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Factional noise, ill-advised strategy: The ADC protest — by Segun Showunmi
Let us be clear: the right to protest is not a license for political opportunism, nor is it a tool for blackmailing institutions into surrender. Those now shouting the loudest under the banner of grievance are, in many cases, recent converts, political migrants who only just arrived, yet already demand to harvest where they neither sowed nor invested. This is…
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Group attributes rise in federation revenue to Tinubu’s economic reforms
The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG), a political support group, has attributed the increase in federation revenue in the first two months of 2026 to the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and Secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, the group said the nearly N500 billion year-on-year rise in revenue reflected improved fiscal performance…
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Nigeria urges UN to ensure equitable global hydrogen transition
Nigeria has called on the United Nations to promote an inclusive and equitable hydrogen economy, stressing that no region should be left behind in the transition to cleaner energy systems. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, made the call during his closing remarks at the Conference on Clean Hydrogen: Shaping Sustainable Industry’s Future, organised by the United…
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Trump criticises Nato as alliance chief describes meeting as ‘very frank’
Donald Trump has again attacked Nato for not supporting the US in the Iran war, following a private meeting with its Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House. In a post shared to Truth Social after the meeting, the US President said: “NATO WASN’T THERE WHEN WE NEEDED THEM, AND THEY WON’T BE THERE IF WE NEED THEM AGAIN.”…
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Chinese researcher’s death after questioning in US prompts anger in Beijing
China has called on American authorities to investigate the death of a Chinese semiconductor researcher in the US, who was found dead after “hostile questioning” by law enforcement there. US media have identified the researcher as Danhao Wang from the University of Michigan. Wang died shortly after talking to federal investigators, CBS News reported. The University of Michigan said in…
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Covenant University student dies during football training on campus
Covenant University in Ota, Ogun State, has confirmed the sudden death of a 500-Level student, Toluwase Jesutunmise, who collapsed during a football training session on campus. The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Timothy Anake, said the incident occurred on Monday and described Jesutunmise as a diligent and vibrant student. “He was an active member of the student football team and showed remarkable…
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World reacts to ‘brutal’ Israeli attacks on Lebanon after US-Iran truce
Israeli attacks have killed at least 254 people and wounded 1,165 others, according to Lebanon’s Civil Defence. Israeli forces have carried out a devastating bombardment across Lebanon, killing hundreds of people, hours after a two-week ceasefire was announced in the United States-Israeli war on Iran. Lebanon’s Civil Defence said at least 254 people were killed and 1,165 others were wounded…
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Nigeria on path to recovery despite challenges, says information minister
The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that the country remains stable, resilient, and on a clear path to economic recovery, despite ongoing security and economic challenges. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, made the remarks on Wednesday during the 81st General Assembly and 23rd Annual General Meeting of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON) at Hawthorn Hotel and…
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Eno assures completion of Ibom Deep Seaport as technical committee presents report
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the realisation of the Ibom Deep Seaport project, expressing confidence that the long-awaited initiative will finally materialise. Eno made the assurance on Wednesday at the Government House, Uyo, during the presentation of the project’s feasibility report by the Technical Committee. He commended the committee for its detailed and…
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FG, Nestlé sign MoU to establish dairy skills centre in Abuja
The Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Nestlé Nigeria Plc for the establishment of a Dairy Technical Skills Development Centre in the Federal Capital Territory, aimed at boosting dairy production in the country. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, disclosed this in Abuja on Wednesday, describing the partnership as a strategic intervention to address key…
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