Former presidential candidate of Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has condemned killings of some Nigerians across the country by unknown gunmen. Obi’s statement is coming, after a Catholic priest, Rev Fr. Tobias Okonkwo, was murdered along the Onitsha-Owerri Expressway in Anambra State, on Thursday. Speaking in a statement shared via his X […] The post Anambra: “Constant Killing Of Nigerians By Unknown Assailants Is Heartbreaking” – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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By Daniel Kanu Senator Abba Moro is the Senate Minority Leader and the Chairman of the 10-Man Elder’s Advisory Committee on Tax Reforms. In this interview with Sunday Sun, he speaks on the controversial tax reform bills presented by President Bola Tinubu, which is before the National Assembly,  and how ignorance and politicising the process […] The post Lack of understanding reason most people are resisting Tax Reform Bills – Senator Moro appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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Pays condolence visit to Namadi in Jigawa over demise of mother, son From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has apologised to the families and people of Sokoto for the death of some villagers who reportedly lost their lives on December 25, 2024, when the military targeted a logistics base of the Lakurawa insurgent […] The post Shettima apologises, commiserates with victims of military airstrike in Sokoto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has extended his condolences to the government and people of Sokoto State over the killing of about 10 civilians in an airstrike targeted at the Lakurawa terrorist group. The incident occurred on December 25, 2024, at Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities in Silame Local Government Area. Shettima, in a statement on […] The post ‘We’re Sorry’ — VP Shettima Apologizes For Civilian Casualties In Sokoto Airstrike appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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Tribune Online Plane crash: Putin apologises to Azerbaijan without claiming responsibility President Vladimir Putin has expressed regret over the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane on Christmas Day, describing the incident as a tragic occurrence, but refraining from admitting any responsibility on Russia’s part. In a statement issued by the Kremlin on Saturday, it was revealed that Putin had spoken with Azerbaijan’s president, Ilham Aliyev, marking […] Plane crash: Putin apologises to Azerbaijan without claiming responsibility Tribune Online

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Tribune Online Nigeria’s sovereignty is threatened by internal crises — Ambassador Sheni Ambassador Danjuma Nanpon Sheni, a career diplomat who retired as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and served Nigeria as ambassador in some foreign countries, is currently the National President, Plateau Initiative for Development and Advancement of Natives (PIDAN). In this interview with ISAAC SHOBAYO, Ambassador Sheni speaks on Nigeria’s foreign policy, relationship […] Nigeria’s sovereignty is threatened by internal crises — Ambassador Sheni Tribune Online

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Vice President Kashim Shettima has tendered an apology to the families of victims affected by the recent bombing in Silame Local Government Area, Sokoto State. The airstrikes, carried out on Wednesday, December 25, targeted a logistics base of the Lakurawa insurgent group in two communities within the area but tragically claimed the lives of ten Read More

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From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Following the media chat by President Bola Tinubu penultimate week where he, among other issues, announced that he never regretted removing fuel subsidy, the former Secretary General of Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Anthony Sani has said that as long as the succour is yet to be experienced, most Nigerians would conclude […] The post Tinubu media chat: Nigerians won’t trust reforms until there is succour –Sani, ex-ACF Scribe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Saturday, apologised for the “tragic” downing of an Azerbaijan plane in Russian airspace, but refused to blame his country for the crash that has so far killed 38 people and injured several others. Russia has come under intense criticism, especially from Ukraine, which alleged that Russia had a hand in […]

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The cryptocurrency market continues to capture the attention of investors worldwide, offering a mix of stability from established players and excitement from emerging projects. As December 2024 rolls around, the search for the Best Altcoins to Invest in December 2024 has never been more urgent. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to the game, Read More

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Tribune Online This war is not for the extermination of the Igbos, it is for the federal unity of Nigeria and the happiness and prosperity of its people CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK Broadcast by Chief Obafemi Awolowo as Nigeria’s Commissioner for Finance and Vice Chairman of the Federal Executive during the Biafran War. The speech was delivered on 1st October, 1967. With regard to the first line of approach, it will interest you to know that, ever since the launching of the military […] This war is not for the extermination of the Igbos, it is for the federal unity of Nigeria and the happiness and prosperity of its people Tribune Online

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By Daniel Kanu Human rights activist, petroleum engineer and the 2015 presidential candidate of the National Conscience Party (NCP), Chief Martin Onovo, has said that they had in 2023 warned that the removal of fuel subsidy would cause untold hardship to Nigerians. In this chat with Sunday Sun, he also speaks on the Tinubu presidency, […] The post Nigerians going through hell to survive – Onovo, 2015 NCP presidential candidate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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The Ofokutu Royal Family of the Bilaro Ruling House in Ilesa, Osun State, has rejected the selection of a former Deputy Governor of the state, Clement Haastrup as the new Owa Obokun of Ijesaland. Haastrup, who hails from the Ajimoko Royal Family, was elected by the kingmakers at a meeting held on the premises of Read More

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Canada introduced 7major changes to its intl student route in 2024 which aligns with the govt’s aim of scaling back temporary residents. read more 2024 in review: A look at 10 changes to Canada’s international student route

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The Minister of State Petroleum (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has visited fuel stations in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa state, to monitor the availability of petroleum products. A statement sent to PUNCH Online on Saturday noted that Lokpobiri arrived at the Bayelsa State International Airport, Amassoma, at about 11.30 a.m. and headed straight to the Read More

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Governor Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir of Bauchi State, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tax policies is anti northern Nigeria and read more President Tinubu’s tax policies is anti Northern Nigeria – Bauchi Gov Bala

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From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The newly appointed Managing Director of the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, Rabiu Suleiman Bichi, has said that his leadership will focus on improving food security and economic development in Northern Nigeria. In a letter of gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Bichi insisted that he would leverage the authority’s […] The post Food security, economic development my priority, says new MD of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Authority appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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Tribune Online Trump’s threat: Mexico develops alert app for migrants facing detention in US Mexico is developing a cellphone app that will allow migrants to inform family members and local consulates if they think they are about to be detained in the United States, the country’s secretary of foreign affairs announced on Friday. The app is expected to become available in January as President-elect Donald Trump, who has pledged […] Trump’s threat: Mexico develops alert app for migrants facing detention in US Tribune Online

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Renowned Afrobeat singer Tiwa Savage has suggested that she may be stepping away from her music career. The mother of one shared the news on her Instagram story section on Friday. The singer revealed she is currently working on what could be her final studio album. READ MORE: Actor Alex Cross, Wife Embrace Parenthood With […] The post “This Might Be My Last Studio Album” – Tiwa Savage Hints At Retirement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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Northern leaders, including members of the National Assembly, the League of Northern Democrats, and the Northern Elders’ Forum, have expressed strong disapproval of President Bola Tinubu’s declaration on tax reform bills. During his maiden media chat, Tinubu acknowledged that the bills might not be widely accepted, but maintained that there will be no reversal on […] The post ‘You Can’t Be President Of Only Yoruba’ – Northern Leaders Criticize Tinubu’s Insistence On Tax Bills appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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Tribune Online Sokoto border communities dismiss rumour of foreign security outfits in Nigeria Residents of border communities in Sokoto state has dismissed the allegations of the presence of French Army within the border area of the country. Recall that the Head of Military Junta in the Niger Republic in a recent video in circulation accused Nigeria President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and some leaders of his administration of conniving […] Sokoto border communities dismiss rumour of foreign security outfits in Nigeria Tribune Online

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Tribune Online Why construction of Ilorin Palace pavilion became imperative — Senator Mustapha Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Senator Saliu Mustapha has revealed the motivation behind his facilitation of the construction of a state-of-the-art pavilion at the Emir of Ilorin, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari palace. Speaking through his aide, Alabi Abdulkareem, during a phone-in programme on an Ilorin-based radio station, Sobi FM on Friday, Senator Mustapha stated that […] Why construction of Ilorin Palace pavilion became imperative — Senator Mustapha Tribune Online

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Tribune Online Bauchi govt to equip 223 secondary schools with teaching, learning facilities A total of 223 senior secondary schools across Bauchi State are to be supplied with essential teaching and learning materials by the state government. The aim is to enhance teaching and learning as well as to ensure that the students receive the best and most impactful education in line with the aspirations of the government. […] Bauchi govt to equip 223 secondary schools with teaching, learning facilities Tribune Online

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Tribune Online Kwara Central senator unveils 200 university scholarship beneficiaries Senator representing Kwara Central senatorial district in the National Assembly, Saliu Mustapha, hosted 200 beneficiaries of his university scholarship programme to a dinner in Ilorin on Friday night. The event, themed “Securing the Future Today,” featured prominent personalities and community leaders from the district. Speaking at the event, Senator Mustapha emphasised the importance of academic […] Kwara Central senator unveils 200 university scholarship beneficiaries Tribune Online

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