43 m. ago “Most Nigerians See Politics As Lucrative Business” – EFCC Boss

Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Olanipekun Olukoyede has expressed displeasure over Nigerians’ approach to governance in the country. Speaking at the 38th Anti-Corruption Situation Room in Abuja on Thursday, the EFCC’s boss stated that leadership position is not as easy as people sees it. He emphasized that some individuals, who promised to […] The post “Most Nigerians See Politics As Lucrative Business” – EFCC Boss appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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47 m. ago FAAC Disburses N1.703trn To Federal, State, Local Govts As January Revenue

A total sum of N 1.703 trillion, being January 2025 federation account revenue, has been shared to the federal, State and local governments in the country by the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). The outcome of the FAAC meeting was announced after a similar meeting for sharing of the statutory revenues was deadlocked last week […]

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52 m. ago Police Nab 2 Female Child Traffickers, Reject ₦1m Bribe In Imo

Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have rescued two children from their female abductors in two separate incidents, even as they rejected a ₦1million offer as bribe. Police spokesperson in the state, DSP Henry Okoye disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday. Okoye disclosed that on February 4th 2025, operatives […]

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70 m. ago Nigeria, ITU, Others Brainstorm On Submarine Cable Resilience

Nigeria, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), Portugal and other stakeholders, have taken steps to proffer solutions to the disruptions of submarine cables and strengthening resilience to protect the infrastructure that is central to growth and sustenance of global digital economy. This was the crux of the ITU International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit that commenced in […]

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83 m. ago RMAFC Kicks As State, Local Gov’ts Breach Remuneration Law For Office

The Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) and the House of Representatives, have expressed displeasure over the serial flouting of the provisions of the nation’s Remuneration Act which they say has been observed in breach by the State and Local governments. RMAFC chairman, Dr. Mohammed Bello Shehu, said whereas the Remuneration Act was enacted […]

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89 m. ago Speaker Meranda Stripped Of Security Protection Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly

All security aides attached to Speaker Mojisola Meranda of the Lagos State House of Assembly have been withdrawn. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that as of Thursday morning, security details attached to the speaker including police officers have been withdrawn. The development is coming amid leadership crisis within the Assembly. Recall that former speaker, Mudashiru Obasa was […] The post Speaker Meranda Stripped Of Security Protection Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Airtel Plans $500m Investment In Nigeria As Telco Chair Meets Tinubu, Defends Tariff Hike

A delegation from Airtel, led by its founder and chairman, Sunil Bharti Mittal, met with President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja on Thursday to discuss the company’s ongoing investments in Nigeria and the recent tariff hike in the telecommunications sector. Speaking to State House correspondents after the meeting with President Tinubu, Mittal […]

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1 hour ago Lagos Assembly Members Reject Obasa, Reaffirm Meranda As Speaker

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected claims by the ousted Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, that he was back in office and remained the Speaker. LEADERSHIP reports that Obasa, escorted by a large contigent of security operatives, stormed the House of Assembly on Thursday, declaring that he was back in office. The development […]

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2 h. ago Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’

Tribune Online Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ …describes Thursday’s event as Uncalled for, charade and embrassment  The 36 lawmakers of the Lagos State House of Assembly loyal to the Speaker, Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, have called on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to communicate their stand regarding the speakership tussle in the house as against rumours making rounds.  The Spokesman […] Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Alia’s Removal Of Benue CJ, Suspension Of Lawmakers Height Of Illegality – APC Forum

The Benue South All Progressives Congress (APC) has called the removal of Benue State Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese, and the suspension of some members of the State Assembly as the height of illegality in the state. The forum further berated and condemned recent developments, which included alleged state-backed thuggery in Benue State. In a […]

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3 h. ago In Loving Memory Of A Devoted Husband, Father And Grandfather

Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un Allaahummaghfir li Bello Muhammad Usman warfa’ darajatahu fil-mahdiyyeena, wakhlufhu fee ‘aqibihi fil-ghaabireena, waghfir-lanaa wa lahu yaa Rabbal-‘aalameena, wafsah lahu fee qabrihi wa nawwir lahu feehi O Allah, forgive Bello Muhammad Usman and elevate his station among those who are guided. Send him along the path of those who came […]

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3 h. ago NAF Probes Civilian’s Death During Altercation With Personnel In Kaduna

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has ordered a probe into an incident involving its personnel and some civilians at Unguwan Gangare, Barakallahu, in Kaduna State. The incident, which occurred on February 26, 2025, resulted in injuries to some individuals and death of one civilian. A statement by the NAF Spokesman, Air Vice Marshal Olusola Akinboyewa, […]

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3 h. ago PICTORIAL: Aiyedatiwa Inaugurates Cabinet, Tasks Members On Delivery Of Promises

Ondo State governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Thursday swore in members of his cabinet, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to rapid and effective governance. Governor Aiyedatiwa also stated that his team is in a hurry to fulfil the promises made to the people during the electioneering campaign. The governor stated this on Thursday during the swearing-in […]

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4 h. ago Natasha demands live broadcast of Senate probe for transparency

The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has insisted that her probe proceedings at the Senate be broadcast live, declaring that Nigerians have a right to witness the process. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was referred to the Senate’s Ethics and Disciplinary Vommittee following her face-off with Senate President, Godswill Akpabio over a seating arrangement, said she was Read More

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4 h. ago Anambra Monarch Drags 2 Town Union Leaders To Court Over Alleged Assault

The traditional ruler of Nimo Community in Njikoka local government area of Anambra State, Owelle Maximus Ike Oliobi has dragged two leaders of his town union before a Magistrate Court for allegedly assaulting him and members of his cabinet. The accused persons who were arraigned before the Abagana Magistrate Court 3 presided by Magistrate Obiora […]

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5 h. ago Oladoja Elected New NANS President, Vows To Revolutionise Student Welfare

Comrade Olushola Oladoja has been elected as the new National President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). As part of his agenda, he has outlined plans for a nationwide campus tour aimed at addressing pressing issues in tertiary institutions and fostering a more inclusive, student-centered leadership. Addressing a press conference in Abuja on […]

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5 h. ago Senate affairs: It’s about time I break my silence — Senator Natasha

Tribune Online Senate affairs: It’s about time I break my silence — Senator Natasha This petition came to my notice a few hours ago. "In as much as I have refrained from publicly speaking on the matter and a lot of occurrences at the Senate under Senate President Akpabio, it’s about time I break my silence. Senate affairs: It’s about time I break my silence — Senator Natasha Tribune Online

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5 h. ago BREAKING: ‘I’m Back To Office As Lagos Speaker’, Obasa Declares

The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, announced on Thursday that he has returned and assumed the position of Speaker of the Assembly. Obasa stated this after returning to the Assembly for the first time since after his impeachment on January 13. “I’ve resumed and I remain the Speaker of […]

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5 h. ago Gov AbdulRazaq Excited As Kwara Student Hamdalat Wins National Tax Debate

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has congratulated Hamdalat Eniola Agboola of Queen Elizabeth School Ilorin on her emergence as the champion in the recently held National Tax Debate in Abuja. Hamdalat recorded 85 per cent score to beat all other contestants, emerging the national ambassador of the Society of Women In Taxation (SWIT) for […]

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6 h. ago Threat To Life: Afenifere Asks Tinubu To Protect NAFDAC Boss, Others

The apex Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has urged President Bola Tinubu to fortify security around the Director General of the National Agency for Food, Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Prof Mojisola Adeyeye, and other public officials. NAFDAC DG had on Wednesday raised the alarm about threats to her life and that of some staff of […]

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