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target=_blank>23 million Nigerians unconnected to communication services – Tijani
From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has disclosed that about 23 million Nigerians are currently without access to communication services, as the Federal Government intensifies efforts to expand nationwide connectivity. Dr Tijani made the disclosure while clarifying remarks he made during a recent interview on Channels
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target=_blank>INEC begins display of preliminary voter register across Delta LGAs
From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Delta State office, will on Monday, 15 December, begin the display of the Preliminary Voter Register for claims and objections across the state. The exercise will take place in all 25 local government area offices of INEC in the state and will run daily
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target=_blank>Foreign Affairs Ministry shares update on NAF aircraft, soldiers in Burkina Faso
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has shared an update on the Nigerian Air Force C-130 aircraft and 11 soldiers currently being detained in Burkina Faso. The update was given on Sunday by the ministry’s spokesperson, Kimiebi Ebienfa, who said talks were ongoing with Burkina Faso’s authorities to resolve the issue. Ebienfa added that neither the
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target=_blank>Northern Elders oppose FIRS–France tax data deal, demand cancellation
From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has raised the alarm over a controversial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the French tax authority, Direction Générale des Finances Publiques (DGFiP), warning that the deal threatens Nigeria’s economic sovereignty and national security. In a strongly worded open letter
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target=_blank>NDLEA captures fleeing bandit drug supplier ‘Gamboli’ in Niger
From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested 33-year-old Mohammed Sani, commonly called Gamboli, a notorious supplier of illicit drugs to bandits, after three weeks on the run from his home in Anguwan Makera, Kuta, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. He was arrested at his hideout
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target=_blank>PR gurus shine at 10th LaPRIGA
The Lagos State Chapter of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) on Friday hosted a spectacular 10th edition of the Lagos Public Relations Industry Gala and Awards (LaPRIGA 2025) at the MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos, marking a decade of celebrating excellence, innovation and professionalism in Nigeria’s public relations industry. Themed “Nox Excellentia – Night
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target=_blank>Troops foil ISWAP terror attack at Borno military base
Destroy VBIEDs, logistics, recover weapons ___________________ From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has said that troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have foiled a coordinated attack by members of the ISWAP terrorist group on a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Mairari, killing several terrorists. The troops also destroyed several logistics assets of the terrorists,
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target=_blank>Ex-Bauchi governor, ASUU clash over senate bill to convert ATBU to conventional university
From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Former Bauchi State Governor Isa Yuguda and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have taken opposing positions over a Senate proposal to convert the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, from a specialised university of technology into a conventional university. The disagreement played out on Friday during a public hearing
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target=_blank>Senate will flag lopsided ambassadorial list to Tinubu, says Ndume
From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has explained that the Senate will communicate its concerns over the lopsided composition of ambassadorial nominees to President Bola Tinubu. He said this in a statement on Sunday, adding that it was on this understanding that he joined the screening of the nominees, despite earlier urging
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target=_blank>Bello Turji opens up, refutes N30m payoff allegation, accuses past governors’ involvement in banditry
From John Bassey, Gusau A notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji, has openly refuted claims of receiving an N30 million payoff or any material benefits from the peace deal between him and the Zamfara State Government during the administration of Dr Bello Matawalle, now Minister of State for Defence. Speaking in a viral video circulating on
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target=_blank>Osun 2026: I’ll Beat Oyebamiji For Continuity Of Good Governance – Adeleke
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has reaffirmed the determination of the people of Osun to defeat the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2026 gubernatorial election, declaring, “I will beat Oyebamiji by the might of God and the people.” Reacting to statements credited to former Governor Gboyega Oyetola at the APC gubernatorial primary, Governor Adeleke…
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target=_blank>NES Director Praises Tinubu’s Economic Reforms
Professor Adams Agahiu, Director of the National Education Summit (NES), has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, highlighting significant progress in economic reform and infrastructure development. Speaking with journalists on Sunday, Agahiu noted the administration’s achievements, including the clearance of over $10 billion in foreign exchange liabilities, which he said helped restore investor…
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target=_blank>FGC Alumni Urge Gov’t To Prioritize Teacher Training
The alumni of Federal Government College (FGC), Idoani, have called on governments at all levels to embark on regular training and retraining of teachers to attract quality professionals and secure the future of Nigeria’s education sector. The President of FGC Akure Mega Chapter, Dr. Gideon Bakare, attributed the lack of training for teachers as a…
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target=_blank>Private Jet Crash-Lands At Kano Airport
A private jet operated by Flybird Airlines on Sunday morning crash-landed at the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), sending shockwaves through the aviation community. Eyewitnesses told our correspondent that the aircraft, which arrived from Abuja, was carrying 11 passengers, including three crew members, when it reportedly crash-landed at about 9:30 a.m. The incident created…
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target=_blank>Osun 2026: Oyebamiji Emergence, Right Step Towards APC’s Victory – Oyintiloye
Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, has said that the emergence of Bola Oyebamiji as the party’s candidate in the August 8, 2026, governorship poll is a sign of victory. Oyintiloye, while speaking with newsmen on Sunday in Osogbo, said that Oyebamiji’s election through a consensus arrangement should be dedicated…
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target=_blank>Applause As Prophetess Adeoye Is Consecrated into Office Of Bishop
Amid applause and jubilation, Prophetess (Dr) Bukola Folashade Babatunde Olaloye, a member of the International Fellowship of Bishops and Apostles, has been consecrated into the Office of Bishop. The election and consecration ceremony took place at the Light of the World Prophetic and Faith Mission, Kulende Estate Junction, Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. Bishop (Dr)…
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target=_blank>Adaramodu, Constructs Ultra-Modern Shops To Boost Economic, Community Dev’t
The Senate spokesperson, Senator Yemi Adaramodu, has constructed ultra-modern lock-up shops in Ilawe-Ekiti, Ekiti South-West Local Government Area of Ekiti State, as part of efforts to accelerate economic growth and community development. The lawmaker, who represents Ekiti South Senatorial District, said the initiative was driven by his commitment to sustainable development and economic empowerment at…
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target=_blank>Factional Accord Party Holds Primary, Elects Bamigbola As Gubernatorial Flag-Bearer
Barely 96 hours after the emergence of Governor Ademola Adeleke as the governorship flag-bearer of the Accord Party for the forthcoming Osun State election, a faction of the party has conducted a parallel primary and elected Clement Bamigbola as its candidate. Governor Adeleke had on Wednesday emerged as the party’s candidate after being presented as…
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target=_blank>EU, Gombe Launch Solar-Powered Health Project To Tackle Power Deficit In Healthcare
In a major effort to address chronic electricity shortages undermining healthcare delivery, the European Union (EU) and the Gombe State Government have formally launched the Nigeria Solar for Health Project (NISHP) in the state, unveiling a solar-powered initiative designed to electrify health facilities and improve service delivery. NISHP is part of the EU’s Global Gateway…
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target=_blank>Sokoto Police Command Mourns Death Of Deputy Commissioner Of Police
The Sokoto State Police Command has announced the passing of Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Kabir Abdu, who served as the Deputy Commissioner in charge of Operations. DCP Abdu passed away after a prolonged illness while receiving medical treatment at the Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital (UDUTH), Sokoto. In a statement issued by the Police…
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