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Atiku rejects manual collation clause in Electoral Act amendment
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Senate’s decision to allow manual collation of election results as a backup to electronic transmission, warning that the move could create confusion in Nigeria’s electoral process. On Tuesday, the Senate approved the electronic transmission of election results to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) Result Viewing Portal (IReV). However, lawmakers included a provision…
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SCM Capital invests ₦1bn in Mobihealth to expand telehealth services in Nigeria
Mobihealth International has secured a ₦1 billion equity investment from SCM Capital to accelerate the expansion of its technology-enabled healthcare services across Nigeria. At an event held in Lagos on Tuesday, the company, a global integrated telehealth provider focused on expanding access to quality healthcare across Africa and emerging markets, described the funding as a milestone in its mission to…
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Kenya to confront Russia over ‘unacceptable’ use of its nationals in combat
Kenya says it will talk to Russia over growing reports that its citizens are being recruited to fight in the war in Ukraine. Speaking to the BBC, Foreign Minister Musalia Mudavadi called the practice “unacceptable and clandestine”, and said Nairobi had shut down illegal recruiters and would urge Moscow to sign a deal banning the conscription of Kenyan soldiers. The…
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Sesko equaliser secures draw for Manchester United against West Ham
Benjamin Sesko scored in the sixth minute of stoppage time to earn a point for Manchester United, whose winning run under Michael Carrick ended with a 1-1 draw at West Ham United. United were aiming for a fifth consecutive Premier League victory under their interim manager, which would have lifted them to third and reduced the gap to second-placed Manchester…
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Leeds hold Chelsea to draw at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea missed the chance to move into the Premier League top four after throwing away a two-goal lead against Leeds United at Stamford Bridge. The hosts took a two-goal cushion through efforts either side of half-time from Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer. However, they allowed Leeds back into the match when Moises Caicedo brought down Jayden Bogle, enabling Lukas Nmecha…
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Fubara appoints new permanent secretaries for Rivers civil service
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the appointment of five new permanent secretaries in the state’s civil service. The appointments were announced in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Head of Service, Dr Iningi Brown. Those appointed are Dr Wachukwu Worgu, Eke Owuma, Ogbonna Anthony, Dr Jim-Jaja Gogo and Uzor Henry. According to the statement, the governor is…
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Olubadan bans open grazing in Ibadan, threatens legal action against violators
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja (Aruse I), has declared open cattle grazing illegal in Ibadanland, warning that violators will face arrest and prosecution under Oyo State law. The monarch’s position was conveyed in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Chief Solomon Ayoade, following a meeting with members of the Olubadan-in-Council and executives…
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Oyo deputy governor urges review of Nigeria’s federal system
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, has called for a critical review of Nigeria’s federal structure, warning that the country may never attain development if states are not allowed to function properly. Lawal made the remarks while serving as a lead panelist at the 2026 National Economic Council (NEC) Conference held at…
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Oyo LG boss denies allegations of bias in Onipako selection
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Chairman of Ibarapa Central Local Government in Oyo State, Hon. Olusola Adeleke, has denied allegations of bias in the ongoing selection process for the Onipako of Pako, insisting that his actions are guided by fairness, due process, and respect for established chieftaincy laws. Responding to claims of interference, Adeleke said he had to address discrepancies…
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Omotola Jalade to launch world-class food app from directorial debut
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Legendary Nollywood actress and activist, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, has revealed plans to launch a world-class food app from her upcoming movie, Mother’s Love. The filmmaker made this disclosure during a discussion about her 30 years on stage on Channels Television. She described the food app as “a product that doesn’t exist anywhere in the world,” adding…
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