Obasanjo Calls Atiku A Mistake+ ‘Renewed Hope’ Smartphones + Oyedepo Calls Out FG - Anieze Osakwe

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo stirred reactions after saying that choosing Atiku Abubakar as his running mate was the biggest mistake of his presidency during the launch of Charly Boy's memoir in Lagos. However, Atiku hit back at Obasanjo, saying he supported the former president after his release from prison and blamed their fallout on his refusal to back Obasanjo's failed third-term agenda. A mass burial was held in Kafanchan, Southern Kaduna, for 27 victims of a recent terrorist attack, as renewed outrage grows over Nigeria's worsening insecurity. Meanwhile, Bishop David Oyedepo has sparked public debate after questioning the government's handling of Nigeria's worsening insecurity and persistent killings. INEC published the academic credentials and supporting documents of the 2027 presidential candidates, reigniting public scrutiny over their educational records. A Catholic priest in Delta State has criticised President Tinubu's alleged reliance on distributing rice during elections, arguing that public funds should instead be invested in infrastructure and economic development. It comes as a video showing brand new ‘Renewed Hope’ smartphones sparked debate over the growing use of campaign giveaways. In politics, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says Governor Sim Fubara's biggest mistake was trying to build an independent political structure after being helped into office. An 11-year-old orphan in Benue State was allegedly beaten and tied to a bench by her uncle over accusations of stealing ₦1,000, sparking outrage over the reported abuse. Authorities have yet to announce an official investigation, while concerns grow over the child's safety and recovery. A viral video allegedly showing a suspected thief confronting pursuers with a knife has sparked widespread reactions over his apparent boldness. Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno urged worshippers in Abuja to rise above social media distractions and use their voices to create meaningful influence and solutions. In our Good News Report, Lagos has been selected to host the 2026 CAF Awards, marking a major win for Nigeria's football profile. Under Milestones, Nigeria marked 29 years since the death of Afrobeat legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, whose music became a powerful tool for activism and social change. NigeriaNews NaijaNews NigeriaToday NigeriaUpdates NigeriaPolitics PoliticsNaija NaijaPolitics NigeriaDecides 2027Politics ElectionWatch INECUpdates CandidateCredentials PoliticalDebate LeadershipCrisis GovernanceMatters PowerAndPolitics AsoRockWatch Obasanjo Atiku Tinubu Wike Fubara RiversPolitics RenewedHope CampaignPolitics NigeriaSecurity EndInsecurity SecurityCrisis ProtectNigeria SouthernKaduna KafanchanAttack JusticeForVictims ChildRights StopChildAbuse JusticeForLinda BenueNews NigeriaYouth PeopleFirst GoodGovernance AccountabilityNow CAF2026 CAFawards LagosHostsCAF NigeriaFootball NaijaFootball FelaLives FelaLegacy AfrobeatLegend RememberFela FelaAnikulapoKuti AfricanMusic NigeriaCulture ViralNigeria TrendingNigeria SocialMediaBuzz TheNigeriaConversation NationBuilding VoiceOfNigeria NigeriaMatters AniezeOsakwe ProudlyNigerian Subscribe to our Channel for high profile interviews. Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/ARISEtv | and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arisenewsofficial | and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AriseTVNews | Check out our website www.arise.tv