52 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Reaffirms Support For Matawalle, Condemns Allegations Against Minister

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, amidst allegations of abuse of office from some quarters. In a statement by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the group categorically dismissed the claims as not only baseless but […]

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3 d. ago Peter Obi denies APC link, condemns toxic politics, blackmail

The former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has dismissed reports linking him with the All Progressive Congress, noting that he is not a member of the ruling party nor intending to be a member. Reacting to a report circulating on social media where he alleged that his name was mentioned in an APC gathering Read More

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3 d. ago Peter Obi denies APC link, rejects toxic politics, blackmail

The former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has dismissed reports linking him with the All Progressive Congress, noting that he is not a member of the ruling party nor intending to be a member. Reacting to a report circulating on social media where he alleged that his name was mentioned in an APC gathering Read More

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4 d. ago Presidency dismisses Atiku’s allegations as unfounded, baseless political distraction

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has dismissed recent allegations by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as unfounded and politically motivated. In a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency criticised Atiku’s claims of being investigated by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged […] The post Presidency dismisses Atiku’s allegations as unfounded, baseless political distraction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Why Akpabio won’t react to Atiku’s corruption, sexual abuse allegations – Aide

Eseme Eyiboh, media aide to the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has said his principal respects ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar and will, therefore, not respond to Atiku’s claim of corruption and sexual abuse against him. Eyiboh stated this in an interview with The PUNCH on Thursday. He was asked for his principal’s reaction to Atiku’s Read More

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7 d. ago Natasha: Senate Dismisses Sexual Harassment Petition Against Akpabio

The Senate, on Tuesday, dismissed a petition of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, filed by the suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (PDP, Kogi Central). The petitioner, Mr. Zuberu Yakubu, representing the suspended Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, accused the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions of bias and of denying him a fair hearing. Appearing […]

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8 d. ago ‘Stop Working On My Timetable’, Soyinka Defends Silence On Tinubu’s Administration

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, has dismissed calls for him to assess President Bola Tinubu’s administration, insisting he will speak when he has something meaningful to say. Speaking on Channels Television’s breakfast show, ‘The Morning Brief’, on Monday, Soyinka pushed back against expectations that he would automatically evaluate Tinubu’s administration after one year in office, […]

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1 week ago Shaibu denies viral video condemning emergency rule in Rivers

The immediate past deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has dismissed a viral video showing him criticising President Bola Tinubu over the suspension of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and members of the state House of Assembly. Shaibu, in a press statement by his media team on Thursday, described the video as Read More

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2 w. ago (UPDATED) Amosun to Dangote: Show Nigerians construction approvals for alleged demolished structures

Tribune Online (UPDATED) Amosun to Dangote: Show Nigerians construction approvals for alleged demolished structures THE former governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, has dismissed as deliberate mischief the claim by the President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, that his cement factory was demolished twice during his (Amosun) administration. Dangote had, while revealing plans to reconstruct Itori Cement Plant and also return to Olokola Free Trade Zone (FTZ) to […] (UPDATED) Amosun to Dangote: Show Nigerians construction approvals for alleged demolished structures Tribune Online

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2 w. ago I remain committed to APC — Ahmad Lawan dismisses defection rumours

Tribune Online I remain committed to APC — Ahmad Lawan dismisses defection rumours He also expressed his confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and the reforms being implemented. I remain committed to APC — Ahmad Lawan dismisses defection rumours Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria

Tribune Online Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria “While we are in no way admitting or authenticating the report of the U.S. Foreign Relations Committee, it is noteworthy to state that the committee’s report falls short of context and timelines,” he added. “President Bola Tinubu remains committed to promoting peace and religious tolerance.” Presidency dismisses U.S. Congressional claim of Christian persecution in Nigeria Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Malami dismisses Obasanjo’s corruption claims over presidential pardons

The immediate past Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has stated that decisions regarding presidential pardons are legal matters handled by a designated committee, with the Attorney General’s role limited to presenting the committee’s report. Malami made this clarification in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH on Friday while Read More

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3 w. ago Natasha: I never called for your resignation, Saraki chides Akpabio

A former governor of Kwara State, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has dismissed the subtle allegation by Senate President Godswill Akpabio that some notable “individuals” are seeking his removal from office following the sexual harassment scandal involving Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Saraki described the claims as “cheap politics and a trivialisation of a serious issue.” Saraki clarified his Read More

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4 w. ago “My Path To Lagos Governorship Doesn’t Depend On Tinubu” – Jandor

2023 Lagos State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has stated that he does not need President Bola Tinubu’s approval to become governor. Mr Adediran dismissed claims that Tinubu’s influence will determine his political success in Lagos. Speaking on Channels Television on Tuesday, Jandor stressed that leadership […] The post “My Path To Lagos Governorship Doesn’t Depend On Tinubu” – Jandor appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Accusing Male Senator Of Sexual Harassment Is Sign Of Weakness, Says Ex

Former Presidential Adviser and former federal lawmaker, Senator Florence Ita-Giwa, has dismissed claims of sexual harassment at the level of National Assembly, saying making such accusations by a female Senator was a sign of weakness. She stated that once a woman attained the position of Senator, she can no longer be a victim of sexual […]

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4 w. ago Alleged sexual advances, storm in a tea cup — Senate spokesperson

Tribune Online Alleged sexual advances, storm in a tea cup — Senate spokesperson Senator representing Ekiti South and Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Publicity Affairs, Yemi Adaramodu, has dismissed the raging allegation of sexual harassment levelled against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, as a storm in a teacup. Alleged sexual advances, storm in a tea cup — Senate spokesperson Tribune Online

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