Here are some of the biggest headlines from this morning's news:
Politics & Governance
1. 2027 Presidency: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is facing internal divisions as various factions are positioning different candidates for the 2027 presidential election. Among those reportedly fighting for the party's ticket is Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde.
2. ECOWAS Counter-Terrorism Force: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) plans to raise $2.5 billion for a 260,000-man counter-terrorism force to combat the growing threat of terrorism in the region.
3. Voter Registration: A total of 1.3 million people have completed their voter card pre-registration, with Osun and Lagos states leading the numbers.
4. Federal Roads: Despite promises from the Federal Government, federal roads in Ekiti and Ondo states remain in poor condition and are impassable in many areas.
5. Military Retirees: Military retirees are demanding a pay raise and national honours, citing frustration over welfare issues and the need for their pensions to reflect current economic realities.
Economy & Finance
1. Derivation Fund: Oil-producing states have eased their domestic debt burden by about N611 billion, thanks to record inflows from the 13% derivation fund.
2. External Reserves: Nigeria's external reserves are projected to reach $45 billion by the end of the year.
3. Power Generation: Power generation is currently stuck at 5,500MW, even as Bayelsa State has been granted regulatory authority over its electricity market.
Education & Sports
1. ASUU Strike Threat: The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened to shut down critical national assets if the Federal Government fails to meet the demands of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), which has warned of a potential strike.
2. Football Transfers: Nigerian footballers Victor Boniface and Ademola Lookman are facing an uncertain future after their planned transfers to AC Milan and Inter Milan, respectively, collapsed.
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