3 h. ago 2027: Why Atiku, Obi, Jonathan can’t defeat Tinubu — Orji Kalu

The lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Kalu, believes that former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, will be unable to overcome President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The former Governor of Abia State stated this hope in an interview with […] The post 2027: Why Atiku, Obi, Jonathan can’t defeat Tinubu — Orji Kalu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Why NDLEA okayed regulated cannabis oil export, opposed local use – Marwa

By Christopher Oji Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency(NDLEA), has said that the Agency is not averse to the controlled and regulated export of cannabis oil to countries that  desire it but remains opposed to its local consumption. Speaking at a stakeholders workshop themed “Cannabis Oil Debate: The Path Forward for […] The post Why NDLEA okayed regulated cannabis oil export, opposed local use – Marwa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Reps reject US’ bill alleging religious killings, ‘country of particular concern’ designation

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives has kicked against a Bill by the United States Senate, alleging the killing of Christians in Nigeria and rejected moves to designate it as a “Country of Particular Concern (CPC).” The House, while condemning all forms of violence and persecution against any person or group on the […] The post Reps reject US’ bill alleging religious killings, ‘country of particular concern’ designation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ethiopian Airlines expresses readiness to support Nigeria Air’s review

Tribune Online Ethiopian Airlines expresses readiness to support Nigeria Air’s review The Group Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines, Mesfin Tasew, has said the airline won’t reject any decision by the Federal Government to either suspend indefinitely or resume the national carrier project. Tasew, who stressed that the East African carrier did not initially show interest in participating in the Nigeria Air project, said the decision […] Ethiopian Airlines expresses readiness to support Nigeria Air’s review Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Olofinjana unveiled as SuperWinleague Lottery Brand Ambassador

Former Super Eagles midfielder and Chelsea of England Africa Chief Scouting Manager, Seyi George Olofinjana was on Wednesday, in Lagos, unveiled as the brand Ambassador of new lottery brand, SuperWinleague Lottery and football project. Speaking during the launch of the brand at the MTN office at Falomo, the Chief Operating officer of DayEmpire Sports Marketing […] The post Olofinjana unveiled as SuperWinleague Lottery Brand Ambassador appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago PDP chieftain seeks implementation of S’Court ruling on LG autonomy

Tribune Online PDP chieftain seeks implementation of S’Court ruling on LG autonomy Drawing from his time as council chairman, Elder Oyelese lamented that local governments have lost much of their independence. PDP chieftain seeks implementation of S’Court ruling on LG autonomy Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Alleged Forgery: Senate ‘Not Supposed To Vet’ Presidemtial Nominee’s Certificates — Orji Kalu

The Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has said that the Senate was not mandated to verify the academic certificates of ministerial or any nominee, stressing that the legislative chamber’s role ‘is limited to screening and confirmation of persons nominated for appointment by the president. Kalu stated this while reacting to the recent controversy […]

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11 h. ago “If God Gives Me Life, I’ll Be Nigeria’s President Someday” — Orji Uzor Kalu

Former Abia State Governor and current Senator representing Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has said that he could become Nigeria’s president at any age as long as he remains alive and healthy. Kalu made the remark on Wednesday,  during an interview on Channels Television’s political programme, Politics Today Speaking about his political ambition, the lawmaker […] The post “If God Gives Me Life, I’ll Be Nigeria’s President Someday” — Orji Uzor Kalu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago 55,000 New Registrations Recorded As INEC Extends CVR Exercise In FCT

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced an extension of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The extension was confirmed in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, by Victoria Eta-Messi, Director of the Voter Education and Publicity Department. According to Eta-Messi, the registration exercise, initially scheduled to […] The post 55,000 New Registrations Recorded As INEC Extends CVR Exercise In FCT appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago INEC Prepares For Upcoming Election As Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche

Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has handed over to May Agbamuche in acting capacity. The handover took place during a meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners at INEC headquarters in Abuja, on Tuesday. Agbamuche, the oldest serving National Commissioner within INEC, assumes the role temporarily until a substantive chairman is […] The post INEC Prepares For Upcoming Election As Yakubu Hands Over To Agbamuche appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Senate resolves to invite Defence Minister, Army Chief, IGP over recent attacks

Demands military base in Kwara South From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate on Wednesday, October 8, resolved to summon the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, and the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to explain the rising wave of insecurity across parts of the country. This is […] The post Senate resolves to invite Defence Minister, Army Chief, IGP over recent attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Switzerland Extends Partial Unemployment Benefits To Dampen Tariff Shock

Partial unemployment in Switzerland refers to workers forced to reduce their hours or not work at all, while still remaining officially on staff -- with the government paying part of their salary. The post Switzerland Extends Partial Unemployment Benefits To Dampen Tariff Shock appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐬 R𝐞𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐔𝐒 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞’𝐬 Claim Of ‘G𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞’ A𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 Nigerian 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬

The Nigerian House of Representatives has rejected a claim by the United States Senate describing the country’s security challenges as a ‘genocide against Christians’ or state-sponsored persecution. The lawmakers, on Wednesday, also took steps to stop the US proposed law to require the her Secretary of State to designate Nigeria a ‘Country of Particular Concern’ […]

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17 h. ago Why NDLEA okays regulated cannabis oil export, opposes local use — Marwa

Tribune Online Why NDLEA okays regulated cannabis oil export, opposes local use — Marwa The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig-Gen Mohamed Marwa (Rtd), has said that the Agency is not averse to the controlled and regulated export of cannabis oil... Why NDLEA okays regulated cannabis oil export, opposes local use — Marwa Tribune Online

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18 h. ago ‘Country of particular concern’: Reps reject US Senate’s designation of Nigeria

Tribune Online ‘Country of particular concern’: Reps reject US Senate’s designation of Nigeria "The House is mindful of Nigeria’s longstanding partnership with the United States on counter-terrorism, human rights... ‘Country of particular concern’: Reps reject US Senate’s designation of Nigeria Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Reps Condemn US Parliament’s Bill Alleging Religious Killings In Nigeria

Lawmakers argued that Nigeria is not facing a religious crisis and stressed the need for prompt diplomatic action. The post Reps Condemn US Parliament’s Bill Alleging Religious Killings In Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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19 h. ago How We Busted Nnaji’s Academic Certificate Fraud, By PT Editor

The Editor-in-Chief and Chief Operating Officer of Premium Times Newspaper, Musikilu Mojeed, has revealed how the media outlet uncovered the academic certificate fraud allegedly perpetrated by the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday night, Mojeed disclosed that the investigation began after a whistleblower alerted […]

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19 h. ago PICTORIAL: Obasanjo Commissions Bauchi’s New ICC, Hails Initiative

Nigeria’s former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, has pledged to accompany Governor Bala Mohammed anywhere in the world to attract investments for Bauchi State. Obasanjo made the promise while commissioning the newly built Bauchi International Conference Centre (ICC) during the Bauchi Investment Summit on Wednesday. The former President described the new ICC as a world-class facility […]

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20 h. ago Senate Confirms NNPCL’s Response to ₦210trn Audit Queries, Vows Thorough Review

A Senate committee had issued a three-week deadline to NNPCL’s chief executive officer, Engr. Ojulari, to provide answers regarding the N210 trillion flagged in audit reports. The post Senate Confirms NNPCL’s Response to ₦210trn Audit Queries, Vows Thorough Review appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 h. ago INEC: Yakubu Disregarded Opposition Parties, CUPP Secretary Ameh Alleges

The Former INEC Chair handed over to the commission's oldest serving National Commissioner in the electoral body, May Agbamuche, as the Acting National President.  The post INEC: Yakubu Disregarded Opposition Parties, CUPP Secretary Ameh Alleges appeared first on Channels Television.

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