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Nyesom Wike Declines to Serve as Director‑General of Bola Tinubu’s 2027 Campaign
The Federal Capital Territory Minister rejected the high‑profile role, citing party affiliation, electoral risk and past campaign experience as key reasons.
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2027: ‘No better day for revolution than election day’ – Aisha Yesufu
Reported by Daily Post Nigeria and Tribune Online. First detected August 24, 2026 at 12:20 UTC.
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Zambia courts sealed off as election petition deadline looms
Reported by The Kyiv Independent and Legit.ng. First detected August 24, 2026 at 10:36 UTC.
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New Zealand proposes under-16 social media ban ahead of election
Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and PerthNow. First detected August 24, 2026 at 06:46 UTC.
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Sergio Gor claims India did not want questions in Modi‑Trump meeting
US ambassador says India sought to limit inquiries during the bilateral talks
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Zelensky warns wartime elections would be a 'tsunami' that would destroy Ukraine, citing risk of national division
The Ukrainian president today declared that holding elections during the ongoing conflict would act as a powerful wave, breaking the country apart.
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Infantino Attends Caribbean Youth Tournament Despite FIFA Vice President's Request
FIFA president Gianni Infantino appeared at a Caribbean youth football event on August 22, 2026, ignoring a directive from vice president Victor Montagliani to stay away amid mounting pressure over his failed plan to sell future World Cup profits to private investors.
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U.S. Judge Blocks Trump Visa Ban on Nigeria and 74 Other Countries
Judge Jeannette Vargas declares policy exceeded Secretary of State’s statutory authority
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Tinubu Constitutes APC Presidential Campaign Council, Names Abdulaziz Yari as Director‑General
President Bola Tinubu has set up the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council for the 2027 election, appointing former Zamfara governor Senator Abdulaziz Yari as its Director‑General.
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National Teachers Awards 2026: President Murmu To Honour 48 Outstanding School Teachers On September 5
Reported by Free Press Journal and India Today | Latest Stories. First detected August 22, 2026 at 02:56 UTC.
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Iran president says time to end war while in position of strength
Reported by Middle East Eye and South China Morning Post. First detected August 21, 2026 at 18:14 UTC.
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Tunisia opposition protests against president amid economic discontent
Reported by Daily Maverick and france24.com. First detected August 21, 2026 at 02:54 UTC.