59 m. ago New Excise Bill threatens Tinubu’s fiscal reform agenda, OPS warns

The Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPS), comprising the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), read more New Excise Bill threatens Tinubu’s fiscal reform agenda, OPS warns

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79 m. ago ‘Worry About Tinubu’s Age, Identity, Not Atiku’s Party Choice’, Ex

The media office of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has fired back at the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), accusing it of hypocrisy and deflection over comments mocking Atiku’s choice of membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In a statement issued on Thursday by Phrank Shaibu, Atiku’s Senior Special Assistant […]

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2 h. ago Rewane sees inflation cooling to 15.3%, GDP slowing to 3.96% in Q3

Nigeria’s inflation is expected to further slow to 15.3 percent in November, marking the eighth consecutive decline as the economy read more Rewane sees inflation cooling to 15.3%, GDP slowing to 3.96% in Q3

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3 h. ago IGP Obeys Tinubu’s Order, Withdraws 11,566 Police Escorts From VIPs

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn a total of 11,566 police officers attached to private citizens across the country. This was in compliance with the directive of President Bola Tinubu over rising insecurities across the country. IGP Egbetokun gave the confirmation on Thursday while speaking at a meeting with strategic police […]

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5 h. ago JUST IN: Tinubu’s govt breaks silence on military coup in Guinea

President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has broken its silence on Wednesday’s military coup in

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7 h. ago Trump’s comment forced Tinubu’s acknowledgement of insecurity — SDP’s Adebayo

“A single tweet from Trump was what made President Tinubu realise the enormity of the insecurity in the country...

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12 h. ago No Proof Yet That Kidnapped Anglican Priest Achi Is Dead — Activist Gwamnishu

Human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has stated that there was ‘no clear confirmation yet’ that the kidnapped Kaduna-based Anglican priest, Venerable Edwin Achi, has been killed, despite viral reports and a formal announcement by the Anglican Diocese of Kaduna confirming his death in captivity. Gwamnishu clarified this while reacting to the growing public concern and […]

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14 h. ago Don’t Assign Our Cases To ‘Courts Of Particular Concern’, PDP Urges Abuja Chief Judge

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has pleaded with the chief judge of the Federal High Court in Abuja, Justice John Terhemba Tsoho, not to assign cases involving it to three judges (names withheld). The party claimed that the courts of these judges are viewed by it and the public as “courts of particular concern” with […]

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17 h. ago Issues as NUC vows to begin crackdown on illegal universities

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has become increasingly concerned about the proliferation of illegal universities in Nigeria, the institutions, the commission termed “degree mills institutions”. The commission has vowed to go against the promoters and prosecute them accordingly. Executive secretary of NUC, Professor Abdullahi Yusufu Ribadu, in an outburst recently raised several issues of concern […]

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25 h. ago Lawmakers raise concern over roaming cattle, horses on Kwara roads

The Kwara House of Assembly raises alarm over roaming cattle causing accidents, urging strict enforcement of laws to protect motorists and ensure road safe Read More: https://punchng.com/lawmakers-raise-concern-over-roaming-cattle-horses-on-kwara-roads/

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26 h. ago Abia: Gov. Otti Unseals Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Office, Says Building Was Sealed For Owing Ground Rent Since 1982 – Gov Otti

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has explained that the sealing of the Renewed Hope Agenda office situated at Ojike Street Umuahia, is not politically motivated, contrary to misinterpretation by members of the opposition. According to the governor, the property was sealed by the state’s Harmonised Task Force as part of “a blanket enforcement of […] The post Abia: Gov. Otti Unseals Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Office, Says Building Was Sealed For Owing Ground Rent Since 1982 – Gov Otti appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago AfDB approves $500m loan to Nigeria for economic, energy reforms

The African Development Bank has approved a $500m loan for Nigeria’s economic reforms, supporting fiscal policy, energy transition, and climate action. Read More: https://punchng.com/afdb-approves-500m-loan-to-nigeria-for-economic-energy-reforms/

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34 h. ago Alleged N4bn Fraud: EFCC Insists Obiano’s Trial Should Continue Before Justice Ekwo

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has asked the Federal High Court in Abuja to allow the ongoing trial of former Anambra State governor, Willie Obiano, to continue before Justice Inyang Ekwo, instead of restarting afresh before a new judge. The request was disclosed in a statement shared by the anti-graft agency on its […]

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36 h. ago ICYMI: Why security agencies don’t reveal details of rescue operations — Tinubu’s aide

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy, Sunday Dare, has explained why security agencies do not release full details of rescue operations, following the abduction and rescue of

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37 h. ago ICYMI: Trump pardons two turkeys from appearing on Thanksgiving dinner plates

Although Abraham Lincoln was said to have spared a turkey at his son’s request, the modern “pardon” tradition began in 1989, when President George H.W. Bush...

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37 h. ago Nigeria is fighting for its survival, US must not stand aside

THE United States’ designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern has reignited conversation across diplomatic, security, and human rights circles. The CPC mechanism under the International Religious Freedom Act is vital, but its application must be precise. In Nigeria’s case, the designation misidentifies the problem and risks damaging a crucial partnership at a […]

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37 h. ago Insecurity: Governor Sule Praises Tinubu’s Handling Of US Security Concerns

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his “calm and mature” response to US President Donald Trump’s remarks regarding insecurity in Nigeria. Recall that Trump recently designated Nigeria as a ‘Country of Particular Concern’ (CPC) and criticised the Nigerian government, citing widespread reports of genocide against Christians. Speaking on Arise TV’s […]

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47 h. ago Thanksgiving: Trump pardons two turkeys from appearing on dinner plates

Although Abraham Lincoln was said to have spared a turkey at his son’s request, the modern “pardon” tradition began in 1989, when President George H.W. Bush...

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54 h. ago Kwara church kidnap: Why security agencies don’t reveal details of rescue missions — Tinubu’s aide

The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy, Sunday Dare, has explained why security agencies do not release full details of rescue operations, following the abduction and rescue of

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55 h. ago Tinubu’s wife extends ‘Flow with Confidence’ menstrual hygiene programme to Oyo

First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has extended her “Flow With Confidence” menstrual hygiene programme to

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