4 hours ago Sokoto residents dismiss Niger leader’s claims of French military presence

Residents of border communities in Sokoto have dismissed allegations of the presence of the French Army in the area. Recall that the Head of the Military Junta in the Niger Republic, in a recently circulated video, accused President Bola Tinubu and some members of his administration of colluding with the French Army to attack Niger. Read More

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23 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

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9 hours 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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9 hours 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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9 hours ago From Lagos to Tulsa: Abisoye Ajayi’s global fight for opportunity and inclusion

Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin is widely celebrated for her transformative work in women empowerment, social entrepreneurship and economic development. Her impact is read more From Lagos to Tulsa: Abisoye Ajayi’s global fight for opportunity and inclusion

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11 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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12 hours ago Influencer Marketing: Nigeria’s opportunity in the global creator economy

The creator economy has transformed the way businesses reach consumers, with influencer marketing at the forefront of this shift. Globally read more Influencer Marketing: Nigeria’s opportunity in the global creator economy

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16 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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17 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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18 hours ago Nigeria explores trade, investment, infrastructure collaboration with Saudi Arabia

Nigeria has taken a significant step toward bolstering its economic ties with Saudi Arabia, aimed at deepening cooperation across trade, read more Nigeria explores trade, investment, infrastructure collaboration with Saudi Arabia

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18 hours ago Nigeria’s relationship with France has no military implications – Ribadu

The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu has stated that Nigeria’s relationship with France is strictly economic and has no military implications. Ribadu, who made the clarification during an interview with BBC Hausa on Friday, was reacting to an allegation made by the leader of Niger’s military junta, General Abdourahmane Tchiani. Tchiani alleged that Nigeria allowed […] The post Nigeria’s relationship with France has no military implications – Ribadu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 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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20 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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20 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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21 hours ago Desperate politicians dragging Nigeria into acrimony with Niger Republic – Arewa Think Tank

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has noted that desperate politicians in the country were behind the allegations by the military leader of Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, claiming that Nigeria was colluding with France to destabilize his country. However, in a statement on Friday by the Convener of ATT, […] The post Desperate politicians dragging Nigeria into acrimony with Niger Republic – Arewa Think Tank appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 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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23 hours ago Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver

Tribune Online Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver Gunmen who abducted passengers in a commercial bus last week in Ekiti State have released their victims in a forest in Ondo State. It will be recalled that the kidnappers ambushed the bus on Sunday night at the Emure-Ekiti axis, abducting all passengers on board except two, who managed to escape during the ordeal. The […] Our abductors told us they are from Niger Republic — Kidnapped Ekiti driver Tribune Online

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24 hours ago ‘Baseless’, Ribadu Denies Niger’s Terrorism Allegations Against Nigeria

General Tchiani had claimed Nigeria was setting up a military camp in the north, in an area between Munguno and Baga in Borno State, allegedly codenamed “Canada,” and that French troops were stationed there near Niger’s border. The post ‘Baseless’, Ribadu Denies Niger’s Terrorism Allegations Against Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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24 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

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24 hours ago Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram

Tribune Online Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram The League of Northern Democrats (LND) has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the Federal Government’s response to accusations made by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tiani, concerning Nigeria’s alleged collaboration with France in destabilising the Sahel region. In a strongly worded statement on Friday, the LND, through its spokesperson Dr Ladan Salihu, criticised the government for […] Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram Tribune Online

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