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 A former chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Sheikh Abdullahi Saleh Pakistan, has warned that denying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu a second term in office could trigger a political crisis, arguing that Nigeria must maintain fairness in its power rotation between the North and South. Pakistan reportedly made the remarks while addressing youth groups at his residence in Kano on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, amid growing political discussions ahead of the 2027 presidential election. According to reports by Nigerian media outlets, the former NAHCON chairman argued that Tinubu should be allowed to complete two terms in office, just as former President Muhammadu Buhari served two terms between 2015 and 2023. 'Nobody Will Allow a Northerner Two Terms Again' Pakistan reportedly criticised what he described as regional politics, warning that rejecting a presidential candidate because of their geographical origin could create problems for Nigeria in the future. He ...

  A legal dispute involving Jordan Wike, son of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, has attracted attention following claims by a businessman’s lawyer concerning an alleged $2.1 million payment connected to a proposed Abuja property development. According to a report published by Sahara Reporters on October 20, 2026, Ibrahim Waru, a lawyer representing a businessman involved in the dispute, alleged that Jordan acknowledged receiving the money for a proposed real estate transaction. However, the matter remains before the court, and the allegations have not been established as facts. What Is the $2.1 Million Property Dispute About? The dispute reportedly involves businessman Safwan Garba GY and his company, GY Global Oil and Gas Nigeria Limited. The claimants allege that they paid $2.1 million towards a proposed property development involving land in the Guzape and Katampe areas of Abuja. According to the Sahara Reporters account, the businessman's lawyer said Jorda...

  Abuja, Nigeria — The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has reportedly urged Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members in Abuja to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election bid ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to media reports published on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Wike made the appeal while addressing political stakeholders in Abuja, where he reportedly promised to provide logistics for campaign activities. The development has attracted political attention as parties and political stakeholders continue to position themselves ahead of the next general elections. Wike Calls on PDP Members to Support Tinubu Wike, a prominent PDP figure who has maintained a political relationship with the Tinubu-led administration, has reportedly encouraged PDP members in the FCT to work towards Tinubu's re-election. The minister's reported appeal highlights the political divisions and alliances emerging within the opposition party as preparat...

  A viral social media post has reignited debate over the Federal Government’s response to deadly incidents, kidnappings and natural disasters in Kaduna State, questioning whether President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has done enough to address the suffering of affected communities. The post, which carries the emotional headline “Kaduna: We Mourned Alone,” lists several incidents between December 2023 and September 2025. It criticises the president for allegedly failing to visit affected communities and questions the appropriateness of holding political campaign activities in the state. However, while several incidents mentioned in the post are documented, some casualty figures and descriptions require clarification. Tudun Biri Airstrike: December 2023 One of the most tragic incidents referenced in the viral message was the military drone strike in Tudun Biri, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, on December 3, 2023. The strike mistakenly hit civilians gathered for a...

  A Nigerian pastor has reportedly urged members of his congregation to block and unfollow social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), on Facebook if they want to maintain their relationship with God. The claim has attracted attention on social media, with discussions emerging over the pastor's reported comments about the controversial activist and his influence on the public. Pastor Reportedly Describes VDM as an “Antichrist” According to a report published by NewsFlash NGR, the pastor allegedly described VeryDarkMan as an “antichrist” and encouraged church members to stop following him on Facebook. The report also claimed that the pastor suggested that some people were finding it difficult to attend church because of statements attributed to the activist. However, the pastor's identity and the full context of the remarks have not been independently established. Who Is VeryDarkMan? VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, is a...

  Nigerian Afrobeats star Wande Coal has reportedly embraced Islam as he celebrates his 41st birthday, sparking reactions across social media. The development has attracted attention among fans following reports that the singer, whose real name is Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, has converted to Islam. According to Nigerian entertainment media reports, the news gained traction after videos from his birthday celebration circulated online. Bizzle Osikoya Reportedly Confirms the News Music executive Bizzle Osikoya was reportedly among those who reacted to the development. According to reports, he confirmed the singer's reversion to Islam in response to a social media user's question. The reports have since generated discussions among fans, with many sharing congratulatory messages and prayers for the singer. However, Wande Coal has not personally issued a public statement confirming the reported religious conversion. Readers should therefore treat the development as a media-reported...