4 h. ago Tinubu’s bold decisions will benefit Nigerians – Ortom’s aide

By John Ogunsemore Terver Akase, media aide to former Benue governor, Samuel Ortom said President Bola Tinubu has made some bold decisions that his predecessors could not. He identified these decisions as removal of fuel subsidy and local government autonomy. Akase said that while fuel subsidy removal has brought deep pains to Nigerians, those will […] The post Tinubu’s bold decisions will benefit Nigerians – Ortom’s aide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Wike’s Work In FCT Proves Nigeria’s Diversity Can Drive Progress – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for his contributions to infrastructural development in Abuja Despite being a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wike has played a crucial role in implementing key development projects in the capital city. His collaboration with the APC-led administration […] The post Wike’s Work In FCT Proves Nigeria’s Diversity Can Drive Progress – Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Abiodun won’t abandon ongoing repairs of Ogun community roads – Aide

Governor Dapo Abiodun has pledged to complete the ongoing rehabilitation of roads in Mowe and Magboro communities, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The promise follows concerns raised by some residents of Adesan-Olu Community in the Mowe, who appealed to the governor to complete the repair of the 3.5-kilometre road in their area. Read More

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15 h. ago Tinubu to Wike: You must deliver FCT infrastructure gains for APC’s 2027 success or else

• As Minister accepts challenge to work for renewed hope agenda   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye Abuja       “I said, ‘I know where you are coming from, your own party or my party. If this thing goes too much in your own favour, you will lose your job.’ Then he said, ‘Okay, we settle […] The post Tinubu to Wike: You must deliver FCT infrastructure gains for APC’s 2027 success or else appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago DE: JAMB asks IJMB, JUPEB candidates to upload results or lose admission

Tribune Online DE: JAMB asks IJMB, JUPEB candidates to upload results or lose admission The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has urged all candidates who applied for admission through the 2024 Direct Entry (DE) mode, using awaiting results from the Interim Joint Matriculation Board Examination (IJMB) or Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB), to urgently upload their results or risk losing their admission. DE: JAMB asks IJMB, JUPEB candidates to upload results or lose admission Tribune Online

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18 h. ago I’m Happy Tinubu Has Confidence In Me, Says FCT Minister Wike

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for publicly acknowledging his efforts and calling him “Mr Infrastructure.” Speaking to State House correspondents after the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr homage at the Presidential Villa IN Abuja, Wike described the President’s praise as a strong vote of confidence and a […]

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29 h. ago Atiku to Wike: I don’t regret choosing Okowa as running mate

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 General Election, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has reaffirmed his decision to choose the former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa as his running mate, stressing that he habours no regret for making the choice.  Atiku, while reacting through his media […] The post Atiku to Wike: I don’t regret choosing Okowa as running mate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts

Tribune Online USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts HEALTH experts are warning that Nigeria’s development sector may experience significant disruptions as the U.S. moves to dissolve USAID and integrate its operations into the State Department. This shift has raised concerns about the future of aid programs in the country. In separate interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Abuja, […] USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s development programmes —Experts Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Smuggled gorilla: FG reaffirms commitment to biodiversity conservation

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja    Sequel to the interception in Turkey of a smuggled baby gorilla from Nigeria, the Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to biodiversity conservation and protection of endangered wildlife species in the country.   The Ministry of Foreign Affairs gave the assurance in a statement issued in Abuja by its acting Spokesperson, […] The post Smuggled gorilla: FG reaffirms commitment to biodiversity conservation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Body of Benchers honours Wike for judicial infrastructure, legal advocacy

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Body of Benchers, Nigeria’s apex legal institution, has conferred an Award of Excellence on Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike for his transformative contributions to judicial infrastructure and the legal profession. The recognition came during a courtesy visit by a high-powered delegation led by the Chairman,  Adegboyega Awomolo and […] The post Body of Benchers honours Wike for judicial infrastructure, legal advocacy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago 2023 Polls: “No Apologies For Choosing Okowa As Running Mate, Wike Lacked Character For The Role” – Atiku

Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has revealed that Nyesom Wike’s character deficiency led him to choose Ifeanyi Okowa as his running mate. Although Atiku didn’t elaborate on the specific character issues, he stood by his decision, stating he doesn’t regret choosing Okowa over Wike. In a statement signed […] The post 2023 Polls: “No Apologies For Choosing Okowa As Running Mate, Wike Lacked Character For The Role” – Atiku appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Amaechi Knocks Wike, Says Dispute With Fubara Is About Sharing Rivers Money

Former minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi has again, berated Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesome Wike over the ongoing rift between him and Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara. Speaking on Saturday during an interview with DW Africa, Amaechi insisted that Wike’s fight with the suspended Governor is about money sharing. Reacting over recent declaration of […] The post Amaechi Knocks Wike, Says Dispute With Fubara Is About Sharing Rivers Money appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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43 h. ago VP slot: Wike’s aide accuses Atiku of lying during holy month of Ramadan

Tribune Online VP slot: Wike’s aide accuses Atiku of lying during holy month of Ramadan Atiku, in a recent interview, had claimed, “So in 2023, I told the party to set up a committee to recommend three names. The committee ranked Okowa as the top choice, with Wike in second place and former Akwa Ibom Governor, Udom Emmanuel, in third. So I picked number one.” VP slot: Wike’s aide accuses Atiku of lying during holy month of Ramadan Tribune Online

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43 h. ago Wike’s Media Aide, Fayose’s Brother Tackle Each Other Over FCT Minister

Lere Olayinka, the Media Aide to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has blasted Isaac Fayose, the younger brother of his former principal and two-time governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, over the younger Fayose’s taunting of his current boss. Against the backdrop of the rumour about Wike’s ill-health on social media, Isaac Fayose took to […]

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43 h. ago Ojudu Tasks Tinubu On Addressing Nigerians’ Plight, Hails President At 73

Former presidential aide, Senator Babafemi Ojudu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to look inward and assemble a team reflecting the nation’s diversity to address the challenges confronting ordinary Nigerians. Ojudu, a one-time ally of the president, stated this in his message on Saturday from Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, to celebrate the 73rd birthday […]

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44 h. ago Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment 

Tribune Online Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment  The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Student Engagement, Hon. Sunday Asefon, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to the development of education, describing it as a crucial step towards shaping the nation’s future, empowering young Nigerians, and ensuring a brighter tomorrow. In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja to commemorate Tinubu’s […] Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment  Tribune Online

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46 h. ago Wike Criticises NBA Over ‘Double Standards’, Advocates Judicial Integrity

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticised the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for its practice of publicly denouncing Supreme Court judgements without adequate review, highlighting a perceived double standards in how financial contributions are accepted. Wike made this known in a recent meeting with members of the Body of Benchers […]

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47 h. ago A Reliable Ally, A Serial Winner, Buhari Celebrates Tinubu At 73

Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari has underscored the bond between him and President Bola Tinubu with a call, joining the family and the nation in celebrating the birthday of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a telephone call on Friday, the former president in a statement by his media aide, Garba Shehu, said he and the […]

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47 h. ago ‘A Reliable Ally, Serial Election Winner’, Buhari Hails Tinubu At 73

Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari has underscored the bond between him and President Bola Tinubu with a call, joining the family and the nation in celebrating the birthday of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In a telephone call on Friday, the former president in a statement by his media aide, Garba Shehu, said he and the […]

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49 h. ago My Revocation PDP Land Not An Attempt To Surpress Opposition

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory,  Nyesom Wike, has berated some individuals, claiming that recent revocation of land tittle belonging to People Democratic Party, was politically motivated. The former governor of Rivers State noted that his decision was never to suppress the major opposition party. READ MORE: Wike Revokes PDP National Secretariat Land Title Over 19 […] The post My Revocation PDP Land Not An Attempt To Surpress Opposition appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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