5 d. ago Niger North Senator Mourns Dantata, Hails Late Billionaire’s Legacy

Lawmaker representing Niger North, Senator Sani Bello, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of billionaire businessman, iconic philanthropist, and revered elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, who died in the late hours of Friday in Dubai. In a statement by his media aide, Yusuf Muye, Senator Bello, who is also the Chairman, Senate Committee on […]

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9 d. ago Running Mate: Barau Cautions Northern Groups, Seeks Support For Tinubu

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, CFR, has distanced himself from calls made by the Northern Nigeria Progressive Youth Assembly (NNPYA), urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to pick him as his running mate come 2027. In a statement by his special adviser on media and publicity, Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau urged NNPYA […]

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1 week ago Constitution amendment will correct structural imbalances, deepen democracy – Senate leader Bamidele

• Says zonal hearings’ll be inclusive From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele has assured Nigerians that the forthcoming zonal public hearings on the proposed amendments to the 1999 Constitution would be inclusive and participatory. Bamidele, who represents Ekiti Central Senatorial District, gave the assurance in a midterm statement, yesterday. “The Constitution Review Committee […] The post Constitution amendment will correct structural imbalances, deepen democracy – Senate leader Bamidele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Constitution amendment: Zonal hearings will be inclusive, Senate leader assures

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has assured Nigerians that the forthcoming zonal public hearings on the proposed amendments to the 1999 Constitution will be inclusive and participatory. Bamidele, who represents Ekiti Central Senatorial District, gave the assurance in a midterm statement released to journalists yesterday. “The Constitution Review Committee will soon commence […] The post Constitution amendment: Zonal hearings will be inclusive, Senate leader assures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago “I’m Not Running For VP” – Wamakko Warns Against False 2027 Claims

Senator Aliyu Wamakko has denied speculations suggesting he is nursing a vice-presidential ambition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The former governor of Sokoto State and current Senator representing Sokoto North issued a statement through his media aide, Abdallah El-Kurebe on Sunday , disassociating himself from claims linking him to a potential candidacy. The rumors […] The post “I’m Not Running For VP” – Wamakko Warns Against False 2027 Claims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Northern Senators Condemn Killing Of Kaduna Travellers In Plateau

The Northern Senators Forum (NSF) has condemned in strong terms, the Friday brutal killing of innocent travellers in Mangu local government area of Plateau State. In a statement on Monday in Abuja by its chairman, Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua, the Forum described the attack as a “barbaric and cowardly act” that has no place in […]

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1 week ago Gov Otti reaffirms statement on using Senator Kalu’s blueprint to develop Aba, Abia

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has again affirmed his earlier statement crediting Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s development blueprint as the foundation for the ongoing infrastructural transformation in Aba and other parts of the state. The model, he reiterated, was introduced by Kalu during his tenure as governor from 1999 to […] The post Gov Otti reaffirms statement on using Senator Kalu’s blueprint to develop Aba, Abia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago “It is Correct”: Gov Otti reaffirms statement on using Sen Kalu’s blueprint to develop Aba, Abia

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Governor Alex Otti of Abia State again reaffirmed his earlier statement crediting Senator Orji Uzor Kalu’s development blueprint as the foundation for the ongoing infrastructural transformation in Aba and other parts of the state, a model introduced by Kalu during his tenure as Governor from 1999 to 2007. Fielding questions from […] The post “It is Correct”: Gov Otti reaffirms statement on using Sen Kalu’s blueprint to develop Aba, Abia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senator Kawu Sumaila lauded for prioritising education in Kano South

Tribune Online Senator Kawu Sumaila lauded for prioritising education in Kano South Senator Suleiman Abdurrahman (Kawu Sumaila), currently representing Kano South Senatorial District, has been commended for prioritising education for underprivileged people in his constituency. The commendation was made by the Kano South Youths Front in collaboration with the Association for Promoting Democracy and Good Governance, in a statement made available to journalists on Friday. According to […] Senator Kawu Sumaila lauded for prioritising education in Kano South Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Southern Kaduna youths dissociate self from plan to recall Senator Katung

Tribune Online Southern Kaduna youths dissociate self from plan to recall Senator Katung The Southern Kaduna People’s Union (SOKAPU ) national youth wing has distanced itself from the attempted plan by a group to recall Senator Sunday Katung. In a statement issued by Comrade Solomon Simon ,National Coordinator, Comrade Aruwa Alhassan, Secretary General and Comrade Isah Emmanuel Anjadick, National P.R.O noted that as mother umbrella body of southern […] Southern Kaduna youths dissociate self from plan to recall Senator Katung Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Group Seeks Legal Resolution Over Natasha’s Allegations Against Senate President

A civil society organisation, Defenders of Integrity in Public Leadership (DIPL), has reiterated its call for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to be held accountable over her recent allegation of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by the group’s convener, Hon. Ibrahim Abdullahi, the group described the […]

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2 w. ago Action Collective Accuses Akpabio Of Desperation, Plot Against Natasha

The Action Collective has raised serious concerns over what it described as the growing desperation of the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, in his alleged bid to undermine Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a strongly worded statement signed by its National Coordinator, Mr. Teddy Onyejuwe, the group questioned Akpabio’s motives, describing recent legal moves […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu to visit Benue as Akume assures swift action to end brutal killings

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu In a compelling press statement, Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and former governor of Benue state has condemned the recent killings in Yelewata and other affected communities, describing them as “senseless acts of violence” and “a direct challenge to the peace and stability of our nation.” Speaking […] The post Tinubu to visit Benue as Akume assures swift action to end brutal killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Senate marks midterm with focus on electoral, constitutional, judicial reforms

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has pledged to prioritise far-reaching electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general election, alongside a renewed focus on constitutional review and judicial reform. In a statement released Sunday, the Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, outlined the midterm legislative milestones of the upper chamber between June 13, 2023 and […] The post Senate marks midterm with focus on electoral, constitutional, judicial reforms appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Peter Obi urges elite to support Nigerian businesses amid Oshiomhole, Air Peace rift

By John Ogunsemore The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has urged the Nigerian elite to show more support for indigenous businesses. Obi made the call in a Saturday statement following a rift between Senator for Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole and local airline, Air Peace. Oshiomhole and Air Peace have been at […] The post Peter Obi urges elite to support Nigerian businesses amid Oshiomhole, Air Peace rift appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Senator Dickson can’t distract Tinubu’s visible gain in Niger Delta with Political rhetorics – Lokpobiri

The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has faulted Senator Seriake Dickson’s Democracy Day remarks, describing them as a disappointing and inaccurate portrayal of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s role in Nigeria’s democratic journey and his commitment to resolving political tensions in the Niger Delta. In a statement issued by his Special […] The post Senator Dickson can’t distract Tinubu’s visible gain in Niger Delta with Political rhetorics – Lokpobiri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Abia APC scribe disowns statement on Senator Kalu’s visit to Gov Otti

By John Ogunsemore The Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abia State, Chief Chidi Avajah, has disowned a statement credited to him which threatened Senator for Abia North, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu with disciplinarian action over his recent visit to Governor Alex Otti. In a Friday statement he personally signed, Avajah said the […] The post Abia APC scribe disowns statement on Senator Kalu’s visit to Gov Otti appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Federal Gov’t Orders Probe Into Air Peace, Oshiomhole Airport Face

The Federal Government has ordered a thorough investigation into Wednesday’s altercation between Air Peace and Edo North Senator, Adams Oshiomhole, at the Lagos airport. In a statement issued on Friday through his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, said he has been in direct contact with both parties since […]

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3 w. ago June 12: Democracy Must Work For Nigerians, Not Election Only — Natasha

Suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has urged Nigerians to uphold the principles of justice, equity, inclusion, and national unity, stressing that democracy must offer more than electoral rituals. In a statement released on Thursday, the female Senator paid tribute to the legacy of late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola and other pro-democracy heroes, describing June […]

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3 w. ago PDP Crisis: Bayelsa Chapter Aligns With Wike, G5 Over Southern Ticket Push

Bayelsa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has applauded the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and the G5 group for their decision to zone the 2027 presidential ticket to the South and for reaffirming Senator Samuel Anyanwu as the party’s National Secretary. In a statement issued in Yenagoa on Tuesday, Acting Chairman George Turnah […] The post PDP Crisis: Bayelsa Chapter Aligns With Wike, G5 Over Southern Ticket Push appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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