5 minutes ago ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to national security, economic transformation, and the well-being of all citizens. In a Christmas message on Wednesday, Shettima assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration remains dedicated to improving their lives. “As we approach a new year, I want to […] The post ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 minutes ago Driver Flees After Crashing Into Christian Procession In Gombe, 22 Injured

22 persons were injured after a vehicle crashed into a Christian procession in the Tumfure town, close to Gombe, on Wednesday, according to the Gombe State Police Command. In a statement to reporters, the command’s spokesperson, ASP Buhari Abdullahi, stated that no fatalities had been reported in the incident, and that the injured were being […] The post Driver Flees After Crashing Into Christian Procession In Gombe, 22 Injured appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago PHOTOS: Daddy Showkey performs for wounded soldiers in Kaduna on Christmas

Tribune Online PHOTOS: Daddy Showkey performs for wounded soldiers in Kaduna on Christmas John Asiemo, popularly known as Daddy Showkey, performed for wounded soldiers and their families at the 1 Division of the Nigerian Army in Kaduna on Wednesday, to celebrate Christmas. The performance by the veteran galala singer was in commemoration of the Christmas celebration and organised by the Tribute to Our Troops Foundation in collaboration with […] PHOTOS: Daddy Showkey performs for wounded soldiers in Kaduna on Christmas Tribune Online

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10 hours ago Tax Reform Bill: Opposition on basis of undue favour to some states unfounded – Senate Leader

•Says it’ll alter derivation model in Lagos Rivers, Ogun, Zamfara By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central), has called on Nigerians to support the Tax Reforms Bills under consideration in the National Assembly, saying it will make adjustments to derivation sharing formula that will improve finances of states across the […] The post Tax Reform Bill: Opposition on basis of undue favour to some states unfounded – Senate Leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 hours ago UniAbuja protest: SERAP urges Tinubu to probe police assault on Channels TV crew

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the Inspector General of Police to launch a thorough investigation into the alleged assault on Channels Television crew by security operatives during a protest at the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) on Tuesday morning. The Channels TV crew was reportedly covering a Read More

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11 hours ago ‘No Life Is Bigger Than The Other’, Gov Makinde Reacts To Ibadan Funfair Stampede Tragedy

Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has declared that justice must be served in the death of the 35 children in the December 11, 2024 Christmas funfair stampede in Ibadan, regardless of the closeness of the organisers to him. Governor Makinde stated this in a viral video on social media, where he noted that no […]

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12 hours ago Christmas: Dafinone seeks prayers, support for Tinubu’s administration

The lawmaker representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Ede Dafinone, has called on Nigerians to “Continue to pray and support President Bola Tinubu’s administration to succeed.” Dafinone noted that Tinubu’s administration “Came into power when Nigeria was at a crossroads and will, therefore, need our collective efforts and support for the Read More

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14 hours ago Tax reform bill will alter derivation model in Lagos Rivers, Ogun, Zamfara – Senate Leader

Says opposition to bill on basis of undue favour to some states unfounded By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Leader of the Senate, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (Ekiti Central), has called on Nigerians to support the Tax Reforms Bills under consideration in the National Assembly, saying it will make adjustments to the derivation sharing formula that will […] The post Tax reform bill will alter derivation model in Lagos Rivers, Ogun, Zamfara – Senate Leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 hours ago Clark advocates national unity, harps against nepotism at Christmas service

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Elder statesman Edwin Clark has reiterated his call for national unity, asserting, “Nigeria belongs to us all” during the Christmas service at his residence, by St. James Anglican Church Asokoro. He emphasised that any perception of being a second-class citizen undermines the collective identity of Nigerians. Clark pointedly criticised President Bola […] The post Clark advocates national unity, harps against nepotism at Christmas service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 hours ago US: Mega Millions jackpot surges past $1bn after Christmas Eve drawing

Tribune Online US: Mega Millions jackpot surges past $1bn after Christmas Eve drawing The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed past the $1 billion mark after no ticket matched all six numbers drawn on Christmas Eve. The estimated prize for the next drawing on Friday is $1.15 billion, making it potentially the fifth-largest jackpot in the game’s history. The lead director for the Mega Millions Consortium, Joshua Johnston in […] US: Mega Millions jackpot surges past $1bn after Christmas Eve drawing Tribune Online

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