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Global News
Rosalynn Carter, mental health activist, humanitarian and former first lady, dies at 96
Rosalynn Carter, who as first lady worked tirelessly on behalf of mental health reform and professionalized the role of the president’s spouse, died Sunday at the age of 96, according to The Carter Center. Rosalynn Carter passed away peacefully with family by her side at her home in Plains, Georgia, the center said in a statement. “Rosalynn was my equal…
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News from States
Former Chief of Army Staff Maj-Gen Chris Ali, dies at 79
A former Chief of Army Staff, Maj-Gen Chris Ali, has passed away at the age of 79. He died from an unknown illness Sunday morning at a military hospital in Lagos. The deceased army general had served as the governor of Plateau State twice in his career. His first stint as the military governor of the state was from August…
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Perspectives
How blue economy governance architecture will drive economic transformation in Nigeria, By Olufemi Awoyemi
The Nigerian government, in its desire to diversify the economy and reduce its vulnerability to external shocks, is rightfully promoting other viable sectors such as technology, education, agriculture, solid minerals, and the blue economy. These sectors selected appears deliberate and backed by evidence, but the necessary policies, programmes, and projects to drive the thoughts to actions are still at large,…
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News from States
BREAKING: Court of Appeal sacks Mutfwang as Plateau governor
The Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja has sacked Caleb Mutfwang as Plateau State Governor. The appeal court in its ruling on Sunday, declared that Nentawe Yiltwatda of the All Progressives Congress (APC), won the March 11 governorship election, nullifying Mufang’s declaration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Justice Okon Abang, who read the unanimous decision by the appeal…
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Homeland News
Funso Doherty tackles Sanwo-Olu over procurements in Lagos
Governorship Candidate of the Action Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2023 general elections in Lagos State Funso Doherty has written an open letter to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu expressing his reservations over procurements in the state in the second and third quarters of 2023. Doherty disclosed this via a post on his X, formerly known as Twitter account on Saturday. He…
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Perspectives
Liberian presidential election : A salute to the advancement of Africa, By Olukayode Ajulo
Today, I write with profound appreciation, admiration, and utmost respect to commend and pay homage to an extraordinary individual who has exemplified the true essence of democracy and the power of accepting the will of the people. It is with great honor that I take this moment to recognize and celebrate His Excellency George Weah, a man whose journey from…
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Homeland News
We won’t recognise Osun Acting CJ, NBA tells Adeleke
The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned the removal of the Chief Judge of Osun State, Justice Adepele Ojo, by Governor Ademola Adeleke. The NBA said in a statement issued on Saturday by its National Publicity Secretary, Akorede Lawal, that it will not recognise the Acting Chief Judge, Justice Olayinka Afolabi, appointed by the governor. Lawal said that the NBA’s position…
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Politics
NNPP denies merger talks with other opposition parties
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) is divided over the possibility of merging with other parties ahead of the 2027 presidential election. One faction of the party, led by Major Agbo, has denied any merger talks and insisted that the party remains independent. Agbo issued a statement on Saturday to counter the claims made by Yakubu Shendam, a member of…
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News from States
Sacked Kano Governor Yusuf heads to Supreme Court
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has announced his intention to challenge the court of appeal judgement that upheld his removal from office by the election tribunal. The court of appeal in Abuja on Friday confirmed the tribunal’s decision that Yusuf, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) candidate, was not duly elected as the governor of Kano state. In a broadcast…
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News from States
Shettima inspires UNIMAID graduands, harps on education as service to humanity
…bags honorary doctorate degree The University of Maiduguri was on Saturday enveloped in a frenzy of academic recollection as Vice President Kashim Shettima shared his reflections on the significance of education and service to humanity. Speaking during the 24th Combined Convocation Ceremony of the university, Sen. Shettima inspired graduands as well as dignitaries at the event with lessons learnt from…
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