3 d. ago Adeleke’s emergence remains valid — Accord Party, S/West leader

As faction holds parallel guber primary Party accuses APC of organising it in party’s name Claim untrue — APC INEC unaware of primary In a communiqué read by the South-West National Vice Chairman of the party, Mr Paul Igbinsola, at the end of the emergency meeting held on Sunday in Ibadan, the stakeholders said that […]

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5 d. ago PDP faction appoints Enugu, Delta, Rivers’ caretaker committees

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has appointed caretaker committees to manage its chapters in Enugu, Delta, and Rivers states for up to 90 days. Read More: https://punchng.com/pdp-appoints-enugu-delta-rivers-caretaker-committees/

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1 week ago Ondo council chair seeks monarchs’ support to fight insecurity

Akure North’s chairman gives vehicles to monarchs to boost security surveillance and intelligence gathering, supporting the fight against insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-council-chair-seeks-monarchs-support-to-fight-insecurity/

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1 week ago FG begins payment of N185bn debts owed natural gas producers

The Federal Government has taken a decisive step to revitalise the gas industry and stabilise power generation after President Bola Tinubu authorised the settlement of N185 billion in long-standing debts owed to natural gas producers. The move, endorsed by the National Economic Council (NEC) headed by Vice President Kashim Shettima, marked one of the most […]

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2 w. ago ‘Musa’s Appointment Will Change Security Situation For Good’

National vice chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Northwest, Hon. Garba Datti Muhammad, has commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing the immediate past Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, as the new minister of defence. In a statement he issued yesterday, Muhammed expressed optimism that Musa’s appointment would improve the country’s security […]

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2 w. ago US Reps Probe ‘Religious Persecution Of Nigerians’, Backs Trump’s Moves

The United States House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the allegations of religious persecution of Nigerians. The House, through its Appropriations Committee, said it will continue to work closely with the President Donald Trump administration to combat religious persecution around the world. The House Appropriations Vice Chairman and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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2 w. ago US Reps Probe ‘Religious Persecution Of Nigerians’, Back Trump’s Moves

The United States House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the allegations of religious persecution of Nigerians. The House, through its Appropriations Committee, said it will continue to work closely with the President Donald Trump administration to combat religious persecution around the world. The House Appropriations Vice Chairman and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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2 w. ago US Lawmakers Hold Briefing On Rising Attacks, ‘Persecution’ Of Christians In Nigeria Wednesday

The United States House Appropriations Committee will this Tuesday hold a high-level congressional briefing to address the rising violence and alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. According to a notice shared by US Congressman Riley Moore on X, the session will be convened by House Appropriations Committee Vice Chair and National Security Subcommittee Chairman, Mario […]

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2 w. ago Journalists Are Nigeria’s Shield Against Dictatorship — Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has described Nigerian journalists as the nation’s primary defence against authoritarian rule, assuring that press freedom remains a non-negotiable pillar of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. VP Shettima noted that journalists have played a stabilising role during moments of national tension by correcting misinformation and holding power to account. Speaking on Tuesday […]

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2 w. ago NACCIMA appoints Adesoji Adesugba as national vice president for India affairs

The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has announced the appointment of Adesoji Adesugba, the read more NACCIMA appoints Adesoji Adesugba as national vice president for India affairs

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2 w. ago LP Crisis: Abure Hosts NEC Meeting With INEC Officials, Baba

Embattled national chairman of the Labour Party (LP), Julius Abure, on Friday, chaired a National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the party, attended by officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and former vice-presidential candidate, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed. The meeting, held at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja, came against the backdrop of ongoing […]

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2 w. ago PICTORIAL: Shettima, Ribadu Arrive Bauchi For Sheikh Dahiru’s Burial

Vice President Kashim Shettima and National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, on Friday arrived in Bauchi for the burial of the late renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Shettima and Ribadu landed at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport at about 1:35pm, where they were received by the Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, […]

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3 w. ago PDP appoints Orogu as acting National Vice Chairman, North Central

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved the appointment of Francis Orogu as the read more PDP appoints Orogu as acting National Vice Chairman, North Central

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3 w. ago Yewa North marks one year in office with inauguration of community projects

Chairman of Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, Dr. Olusola Akinbode, has marked his first year in office with an impressive record of developmental achievements spanning agriculture, education, infrastructure, healthcare, and staff welfare. Dr. Akinbode has exceeded public anticipation with wide-ranging projects that have touched nearly every sector of governance in the local […]

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3 w. ago Alumni push N500m revamp plan, seek partnership with stakeholders to revive school

ONDO State government has been urged to partner with old students’ associations to fix dilapidated buildings in public secondary schools across the state. National vice president of the Old Students Association of Ahmadiyya Grammar School, Ogbagi-Akoko (OSAAGSO), Surajudeen Abdulsalam-Alada, made the appeal in Akure during a press conference to herald the school’s 50th anniversary. Abdulsalam-Alada […]

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3 w. ago ‘Nigeria Needs US Assistance To Tackle Terrorism’, Says Archibong Isong

The National Vice President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), South South Zone, Archibong Emmah Isong, has stated that Nigeria lacks the political will to conquer terrorism. Isong made the remarks while speaking in an interactive session with journalists shortly after a prayer session by the Semakemek Support Group for an end to bloodshed […]

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4 w. ago Playing Tinubu’s Campaign Song At Judges’ Conference Reckless – Atiku

Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said replacing Nigeria’s national anthem with President Bola Tinubu’s campaign song, “On Your Mandate” during the recent judges conference was  reckless and deeply irresponsible. Atiku further described the situation as nothing short of an assault on Nigeria’s national dignity. The former vice president  said he was sent a video clip […]

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4 w. ago PICTORIAL: Encomiums As UNIJOS Bids INEC Chairman Amupitan Farewell

The Senate of the University of Jos (UNIJOS), on Tuesday, convened in a special session to formally celebrate Professor Joash Amupitan as he handed over his role as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) following his appointment as the new chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The event, chaired by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Tanko Ishaya, was […]

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