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Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo reassures Nigerians of the government’s commitment to tackling insecurity, emphasizing active efforts by top security officials. He highlights the administration’s progress against threats, particularly Boko Haram and ISWAP, and calls for patience as they...
President Bola Tinubu returned to Abuja from an Arab-Islamic summit in Riyadh, where he advocated for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Palestinian conflict. The one-day summit, hosted by Saudi leaders, addressed key Middle Eastern issues. Tinubu was welcomed by senior Nigerian officials upon...
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has introduced free and compulsory education from primary to junior secondary levels for all children in the state, starting January 2025. This policy aims to improve educational access, enforce the Abia Child’s Rights Law, and support infrastructural development to...
President Bola Tinubu has called on APC leaders in Oyo State to unite ahead of the 2027 elections, urging them to reclaim the state from opposition control. Addressing the gathering through Minister Adebayo Adelabu, Tinubu emphasized the importance of Oyo in APC's strategic regional vision for...
Edo State's new governor, Monday Okpebholo, announced a probe into former governor Godwin Obaseki's refusal to inaugurate 14 APC lawmakers in 2019. Okpebholo pledged to strengthen democracy and the judiciary, addressing past issues including blocked judicial appointments, and ensuring...
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigned following a report that exposed the Church of England’s cover-up of sexual abuse by barrister John Smyth. The independent Makin review revealed Smyth’s abuse of up to 130 boys and young men. Welby acknowledged institutional failures and personal...
Monday Okpebholo was sworn in as Edo State Governor on November 12, 2024, taking over from Godwin Obaseki after his eight-year term. The ceremony, held at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City, was attended by dignitaries, including Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo and former Governor Adams...
President Bola Tinubu, represented by SGF George Akume, acknowledges Nigeria's tough economic challenges, attributing them to essential reforms. Emphasizing that solutions are not immediate, Akume affirms progress is underway. Tinubu also honors Pastor Tunde Bakare for his contributions, calling...
Omoyele Sowore, former AAC presidential candidate, explains why he won’t form a coalition with Peter Obi, the Labour Party candidate. He criticizes Obi for being part of the corrupt political establishment and highlights his stance against non-performing politicians. Sowore asserts that there is...
Nigeria spent N19.43bn on maintaining and operating the Presidential Air Fleet from July 2023 to September 2024, with a significant portion used for foreign exchange funds. Critics raise concerns about the rising costs amid the country’s economic challenges, including the purchase of a $100...
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