84 minutes ago Presidency, Sokoto Border Communities Dismiss Niger’s Allegations Against Nigeria

The Presidency has dismissed accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that President Bola Tinubu was collaborating with France to destabilise his country. The special adviser to the president on policy communication, Daniel Bwala, described the claims as baseless and divisive in a video shared on his verified X account. “The choice of language […]

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15 hours ago Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala

Tribune Online Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed his reservations about President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills, asserting that they are not favorable to Northern states and could have far-reaching negative consequences. Speaking on Thursday during a meeting with the Christian community in Bauchi, Mohammed stated that the reforms are designed to benefit certain […] Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala Tribune Online

Economics

9 hours ago Sokoto Airstrike: We’ll investigate causes, ensure justice — Matawalle

Tribune Online Sokoto Airstrike: We’ll investigate causes, ensure justice — Matawalle The  Federal Government says it will conduct a thorough investigation into Wednesday’s accidental bombing that killed 10 people in  Gidan Bisa and Runtuwa villages of Silame Local Government Area. The Minister of State, Defence, Bello Matawalle, gave this indication while on a condolence visit to Governor Ahmed Aliyu in Sokoto.  He described what happened in […] Sokoto Airstrike: We’ll investigate causes, ensure justice — Matawalle Tribune Online

Events

20 hours ago UNIZik Launches Annual Lecture Series To Promote Igbo History, Culture And Values

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State, has launched an annual lecture series that will research, explore and promote Igbo history, culture and values. Titled after the Obi of Onitsha, the Obi Nnaemeka Annual Public Lecture Series is a landmark initiative is aimed at researching Igbo history, culture, values and traditions as a means of finding the […]

Culture

99 minutes ago BUDGET DEFENCE CSOs Charge Lawmakers To Grill 541 MDAs, Check Leakages

Ahead of their resumption from the Christmas and New Year holidays in January, the Senate and the House of Representatives have been urged to thoroughly scrutinise next year’s N47.9 trillion federal budget to check leakages, duplication of projects and frivolous requests by ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs). Leaders of some major civil society organisations (CSOs) […]

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1 hour ago Rivers has most appointees in Tinubu’s govt, Wike fires back at critics

Tribune Online Rivers has most appointees in Tinubu’s govt, Wike fires back at critics Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has fired back at some of his critics in Rivers State who claimed he has not attracted any projects to Rivers State as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Speaking at the Ahoada East and Ahoada West PDP End of Year thanksgiving held in Ochigna town […] Rivers has most appointees in Tinubu’s govt, Wike fires back at critics Tribune Online

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3 hours ago 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list

The London-based New African magazine on Friday released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year. Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman […] The post 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 hours ago Afe Babalola, Olanipekun, 23 others get N1.1bn professional fees from FG

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Justice, has paid approximately N1.1bn as professional fees to prominent Nigerian lawyers, Chief Afe Babalola, SAN, Wole Olanipekun, SAN, and 23 other law firms over a period of three years. This revelation emerged from an analysis of data provided by GovSpend, a civic tech platform that tracks and Read More

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8 hours ago Allegation Of Nigeria, France Collusion To Destabilise Niger Baseless — Presidency

The Presidency has again rejected accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, alleging collaboration between President Bola Tinubu with France to destabilise his country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, in a video shared on his verified X account, described the claims as baseless and divisive. “The choice of language […]

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8 hours ago Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy

says Nigerians facing severe hardship, hunger hosts widows, elderly to Christmas party From John Adams, Minna A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) and former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State, Hon. Jonathan Vatsa has described the current economic hardship being faced by Nigerians as severe, saying that majority of […] The post Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 hours ago Tchiani’s allegation of Tinubu’s collusion with France meant to sow chaos in northern Nigeria – Presidency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Presidency has dismissed claims by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, accusing President Bola Tinubu of colluding with France to destabilize his country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, described the allegations as baseless propaganda, designed to create chaos and incite bad blood in northern […] The post Tchiani’s allegation of Tinubu’s collusion with France meant to sow chaos in northern Nigeria – Presidency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 hours ago 2024 Globe Soccer Awards: Vinícius Jr. wins Best Men’s Player [FULL LIST]

By Seyi Babalola The 2024 Globe Soccer Awards honored football’s top talents, with Real Madrid’s Vinícius Jr. earning the Best Men’s Player title. The Brazilian attacker also won the Best forward award, capping off a successful year. Jude Bellingham, another spectacular player, won both the Best Midfielder and the Maradona Awards, firmly placing himself among […] The post 2024 Globe Soccer Awards: Vinícius Jr. wins Best Men’s Player [FULL LIST] appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Politics

11 hours ago Be accountable, responsible to Nigerians, Lagos Chief Imam counsels Tinubu

Tribune Online Be accountable, responsible to Nigerians, Lagos Chief Imam counsels Tinubu The Chief Imam of Lekki Central Mosque, Ridhwan Jamiu, has counseled President Bola Tinubu to stay responsible and accountable to the people. He spoke on Friday as the President observed the Jumat prayer at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos. A statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President, (Information & Strategy), informed that […] Be accountable, responsible to Nigerians, Lagos Chief Imam counsels Tinubu Tribune Online

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12 hours ago PICTORIAL: ‘We’re proud of you,’ Imam praises Tinubu during Jumat at Lagos mosque

President Bola Tinubu performed Jumat prayers on Friday at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos State. Tinubu was reportedly received on arrival by the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, among other dignitaries, including the clergy of the mosque. A statement on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed Read More

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12 hours ago ‘You Have Not Disappointed Us’, Lagos Imam Tells Tinubu At Juma’at Prayer

President Bola Tinubu observed the weekly Juma’at prayer at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos on Friday afternoon alongside other Muslim faithful. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, it was the President’s first public outing since attending prayers at the Alausa Central Mosque last Friday. In his sermon, the Chief Imam of […]

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14 hours ago Block Announces Winner in TBD Hackathon at Africa Bitcoin Conference, Highlighting Innovation in Payments across Africa

Emmanuel Kufre from Nigeria awarded $15,000 in BTC Nairobi, Kenya [11th December 2024] – Block, Inc, the global technology company read more Block Announces Winner in TBD Hackathon at Africa Bitcoin Conference, Highlighting Innovation in Payments across Africa

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15 hours ago Stampedes: Hunger epidemic looms as Nigeria’s poverty rate hits 40.7 percent – Labour Party

Says Tinubu economy reforms exacerbating hardship From Sola Ojo, Abuja The National Secretary of the Labour Party, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, has sounded the alarm on Nigeria’s escalating hunger crisis, citing a poverty rate of 40.7% and a staggering 87 million Nigerians living below the poverty line. This comes on the heels of a string […] The post Stampedes: Hunger epidemic looms as Nigeria’s poverty rate hits 40.7 percent – Labour Party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 hours ago FULL LIST: Tinubu’s nephew, Dangote, Lookman, others make 100 most influential Africans in 2024

In 2024, Africa continues to make waves globally, with individuals from various sectors driving innovation, development, and progress. The New African magazine, in a press release on Friday, unveiled its list of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024, spotlighting individuals who have made significant impacts across politics, business, science, sports, and civil society. The Read More

Politics

18 hours ago “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s tax policies, describing them as anti-north. Mohammed made this known during a meeting with the Christian community in Bauchi State at the Government House on Thursday. The Governor, who also chairs the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum, expressed concerns that the tax reform bills […] The post “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 hours ago FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians

Tribune Online FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians A real estate entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of Pelcian Valley Nigeria Limited, Babatunde Adeyemo, has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently initiate measures to check the excesses of operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), especially on the use of arms on the highway. Using his personal experience as a reference, Adeyemo urged […] FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians Tribune Online

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20 hours ago ‘Your Policy Is Not Popular, Change Your Style’, Gov Mohammed Urges Tinubu

Gov Mohammed’s plea comes following several economic policies by the Bola Tinubu’s administration which have forced hardship on the masses. The post ‘Your Policy Is Not Popular, Change Your Style’, Gov Mohammed Urges Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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21 hours ago “Nigerians Expect More Success From Tinubu Than Previous Presidents” – Laolu Akande

Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to put more efforts in governing  Nigerians. Laolu, while speaking on Channels TV’s show on Thursday, noted that many citizens in the country are expecting better performance from Tinubu than his predecessors. He also urged the former Lagos State governor to leave a […] The post “Nigerians Expect More Success From Tinubu Than Previous Presidents” – Laolu Akande appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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