3 h. ago S’Court: LP affirms Abure as chair, NLC, caretaker panel disagree

The battle for the leadership of the Labour Party took a fresh twist on Friday after the Supreme Court set aside an earlier ruling recognising the Anambra convention that ratified the re-election of the Julius Abure’s National Working Committee. In a unanimous judgment, a five-member panel of the Supreme Court set aside the decision of Read More

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3 h. ago Atiku Slams Baseless Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP

Former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has denied claims that he resigned from the party. Atiku reaffirmed his status as a “bona fide and loyal member” of the PDP, rejecting the rumors circulating about his resignation. He accused certain desperate politicians of being behind the false reports, which were spread […] The post Atiku Slams Baseless Resignation Rumors, Reaffirms Loyalty To PDP appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago I wasn’t prepared for traditional stool – Gbong Gwom Jos, Buba

Gbong Gwom Jos and Chairman of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs, and former Controller-General of Customs, His Royal Majesty, Gyang Buba, speaks to JAMES ABRAHAM on how he joined the Customs before becoming a monarch, security challenges in Plateau State, among other issues Can you tell us about your background and upbringing? Read More

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8 h. ago Anambra CP deploys officers, urges professionalism ahead of primaries

The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has deployed officers across the state ahead of political party primaries scheduled for Saturday, April 5. While addressing the Command’s strategy officers on Friday, Orutugu stressed the need for professionalism as political activities begin. He explained the deployment was in preparation for the primaries, where Read More

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9 h. ago Soludo cleared for APGA primaries as Anambra election heats up

The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, Ejimofor Opara has said that Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, who has been endorsed by various groups and individuals for a second term in office, quietly picked up his expression of interest and nomination forms at the APGA National Secretariat in Abuja. In a Read More

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9 h. ago Sowore Calls For Patience Jonathan’s Imprisonment For Jailing Workers Six Years Without Trial Over Alleged N750m Jewelry Theft

Activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, has called for the imprisonment of former Nigerian First Lady, Patience Jonathan, in response to the recent sentencing of 15 of her domestic staff. The staff members were imprisoned for over six years due to their alleged involvement in the theft of Mrs. Jonathan’s jewelries, reportedly worth over N750 million. […] The post Sowore Calls For Patience Jonathan’s Imprisonment For Jailing Workers Six Years Without Trial Over Alleged N750m Jewelry Theft appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Plateau killings: Atiku faults Tinubu’s security architecture

  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the security framework of the Bola Tinubu-led administration, describing it as a failed system that has made killings across the country a recurring tragedy. In a statement on Friday via X, Atiku said the security situation under Tinubu has become a “nationwide phenomenon,” with cases of killings Read More

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13 h. ago Okpebholo felicitates with Sen. Oshiomhole on birthday, says his contributions left indelible mark on Edo 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin   The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has felicitated with ex-Comrade Governor Adams Oshiomhole on his birthday, saying that his contributions during his tenure has left indelible mark on the history of the State.    The Governor in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, said “Former […] The post Okpebholo felicitates with Sen. Oshiomhole on birthday, says his contributions left indelible mark on Edo  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Bokkos: Nigerians being forced to get used to news of wanton killings – Atiku tells Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said President Bola Tinubu’s security infrastructure has failed to secure the lives and property of Nigerians. According to him, Nigerians are being forced to get get to news of wanton killings across the country on a daily basis. Atiku said this in a statement shared on X […] The post Bokkos: Nigerians being forced to get used to news of wanton killings – Atiku tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Minister reopens Lagos’ Independence Bridge, promises permanent fix

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State. Umahi, a former Governor of Ebonyi State, stated this while addressing journalists in Lagos on Friday. The minister stated that permanent work on the bridge will commence in three weeks. He acknowledged the importance of the bridge, which links Victoria Island Read More

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15 h. ago Anambra arraigns three native doctors for alleged ritual crimes

The Anambra State government has arraigned three native doctors, including Chidozie Nwangwu, popularly known as “Akwa Okuko Tiwara Aki”, Eke Hit and Onye Eze. Three of them were docked at the Anambra State High Court, Awka, at exactly 11:58 am on Friday. After taking their pleas, the matter has been adjourned. Their arraignment came about Read More

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15 h. ago Alleged murder plot: Senate President accuses Sen. Natasha of spreading deliberate falsehoods, manipulative theatrics

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   Senate President Godswill Akpabio has described as “baseless, false and inflammatory,” allegations by suspended Kogi Central lawmaker, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, that he allegedly “recruited” former Governor Yahaya Bello to assassinate her.   He added that she was deliberately spreading falsehoods and manipulative theatrics aimed at damaging his reputation and provoking […] The post Alleged murder plot: Senate President accuses Sen. Natasha of spreading deliberate falsehoods, manipulative theatrics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Jonathan disowns youth empowerment initiative promising N10m to beneficiaries

By John Ogunsemore Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has distanced himself from an online youth empowerment initiative promising between N5 million and N10 million in financial support to beneficiaries. The GEJ Foundation, in a disclaimer shared on X on Friday, said the initiative tagged “Empowering Nigerian Youth Enhancing Economic Growth” is fake and misleading. In […] The post Jonathan disowns youth empowerment initiative promising N10m to beneficiaries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Contract racketeering: PDP chieftain demands EFCC probe of Ebonyi commissioners

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ebonyi State, Moses Idika, on Friday, called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to commence an immediate investigation into the alleged involvement of some government officials recently arrested on the order of Governor Francis Nwifuru for contract racketeering. Idika, who made the appeal in a statement Read More

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16 h. ago Akpabio to Natasha, Abbo: Retract false claims or face legal action

Tribune Online Akpabio to Natasha, Abbo: Retract false claims or face legal action "Regardless of the necessity for legal redress, formal letters of demand seeking retractions, apologies, and compensation are underway,” it said. Akpabio to Natasha, Abbo: Retract false claims or face legal action Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Free maternity drives Anambra deliveries to 102,643 in 18 months

The Anambra Government said it recorded 102,643 deliveries and 343 Cesarean Sections in 18 months since the introduction of its free antenatal care and delivery policy. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Afam Obidike, made this known in Awka on Friday. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that on Sept. 5, 2023, Gov. Chukwuma Soludo Read More

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18 h. ago Nigerian Goalkeeper Osayi Kingdom Joins Swedish Club Assyriska

Nigerian goalkeeper Osayi Kingdom has joined Swedish second division club Assyriska Sodertalje. Osayi was previously on the books of Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) and champions Rangers. The shot stopper’s contract with Rangers was mutually terminated to ensure his move to Assyriska Sodertalje. Meanwhile, the former Doma United goalie has penned […]

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18 h. ago “You’ll Go Before Me, I’ll Fill Your Condolence Register” – Wike Tells People Wishing Him Dead

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reacted to rumours about his health. Wike said that there was never a time he collapsed or was flown abroad for medical treatment. Speaking during an inspection tour of some ongoing projects in Abuja on Thursday, the former governor of Rivers State stated that those people […] The post “You’ll Go Before Me, I’ll Fill Your Condolence Register” – Wike Tells People Wishing Him Dead appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Anambra 2025: YPP vows to field candidate, rejects Soludo’s APGA alliance claim

The Young Progressives Party on Friday dismissed a statement by the Governor of Anambra State, Charles Soludo, that it had collapsed its structures to support the All Progressives Grand Alliance in the November governorship election. NAN reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission announced that the 2025 Anambra Governorship election will be held on November Read More

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19 h. ago Anambra guber: Support groups hold rally for Soludo’s reelection bid

Tribune Online Anambra guber: Support groups hold rally for Soludo’s reelection bid In a significant display of support, 60 support groups, representing 120,000 members under the banner of All Soludo Support Groups (ASSG), have endorsed Governor Charles Soludo’s bid for a second term. The groups presented an impressive thirty million naira to the Governor at the International Convention Centre in Awka on Thursday to back his re-election […] Anambra guber: Support groups hold rally for Soludo’s reelection bid Tribune Online

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