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Shettima hails Emir of Lafia, says traditional institutions crucial to national unity
Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated the importance of traditional institutions in fostering national unity and stability, saying Nigeria’s progress depends on leaders who prioritise justice, peace and public service over personal interests. Speaking on Monday in Lafia during the 70th birthday and valedictory celebration of the Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad I, Shettima described the monarch as…
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Presidency rejects Obi’s call for Tinubu’s resignation, calls it ‘childish’
The Presidency has rebuffed former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi’s call for President Bola Tinubu to resign, describing the demand as “childish” and “an unwarranted distraction.” In a statement on Monday, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, accused Obi of drawing a flawed comparison between Nigeria’s presidential system and the United Kingdom’s parliamentary model…
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Tinubu appoints Ex-UNILAG VC Ogundipe as NUC board chairman
President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos, Professor Oluwatoyin Temitayo Ogundipe, as Chairman of the Governing Board of the National Universities Commission (NUC). Ogundipe succeeds Emeritus Professor Olufemi Raphael Aina, who resigned from the position less than a year after his appointment. Aina was appointed by President Tinubu in July 2025, while members of the…
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Shettima visits Lafia for project inaugurations, Emir Bage’s 70th birthday
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, for a one-day official visit marked by a series of developmental and ceremonial engagements. During the visit, the Vice President is expected to commission the newly constructed Kilema Bridge, a key infrastructure project undertaken by the Nasarawa State Government to enhance transportation and improve connectivity within Lafia…
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Renewed Hope Ambassadors congratulate Oyebanji on Ekiti election victory
The Renewed Hope Ambassadors (RHA) have congratulated Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, on his victory in the state’s governorship election, describing the outcome as a strong endorsement of his administration’s performance and development agenda. In a statement signed by its Director of Media and Publicity, Tunde Rahman, on Monday, the group hailed the governor’s landslide victory and commended the…
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Shettima honours Tinubu’s late mother, says her legacy continues to shape Nigeria
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Sunday paid tribute to the late Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, mother of President Bola Tinubu, describing her as a woman whose values and commitment to service continue to influence Nigeria through the leadership of her son. Speaking at the Annual Grand Prayer Session held in her honour at the National Mosque in Abuja, Shettima, who represented…
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APC congratulates Oyebanji on historic re-election victory in Ekiti
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has congratulated Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on his re-election as Governor of Ekiti State, describing the victory as a landmark achievement in the state’s democratic history. In a statement issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka on Sunday, the APC said Oyebanji’s victory makes him the first incumbent governor to secure re-election in…
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Tinubu congratulates Oyebanji on Ekiti re-election victory
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on his victory in Saturday’s Ekiti State governorship election, describing the outcome as a strong endorsement of the governor’s performance in office. Western Post had earlier reported that Oyebanji secured re-election with 319,224 votes, defeating his closest challenger, Dr. Wole Oluyede of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who polled 40,543 votes, and Ambassador…
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Father’s Day: Oluremi Tinubu hails fathers’ contribution to family, community development
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has emphasised the critical role fathers play in shaping the character, confidence, and future of their children, describing them as key pillars in the development of strong families and communities. In her Father’s Day 2026 message on Sunday, the First Lady noted that fathers contribute significantly to the upbringing of children through their guidance, protection, and…
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Umahi tackles Obi, says no one becomes president through deceit
The Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, has taken a swipe at former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, declaring that no politician can become President through deceit and insisting that honesty and a verifiable record of service remain essential qualities of leadership. Umahi made the remarks on Friday during the inspection of Section 2 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Superhighway in…
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