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target=_blank>‘We are partners in progress,’ Uba Sani hails Kaduna workers
Governor Uba Sani has said that the Kaduna Light Rail Project which was approved by the Federal Executive Council on Thursday will complement his administration’s efforts at easing transportation on workers. The Governor who thanked President Bola Tinubu for approving the project, said that his government recognises the economic pressures that workers face in the
target=_blank>Tinubu begins 2-week trips to France, Kenya, Rwanda
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday on a three nation visit to Kenya, Rwanda and France. This was disclosed by Mr Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy. Giving a breakdown of the three nations trip, Onanuga said President Tinubu’s first stop will be in France, after which
target=_blank>May Day: We’re tackling insecurity, poverty with deliberate measures – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday declared insecurity and poverty as national emergencies, warning that both crises continue to threaten workers’ welfare, productivity and economic growth across Nigeria. Speaking during the 2026 May Day celebration at Eagle Square, Abuja, Tinubu said decent work could not thrive in an atmosphere where citizens live in fear and
target=_blank>No president supported the North as much as Tinubu – Uba Sani
Kaduna State Governor, Sen. Uba Sani, has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has fulfilled his promises to Kaduna State and the northern part of the country. Uba Sani stated this when he hosted a presidential team, which was on a tour the North West on Thursday. He said the president’s interventions had reduced insecurity
target=_blank>‘Reward or Kill Me’, aggrieved APC supporter protests in Abuja
A man believed to be a supporter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sparked reactions online after staging a one-man protest in Abuja, declaring that he had been abandoned despite his sacrifices for the party. In a now-viral video, the man, dressed in a blue polo shirt, black trousers and a matching blue fez
target=_blank>‘Weaponisation of hunger’, Atiku Slams Tinubu over rice distribution in the North
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has strongly described the distribution of food items and palliatives as instruments of political manipulation in Northern Nigeria. This position was contained in a statement issued Friday in Abuja by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, who described the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, flagging off the distribution
target=_blank>Kano: Ownership Battle Erupts Over Decades-Old Land
A fresh land dispute has emerged in Kano as the Yan Bahead Association and Islamic cleric, Sheikh Tijjani Bala Kalarawi, are laying claim to a land located in Fagge local government area of Kano state. The land, which is located beside Kantin Kwari textile market, is said to be in use by the drivers for
target=_blank>Police arrest 3 suspected robbers, recover stolen vehicles in Ogun
Operatives of the Ogun Police Command have arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovered three stolen vehicles and a pistol. The suspects were identified as Hammed Olarewaju, Adedokun Ayinde, and Adedokun Adewusi. The Command’s Spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, on Friday, said the operation, carried out by the Anti Robbery Squad, followed reports of vehicle theft,
target=_blank>2027 guber: Zulum presents Gubio to Shettima
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has presented Engr. Mustafa Gubio, his preferred successor, to Vice-President Kashim Shettima, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus candidate for the 2027 governorship election. Speaking at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday, Governor Zulum described the emergence of the candidate as the outcome of extensive consultations among party
target=_blank>Jet fuel hike: FG will support airlines participating in 2026 hajj – NAHCON
The Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria , Ambassador Ismail Abba Yusuf, has disclosed that the Federal Government is considering a range of policy options to support Nigerian airlines, including Hajj carriers, in mitigating the impact of the rising global cost of aviation fuel ahead of the 2026 Hajj exercise. According to spokesperson
target=_blank>IGP Disu visits family of late ASP Ejeh, assures support
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Assistant Superintendent of Police, Ejeh Alfred, in Abuja. The visit, which took place on Thursday, April 30, 2026, followed the tragic death of the officer, who served as a driver with the Nigeria Police Airwing. ASP
IGP Disu visits family of late ASP Ejeh, assures support
target=_blank>Ogidi’s body not missing, awaiting autopsy in mortuary – Police
The Delta State Police Command has said the body of Oghenemine Ogidi, a young man allegedly killed by police officers, is not missing but currently deposited in a mortuary within the state. The clarification followed reports circulating on social media claiming that the deceased’s family had been denied access to his remains and that the
Ogidi’s body not missing, awaiting autopsy in mortuary – Police
target=_blank>Troops neutralise terrorists, secure Boko Haram surrender in North-East
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have neutralised terrorists, arrested suspects and recorded the surrender of a terrorist member. Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, who stated this in a release, said the successful operations were conducted through the
Troops neutralise terrorists, secure Boko Haram surrender in North-East
target=_blank>Tinubu declares national emergency on insecurity, poverty in Nigeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday declared a national emergency on insecurity and poverty, describing them as major threats to jobs, productivity, and national stability. Addressing thousands of workers and labour leaders at Eagle Square, the president said decent work cannot thrive in an environment plagued by fear and economic hardship. His remarks aligned with
Tinubu declares national emergency on insecurity, poverty in Nigeria
target=_blank>Stop borrowing or Nigeria will sink – Primate Ayodele cautions Tinubu
The leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has warned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu about his administration’s frequent borrowing to fund projects in the country. In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele stated that frequent borrowing indicates the country has not effectively utilized its resources to improve
Stop borrowing or Nigeria will sink – Primate Ayodele cautions Tinubu
target=_blank>2027 presidential race: ‘OA this time, not AO’ – Sam Amadi suggests Atiku should deputize Obi
The Director of the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought, Sam Amadi, has said the only way for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi to win the 2027 election is through an Obi/Atiku joint ticket. Amadi stated this in a post via his verified X handle on Friday. According to him, Nigeria
2027 presidential race: ‘OA this time, not AO’ – Sam Amadi suggests Atiku should deputize Obi
target=_blank>May Day: Akwa Ibom NLC begs Gov Eno for ICT centre, injection of more funds into primary schools
Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, Akwa Ibom State Chapter, has appealed to the governor, Pastor Umo Eno, to ensure the construction and equipping of an Information and Communications Technology, ICT, centre in the state. It also urged the governor to inject more funds into the primary education sector to ensure that the payment of pensions and
May Day: Akwa Ibom NLC begs Gov Eno for ICT centre, injection of more funds into primary schools
target=_blank>ADC: David Mark’s lawyer lauds INEC for swift response to Supreme Court ruling
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Jibrin Okutepa, who served as lead counsel for Senator David Mark in the legal proceedings concerning the leadership of the African Democratic Congress, has praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for adhering to the Supreme Court’s ruling without needing any prompting. In a statement posted on his X account via
ADC: David Mark’s lawyer lauds INEC for swift response to Supreme Court ruling
target=_blank>NDA clears air on viral reports on sanctions against erring cadets
The Nigerian Defence Academy, NDA, has clarified viral social media reports on disciplinary sanctions imposed on some cadets, describing the publications as unauthorised. The academy said its attention had been drawn to posts circulating online regarding sanctions meted out on erring cadets following the recently conducted Commandant’s Orders at its headquarters in Afaka, Kaduna. In
NDA clears air on viral reports on sanctions against erring cadets
target=_blank>We are partners in progress – Uba Sani hails Kaduna workers
Governor Uba Sani has said that the Kaduna Light Rail Project which was approved by the Federal Executive Council on Thursday will complement his administration’s efforts at easing transportation on workers. The Governor who thanked President Bola Tinubu for approving the project, said that his government recognises the economic pressures that workers face in the
We are partners in progress – Uba Sani hails Kaduna workers
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