18 h. ago Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies

Tribune Online Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies The spokesman for the House of Representatives and lawmaker representing Ekiti North I (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, Akintunde Rotimi, has condemned the lynching of a group of travellers by youths along the Uromi-Obajana Road in Edo State. Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Agbese seeks Reps’ intervention in Benue, Zamfara assemblies’ crises

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The deputy spokesman of the House of Representatives has appealed to the House of Representatives to intervene in the crisis rocking the Benue and Zamfara states houses of assembly. Agbese made the call while laying a petition by a group of 200 lawyers, calling on the parliament to intervene in the […] The post Agbese seeks Reps’ intervention in Benue, Zamfara assemblies’ crises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court

Tribune Online Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court The PDP governors, comprising those of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara states, argued that the President lacks the constitutional power to suspend a democratically elected governor and deputy governor, contending that the appointment of a sole administrator is unconstitutional. Rivers crisis: PDP govs challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule at Supreme Court Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Opposition party declares jailed Istanbul Mayor presidential candidate

Istanbul’s embattled Ekrem Imamoglu was officially nominated as a presidential candidate by the opposition CHP party for the 2028 elections, a party spokesman told AFP on Monday. The Republican People’s Party, the main opposition party and the second largest party in parliament held a primary election on Sunday, at which the only candidate was Imamoglu, Read More

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1 week ago Rivers: Fubara responds to Tinubu’s allegations, fingers Wike in ongoing crisis

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has responded to President Bola Tinubu’s allegations following the latter’s recent broadcast. Fubara, whose suspension was announced by Tinubu, spoke in a statement issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi on Thursday. The governor, who has been replaced by a sole administrator by Tinubu’s declaration, countered the claim that he […] The post Rivers: Fubara responds to Tinubu’s allegations, fingers Wike in ongoing crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation Of 6 As AMCON Board Members

President Bola Tinubu has forwarded the names of six nominees to the Senate for screening and confirmation as members of the Board of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON). The President’s request was contained in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary on Wednesday in Abuja. In the letter, Tinubu explained that […]

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1 week ago Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation Of 6 Nominees As AMCON Board Members

President Bola Tinubu has forwarded the names of six nominees to the Senate for screening and confirmation as members of the Board of Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON). The President’s request was contained in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary on Wednesday in Abuja. In the letter, Tinubu explained that […]

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1 week ago Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration, end to Rivers crisis — Group

Tribune Online Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration, end to Rivers crisis — Group The declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, was both “imperative and inevitable,” the Concerned Citizens of Rivers State (CC 23) has said. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the group’s convener, Dr. Ken Robinson, expressed hope that the measure would end the crisis […] Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration, end to Rivers crisis — Group Tribune Online

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1 week ago Rivers crisis: Fubara reacts to Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration

Press statement by suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara on the state of emergency declared in Rivers State: My dear Rivers People, I address you today with a deep sense of responsibility and calm, as we navigate this unfortunate moment in our state’s political history. Since assuming office as your Governor, all my actions and decisions have […] The post Rivers crisis: Fubara reacts to Tinubu’s state of emergency declaration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu sought Reps approval for Rivers emergency rule – Spokesman

President Bola Tinubu has formally written to the House of Representatives, seeking legislative approval for the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The request, made in accordance with Section 305 of the Constitution, follows heightened security concerns and political instability in the oil-rich state. Spokesman for the House of Representatives, Akin Rotimi, Read More

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1 week ago Rivers: NASS leadership duly consulted by Tinubu before declaring state of emergency — Reps

Tribune Online Rivers: NASS leadership duly consulted by Tinubu before declaring state of emergency — Reps The House of representatives' Spokesman, Rep. Akin Rotimi has affirmed that the leadership of National Assembly was duly consulted by President Bola Tinubu before the declaration of the state of emergency in Rivers State. Rivers: NASS leadership duly consulted by Tinubu before declaring state of emergency — Reps Tribune Online

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1 week ago Rivers crisis: Tinubu’s letter to be read on Wednesday — Reps Spokesman

Tribune Online Rivers crisis: Tinubu’s letter to be read on Wednesday — Reps Spokesman Rotimi confirmed this during an exclusive chat with Tribune Online, saying "I believe that Mr. President's letter would have been transmitted and be read in the Parliament tomorrow." Rivers crisis: Tinubu’s letter to be read on Wednesday — Reps Spokesman Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Reps secure 7 major oil firms’ commitment to settle $37.4m debt

The House of Representatives has secured the commitment of seven major oil companies to pay the $37,435,094.52 (approximately N58 billion) owed the country before August. This is contained in a statement issued by the Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Rep. Akin Rotimi Jr., in Abuja, yesterday. Rotimi listed the affected companies as Belema Oil, […] The post Reps secure 7 major oil firms’ commitment to settle $37.4m debt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Natasha’s suspension: Senate rules out reversal, Akpabio queries suit

The Senate, on Monday, ruled out a reversal of the six-month suspension imposed on Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central. Senate spokesman, Yemi Adaramodu, speaking exclusively with The PUNCH on Monday, dismissed any pressure to reinstate Akpoti-Uduaghan, emphasising that the legislative body would adhere strictly to its rules. He said, “There is no pressure Read More

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