50 m. ago I Won’t Accept Delta Gov’s Offer Of SUV, N10m Monthly — Senator Nwoko

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, has vowed not to accept the offer of a Land Cruiser vehicle and N10million monthly from Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State. Nwoko disclosed this at the weekend in Idumuje Ugboko, Anicha North local government area of the State. LEADERSHIP reports that Nwoko, elected on […]

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53 m. ago Police Arrest 2 Over Alleged Possession Of Firearms In Akwa Ibom

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have apprehended two persons in two separate operations for alleged unlawful possession of firearms in Ibeno and Eket local government areas of the state. Police Public Petitions Officer (PPRO) of the Command, DSP Timfon John, on Sunday recalled that the first incident occurred on February 22, 2025, […]

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3 h. ago Benue APC chairman lauds state assembly’s stance on judiciary integrity

Tribune Online Benue APC chairman lauds state assembly’s stance on judiciary integrity Caretaker Committee Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, Benjamin Omale, has lauded the state assembly for its stance on judicial integrity. In a statement issued on Sunday in Makurdi, a copy of which was made available to newsmen, Omale said that the resolution of the state assembly to remove the state […] Benue APC chairman lauds state assembly’s stance on judiciary integrity Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Badenoch slams UK PM for cutting defence funding amid global threats

The Leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch, has condemned the British government’s decision to cancel the planned increase in defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP by 2030, calling it “indefensible” amid rising global threats. In a letter dated February 22, 2025, Badenoch accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of failing to act decisively on Read More

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5 h. ago Benue APC chair praises state assembly for backing judicial reforms

The Chairman of the Benue State All Progressives Congress Caretaker Committee, Benjamin Omale, has praised the state assembly for its efforts to uphold judicial integrity through its resolution to remove the state Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese. In a statement issued to journalists in Makurdi on Sunday, Omale also lauded the APC Elders’ Forum, led Read More

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7 h. ago C’River Assembly condemns petition seeking Bakassi’s delisting from LGAs

The Cross River State House of Assembly has strongly condemned a petition sent to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by a read more C’River Assembly condemns petition seeking Bakassi’s delisting from LGAs

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9 h. ago Lagos Assembly: AIT, Channels TV Tenders Apology Over Misrepresentation Of DSS Role

Africa Independent Television (AIT) and Channels Television have apologized to the Department of State Services (DSS) for their report on the presence of DSS operatives at the Lagos State House of Assembly. AIT acknowledged that its broadcast was incomplete and unintentionally misrepresented the role of the DSS. “AIT News wishes to apologize to the Department […] The post Lagos Assembly: AIT, Channels TV Tenders Apology Over Misrepresentation Of DSS Role appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Three Lagos Assembly workers face charges for assaulting DSS officers

The Department of State Services has arrested three workers of the Lagos State House of Assembly for allegedly attacking its personnel on February 18. Some individuals had manhandled DSS personnel during a drama that ensued at the assembly on Monday. The assembly, in a letter dated February 14, 2025, and signed by the acting clerk, Read More

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14 h. ago Customs seek traditional rulers’ support to tackle smuggling

The Nigeria Customs Service, Seme Area Command, said it is seeking strong collaboration with traditional rulers and other sister agencies to tackle smuggling and boost border security. The Customs Area Controller in charge of the command, Dr Ben Oramalugo, stated this during a two-day visit to traditional rulers and security agencies in Badagry, Lagos State. Read More

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14 h. ago Stakeholders fault N’Assembly’s move on 60 new FMCs, say existing hospitals struggling

Following the 10th National Assembly’s proposal to establish over 60 new national hospitals and federal medical centres across the country, stakeholders in the health sector have asked the government to focus on funding and refurbishing existing hospitals. In exclusive interviews with PUNCH Healthwise, the leading health professionals stated that while having more tertiary hospitals was Read More

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18 h. ago DSS arrests three for assaulting operatives at Lagos assembly

The Department of State Services has arrested three individuals for allegedly assaulting its operatives during the crisis at the Lagos State House of Assembly on February 18. The arrests followed a request by the Lagos Assembly for heightened security at the complex, as outlined in a letter dated February 14, 2025, and signed by the Read More

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19 h. ago BREAKING: PDP sweeps Osun LG election, wins positions in all 30 LGAs

Tribune Online BREAKING: PDP sweeps Osun LG election, wins positions in all 30 LGAs     The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has secured victory in all chairmanship and councillorship positions across the 30 local government areas (LGAs) of Osun State. The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, made the announcement during a press conference on Saturday. Tribune Online reports that Abioye had earlier described […] BREAKING: PDP sweeps Osun LG election, wins positions in all 30 LGAs Tribune Online

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19 h. ago DSS Arrests 3 Over Alleged Assault On Own Operatives At Lagos Assembly

The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested three persons linked to alleged assault on its officers during the uproar which greeted presence of security operatives at the Lagos State House of Assembly earlier in the week. LEADERSHIP investigation showed that lawmakers had mobilised supporters to the Assembly complex, who attacked some DSS officers who […]

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20 h. ago Osun LG election: Police arrested our officials for committing no crime — OSSIEC Chairman

Tribune Online Osun LG election: Police arrested our officials for committing no crime — OSSIEC Chairman     The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, has condemned the arrest of the commission’s officials by the police during the local government election, insisting that they committed no offence. Speaking to the press on Saturday, Abioye described the election as peaceful and well-conducted, dismissing earlier concerns raised by […] Osun LG election: Police arrested our officials for committing no crime — OSSIEC Chairman Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Anambra: Ozo Awka praises Soludo’s security and infrastructure gains

Seeks assistance in electing new town union president From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Ozo title holders in Awka community, Anambra State, have praised Governor Chukwuma Soludo for the giant strides so far made by his administration in the infrastructural development of the state, particularly in Awka Capital City and the Awka Capital Development Area. The group, […] The post Anambra: Ozo Awka praises Soludo’s security and infrastructure gains appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Benue APC elders back assembly’s decision to remove chief judge

A group known as the ‘Benue All Progressives Congress Elders’ Forum’ on Saturday expressed support for the Benue State House of Assembly’s recommendation to remove the state Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese. Speaking at a press conference in Makurdi, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party and spokesperson for the group, Senator Barnabas Gemade, Read More

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24 h. ago Veteran Actor John Amaefule Hospitalised With Stroke, Seeks Financial Aid

Nollywood actor John Amaefule has been hospitalised after suffering a stroke, raising concerns among fans and industry colleagues. Stanley Okereke, a well-known Nollywood producer, shared the news of the actor’s hospitalisation on Instagram on Friday. According to Stanley, the actor had a stroke on the left side of his brain and is currently undergoing treatment […] The post Veteran Actor John Amaefule Hospitalised With Stroke, Seeks Financial Aid appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago AIT, Channels TV apologise to DSS over reports on Lagos Assembly Incident

Africa Independent Television and Channels Television have publicly apologised to the Department of State Services over their reports on the agency’s involvement in the Lagos State House of Assembly crisis on February 17. AIT News, in an official statement during its News Hour program, retracted its initial report clarifying that its reporting was based on Read More

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29 h. ago Tourists, Business Travellers Ditch Traditional Hotels For Luxury Apartment

Business travellers in Lagos are shifting their accommodation preferences, increasingly choosing luxury apartment hotels over traditional hotels as they seek greater comfort, flexibility, and a more personalised stay. According to the MO report, Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) recorded approximately 550,000 inbound passengers between November 19 and December 26 last year. This surge in business […]

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29 h. ago Diversification: FG Seeks China’s Cooperation To Strengthen Economy

The federal government is seeking the assistance of the People’s Republic of China in the diversification of its economy, especially relating to industrialisation. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu disclosed this in her office in Abuja, when the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, paid her a courtesy visit, a statement issued […]

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