42 m. ago Makinde Sympathises With Ayefele Over Fire Incident At Fresh FM

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed sympathy with the chairman of Fresh FM, Dr Yinka Ayefele and the management of the radio station over the Friday night fire incident which affected some segments of its headquarters in Ibadan, the state capital. Governor Makinde described the incident as unfortunate, noting, however, that he was thankful […]

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9 h. ago Bago Seeks Deeper Collaboration With Traditional Rulers To End Insecurity

Niger State governor, Umaru Bago, has called for a deeper collaboration with traditional institutions in the state to address insecurity in parts of the state. The governor made the call when he paid homage to the Sarkin Sudan of Kontagora at his palace in Kontagora. He expressed concern over the insecurity that is bedevilling the […]

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25 h. ago Niger Governor Bago tasks Traditional Rulers on security challenges in the country

 Calls for collaboration  From John Adams, Minna Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has said that the traditional rulers in the country has a great role to play towards addressing the security challenges bedevilling the country, adding that what is needed is proper collaboration between the government and the traditional institution to bring the situation […] The post Niger Governor Bago tasks Traditional Rulers on security challenges in the country appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Niger open to investments in transportation sector – Deputy Governor

From Steve Agbota, Minna The Niger State government has reiterated its readiness to welcome investments across all modes of transportation to drive economic growth and enhance public safety. Speaking on Thursday, the Deputy Governor, Yakubu Garba, said the State is committed to supporting initiatives that promote development while safeguarding lives. He said that the administration […] The post Niger open to investments in transportation sector – Deputy Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor

By Steve Agbota The Niger State Government has reiterated its readiness to welcome investments across all modes of transportation to drive economic growth and enhance public safety. Speaking on Thursday, August 14, the Deputy Governor, Comrade Yakubu Garba, said the State is committed to supporting initiatives that promote development while safeguarding lives. “First, let me […] The post Niger opens to investments in transportation sector — Deputy Governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Ebonyi Radio Station Lifts Suspension On GM Who Allegedly Criticized Nwifuru

Chikwere was suspended on Saturday, August 9, 2025, for allegedly criticising the State Governor Francis Nwifuru. The post Ebonyi Radio Station Lifts Suspension On GM Who Allegedly Criticized Nwifuru appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 d. ago SERAP, NGE sue Niger gov, NBC over alleged intimidation of Badeggi FM

Tribune Online SERAP, NGE sue Niger gov, NBC over alleged intimidation of Badeggi FM The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have filed a lawsuit against Niger State governor, Umar Bago and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over what they describe as the ongoing intimidation, harassment, and threats against Badeggi FM Radio, Minna, and its owner, Shuaibu Badeggi. The suit desigbated FHC/L/CS/1587/2025), […] SERAP, NGE sue Niger gov, NBC over alleged intimidation of Badeggi FM Tribune Online

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5 d. ago SERAP, NGE want court to stop Niger governor, NBC from intimidating Badeggi FM

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have filed a lawsuit against Umar Bago, Niger state governor and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over “the ongoing intimidation of Badeggi FM Radio, Minna, and the threat to shut down the station and weaponize the NBC and law enforcement agents to further […] The post SERAP, NGE want court to stop Niger governor, NBC from intimidating Badeggi FM appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago SERAP, NGE Sue Niger Governor Over Threat To Close Badeggi FM Radio

SERAP (Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project) and NGE (Nigerian Guild of Editors) have sued Niger Governor Umar Bago over threats to close Badeggi FM Radio. The suit, marked FHC/L/CS/1587/2025, was filed on Friday at the Federal High Court in Lagos. SERAP and NGE are seeking a perpetual injunction restraining the governor and the Nigerian Broadcasting […] The post SERAP, NGE Sue Niger Governor Over Threat To Close Badeggi FM Radio appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago SERAP, NGE sue Gov Bago, NBC over intimidation of Badeggi FM

By Seyi Babalola The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have dragged Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) to court over alleged intimidation, threats, and plans to shut down Minna-based Badeggi FM. In a suit filed at the Federal High Court in […] The post SERAP, NGE sue Gov Bago, NBC over intimidation of Badeggi FM appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Ebonyi Radio Station GM Suspended After Criticising Gov Nwifuru

The government faulted Chikwere, citing its support for the radio station, which included a new SUV, a transformer, and the construction of the road leading to the station. The post Ebonyi Radio Station GM Suspended After Criticising Gov Nwifuru appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 d. ago NGE, SERAP Ask Court To Protect Niger Radio Station From Intimidation

The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) and the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) have asked the Federal High Court in Lagos to restrain the Niger State governor, Umar Bago from shutting down a private radio station, Badeggi FM Radio. The NGE and SERAP also asked the court to stop the Governor from weaponising the […]

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6 d. ago NGE, SERAP Sue Gov Bago, NBC Over Threat On Niger Radio Station

They said that unless the reliefs sought were granted, the governor would continue to harass the radio station and its owner and might weaponise the NBC against the station. The post NGE, SERAP Sue Gov Bago, NBC Over Threat On Niger Radio Station appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 d. ago Negotiations With Bandits In Other States Causing Problem In Niger – Governor

Niger State governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has said that the negotiation with bandits by neighbouring states has caused an influx of bandits into his state. While decrying the infiltration of cattle rustlers and bandits into the state, he vowed not to engage in any form of negotiation. The governor spoke during a stakeholders consultative meeting […]

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9 d. ago Gov Bago distributes operational vehicles to heads of commissions, others in Niger

Tribune Online Gov Bago distributes operational vehicles to heads of commissions, others in Niger The governor acknowledged their commitment and dedication to public service and urged them to ensure the judicious use of the vehicles to achieve the desired objective. Gov Bago distributes operational vehicles to heads of commissions, others in Niger Tribune Online

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1 week ago Badeggi FM Radio closure: There is no political undertone, says Niger Government

Insists, Governor not afraid of contest in 2027 From John Adams, Minna The Niger State Government has dismissed the insinuations that the order by the Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago for the closure of the Minna based private FM Radio Station was politically motivated, insisting that some contents in its broadcast amount to incitement. The special […] The post Badeggi FM Radio closure: There is no political undertone, says Niger Government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Police confirm death of Niger Government consultant in Minna

Governor Bago mourns demise   From John Adams Minna The Niger State police command has confirmed the death of a consultant to the Niger State Government simply identified as Gregory Ossai Ozegbe in a government lodge in Minna, the state capital, on Saturday. The late Gregory, according to the police, was the CEO of Castle […] The post Police confirm death of Niger Government consultant in Minna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago IPI demands immediate reopening of shut radio station in Niger

Tribune Online IPI demands immediate reopening of shut radio station in Niger The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria has condemned the suspension of Badegi 90.1 FM, an independent radio station operating in Minna, Niger State. The closure was reportedly ordered by Governor Umaru Bago over the station’s alleged broadcast of content critical of his administration. This is contained in a statement jointly signed by IPI Nigeria president, […] IPI demands immediate reopening of shut radio station in Niger Tribune Online

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1 week ago SERAP to Gov Bago: Stop attacks on Badeggi radio, respect press freedom

Tribune Online SERAP to Gov Bago: Stop attacks on Badeggi radio, respect press freedom “The purported suspension of the licence of Badeggi FM radio station and closure of the station is a blatant violation of section 39 of the Nigerian Constitution... SERAP to Gov Bago: Stop attacks on Badeggi radio, respect press freedom Tribune Online

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1 week ago IPI Nigeria Demands Immediate Reopening Of Shut Niger Radio Station

The International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria has strongly condemned the closure of a Minna, Niger State-based independent radio station, Badegi 90.1 FM and demanded its immediate reopening. Badegi 90.1 FM was reportedly ordered shut by Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, during an expanded meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held on Friday, August […]

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