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VIDEO: ‘No more rift’ — Fubara says relationship with principal restored
By Kunle Sanni – Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has reaffirmed that he remains at peace with his principal, stressing that both are working together in the interest of the state. Speaking with State House reporters on Monday after a meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the governor explained that his visit was to…
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Falconets return from Kigali, relocate to Ibadan for decisive qualifier
The Nigeria U-20 women’s national team, the Falconets, arrived in the country on Monday morning following their 1-0 victory over Rwanda’s She-Amavubi in a 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifying match played on Sunday at the Kigali-Pele Stadium. Alaba Olabiyi netted the decisive goal with 20 minutes remaining, handing Nigeria a crucial away win and a first-leg advantage ahead…
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The times have changed in Nigeria’s downstream sector, by Femi Otedola
Congratulations to my dear brother, Aliko Dangote, on the success achieved so far since the Dangote Refinery commenced operations. It is a historic leap for Nigeria’s energy independence and economic future. But more importantly, credit must go to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for doing what no other leader before him had the political will to execute, the full deregulation of…
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JUST IN: Fubara meets Tinubu at Aso Rock after suspension lifted
By Kunle Sanni – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Monday evening visited the Presidential Villa in Abuja for a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. Fubara, who was recently reinstated after months of political uncertainty, arrived at the State House forecourt at about 6:20 p.m. His visit comes days after President Tinubu lifted the state of emergency in Rivers State,…
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Death toll rises in Benue attack, as search for missing officer continues
The death toll from the recent ambush on security operatives in Benue State has risen to 11, as authorities confirm the recovery of seven additional bodies. The attack, which occurred on September 19 at Agu Centre in Katsina-Ala/Ukum Local Government Area, was reportedly carried out by suspected armed herders and militia members. Initially, three police officers were reported dead following…
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Stop mocking Pat Utomi — anyone can goof, by Olabode Opeseitan
In February 2024, during a political event, Professor Pat Utomi declared: “Nigeria is dying.” He went further to predict that the Naira could collapse to as low as ₦10,000 to the dollar, tying this grim prophecy to insecurity, lack of production, and distrust in leadership. His alarm reflected, in part, genuine concern but, as time has shown, by sounding apocalyptic,…
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Oyo senators visit Olubadan-designate Ladoja ahead of coronation
By Adejayan Gbenga – Senator Yunus Akintunde, representing Oyo Central Senatorial District, led a delegation of federal lawmakers from Oyo State on a courtesy visit to the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja (Arusall), ahead of his coronation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. Akintunde was accompanied by Senator Abdulfatai Buhari (Oyo North) and Senator Sarafadeen Alli (Oyo South, also the…
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Eko Flavours Season 2 unveils top 50 contestants
By Adeola Ogunrinde – …Lagos reaffirms commitment to becoming Africa’s culinary capital Eko Flavours, Africa’s premier culinary showcase powered by Culinara Group in partnership with the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems, has officially unveiled the top 50 contestants for Season 2 of its cooking competition. The announcement was made over the weekend during the Top 50 briefing…
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Ijebu State and the rhetoric of survival, by Folorunso Adisa
The statement made by Senator Gbenga Daniel is a textbook example of political rhetoric that blends personal ambition with collective aspiration. By asserting that the agitation for Ijebu State will suffer a setback if he is not returned to the Senate, OGD is not merely campaigning, he is engaging in what political communication scholars often call the rhetoric of indispensability.…
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Tinubu felicitates former Katsina governor Shema at 68
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Governor of Katsina State, Ibrahim Shehu Shema, on his 68th birthday, commending his contributions to governance and national development. In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Shema as a visionary leader whose legacy of financial discipline and statesmanship…
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