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Nigerian News Updates Today: Tinubu’s Early Return, Plateau Attack, and Other Key Stories

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Nigeria continues to make headlines both at home and abroad, as recent events highlight the nation’s ongoing challenges and developments. From the corridors of power in Abuja to the rural communities in Plateau State , today’s news paints a picture of political maneuvering, security crises, and socio-economic issues that directly affect the daily lives of citizens. Below is a roundup and analysis of the most significant events shaping Nigeria today, September 15, 2025. President Tinubu Ends Vacation Early, Set to Return Tuesday President Bola Ahmed Tinubu , who had embarked on a working vacation in Europe earlier this month, has decided to cut his trip short and return to Abuja on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The President left Nigeria on September 4, splitting his time between France and the United Kingdom. His time in Paris included a private luncheon with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace. According to reports, their discussions centered on strengthening b...
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Nobody Can Threaten Me Over My Preferred Candidate – Obasanjo Says Of His Support For Peter Obi

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Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has said nobody can threaten him over his choice of a presidential candidate.

He said this at Ohanaeze Ndigbo National Secretariat in Enugu, Enugu State,when he  and leader of the apex Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, signed a condolence register opened for First Republic Minister of Aviation, Chief Mbazulike Amaechi. 

Obasanjo, who has been publicly showing his support for the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, said, "I have shed my blood for this country. I have gone to prison for this country. So, what are you going to frighten or threaten me with? The only thing that my senior brother (Adebanjo) hasn't done is that he hasn't shed his blood but he has gone to prison but we will leave that aside."

Describing the problem of Nigeria as more of national than ethnic, former president, reiterated his avowed commitment to enthroning a new Nigeria, stating that the country did not just need a president at this critical time, but yearning for a leader with character.

"The problem we have in our hands in Nigeria is not ethnic. It is national. And for me, the most important thing in a leader is character. The problem we have had is that we have not had a leader with the right type of character that they should be trusted with the leadership role.

"So, if I put my hand on someone, it means that comparing with the other, I see that there is merit that will be of benefit to Nigeria. And I believe that Chief Adebanjo stands for the same thing," he stated.

Obasanjo while signing the condolence register described Mbazulike as an authentic Nigerian patriot and the last of the titans, while Adebanjo said he was a true Nigerian who fought from youth for a country where equity, justice and fairness reigned.

They regretted that foremost nationalist was not able to witness the new Nigeria that he laboured for decades.

The former governor of Anambra State and Presidential candidate of Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, was also around to sign the register.

The elder statesman died November 1, this year at 93.




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Anonymous said…
I trade the opinion of former president Obasonjo over leadership with needed character .

That is what the heavier portion of Nigerians need and want at the moment.

This country needs enjoy the fruits of her labour .
Good governance is an assurance to
that.
14 December 2022 at 22:46
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