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The Showdown Of The Year: Former NNPCL Boss Challenges Senate Authority After Shocking Warrant Issued.

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Former NNPCL Group Chief Executive Officer, Mele Kyari, has expressed “deep shock” regarding the Senate Committee on Public Accounts’ decision to issue an arrest warrant against him. Kyari, who is currently abroad for medical treatment, maintained that he has no intention of evading legislative scrutiny. He clarified that he had previously informed the committee of his health status and inability to attend physically in a letter dated May 11, 2026. Furthermore, Kyari denied receiving any recent summons, stating that had he been properly notified, he would have gladly cooperated. He has requested that the committee direct future inquiries to his legal counsel and reaffirmed his commitment to appearing before the lawmakers once his medical treatment concludes. Additionally, Kyari defended his tenure, asserting that he successfully transformed the NNPCL into a profitable entity and that all transactions remain fully documented and available for audit....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Mele Kyari, the former boss of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), is hitting back at the Senate after a warrant was issued for his arrest. Responding to the Senate Committee on Public Accounts—which is probing financial matters involving over ₦210 trillion—Kyari called the move “deeply shocking.” From abroad, where he is undergoing medical care, Kyari insists he isn’t running from the law. He claims he never received a fresh invitation from the panel and had already notified them of his medical situation back in May. Describing his leadership as a period of significant reform that turned the NNPCL into a profitable organization, Kyari emphasized that all his records are transparent and ready for scrutiny. He has asked the committee to work with his lawyers in the interim and promised to face the lawmakers as soon as his health permits.

  • Arrest Warrant Reaction: Former NNPCL GCEO Mele Kyari expressed surprise at the Senate’s arrest warrant, asserting he has always been willing to cooperate with the Public Accounts Committee’s investigation into alleged financial irregularities.

  • Medical Absence: Kyari explained he is currently out of the country for critical medical treatment and had previously notified the committee of this status on May 11, 2026.

  • Denial of Evasion: He denied receiving any recent summons, stating that if he had been properly notified, he would have appeared before the committee.

  • Commitment to Transparency: Kyari maintained that his tenure transformed the company into a profitable business and insisted that all financial records are well-documented and available for verification.

  • Next Steps: He has requested that the committee channel further questions through his legal counsel and pledged to appear in person once his medical treatment is complete.

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Projects Will Stop’ – Uzodinma Issues Warning To Igbos Over Tinubu’s Re-Election.

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Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has urged voters across the South-East to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in the 2027 general election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Uzodinma warned that ongoing development projects in the region could be discontinued if Tinubu fails to secure a second term in office.

He made the appeal on Monday at the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally held in Abakaliki, the Ebonyi State capital.

The governor encouraged residents of the South-East to participate actively in the forthcoming election by obtaining their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and voting for Tinubu.

He stressed that their participation would play a significant role in determining the country’s political direction.

Uzodinma also referenced an address delivered by Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, during the rally, in which he presented a charter of needs outlining the expectations of the South-East and Nigerians generally.

According to the Imo governor, the demands and expectations highlighted by Nwifuru should guide the people’s decisions as they prepare for the 2027 presidential election.

He said, “I saw the governor of Ebonyi State in his address. He read what is called the Charter of Needs for the people, for South-East people, and indeed for Nigeria.

“Our responsibility will start from now to go and look for our PVC. That is the weapon, because if President Tinubu is not re-elected, all these ongoing projects will stop. So we have to sharpen our weapon, and our weapon is our voter card.”

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Flight Delays Disrupt Super Eagles’ Preparations For Crucial AFCON Qualifier.

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The Super Eagles of Nigeria and Tanzania have encountered disruptions in their preparations for Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier in Uyo following reported changes to their flight schedules.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle arrived in Uyo in the early hours of Monday and was later joined by one of his assistants, Daniel Ogunmodede. However, the team was yet to commence full training as the invited players had not arrived at the camp.

Sources in Uyo told Punch that no Super Eagles player had arrived at the Victor Attah International Airport as of Monday evening, despite team officials waiting at the airport throughout the day.

One of the sources said: “We were at the airport from morning until evening on Monday, and none of the players arrived. When the last flight of the day landed, we checked the manifest, but no player was on board.”

Tanzania also experienced a delay in its travel arrangements. The Taifa Stars, who were initially expected to arrive in Uyo on Monday, were rescheduled to land on Tuesday following changes to their flight schedule.

The East African side have endured a difficult start to their Group L campaign, suffering a 2-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau before settling for a 1-1 draw against Madagascar.

However, Tanzania have already secured automatic qualification for the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda. This leaves only one available qualification spot in Group L.

Guinea-Bissau currently top the group, while Nigeria sit in second position with three points from two matches.

The Super Eagles began their campaign with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in Uyo but suffered a disappointing 3-0 loss to Guinea-Bissau in Bissau.

Chelle will be hoping to assemble his squad as quickly as possible ahead of the double-header, with Nigeria needing maximum points to improve their chances of securing the group’s remaining qualification ticket.

The coach announced a 24-man squad on Saturday but will be without striker Victor Osimhen, who has been ruled out of the encounter due to injury. The Galatasaray forward also missed Nigeria’s previous two qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau in September.

Other players invited include goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali and Arthur Okonkwo; defenders Olaoluwa Aina and Benjamin Frederick; midfielders Tochukwu Nnadi and Samson Tijani; and forwards Moses Usor and Taiwo Awoniyi.

Turkey-based defender Chibuike Nwaiwu and Czechia-based wing-back Abdullahi Bewene are also part of the squad.

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You Couldn’t Stop Obasanjo’ – Okonkwo Tells APC As He Defends Atiku’s 2027 Bid.

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The campaign spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, Kenneth Okonkwo, has expressed confidence that his principal will appear on the ballot in the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Okonkwo accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of making efforts to prevent Atiku from contesting the election, insisting that the party’s alleged attempts would ultimately fail.

He drew a comparison with the 2007 presidential election, when former President Olusegun Obasanjo reportedly made efforts to stop Atiku, who was then his vice president, from contesting the presidency.

Naija News reports that the actor-turned-politician maintained that the APC would suffer the same outcome as Obasanjo, who failed to prevent Atiku from participating in the 2007 election.

Okonkwo also predicted that Atiku would emerge as Nigeria’s next president.

In a post shared on X, he said the APC’s alleged attempts to frustrate Atiku’s ambition had strengthened his belief in the ADC candidate’s chances.

He wrote:

“The more the incompetent and corrupt APC tackles ADC, and the more they try to block Atiku Abubakar from contesting for the post of President in 2027, the more I am convinced that Atiku Abubakar is the next President of Nigeria because you do not cast a stone at a tree that is not bearing any fruit.

“APC should learn from history, and understand that Atiku is unstoppable. President Olusegun Obasanjo did everything possible, with all the powers of the security apparatus, to stop Atiku, his Vice President, from contesting the 2007 presidential election, but failed.

“Atiku succeeded through the rule of law by ventilating his agitation through the courts. This time around in 2027, Atiku will win again because God and the people of Nigeria are on his side.

“Let me reiterate, Atiku and ADC will be on the ballot in 2027 and will win the 2027 presidential election for the security and welfare of Nigerians.

 

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