one of Nigeria’s most important education institutions. The appointment was announced on 21 May 2026, with Professor Aina set to officially take over from Professor Ishaq Oloyede when his tenure ends on 31 July 2026. At 39 years old, Professor Aina is expected to become the youngest person ever appointed to lead JAMB, a detail that has already sparked conversations within academic and education circles.

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Dangote Refinery Takes Crude Oil from Ghana
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Dangote Refinery Takes Crude Oil from Ghana

Africa’s largest oil refinery, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, has received crude oil from Ghana’s Sankofa oil field, signaling a notable shift in West Africa’s energy trade. The move reflects growing regional cooperation as the refinery sources feedstock from both local and foreign suppliers amid Nigeria’s production challenges. Analysts say the development highlights the interconnected nature of the region’s energy market and aligns with AfCFTA goals to boost intra-African trade and energy self-sufficiency.

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Sickle Cell Breakthrough: Nigeria Gets Bone Marrow Transplant Cure
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Sickle Cell Breakthrough: Nigeria Gets Bone Marrow Transplant Cure

Nigeria has recorded a major healthcare milestone as the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, in partnership with the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria, successfully introduces bone marrow transplant procedures for sickle cell patients within the country. The initiative, which admitted its first patients in August 2024, offers renewed hope for long-term survival and improved quality of life. While prevention through genotype testing remains crucial and treatment costs are still high, this development marks a significant step forward in addressing one of Nigeria’s most prevalent genetic diseases.

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Tinubu Propose 2026 Federal Budget to National Assembly
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Tinubu Propose 2026 Federal Budget to National Assembly

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commenced a series of consultations with members of the National Assembly as part of preparations for the presentation of the 2026 federal budget. The engagement is aimed at aligning executive priorities with legislative expectations, strengthening collaboration, and ensuring that the proposed budget reflects national development goals. These discussions are expected to address key policy directions, fiscal priorities, and sectoral allocations ahead of the formal budget submission to lawmakers.

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Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention: Protecting Children During Malaria Season
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Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention: Protecting Children During Malaria Season

Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) is a preventive strategy used to protect children from malaria during periods of high transmission, especially in regions where malaria is seasonal. It involves giving eligible children antimalarial medicines at monthly intervals throughout the malaria season to reduce the risk of infection. SMC is particularly important for children under five years of age, who are most vulnerable to severe malaria. The intervention has been proven to reduce malaria cases, hospital admissions, and deaths among children. Its success depends on the active participation of parents, caregivers, healthcare workers, and communities. By providing protection during peak malaria periods, SMC plays a vital role in improving child health and reducing the burden of malaria in affected regions.

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SEYI MAKINDE DECLARES INTEREST IN THE 2027 PRESIDENTIAL RACE
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SEYI MAKINDE DECLARES INTEREST IN THE 2027 PRESIDENTIAL RACE

The Oyo governor reportedly announced his ambition while unveiling what he described as the “Reset Nigeria Movement,” a political agenda focused on economic reforms, institutional rebuilding, job creation, infrastructure, healthcare, education, and national unity. According to reports, Makinde declared: “I, Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde, announce my candidacy for the position of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

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