45 m. ago Edo Guber: Action Alliance Disowns Omoaje, Hails Okpebholo’s Victory At Tribunal

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Action Alliance (AA) has commended the decision of the Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal dismissing the petition by the Adekunle Rufai Omoaje-led members of the party, which challenged the election of Edo State governor, Monday Okphebolo. The national chairman of the party, Chief Kenneth Udeze, in a […]

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2 h. ago Natasha hails INEC for rejecting recall bid, mocks detractors

The lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Thursday, commended the Independent National Electoral Commission for rejecting the process by some groups and individuals to recall her from the Senate. The Senator thanked the Nigerian electoral umpire for upholding justice constitutionally and refusing to bow to pressures from what she termed ‘undemocratic elements in Read More

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3 h. ago Recall: ‘Truly independent,’ Natasha hails INEC for upholding justice

Tribune Online Recall: ‘Truly independent,’ Natasha hails INEC for upholding justice Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan,representing Kogi Central, has applauded the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for rejecting the recent petition to recall her from the Senate, describing the move as a triumph of justice. Recall: ‘Truly independent,’ Natasha hails INEC for upholding justice Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Sanusi hails 2025 Beach Soccer League kick off in Birnin Kebbi

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Dr. Mohammed Sanusi (MON), General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has praised beach soccer stakeholders for their strong support of the sport in Nigeria. The 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL), now in its fifth season, began with Round One games on Monday, 31 March, in Birnin Kebbi, […] The post Sanusi hails 2025 Beach Soccer League kick off in Birnin Kebbi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Natasha Akpoti’s recall petition fails to get 50% signatures – INEC

The petition seeking the recall of the suspended Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has failed to read more Natasha Akpoti’s recall petition fails to get 50% signatures – INEC

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4 h. ago Trade war: Why Russia was excluded from Trump’s tariffs list — Reports

Tribune Online Trade war: Why Russia was excluded from Trump’s tariffs list — Reports Russia was notably absent from US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff list. White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt explained that the existing sanctions on Russia “preclude any meaningful trade.” She also pointed out that other countries facing similar sanctions, like Cuba, Belarus, and North Korea, were not included in the tariffs either. This exclusion is […] Trade war: Why Russia was excluded from Trump’s tariffs list — Reports Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Rivers Administrator Ibas Cancels All Pending Procurement, Tender Processes

The sole administrator of Rivers State, Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd), has cancelled all pending procurement and tender processes initiated under the administration of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara. President Bola Tinubu had on March 18, 2025, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, and consequently suspended Fubara, his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu and the State […]

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7 h. ago Rivers sole administrator cancels all pending procurement, tenders

Tribune Online Rivers sole administrator cancels all pending procurement, tenders The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has cancelled all pending procurement and tender processes the state government. In a special announcement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibibia Worika the government stated that the cancellation; “In adherence to the Supreme Court judgement upholding the Appeal Court ruling in […] Rivers sole administrator cancels all pending procurement, tenders Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Women group hails Tinubu for appointing Benue APC Chair as board chairman

Tribune Online Women group hails Tinubu for appointing Benue APC Chair as board chairman A sociopolitical women's group known as APC Women Vanguard has lauded the appointment of the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State, Benjamin Omale. Women group hails Tinubu for appointing Benue APC Chair as board chairman Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Bode George has slammed the President Bola Tinubu administration, saying it is worse than military rule. George, who spoke on the current crisis in Rivers State and the controversy surrounding suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, cited historical precedents, adding that they led to the collapse of the First […] The post Rivers, Natasha saga: Current administration worse than military rule – Bode George appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Group Dissociates Self From Natasha’s Visit, Says ‘We’re Apolitical’

A sociocultural group, Ebira Youth Congress (EYC), has disassociated itself from the homecoming of suspended Kogi Central senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to her Country home in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State. EYC in a statement signed by its president, Comrade Ahmed Bachido on Thursday in Lokoja said that the association was trying to […]

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10 h. ago Uromi Killings: Senator Barau Visits Victims’ Families, Donates N16m

Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin has visited Bunkure local government area of Kano State to sympathise with the families of the 16 travellers who were killed in Uromi, Esan North East LGA of Edo State. The victims hailed from Bunkure, Kibiya, Rano and Garko LGAs. The deputy president of the Senate met the families […]

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11 h. ago Rights Advocate Demands Fair Trial, Justice For Aisha Achimugu

Prominent social commentator and advocate for justice, Alvedor Weaver, has called for due process in the trial of the managing director of Felak Concept Group, Aisha Achimugu, accused of financial misconduct by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). He insisted that the case must be adjudicated within the framework of the judiciary rather than […]

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11 h. ago Achimugu: Don’t Be Dragged Into 2027 Polls, Arewa Group Tells EFCC

A Northern group, Arewa Youth Council for Justice has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to drop the wanted tag on socialite and businesswoman, Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu. Speaking yesterday in Abuja the national president and the national secretary of the group, Isak Mammud and Timothy Isaiah, respectively, declared that the intendment of the […]

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14 h. ago ‘US is our closest ally,’ UK Business Secretary insists despite Trump’s tariff

Tribune Online ‘US is our closest ally,’ UK Business Secretary insists despite Trump’s tariff “Nobody wants a trade war, and our intention remains to secure a deal. But nothing is off the table, and the government will do everything necessary to defend the UK’s national interest.” ‘US is our closest ally,’ UK Business Secretary insists despite Trump’s tariff Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Tinubu’s smartest move ever – Fayose hails removal of Kyari as NNPC boss

By John Ogunsemore Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose has praised President Bola Tinubu for removing Mele Kyari as the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). According to him, Kyari’s removal is the president’s smartest move ever. Fayose stated this in an X post on Wednesday. Special Adviser […] The post Tinubu’s smartest move ever – Fayose hails removal of Kyari as NNPC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago NCAA to suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has said henceforth it will suspend, fine and carry out other regulatory actions against foreign read more NCAA to suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

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17 h. ago Sokoto Assembly Lauds Gov Aliyu For Executing Projects Without Borrowing

The deputy speaker of Sokoto State House of Assembly, Kabir Ibrahim Kware, has commended Governor Ahmed Aliyu for executing numerous developmental projects without taking loans from any financial institution. He gave the commendation when he led the members of the legislature on Sallah’s homage to Gov. Aliyu. A statement issued by the press secretary to […]

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18 h. ago Worika’s appointment as SSG, call to service – N’Delta activist

The recent appointment of Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika as the Secretary to the Rivers State Government has generated reactions from various quarters, particularly within the Ijaw and riverine communities to which he belongs. But an Ijaw ethnic nationalist and former Nigerian international athlete, Deinma Afiesimama, has described his appointment and acceptance to serve as a Read More

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21 h. ago Okpebholo’s Intervention Averted National Crisis – Edo State SSG

The Secretary to the Edo State Government (SSG), Musa Ikhilor, has commended the people of Uromi for their role in rescuing 11 out of 27 travellers affected by the recent crisis. However, Ikhilor strongly condemned the killing of 16 individuals, describing it as unacceptable. He emphasised the need for peace and justice, urging all parties […] The post Okpebholo’s Intervention Averted National Crisis – Edo State SSG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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