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US proposes ‘free economic zone’ in parts of Donbas after Ukrainian pullback, Zelensky says
The United States has suggested creating a “free economic zone” in parts of the eastern Donbas region from which Ukraine would withdraw under a negotiated peace with Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday. In wide-ranging comments to reporters, Zelensky said that Kyiv has presented the US with an updated version of a peace plan — “not a single document,…
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Three arrested in Ondo over alleged self-kidnap plot
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three suspects for allegedly staging a fake kidnapping to extort money from a family. Police spokesman, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, said in a statement on Thursday that the case was initially reported as the abduction of a 22-year-old truck driver, Tobi Oluwatuyi, at Ilu Abo in Akure. According to…
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Ondo governor flags off construction of 8.8km Akure–Ijare Road
Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday flagged off the construction of the 8.8-kilometre Akure–Ijare Road, describing the project as a fulfilment of his administration’s promise to deliver tangible development across the state. The flag-off took place at Ikota Junction in Ijare, Ifedore Local Government Area. Governor Aiyedatiwa said his administration measures governance by visible improvements in the lives…
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Edo government to deploy multifunctional drones to improve security
The Edo State Government has assured residents of its determination to strengthen security across the state through the adoption of advanced technology and enhanced collaboration with the Nigerian Army. Governor Monday Okpebholo disclosed that the state is finalising plans to procure multifunctional security drones to improve surveillance, early detection, and rapid response capabilities. The governor made the announcement during a…
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VP Shettima launches Dangote Foundation’s ₦100bn annual scholarship scheme
Calls for greater investment in education By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima says Nigeria’s education sector has received a significant boost with the launch of the Aliko Dangote Foundation Education Scholarship Initiative, a scheme expected to invest ₦100 billion annually in expanding access to quality learning for young people. Unveiled in Lagos by the Foundation’s President, Alhaji Aliko…
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Wahala at Wadata House, by Bolaji Adebiyi
The crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party cannot be resolved through politics but by law, writes Bolaji Adebiyi In a recent online article titled “The Tragedy of Brilliance,” Babafemi Ojudu, a former senator and a pioneer of guerrilla journalism, expressed a profound but often overlooked truth about politics. According to him, people, allies, and enemies alike do not act based…
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PHOTO NEWS: First Lady hosts children to Christmas brunch at State House
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on Wednesday hosted children to a festive Christmas brunch at the State House in Abuja. The event, filled with excitement and cheer, brought together youngsters from various communities for a day of celebration, gifts and shared joy.
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Lagos govt reaffirms commitment to transparency, accountability in public service
The Permanent Secretary, Office of Internal Audit (OIA), Mrs Monsurat Titilope Alaka, has reaffirmed the Lagos State Government’s commitment to strengthening transparency and accountability across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), while emphasising the crucial role of internal auditors in safeguarding public resources and strengthening governance systems. Addressing auditors in the state public service during her maiden meeting with them,…
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Sanwo-Olu reaffirms commitment to safer Lagos at 19th Security Town Hall Meeting
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to building a safer Lagos, calling for stronger collaboration between government, security agencies, and residents. He made the pledge on Thursday at the 19th Annual Town Hall Meeting on Security organised by the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) in Victoria Island. Speaking on the theme “Building…
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BREAKING: Bayelsa Deputy Governor dies after collapsing in office
Bayelsa State has lost its Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, who reportedly passed away on Thursday at the age of 60. He reportedly collapsed earlier in the day and was rushed to an undisclosed hospital, where he later died. As of now, neither the Bayelsa State Government nor the family of the late deputy governor has provided details surrounding…
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