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target=_blank>Kalu condemns Kwara, Katsina, Benue killings, calls for urgent action
From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has condemned the recent killings in Kwara, Katsina, and Benue states by gunmen Kalu, in by how Special Assistant, Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, described the attacks as as senseless, barbaric, and unacceptable. The Deputy Speaker, who expressed deep sorrow over the
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target=_blank>Lookman makes history with record-breaking feat at Atletico Madrid
By Seyi Babalola New Atletico Madrid player Ademola Lookman, on Thursday, set a new record after scoring his first goal on his debut for the club. Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone gave Lookman his first start after he joined the Spanish LaLiga club in the January transfer window. The Nigerian international helped Atletico Madrid defeat
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target=_blank>NUJ seeks adequate security for journalists during FCT Area Councils’ election
From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has demanded for adequate security for journalists that would be involved in the coverage of the FCT Area Council elections. The Council also urged journalists to prioritise accuracy, professionalism, and safety during the 2026 Area Council elections. Chairperson
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target=_blank>S’East: MAN lauds SEV2050 as opportunity for economic growth
From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The chairman of Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), South East Zone, Lady Ada Chukwudozie has said that the South East Vision 2050 (SEV2050) offers a unique opportunity to build a production based economy in the geo-political zone. Chukwudozie said the South East posseses the highest concentration of indigenous manufacturers, dense Small
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target=_blank>Nigeria police return $23,000 recovered from fraudster to Cayman Islands victim
By John Ogunsemore The Nigeria Police Force said its INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja has successfully repatriated $23,000 recovered from an alleged international romance scammer, Achufusi Obioma Ikenna, to the victim in The Cayman Islands. Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Acting ACP Benjamin Hundeyin disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday. He
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target=_blank>Audit report: Reps panel summons FCT Area Councils over N100bn alleged infractions
From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has summoned the six Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) over alleged N100billion infractions, as contained in a report the Auditor-General for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Councils. The PAC chairman, Bamidele Salam, who confirmed that the panel has formally
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target=_blank>Abaribe, Onuigbo challenge FG on nature-based action to implement Climate Change Act
From Idu Jude, Abuja Members of the 10th National Assembly, including Senator Enyinaya Abaribe, who represents Abia South Senatorial District, and Honourable Sir Sam Onuigbo, member of the South East Governing Board and Chairman of the Committee on Climate Change, have called on the Federal government to explore the implementation of the Climate Change
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target=_blank>FG’s Cape Town convention signing sparks optimism for aviation growth
By Lukman Olabiyi Nigeria’s aviation sector is poised for growth following the Federal Government’s signing of the Cape Town Convention, an energy and aviation expert, Mr. Dare Osamo, has said. Osamo, the Managing Director of Impact Energy, commended the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as a strategic policy decision aligned
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target=_blank>Illegal oil exploration hampering development in host communties – NUPRC
From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission(NUPRC) has expressed concern by the continued illegal oil exploration by some indigenes of the host communties of oil producing areas in the South East and South South. Chief Executive Officer of NUPRC, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan while highlighting the challenges faced by her commission in disbursing funds
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target=_blank>Benue/Nasarawa: OPWS neutralize armed bandit, arrest suspects for robbery, cattle rustling, recover arms
From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have neutralize an armed bandits and arrested other suspects for sundry crimes including armed robbery and cattle rustling. A statement signed and issued to newsmen by the Acting Media Information Officer HQ JTF OPWS, Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu said the success was
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target=_blank>Kwara Attack: Adebayo Slams Tinubu Over Military Deployment
…As Bandits Slip Away Prince Adewole Adebayo of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s handling of rising insecurity, warning that Nigeria is sleepwalking into the next tragedy as violence continues to spread. Reacting to the reported deployment of the Nigerian Army to Kwara State following fresh attacks on his verified X…
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target=_blank>Ooni Signs MoU With NTDA To Revolutionise Nigeria’s Tourism
The Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has thrown his weight behind the Director-General of Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), Dr Ola Awakan. In a landmark move poised to elevate Nigeria’s tourism landscape, the NTDA and OJAJA Pan Africa Ltd, led by its Chairman, the Ooni of Ife, have signed…
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target=_blank>Sanwo-Olu Leads Wreath-Laying For Murtala Muhammed’s 50th Posthumous Anniversary
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday led a wreath-laying ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of the death of late General Murtala Muhammed. The ceremony took place at the late Murtala’s cenotaph in Ikoyi, Lagos. Among dignitaries present were at the event Senator Daisy Danjuma, wife of retired Lieutenant General Theophilus Danjuma; Dr. Aisha…
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target=_blank>Nat’l Grid: EKEDC Announces Power Disruptions As Generation Drops
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) on Friday announced a drop in power generation on Nigeria’s National Grid due to gas supply constraints. EKEDC disclosed the current situation in a power update issued on its official X page and explained that it would lead to intermittent load shedding across its franchise areas. It further explained…
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target=_blank>Adeleke To Police: Unseal Amotekun To Contain Banditry, Kidnapping
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has warned against the spillover of banditry and kidnapping from Kwara State into Osun, urging the police to immediately lift the ban on Amotekun operations to combat the emerging threats. Reacting to another case of kidnapping at Ora Igbomina area, the Governor said the state is handicapped in its security…
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target=_blank>Auditor-General’s Report Indicts FCT Councils Over N100bn Infractions
A report by the Auditor-General for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Councils, submitted to the House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee, has indicted the six Area Councils of Abaji, Abuja Municipal, Bwari, Gwagwalada, Kuje and Kwali over various financial infractions running into over N100 billion. The audit report for the year ended 31 December…
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target=_blank>Airtel Unveils Investment Drive, Bets Big On Satellite, AI To Connect Villages
The Managing Director/CEO, Airtel Nigeria, Dinesh Balsingh, has unveiled a multi-billion Naira roadmap for Nigeria, detailing how the telecom giant is not just expanding, but fundamentally transforming the nation’s digital landscape. From the launch of 5G in cities to beaming internet via satellite to remote oil wells and farming communities, Airtel’s 2026 strategy is a…
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target=_blank>Lagos APC Dismisses Olawepo-Hassim’s Claim On Nigeria’s Economy
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed claims made by Mr Gbenga Olawepo-Hassim, suggesting that Nigeria’s economy performed better under former Presidents Obasanjo and Jonathan than under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.” The party, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Mogaji (Hon) Seye Oladejo, on Friday, said, “Such a conclusion…
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target=_blank>FG Launches Emergency Food Distribution In Borno
The Federal Government has flagged off the distribution of Presidential Emergency Food and Nutrition items in Borno State as part of a nationwide intervention to support vulnerable households affected by conflict, displacement and economic hardship. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard M. Doro, performed the flag-off at Ramat Square, Maiduguri, the…
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target=_blank>Lagos Govt Praises Odunmbaku For Outstanding Achievements In Ojodu LCDA
The Lagos State Government has commended the Chairman of Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Mr Olusegun Odunmbaku, for what it described as outstanding achievements and impactful governance at the grassroots. The commendation was given at the weekend during the 50th birthday celebration of Odunmbaku, held in Lagos, where top government officials, party leaders and…
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