13 h. ago Senator Jika Endorses Plan To Convert ATBU To Conventional Varsity

A former lawmaker, Senator Haliru Jika, has expressed support for a proposed legislation to convert Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, from a university of technology to a conventional university, saying the move was important for human capital development, fair access to education, and economic growth in the region.   He stated his position at […]

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16 h. ago Kwankwaso unveils over 300 PhD holders at Kano scholars’ convention

Rabiu Kwankwaso unveils over 300 PhDs at the first convention for Kwankwasiyya scholars, a testament to his long-term investment in education in Kano State Read More: https://punchng.com/kwankwaso-unveils-over-300-phd-holders-at-kano-scholars-convention/

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20 h. ago Ebonyi federal varsity laments, says Enugu DisCo tariff threatens patients’ care 

The Management of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki in Ebonyi State, has raised an alarm over what it read more Ebonyi federal varsity laments, says Enugu DisCo tariff threatens patients’ care 

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21 h. ago Yoruba Youths Felicitate Seyi Tinubu, Abubakar On Conferment Of Chieftaincy Titles

Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has felicitated with the son of President Bola Tinubu, Mr Seyi, on his conferment on Sunday with the honorary chieftaincy title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland by the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade 1. The council also felicitated with a former Zamfara State Governor and current Senator, Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, […]

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23 h. ago Governor AbdulRazaq Prioritises Project Completion, Security In N644bn 2026 Budget

The Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the parliament on Monday, 22nd December, 2025. At least 65.95 per cent of the fiscal plan goes for capital expenditure, while the remaining will go into recurrent, such as supporting the poor and doubling down on workers’ welfare. The governor said the fiscal […]

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24 h. ago Senator Barau Pays N7m Withheld Entitlements Of Former Kano Council Chair

Deputy Senate president, Senator Barau Jibrin, has paid the withheld entitlements of a former chairman of Kano Municipal local government area, Fa’izu Alfindiki, following actions allegedly taken by the Kano State government. In a statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja, the special adviser to Barau on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, disclosed that his […]

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28 h. ago LP crisis: Abure warns Otti, others against parallel convention

The Labour Party crisis deepens as the Julius Abure-led NWC warns Gov. Alex Otti against plans for a parallel national convention, citing anti-party activi Read More: https://punchng.com/lp-crisis-abure-warns-otti-others-against-parallel-convention/

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30 h. ago Akpabio Greets Nigerians At Christmas, Urges Peace, Love, Unity

  The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated Nigerians, particularly Christians, on the occasion of the Christmas celebration, urging citizens to embrace peace, love and unity. In a statement issued to journalists on Wednesday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio stressed the importance of […]

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31 h. ago Christmas: Remi Tinubu Calls For Love, Compassion, Generosity

  The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Mrs Remi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to embrace love, compassion, kindness and generosity as they celebrate Christmas. In her Christmas message, Senator Tinubu said the Yuletide season, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ, should remind Nigerians of the values that unite them as […]

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31 h. ago LASTMA to close Adeniji Adele, CMS, Marina routes for Eyo procession

LASTMA announces road closures on Lagos Island for the Eyo Festival. See affected routes like CMS & Marina and plan your journey with our listed alternativ Read More: https://punchng.com/lastma-to-close-adeniji-adele-cms-marina-routes-for-eyo-procession/

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34 h. ago Christmas: Senator Abiru felicitates Christians, says Nigeria’s economy is turning the corner

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions, and Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, read more Christmas: Senator Abiru felicitates Christians, says Nigeria’s economy is turning the corner

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38 h. ago Tax Law Row: Don’t Make January Sacrosanct, Ndume Tells Tinubu

  Amidst claims and counterclaims surrounding the Tax Reform Laws, expected to take effect in January, former Senate Leader Senator Ali Ndume has urged President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the controversy and suspend the planned implementation date. Ndume made the appeal in a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja, calling on the President to […]

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39 h. ago “Suspend January Implementation Of Tax Law To Allow For Investigation Of Alleged Alterations” – Ndume To Tinubu

Former Senate Leader, Ali Ndume, has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take steps to resolve the controversy surrounding the new Tax Act before its implementation. Controversy erupted after a member of the House of Representatives raised the alarm that the version of the Act passed by the National Assembly is not the one […] The post “Suspend January Implementation Of Tax Law To Allow For Investigation Of Alleged Alterations” – Ndume To Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Senator Sabi Abdullahi hails Tinubu over release of kidnapped Niger school pupils, staff

Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the read more Senator Sabi Abdullahi hails Tinubu over release of kidnapped Niger school pupils, staff

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40 h. ago Ndume urges probe, suspension of tax laws over alteration claims

Senator Ali Ndume calls on President Tinubu to suspend and probe disputed Nigerian tax laws amid growing controversy over alleged alterations. Read More: https://punchng.com/ndume-urges-probe-suspension-of-tax-laws-over-alteration-claims/

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41 h. ago NYCN Honours Akpabio, Abbas, Judith Ogbara, Others For Outstanding National Leadership

The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has honoured the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio; the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen; Hon. Dr. Judith Mayen Etuk-Ogbara; the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the governors of Niger and Kogi States, among others, for their exemplary leadership and […]

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41 h. ago Rivers Senators, Reps’ defection to APC strengthens political stability, transformation under Tinubu’s administration – Fubara 

Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers State, has commended Tuesday’s defection of two Senators and members of the House of Representatives read more Rivers Senators, Reps’ defection to APC strengthens political stability, transformation under Tinubu’s administration – Fubara 

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43 h. ago Tanker Rams Into Akpabio’s Convoy, Kills Police Dispatch Rider

A petrol tanker on Sunday rammed into the convoy of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, killing a police dispatch rider, Ibrahim Hussaini. Akpabio announced the passing of the dispatch rider on Tuesday during the plenary, where he condoled with the family of the deceased. Dispatch riders, often police officers, usually ride government-branded motorcycles as part of […] The post Tanker Rams Into Akpabio’s Convoy, Kills Police Dispatch Rider appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Christmas: Remi Tinubu Flags Off Distribution Of Food Items, N100m

Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has flagged off the distribution of food items in Kaduna for the Christmas and New Year celebrations, donating N100 million to the Christian Northern Nigeria Political Forum (CNNPF). Tinubu commended the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters for organising the programme. […]

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44 h. ago Christmas: Senator Katung distributes rice to Southern Kaduna families

Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, representing the Kaduna South Senatorial District, has distributed bags of rice to constituents across the district to support families during the Christmas season.

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