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Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has urged the newly formed opposition coalition to stop utilizing Nigerians for personal matters.

Wike made this statement on Thursday during his monthly media conference at his personal residence in Abuja.

According to him, some political figures’ recent coalition, which chose the African Democratic Party (ADC) as their platform, did not appeal to Nigerians.

You say Nigerians are angry when you have an issue with someone, and you form a coalition. Let’s take the problems in Nigeria seriously, please.

I challenge each of them to display their scorecards. What did they do to improve the nation when they were in charge of affairs? He inquired.

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The minister claimed that he couldn’t completely address the issue with regard to the FCT, particularly the teachers’ strike.

He explained that the area councils are the recipients of the teachers’ funds rather than the FCT administration.

According to Rivers-based activist Jake Epelle, Peter Obi must be wary of the opposition coalition that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) supports. &nbsp,

Epelle, who appeared on The Morning Brief on Channels Television, argued that Obi, the 2023 Labour Party candidate, should remember that he had ridden high on the back of the Obidient Movement.

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Late on July 1, 2025, a night fire destroyed stores in a complex along Alakia Isebo Road.

Five out of the 19 stores in the complex were infected by the fire before Oyo State Fire Service employees arrived and extinguished it.

Adesina Olusoji, who was in charge of the rescue effort led by firemen, contacted her on Tuesday at 11:22 pm to coordinate the situation.

The intervention prevented the fire from spreading to unaffected nearby stores and properties.

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The Oyo State Fire Service stated in a situation report that the fire had to be completely contained and that it needed to be salvaged.

Five out of ten (10) shops were affected by the fire, and agents from the Agency were able to save hundreds of thousands of naira-saver properties.

According to the report, an electric surge that ignited nearby combustibles set the shops on fire.

A former Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has resigned from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and is now a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Malami announced his defection in a statement titled “To the Good People of Kebbi and Fellow Nigerians” shared on Wednesday via his official social media handle.

He said his decision followed “wide consultations and deep personal reflection,” stressing that it was not driven by personal ambition or grievance, but by “a deep love for our nation and concern for the hardship our people are facing daily. ”

“Nigeria is bleeding. Insecurity has taken over our homes, especially in the North. Banditry, kidnappings, and terrorism have become part of our lives, while the government prioritises politics over the safety of its citizens,” he said.

Malami also cited the country’s worsening economic conditions as a reason for his departure.

“Prices of basic food items have tripled. The poor can no longer feed their families. Jobs are disappearing. Young people are hopeless,” he lamented.

He further accused the Federal Government of abandoning good governance, alleging that “merit has been replaced with political patronage in critical appointments. ”

“Governance has been abandoned. Appointments, projects, and policies are now guided by political loyalty, not national interest. I cannot remain part of a system that watches in silence as Nigerians suffer and die,” he said.

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On why he chose the ADC, Malami said the party represents “justice, inclusion, competence, and national renewal”.

He expressed optimism that, with the support of Nigerians, the party could help chart a new course for the country.

“I believe that through this coalition, and with the support of Nigerians, we can create a better future for our beloved nation,” he added.

He also assured the people of Kebbi State of his continued commitment to their welfare and political advancement, noting that his move to the ADC would help amplify their voices and better protect their interests.

Following the recent defection of three PDP senators—led by Adamu Aliero—to the APC, Malami is now considered one of the leading opposition figures in Kebbi State.

Earlier on Wednesday, members of a newly formed opposition coalition met at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, where they formally adopted the ADC as their operational platform for the 2027 general elections.

The coalition introduced former Senate President David Mark as interim national chairman and former Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola as interim secretary, following the resignation of Ralph Nwosu.

Present at the meeting were key political figures, including Atiku Abubakar (PDP), Peter Obi (Labour Party), former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, ex-Rivers governor Rotimi Amaechi, Dele Momodu, Senator Ireti Kingibe, and others from the PDP, SDP, and LP.

About eight weekly markets in Yobe East Senatorial District have reportedly been shut down following renewed attacks by suspected Boko Haram insurgents across parts of the region.

Findings by Channels Television revealed that commercial activities were halted last week at Bumsa Market in Gulani Local Government Area, as well as Goniri, Gujba, and Katarko markets in Gujba Local Government Area.

Similarly, trading did not take place at Katarko Thursday Market and Kukareta Tuesday Market in Damaturu LGA, along with the popular Geidam Wednesday Market in Geidam LGA.

However, the Yobe State Government, in a statement issued through the Security Adviser to Governor Mai Mala Buni, Brigadier General Dahiru Abdulsalam (Rtd), said only three markets—Katarko, Kukareta, and Buni Yadi—were affected by the temporary closure.

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“This is to inform the general public that Katarko, Kukareta and Buni Yadi weekly markets have been temporarily closed for operational reasons,” the statement read in part.

“This is to enable some proactive engagements and consolidate the successes recorded in the ongoing counter-insurgency operation in the state.

“This temporary measure became necessary to achieve some set targets to improve the security situation in the affected areas and the state in general. ”

The Security Adviser appealed for public cooperation, assuring that efforts are ongoing to hasten the operation and minimise the discomfort caused by the market closures.