22 m. ago Democrats grill homeland security chief over immigration crackdown

Democratic lawmakers grill Homeland Security chief Kristi Noem over the Trump administration’s harsh immigration crackdown, calling for her resignation. Read More: https://punchng.com/democrats-grill-homeland-security-chief-over-immigration-crackdown/

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4 h. ago No bill seeking to rename Nigeria as ‘United States of Nigeria’ — Reps

The Nigerian House of Representatives has dismissed online reports of an executive bill seeking to rename Nigeria as the ‘United States of Nigeria’. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-bill-seeking-to-rename-nigeria-as-united-states-of-nigeria-reps/

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7 h. ago Rivers speaker accuses Fubara of lying about meetings with lawmakers

Discover the latest on the Rivers political crisis. Speaker Martin Amaewhule accuses Gov. Fubara of lying about meetings, warning of renewed instability. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-speaker-accuses-fubara-of-lying-about-meetings-with-lawmakers/

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8 h. ago Senate refutes receiving petitions against Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees

The Nigerian Senate dismisses reports of receiving petitions against any of President Bola Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees currently undergoing screening. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-refutes-receiving-petitions-against-tinubus-ambassadorial-nominees/

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8 h. ago Court rejects sacked Osun APC chairmen’s plea to access council funds

An Oyo High Court dismisses an application by sacked Osun APC chairmen seeking to access frozen council funds, ruling they lack the legal standing to do so Read More: https://punchng.com/court-rejects-sacked-osun-apc-chairmens-plea-to-access-council-funds/

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10 h. ago Soludo seeks Anambra Assembly’s approval for virement in 2025 budget

He urged the House to consider and approve the draft virement for the 2025 Appropriation Bill without delay.

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10 h. ago Insecurity: Plateau gov meets defence minister, seeks collaboration

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang meets with the Minister of Defence to discuss new strategies and collaboration for tackling Plateau insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-plateau-gov-meets-defence-minister-seeks-collaboration/

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10 h. ago Amaewhule Accuses Fubara Of Lying, Reigniting Fresh Political Crisis In Rivers

Fubara had earlier dismissed speculations of a rift between him and federal or state lawmakers from the state. The post Amaewhule Accuses Fubara Of Lying, Reigniting Fresh Political Crisis In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago Hike in Airfares: House Of Reps. Seeks 50% Slash In Airport Charges, Auxiliary Taxes

The Federal Government through the Ministry of Aviation has been asked to intervene in the exorbitant cost of domestic air tickets by effecting a fifty percent reduction in airport charges and auxiliary taxes. The House of Representatives which passed the resolution at Thursday’s plenary is hoping that this will translate to a significant reduction in […] The post Hike in Airfares: House Of Reps. Seeks 50% Slash In Airport Charges, Auxiliary Taxes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Fubara Seeks Support For Tinubu, Reiterates Commitment To Inclusive Development

He said his administration is willing to work with all pro-Tinubu groups and stakeholders committed to the President’s re-election. The post Fubara Seeks Support For Tinubu, Reiterates Commitment To Inclusive Development appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 h. ago Awujale stool: You are not from our lineage — Fusengbuwa ruling house tells K1 De Ultimate

The Fusengbuwa ruling house of Ijebu Ode has distanced itself from Legendary Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, declaring that he is not a member of the family and therefore not eligible to contest for the vacant Awujale stool.

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12 h. ago Reps advocate establishment of specialised Medical College for Armed Forces

The House of Representatives on Thursday passed through Second Reading a bill seeking to establish a specialised medical college for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

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12 h. ago Reps back bill seeking to prohibit use of foreign currency for domestic transactions

Members of the House of Representatives on Thursday expressed overwhelming support for the bill, which seeks to prohibit the use of foreign currency for domestic transactions across the country.

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13 h. ago Soludo seeks 2025 budget adjustment approval from Anambra assembly

Anambra Governor Soludo requests legislative approval for a virement in the Anambra 2025 budget, citing emerging priorities and economic challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/soludo-seeks-2025-budget-adjustment-approval-from-anambra-assembly/

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15 h. ago Reps seek to amend CBN Act for better oversight, transparency

Nigeria’s House of Reps is set to amend the CBN Act to improve governance, transparency, and oversight, including separating the Governor and Chairman role Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seeks-to-amend-cbn-act-for-better-oversight-transparency/

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15 h. ago Reps seeks to amend CBN Act for better oversight, transparency

Nigeria’s House of Reps advances a CBN Act amendment to boost transparency, separate key roles, and enhance oversight on monetary policy decisions. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seeks-to-amend-cbn-act-for-better-oversight-transparency/

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15 h. ago VP Shettima Seeks Private Sector Push As Dangote Launches ₦100bn Scholarship Fund

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has flagged off the Aliko Dangote Foundation Education Scholarship Initiative, calling for stakeholders to recommit to building a future where every Nigerian child can become the best version of themselves. This is in line with the unveiling of a ₦100 billion annual education support programme by the President of […]

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15 h. ago Yuletide: Reps Call On FG To Grant Tax Waivers Amid Airfare Hikes

The resolution came after a debate on the soaring cost of flight fares. However, the lawmakers rejected proposals to subsidize airline tickets. The post Yuletide: Reps Call On FG To Grant Tax Waivers Amid Airfare Hikes appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Kaduna South Senator Restates Support For Peace, Humanitarian Cause

The lawmaker representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, has reiterated his commitment to peace, humanitarian support, and improved healthcare for his constituents. Senator Katung stated this during the delivery of essential relief materials to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) across communities affected by terrorism in the region. Mattresses, mosquito nets and blankets were […]

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17 h. ago ADC unveils Delta committee, vows to unseat Tinubu, Oborevwori

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) inaugurates its Delta committee, vowing to unseat President Tinubu and Governor Oborevwori in the 2027 election. Read More: https://punchng.com/adc-unveils-delta-committee-vows-to-unseat-tinubu-oborevwori/

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