Here are the top ten stories from across the country
1. Jonathan, Obi meet privately amid push for unified opposition candidate in 2027
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi on Monday held a private meeting, fueling ongoing political consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections.Read more
2. APC updates 2027 election timetable, announces payment details for nomination forms
The All Progressives Congress has unveiled a revised timetable and updated schedule of activities for the 2027 general elections, introducing adjustments to its internal processes, including screening, primaries, and appeals, while also disclosing official bank accounts for the purchase of Expression of Interest and Nomination forms.Read more
3.“System Is catching up with you,” Sowore taunts Malami in courtroom exchange
Human rights activist and publisher, Omoyele Sowore, on Monday openly mocked former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, during a court appearance at the Federal High Court in Abuja, delivering sharp remarks about his past role in government and the state of Nigeria’s justice system.Read more
4. NNPP faction distances self from opposition coalition meeting
A faction of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) led by Dr. Agbo Major has distanced itself from the resolutions reached at opposition political parties summit held in Ibadan, Oyo State last Saturday.Read more
5. Judge stops journalists from covering suspected coup plotters’ trial
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday barred journalists from covering the trial of six suspected coup plotters.Read more
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6. Nigerian govt disowns claim on introduction of new vehicle tax
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed as misleading an infographic claiming the Federal Government had imposed a new vehicle tax effective July 1.Read more
7. NGX: Equities market halts bullish run as investors lose N1.3tr
Investors in the Nigerian equities market lost N1.3 trillion at the close of trading on Monday to halt 17 consecutive days of profit-making.Read more
8. UACN, Union Dicon, NASCON, others lead stocks to watch this week
Investors in the Nigerian capital market gained N5.5 trillion at the close of trading last week.Read more
9. BBNaija’s Phyna pushes back criticism of decision to remain childless
Reality TV star, Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, aka Phyna,.has pushed against criticism of her decision not to have children.Read more
10. Man Utd beat Brentford to edge closer to Champions League return
Manchester United secured a 2-1 victory over Brentford in an entertaining Premier League encounter at Old Trafford on Monday night.