Russia: We’re Monitoring Situation in Nigeria, Tinubu Seeks Global Support Against Terrorism AU to US: Respect Nigeria’s sovereignty President says security non-negotiable, meets Sultan of Sokoto Cooperate with Trump to root out killers, PFN president, Momodu tell Tinubu
Deji Elumoye, Chuks Okocha, Kuni Tyessi, Linus Aleke and Kemi Olaitan in Ibadan
Russia yesterday said it was closely watching reports that
the United States may be considering military action in Nigeria.
Likewise, the African Union (AU) Commission stressed that the US must respect the
sovereignty of Nigeria and engage in diplomatic dialogue in addressing the problem of
insecurity in the West African Continued on page 5
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In Two-horse Race, 2.8 MillionVoters to Determine Soludo, Ukachukwu, Others’ Fate Today Adequate security arrangements have been made, Police, NSCDC assure electorates Efficiency, impartiality, others will make or mar polls, Yiaga Africa declares Observer groups preach against vote-buying Chiemelie Ezeobi, Sunday Okobi in Lagos, David-Chyddy Eleke in Awka and Michael Olugbode in Abuja
All is set for today’s Anambra governorship election, as voters across the state prepare to head to the polls to elect the next governor of their choice. Investigations across the State reveal a mix of excitement and apprehension among residents,
while heavy security presence underscores the preparedness of security agencies. In Awka, the state capital, patrol teams were seen stationed at strategic locations and moving through major streets to ensure a peaceful election. This comes as Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of Force Intelligence Continued on page 5
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