29 m. ago Natasha demands live broadcast of Senate probe for transparency

The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has insisted that her probe proceedings at the Senate be broadcast live, declaring that Nigerians have a right to witness the process. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was referred to the Senate’s Ethics and Disciplinary Vommittee following her face-off with Senate President, Godswill Akpabio over a seating arrangement, said she was Read More

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68 m. ago Senate affairs: It’s about time I break my silence — Senator Natasha

Tribune Online Senate affairs: It’s about time I break my silence — Senator Natasha This petition came to my notice a few hours ago. "In as much as I have refrained from publicly speaking on the matter and a lot of occurrences at the Senate under Senate President Akpabio, it’s about time I break my silence. Senate affairs: It’s about time I break my silence — Senator Natasha Tribune Online

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3 h. ago It’s time to break my silence on Akpabio’s leadership — Akpoti

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the senator representing Kogi Central has said she is ready to break her silence on the leadership of read more It’s time to break my silence on Akpabio’s leadership — Akpoti-Uduaghan

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4 h. ago Elon Musk is US shadow president, operating as VP, says Dino Melaye

By Seyi Babalola Former Kogi West Senator Dino Melaye has labeled the head of the United States, Department of Government Efficiency, DOGE, Elon Musk, as America’s shadow president. Melaye said Musk is also operating as the US Vice President. Posting on X, Melaye wrote: “Elon Musk is the real shadow president and operating vice president […] The post Elon Musk is US shadow president, operating as VP, says Dino Melaye appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Senate Probe: I Am Ready To Drop A Bombshell — Senator Natasha

The Senator representing Kogi Central in the Senate, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has said that she was set to break her silence over her recent face-off with Senate President Godswill Akpabio and ‘a lot of occurrences’ in the Senate. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan disclosed this on her verified Facebook page on Thursday morning in reaction to a petition written […]

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6 h. ago Anambra farmers laud Remi Tinubu’s renewed hope agricultural programme

Tribune Online Anambra farmers laud Remi Tinubu’s renewed hope agricultural programme Over 200 farmers in Anambra, have lauded the First Lady of Nigeria and National Chairman of the Renewed Hope Initiative, Senator Oluremi Tinubu over the strides and impact recorded by the initiative. Anambra farmers laud Remi Tinubu’s renewed hope agricultural programme Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, othres as Diri empowers 2,800

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government has honoured former president, Goodluck Jonathan as an Ambassador of Education for his contribution to the development and growth of education in the state. Also honoured were the former governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission […] The post Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, othres as Diri empowers 2,800 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, others as Diri empowers 2,800

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Bayelsa State government has honoured former president, Goodluck Jonathan as an Ambassador of Education for his contribution to the development and growth of education in the state. Also honoured were the former governor and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission […] The post Bayelsa honours Jonathan, Dickson, Alaibe, others as Diri empowers 2,800 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Nigeria’s capital market, ticket to economic stability—VP Shettima

Tribune Online Nigeria’s capital market, ticket to economic stability—VP Shettima The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Senator Kashim Shettima, has underscored the significance of the nation’s capital market, describing it as the country’s ticket to economic stability. He stated this at the 50th inaugural lecture of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, on Wednesday, where he was represented by the Minister of […] Nigeria’s capital market, ticket to economic stability—VP Shettima Tribune Online

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21 h. ago BREAKING: Dangote slashes petrol loading price to N825/litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery, on Wednesday, announced a reduction in the ex-depot (gantry) price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, commonly referred to as petrol, by N65.00. This means the price will drop from N890 to N825 per litre, effective Thursday, February 27, 2025, a statement by the refinery stated. According to Dangote, this adjustment is Read More

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28 h. ago NNPP crisis deepens as national leadership dismisses suspension of senator, others

The National leadership of the New Nigeria People’s Party has described the purported suspension of the party’s senator and three other House of Representatives members as a ruse. The Kwankwasia group, led by Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, had announced the suspension of four senior party members, including Senator Kawu Sumaila, Ali Madakin Gini, Sani Abdullahi Rogo, Read More

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37 h. ago Senate accuses CBN of frustrating N30tn Ways and Means probe

The Senate ad hoc Committee investigating the Ways and Means facility provided to the Federal Government from 2015 to 2023 has accused the Central Bank of Nigeria of hindering its efforts to determine how the loans were utilised. The chairman of the committee, Senator Isah Jibrin, made the allegation after receiving an interim report from Read More

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38 h. ago Senate backs Akpabio as Natasha files N100.3bn defamation suit

The Senate, on Tuesday, on Tuesday, threw its weight behind the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, as the senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Mrs Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, filed a N100.3bn defamation lawsuit against Akpabio. The suit was  a fallout of the clash between Akpabio and the female Kogi lawmaker last week over the relocation of her Read More

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38 h. ago Tax reform: Senate plans review as Customs, ASUU fault provisions

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, on Tuesday, warned against the proposed withdrawal of the education tax to the Tertiary Education Trust Fund as contained in the tax reform bills currently undergoing public hearing at the National Assembly. The President of the union, Prof Emmanuel Osodeke, said the scrapping of TETFund could lead to the Read More

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38 h. ago Afenifere backs Kalu, says declaring Abiola President long overdue

The Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, on Tuesday, said declaring of the late winner of the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election, Chief MKO Abiola, as President post-humously was long overdue. Afenifere’s National Publicity Secretary, Justice Faloye,  stated this in an interview with The PUNCH, backing an earlier call on Tuesday by Senator Orji Kalu from Read More

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38 h. ago FG mourns death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda, orders probe

The Federal Government on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of Nigerian professional footballer, Abubakar Lawal, in Uganda. The Federal Government, in a statement issued by the acting spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, conveyed heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and the entire Nigerian football community. Lawal, who was Read More

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40 h. ago Analysts Upbeat About APC Victory In Edo Central Senatorial Poll

As the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) prepares to conduct several by-elections, including one for the Edo Central Senatorial District in Edo State, political analysts have predicted a win for the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC). According to pundits, the Edo Central Senatorial District stands out as a key battleground, not just in Edo State […]

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42 h. ago CBN frustrating probe into N30trn ‘ways and means’ advance — Senate panel

Tribune Online CBN frustrating probe into N30trn ‘ways and means’ advance — Senate panel The Senate Ad-hoc Committee investigating the N30 trillion Ways Means advance incurred by the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday, accused the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) of frustrating the probe. CBN frustrating probe into N30trn ‘ways and means’ advance — Senate panel Tribune Online

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42 h. ago Minister urges agencies to adopt INTERPOL strategies to tackle insecurity

The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called on security agencies in Nigeria to adopt international policing standards, particularly those employed by INTERPOL, to address the country’s growing security challenges. Speaking at a workshop organised by the Ministry of Police Affairs in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and the National Central Bureau Read More

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42 h. ago Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says

From Idu Jude, Abuja The leadership of the Obidient Movement has again debunked the rumour that Mr Peter Obi was involved in the activities of the late Senator Arthur Nzeribe’s defunct Association for Better Nigeria (ABN) during the struggle for democracy. The group, in a press statement on Tuesday, noted that, for the umpteenth time, […] The post Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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