Presidency and Atiku clash over killings, Osun 2026 politics, Germany deports Nigerians, and PFIPC probe continues
The Nigerian Presidency and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar are engaged in a war of words regarding the country's security situation, with the Presidency refuting Atiku's claims about the number of Nigerians killed in violent incidents. In Osun State, political tensions are rising ahead of the 2026 governorship election, as a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by former governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola has endorsed the All Progressives Congress candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, citing dissatisfaction with the incumbent governor. Separately, former President Olusegun Obasanjo and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar are exchanging accusations, with Atiku alleging a prolonged campaign of "lies, political manipulation and orchestrated deceit" from Obasanjo. Meanwhile, Germany has deported 137 Nigerians in five chartered flights over a five-month period. The House of Representatives is continuing its probe into the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, with its self-appointed Director-General, Adeniyi Adeyemi, demanding media and legal representation before appearing before the committee. Additionally, Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho revealed he initially agreed to manage Manchester United in 2013 before returning to Chelsea, and the Fusengbuwa Ruling House in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, has removed three leaders over alleged fraud and breaches of due process in the selection of the next Awujale.
