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President Tinubu has approved an immediate military salary hike with three months’ arrears and released funds for pension payments to retired personnel. This move, praised by Defence Minister Dr. Matawalle, aims to boost morale and address insecurity. Financial Minister Wale Edun’s support...
Nigeria's Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, criticized Arise TV, urging Nigerians to disregard its coverage of the new Tax Reform Bill. Akpabio accused the channel of spreading misinformation. Arise TV's Rufai Oseni responded, asserting their right to reply, sparking controversy and a clash...
The APC has disowned Team New Nigeria, a splinter group promoting former President Goodluck Jonathan for the 2027 presidency. The group, unaffiliated with the APC, recently plastered Jonathan’s campaign posters across Kano. APC leaders reiterated that Jonathan is not a party member, fueling 2027...
Nigeria strengthens its air defense by acquiring 12 pre-owned Alpha Jets from the French Air Force through SOFEMA. The jets, alongside 24 M-346FA light attack aircraft expected in 2025, reflect the government’s commitment to boosting military readiness under President Tinubu, with plans to...
Labour Party condemns the defection of lawmakers to the APC, calling it a betrayal of supporters and democracy. The party has opened a "Hall of Shame" to publicly list the defectors and plans legal action to reclaim their mandates, highlighting the constitutional breach. The Labour Party (LP)...
Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, a member of the House of Representatives for Ethiope West, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Her resignation is attributed to her exclusion from PDP activities in Delta State, despite winning the 2023 election on...
The Nigerian Senate has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the Tax Reform Bills, dismissing claims of suspension. Senate President Akpabio emphasized the chamber’s independence and focus on public interest, confirming that the bills are moving forward with consultations and thorough reviews...
Four members of the Labour Party (LP) in Nigeria's House of Representatives, including Tochukwu Okere, Donatus Mathew, Bassey Akiba, and Iyawe Esosa, have defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Also, Erthiatake Ibori-Suenu, daughter of former Governor James Ibori, joined the APC...
The Nigerian Federal Government has dismissed civil servants with degrees from unaccredited private universities in Benin and Togo. This decision follows an investigation revealing widespread certificate racketeering. Over 22,500 degrees were found to be fake, prompting the government to issue...
A group, Team New Nigeria (TNN), has flooded Kano with campaign posters for former President Goodluck Jonathan ahead of the 2027 elections. The move has sparked speculation about his political comeback. The group is working to formalize its registration as a political party and advocates for a...
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