2 h. ago No bill seeking to rename Nigeria as ‘United States of Nigeria’ — Reps

The Nigerian House of Representatives has dismissed online reports of an executive bill seeking to rename Nigeria as the ‘United States of Nigeria’. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-bill-seeking-to-rename-nigeria-as-united-states-of-nigeria-reps/

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4 h. ago ITB Berlin convention 2026: Leading global tourism into balance

The ITB Berlin Convention 2026 is set to take place from March 3-5, 2026, with a focus on shaping the future of global tourism.

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4 h. ago NTIFE 2025: Runsewe highlights areas to reposition Nigeria as global tourism force

•Musawa lauds his contribution IN its tourism innovative and practical-driven remarks at the 2025 Nigeria Tourism Investment Forum and Exhibition (NTIFE) held in Abuja, former Director General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Otunba Segun Runsewe private and public stakeholders spellbound when he mounted the podium Organised by the Federation of Tourism […]

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5 h. ago US congressman to brief Trump on plan to address killings in Nigeria

A US congressman is preparing a report for President Trump on a coordinated plan to address the killings of Christians in Nigeria’s Middle Belt. Read More: https://punchng.com/us-congressman-to-brief-trump-on-plan-to-address-killings-in-nigeria/

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5 h. ago Rivers speaker accuses Fubara of lying about meetings with lawmakers

Discover the latest on the Rivers political crisis. Speaker Martin Amaewhule accuses Gov. Fubara of lying about meetings, warning of renewed instability. Read More: https://punchng.com/rivers-speaker-accuses-fubara-of-lying-about-meetings-with-lawmakers/

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6 h. ago Court rejects sacked Osun APC chairmen’s plea to access council funds

An Oyo High Court dismisses an application by sacked Osun APC chairmen seeking to access frozen council funds, ruling they lack the legal standing to do so Read More: https://punchng.com/court-rejects-sacked-osun-apc-chairmens-plea-to-access-council-funds/

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8 h. ago Soludo seeks Anambra Assembly’s approval for virement in 2025 budget

He urged the House to consider and approve the draft virement for the 2025 Appropriation Bill without delay.

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8 h. ago Insecurity: Plateau gov meets defence minister, seeks collaboration

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang meets with the Minister of Defence to discuss new strategies and collaboration for tackling Plateau insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-plateau-gov-meets-defence-minister-seeks-collaboration/

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8 h. ago Amaewhule Accuses Fubara Of Lying, Reigniting Fresh Political Crisis In Rivers

Fubara had earlier dismissed speculations of a rift between him and federal or state lawmakers from the state. The post Amaewhule Accuses Fubara Of Lying, Reigniting Fresh Political Crisis In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

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8 h. ago Hike in Airfares: House Of Reps. Seeks 50% Slash In Airport Charges, Auxiliary Taxes

The Federal Government through the Ministry of Aviation has been asked to intervene in the exorbitant cost of domestic air tickets by effecting a fifty percent reduction in airport charges and auxiliary taxes. The House of Representatives which passed the resolution at Thursday’s plenary is hoping that this will translate to a significant reduction in […] The post Hike in Airfares: House Of Reps. Seeks 50% Slash In Airport Charges, Auxiliary Taxes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago “I’m Not Leaving PDP, But Anything Can Still Happen” – Bauchi Gov. Bala Mohammed

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has shut down rumours that he is planning to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). The rumour started after the PRP Publicity Secretary in Bauchi claimed the governor was secretly trying to join their party to escape the crisis in the PDP. But in […] The post “I’m Not Leaving PDP, But Anything Can Still Happen” – Bauchi Gov. Bala Mohammed appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Fubara Seeks Support For Tinubu, Reiterates Commitment To Inclusive Development

He said his administration is willing to work with all pro-Tinubu groups and stakeholders committed to the President’s re-election. The post Fubara Seeks Support For Tinubu, Reiterates Commitment To Inclusive Development appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 h. ago Reps advocate establishment of specialised Medical College for Armed Forces

The House of Representatives on Thursday passed through Second Reading a bill seeking to establish a specialised medical college for members of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

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10 h. ago Reps back bill seeking to prohibit use of foreign currency for domestic transactions

Members of the House of Representatives on Thursday expressed overwhelming support for the bill, which seeks to prohibit the use of foreign currency for domestic transactions across the country.

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11 h. ago Soludo seeks 2025 budget adjustment approval from Anambra assembly

Anambra Governor Soludo requests legislative approval for a virement in the Anambra 2025 budget, citing emerging priorities and economic challenges. Read More: https://punchng.com/soludo-seeks-2025-budget-adjustment-approval-from-anambra-assembly/

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13 h. ago Reps seek to amend CBN Act for better oversight, transparency

Nigeria’s House of Reps is set to amend the CBN Act to improve governance, transparency, and oversight, including separating the Governor and Chairman role Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seeks-to-amend-cbn-act-for-better-oversight-transparency/

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13 h. ago Reps seeks to amend CBN Act for better oversight, transparency

Nigeria’s House of Reps advances a CBN Act amendment to boost transparency, separate key roles, and enhance oversight on monetary policy decisions. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-seeks-to-amend-cbn-act-for-better-oversight-transparency/

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13 h. ago VP Shettima Seeks Private Sector Push As Dangote Launches ₦100bn Scholarship Fund

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has flagged off the Aliko Dangote Foundation Education Scholarship Initiative, calling for stakeholders to recommit to building a future where every Nigerian child can become the best version of themselves. This is in line with the unveiling of a ₦100 billion annual education support programme by the President of […]

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15 h. ago ASUP president decries poor attention to polytechnics, seeks urgent government action

…insists on establishment of national commission for polytechnics The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has accused governments at all read more ASUP president decries poor attention to polytechnics, seeks urgent government action

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20 h. ago FCT Residents Seek Wike’s Intervention Over Alleged Illegal Tax By Area Council

Residents of Katampe Extension in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have accused the Bwari Area Council of imposing an illegal tax and using the police and thugs to harass residents in an attempt to enforce illegality. The residents, therefore, urged the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Judicial Service Commission […]

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