Morning recap: Tinubu summons 76 Osun APC leaders over party crisis, MTN warns against fake 25GB giveaway, other top stories

President Bola Tinubu has called an emergency meeting with 76 All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders from Osun State to address growing internal party divisions. The gathering at the Presidential Villa in Abuja was reportedly prompted by a security report highlighting dissatisfaction among several APC leaders in the state who feel sidelined.

Meanwhile, MTN Nigeria has issued a warning to its subscribers regarding a fraudulent 25GB anniversary data giveaway scam. The telecommunications company urged customers to rely solely on official platforms and avoid clicking suspicious links or sharing personal information on deceptive websites.

In Osun State, a climate of fear has descended as politically motivated killings escalate ahead of the August 15 governorship election. Residents and politicians are reportedly shunning party colors, with the Nigeria Police Force documenting at least 30 such killings, raising serious concerns about public safety.

Separately, the marital issues of music star 2Baba and Natasha Osawaru have resurfaced following an alleged nightclub altercation. In international news, Nigerian law professor Akasoba Duke-Abiola has accepted a nomination for the position of United Nations Secretary-General.