Trending Stories In Nigeria Today

Nigeria is witnessing major developments, from political revelations to tragic accusations and fresh security concerns.

Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has openly declared that he wanted Governor Siminalayi Fubara removed from office, backing the President’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State.

In Ondo, police have dismissed claims linking First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s convoy to the death of a young girl in Akure, labelling the reports false.

Meanwhile, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio and others of inciting violence after her family home was attacked by gunmen.

Hence, OSUN DEFENDER presents the top trending stories in Nigeria today. Kindly read and enjoy:

1. I Wanted Fubara Removed As Governor – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has disclosed that he wanted the removal of Siminalayi Fubara as Governor of Rivers State.

This was as he backed President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the oil-rich state

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2. First Lady’s Convoy Not Involved In Ondo Child’s Death – Police

The Ondo State Police Command has debunked claims that a vehicle in First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s convoy was responsible for the death of a young girl in Akure on Thursday.

According to the police, the report by online reporters linking the convoy to the incident was false and misleading.

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3. Akpoti-Uduaghan Reacts To Gunmen Attack, Accuses Akpabio, Bello Of Incitement

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central in the 10th Assembly, has called on the Nigerian police to hold Senate President Godswill Akpabio, former Governor Yahaya Bello, and Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo accountable if any harm befalls her.

This plea follows an attack on her family house in Obeiba-Ihima, Kogi State, on Tuesday night.

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4. 2027: PDP Not Ready For Election, Can’t Defeat APC – Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Friday, said the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) does not have a formidable structure to defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.

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5. Buhari’s Nepotism Was Worse Than Tinubu’s – Shehu Sani

Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has responded to accusations of nepotism against President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that the level of nepotism under former President Muhammadu Buhari’s government was even worse.

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6. Two Years On: Nigerians Rate Tinubu’s Government Poorly, Say President Deserves No Score

As President Bola Tinubu marks his second year in office, a viral online poll conducted by popular influencer Tunde Ednut has revealed a staggering wave of dissatisfaction among Nigerians.

According to the poll, 86% of respondents rated the administration a dismal 10%, while only 6% gave it 30%. A mere 5% scored it 90%, and 3% rated the administration at an average 50%.

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7. Real Reason For My Stance Against Atiku’s Candidacy In 2023 –Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has disclosed the reason he vehemently opposed Atiku Abubakar’s presidential ambition in 2023.

Contrary to the claim that his anti-Atiku stance ahead of the 2023 election was because the former Vice President didn’t pick him as his running mate, Wike said his decision to oppose Atiku was solely based on principle.

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8. Soldiers, Scores Of Civilians Killed In Fresh Boko Haram Attack In Borno

Suspected Boko Haram terrorists have attacked the newly resettled Yamtake community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, killing two soldiers and an undisclosed number of civilians.

Security and local sources confirmed the attack, saying the assailants invaded the communities around 11:15 pm on Thursday.

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9. Sharia Panels Will Cause War In South-West – Gani Adams

A Yoruba self-determination group, Yoruba One Voice, led by the Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has voiced its opinion against the call for the introduction of Sharia law in parts of the South-West.

The group warned that such a move could destabilise the region and threaten Nigeria’s already fragile pluralism.

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10. Taye Currency Laments Loss Of N10m To Alleged Ponzi Scheme CBEX

Fuji singer Taye Adebisi, popularly known as Taye Currency, has revealed how he lost N10 million to a suspected Ponzi scheme operated by Crypto Bridge Exchange (CBEX).

In a viral video making the rounds on social media, Currency narrated the ordeal during a live performance, saying he was lured into the scheme by four of his close associates — Sodiq, Small London, Lateef, and one othe

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