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Nigerians are calling for the resignation of Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu due to an 11-day blackout affecting Northern states. Despite government assurances of restoration, outages persist following vandalism of the Shiroro-Kaduna transmission line. Nigerians are expressing outrage and...
The Nigerian House of Representatives has condemned Abia lawmaker Alex Ikwechegh following allegations of assaulting Bolt driver Stephen Abuwatseya. A viral video showing the incident has prompted the House to investigate, with police involvement and an invitation for public engagement to ensure...
Mujidat Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, daughter of President Bola Tinubu, has been appointed Ambassador for the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education. Her appointment aims to support disadvantaged communities, particularly focusing on education for vulnerable children in...
The presidency has explained the challenges faced by security agencies in arresting former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello, who is wanted by the EFCC for alleged financial crimes worth ₦80.2 billion. His immunity, as a current governor, complicates law enforcement actions, frustrating ongoing...
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, NNPP leader and former presidential candidate, expresses deep concern over Northern Nigeria's power crisis caused by vandalism of key power lines. He calls for urgent investments in alternative energy sources to alleviate ongoing blackouts, exacerbated by rising fuel costs...
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate, warns that ongoing power outages and rising petroleum costs could significantly increase poverty in Nigeria. He emphasizes the severe impact on small businesses, particularly in Northern and Eastern regions, highlighting the urgent need for...
Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga addresses social media criticism of President Bola Tinubu, dismissing the “T-Pain” nickname. Onanuga asserts that Tinubu is dedicated to alleviating Nigerians' economic hardships through policies aimed at long-term prosperity, despite the immediate...
Borno Speaker Abdulkarim Lawan has raised concerns about Vice-President Kashim Shettima’s safety following an incident with his aircraft at JFK Airport. Lawan urges the Nigerian Government to procure a new plane, citing risks linked to the aging presidential jet Borno State House of Assembly...
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) secured a sweeping victory in the Kano local government elections, winning all 44 chairmanship and 484 councillorship positions. The Kano Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) reported a peaceful and transparent electoral process, marking a significant...
Former Women Affairs Minister Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye believes President Bola Tinubu is destined to fix Nigeria, despite her recent dismissal from his cabinet. Following her departure, she expressed gratitude for her service and vowed to support Tinubu in improving the nation, prompting varied...
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