3 d. ago US lawmaker urges Tinubu to establish Nigerian consulate in Chicago

A member of the US Congress, Danny Davis, has written to President Bola Tinubu, urging the Nigerian government to establish a consulate in Chicago, Illinois, to serve the needs of Nigerians residing in the Midwest states. Davis argued that the initiative would benefit both Nigeria and the US, particularly Chicago, by boosting trade, investment, and Read More

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6 d. ago Rivers Crisis: Reps Member Urges Tinubu To Restore Fubara, Engage Abdulsalami Committee

Lawmaker representing Andoni/Opobo/Mkoro Federal Constituency in Rivers State, Awaji-Inombek Abiante, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to restore Sim Fubara as Governor of the state. The lawmaker also urged Tinubu to engage the National Peace Committee headed by former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, to mediate with the warring parties in the oil-rich state. Recall […] The post Rivers Crisis: Reps Member Urges Tinubu To Restore Fubara, Engage Abdulsalami Committee appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago First Lady offers innovative farming solution to Nana Berry Orphanage

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the commissioning of the newly constructed Nana Berry Orphanage and Children’s Home in Nasarawa State, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu proposed an innovative farming approach when asked by the founder, Aishatu Kwalmi, for land to establish a farm. Mrs. Tinubu tactfully declined the request, emphasising that it might divert from the […] The post First Lady offers innovative farming solution to Nana Berry Orphanage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Sexual harassment: Kenyan lawmaker urges Nigerians to support Sen. Natasha

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   A Kenyan lawmaker, Crystal Asige, has called on Nigerians to rally behind Senator Natasha in her fight for equity and political space, emphasizing the systemic challenges women face in leadership.   She said this in Abuja on Friday at a pre-event press conference of the annual colloquium of Haske Satumari […] The post Sexual harassment: Kenyan lawmaker urges Nigerians to support Sen. Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Peter Obi condemns ‘unconstitutional’ suspension of elected Rivers officials

Tribune Online Peter Obi condemns ‘unconstitutional’ suspension of elected Rivers officials Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned what he described as “unconstitutional actions”, urging Labour Party lawmakers in the National Assembly to resist any actions that could undermine democracy. In a statement posted on X, Obi warned against the dangers of political interference and electoral malpractice, noting that he had previously chosen not […] Peter Obi condemns ‘unconstitutional’ suspension of elected Rivers officials Tribune Online

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1 week ago Make Yoruba language compulsory subject in schools — S’West govs, lawmakers urged

Tribune Online Make Yoruba language compulsory subject in schools — S’West govs, lawmakers urged The group argued that making Yoruba compulsory in schools would be the only way to ensure the preservation of Yoruba, the indigenous language of the people in the region. Make Yoruba language compulsory subject in schools — S’West govs, lawmakers urged Tribune Online

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1 week ago Rivers emergency rule: Obi urges Labour Party lawmakers to defend democracy

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has called on members of the party in the National Assembly to uphold justice and resist any actions that threaten Nigeria’s democratic integrity. In a statement addressed to Labour Party lawmakers on Thursday via X, Obi expressed concern over what he described as a “deteriorating Read More

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1 week ago Rivers urges lawmakers to end hostilities as impeachment plot thickens

The Rivers Government has urged the Rivers State House of Assembly to reconsider its stance and prioritise the welfare of the people to ensure peace in the state. The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Mr Joe Johnson, made the appeal at a news conference in Port Harcourt on Monday. He stressed that a change of Read More

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2 w. ago Education minister warns against proliferation of universities

…unveils strategy to enroll 10m out-of-school children Olatunji Alausa, Minister of Education, has urged lawmakers to halt the excessive establishment read more Education minister warns against proliferation of universities

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2 w. ago Lawmakers Demand Urgent Action Against Diphtheria Spread In Schools

The House of Representatives is urging the Federal Government to launch a nationwide diphtheria vaccination campaign in schools to combat the spread of the bacterial infection. This call to action follows the death of a 12-year-old student from diphtheria at King’s College, Lagos, and the hospitalization of several others. The lawmakers adopted a motion of […] The post Lawmakers Demand Urgent Action Against Diphtheria Spread In Schools appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Reps demand urgent nationwide diphtheria vaccination in schools

The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government to immediately launch a nationwide diphtheria vaccination campaign in schools to curb the spread of the deadly bacterial infection. The lawmakers’ resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by the House spokesman, Akin Rotimi, during plenary on Wednesday. The motion, Read More

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3 w. ago Natasha: NANS protests, urges lawmakers to protect sanctity of NASS

Tribune Online Natasha: NANS protests, urges lawmakers to protect sanctity of NASS He called on lawmakers to remain focused on deliberation on issues of national interest that directly impact the well-being of citizens rather than pursuing personal vendettas that could undermine the integrity of individuals, the Senate as an institution, and Nigeria as a nation. Natasha: NANS protests, urges lawmakers to protect sanctity of NASS Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Rivers Assembly demands sack of Fubara’s commissioners, appointees

Tribune Online Rivers Assembly demands sack of Fubara’s commissioners, appointees The Rivers State House of Assembly has demanded the dismissal of all commissioners and political appointees who were not screened by the Amaewhula-led Assembly, urging Governor Siminalayi Fubara to act accordingly. Additionally, the lawmakers have issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the commissioners and appointees, requiring them to appear before the House to explain why they […] Rivers Assembly demands sack of Fubara’s commissioners, appointees Tribune Online

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