9 h. ago ‘Obasanjo Lied About Third Term, He Personally Told Me About It’, Says Orji Kalu

The Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District of Abia State, Orji Uzor Kalu, has accused former President Olusegun Obasanjo of “lying” about his alleged attempt to secure a third term in office during his presidency. Speaking on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ on Wednesday night, Kalu described Obasanjo’s recent denial of the third-term agenda as a […]

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13 h. ago State Police Crucial For Tackling Insecurity, Says Speaker Abbas

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has harped on the need for a decisive legislative action toward establishing a multi-level policing system in the country as it is a necessary step to address the present security challenges. Abbas said this at the public hearing on the Private Intelligence and Investigation Council […]

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15 h. ago Insecurity: Creation of state police remains viable option — Speaker Tajudeen

Tribune Online Insecurity: Creation of state police remains viable option — Speaker Tajudeen He added that the resolve of the National Assembly towards strengthening the nation's security architecture and institutionalization of Insecurity: Creation of state police remains viable option — Speaker Tajudeen Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Tinubu assents to law establishing 48 dedicated police training academies across Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially signed the Nigeria Police Training Institutions Establishment Bill, 2024, into law, creating a formal legal framework for 48 specialised police training institutions spread nationwide. This significant legislative milestone aims to restructure and enhance police education, professional development, and operational readiness across Nigeria. The bill, championed by […] The post Tinubu assents to law establishing 48 dedicated police training academies across Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Geoffrey Nnaji Resigns As Minister After Admitting Faking Academic Record

The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, has officially resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet. His resignation comes amid allegations questioning the authenticity of his academic records Nnaji, who was appointed in August 2023, submitted his resignation in a letter to the President on Tuesday, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve. […] The post Geoffrey Nnaji Resigns As Minister After Admitting Faking Academic Record appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Enugu insures 9,000 farmers, partners Presidency on food security

Enugu State Government has expressed readiness to partner with the Harvesting Hope Caravan (HHC), a flagship programme under the Presidential Food Systems Coordinating Unit (PFSCU) in the Office of the Vice President, alongside Pula Advisors, its donor partners, and Leadway Insurance Company in an effort to guarantee food security in the state. the This was […] The post Enugu insures 9,000 farmers, partners Presidency on food security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Tinubu confers CON award on Yakubu, hails leadership, accepts INEC chairman’s exit

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday officially accepted the departure of Mahmood Yakubu as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the conclusion of his second term. According to a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, to honour his service, the President conferred […] The post Tinubu confers CON award on Yakubu, hails leadership, accepts INEC chairman’s exit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago We Must Finalise Electoral Reforms Well Ahead Of 2027, Says Speaker Abbas

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has said that the Green Chamber must finalise electoral reforms well ahead of the 2027 general election. According to him, the Electoral Act Amendment Bill seeks not only to strengthen measures against violence, improve access for persons with disabilities, and establish clearer timelines for resolving […]

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41 h. ago Security, electoral reforms remain top priorities — Speaker Tajudeen

Tribune Online Security, electoral reforms remain top priorities — Speaker Tajudeen Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen on Tuesday disclosed that security and electoral reforms remain top priority. Security, electoral reforms remain top priorities — Speaker Tajudeen Tribune Online

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48 h. ago Wike, Uba Sani emerge best performing minister, governor of the year

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, have emerged as Best Performing Minister and Best Performing Governor of the Year 2025 respectively, at the forthcoming Democracy Heroes Award Africa. The duo were recognised for their outstanding contributions to deepening democratic governance through people-oriented […] The post Wike, Uba Sani emerge best performing minister, governor of the year appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Macron Offers Outgoing French PM Final Chance To Salvage Govt

But in another twist, Macron met Lecornu in the evening and gave him until late Wednesday to come up with a plan for "the stability of the country", the president's office said. The post Macron Offers Outgoing French PM Final Chance To Salvage Govt appeared first on Channels Television.

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59 h. ago Reps Inaugurate Committee To Review Cryptocurrency, PoS Operations In Nigeria

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, has inaugurated an ad-hoc committee to review the economic, regulatory, and security implications of cryptocurrency adoption and Point-of-Sale (PoS) operations in Nigeria. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony on Monday in Abuja, Speaker Abbas said the formation of the committee became necessary due to growing concerns […]

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59 h. ago Political Parties demand end to presidential appointment of INEC chairman, top officials

Political parties under the umbrella of the Inter-Party Advisory Council are demanding immediate legal reforms to strip the executive arm of govt. read more Political Parties demand end to presidential appointment of INEC chairman, top officials

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62 h. ago Strip president’s powers to appoint INEC officials, IPAC urges NASS

Tribune Online Strip president’s powers to appoint INEC officials, IPAC urges NASS National Chairman of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Mr Yusuf Mamman Dantalle on Monday, urged the 10th Assembly to Strip president’s powers to appoint INEC officials, IPAC urges NASS Tribune Online

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2 d. ago France’s New Prime Minister Resigns Less Than 1 Month In Office

France’s new Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, has resigned after less than a month in office, plunging President Emmanuel Macron’s government deeper into political turmoil. Lecornu, 39, tendered his resignation on Monday after meeting with President Macron, who accepted it, the Élysée Palace confirmed. Speaking outside the Hôtel de Matignon, Lecornu said, “You cannot be prime […]

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3 d. ago Dangote Refinery commends Tinubu, security chiefs, ministers for averting PENGASSAN disruption

Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria’s Progress, Workers’ Welfare   Dangote Petroleum Refinery has expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his timely intervention in averting what it described as “the disruptive actions of PENGASSAN” against the company. The company, in a statement, said the President’s leadership, through his ministers and senior government officials, ensured […] The post Dangote Refinery commends Tinubu, security chiefs, ministers for averting PENGASSAN disruption appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago ‘I’ve not heard Tinubu complain about challenges he inherited – UN sec

The United Nations (UN) Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed said she has not heard President Bola Tinubu complain about the challenges he inherited from his predecessor when he assumed office as president. She made the remarks at an award dinner at Nigeria House in New York to celebrate Nigeria’s 65th independence anniversary and the Independence Day […] The post ‘I’ve not heard Tinubu complain about challenges he inherited – UN sec-gen, Mohammed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “Tinubu’s Leadership Is Guided By God; Only He Can Remove Him” – Tunde Bakare

  The founder of Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has declared that only God can remove President Bola Tinubu from office. He emphasized that the Nigerian leader’s rise to power was divinely ordained, highlighting the spiritual dimension of his leadership. Bakare made the statement on Saturday, during the inaugural edition of the Citadel […] The post “Tinubu’s Leadership Is Guided By God; Only He Can Remove Him” – Tunde Bakare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “Tinubu Never Complained About Problems He Inherited From Buhari As President” – Amina Mohammed

The United Nations Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, has said that President Bola Tinubu has never complained about the challenges he inherited from his predecessor. She noted that since assuming office, the President has remained focused on addressing Nigeria’s problems rather than blaming past administrations. Mohammed made this known on Sunday, during an award dinner at […] The post “Tinubu Never Complained About Problems He Inherited From Buhari As President” – Amina Mohammed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago We’ll protect teachers’ interests, aid access to education — Speaker Abbas

Tribune Online We’ll protect teachers’ interests, aid access to education — Speaker Abbas The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Sunday, congratulated Nigerian teachers as they joined their counterparts across the globe to celebrate World Teachers’ Day. We’ll protect teachers’ interests, aid access to education — Speaker Abbas Tribune Online

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