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DHQ mourns ex-Army spokesman Rabe Abubakar, vows stronger anti-terror operations
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in captivity after being abducted by unknown assailants. In a statement issued on Saturday, Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, expressed the condolences of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to the family of the late officer, his colleagues, and…
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City Boy Movement says political motive behind protest at Abuja headquarters
The City Boy Movement has described a protest staged at its headquarters in Abuja on Friday as a politically motivated action rather than a genuine demonstration against insecurity. In a statement issued by its Deputy Director-General for Media, Communications and Public Affairs, O’tega Ogra, the group alleged that the protesters were sponsored to intimidate its members and create a negative…
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VP Shettima mourns Emir of Ngazargamu, describes him as symbol of unity, progress
Vice President Kashim Shettima has paid tribute to the late Emir of Ngazargamu, HRH Tijjani Ahmed Ibn-Saleh, describing the traditional ruler as a symbol of unity, peace and progress whose life offers valuable lessons for Nigerians. Shettima made the remarks on Friday in Damaturu, Yobe State, shortly after attending the funeral of the monarch, who died in Cairo, Egypt, following…
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Democracy Day: Elect competent lawmakers, Saraki tells Nigerians
Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has called on Nigerians to prioritise competence and performance when electing members of the National Assembly, warning that the country’s democracy and governance would suffer if ineffective legislators continue to be returned to office. Saraki made the remarks on Friday while delivering a keynote address at The Platform’s June Forum, held to commemorate Democracy Day…
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Democracy Day: Not Too Young To Run remains one of my proudest achievements, says Saraki
Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has described the passage of the Not Too Young To Run legislation as one of the achievements closest to his heart, saying the reform opened the doors of political leadership to a new generation of Nigerians. Saraki spoke on Friday while delivering a keynote address at The Platform’s June Forum in Lagos as part of…
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17-year high FX reserves: ‘Tinubu administration will continue to prove cynics wrong’ — TMSG
The Tinubu Media Support Group (TMSG) has said that the administration of President Bola Tinubu will continue to “prove cynics wrong,” following the rise in Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves to a 17-year high. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its chairman, Emeka Nwankpa, and secretary, Dapo Okubanjo, the group said the latest reserves figure reflects the effectiveness…
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World Day Against Child Labour: Oluremi Tinubu calls for stronger protection of children’s rights
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has called for renewed efforts to protect children from labour exploitation, emphasising that every child deserves access to education, safety, and opportunities for personal development. In a statement issued on Friday to commemorate the 2026 World Day Against Child Labour, Mrs Tinubu said children should be in schools, playgrounds, and other safe environments rather than being…
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Over 50 editors set to inspect federal projects across South-East
The South-East edition of the Renewed Hope National Media Tour is set to commence on Saturday, June 13, with a five-day inspection of key federal government projects across the region. According to a statement issued on Friday by Tunde Rahman, Director of Media and Publicity, Renewed Hope Ambassadors, the tour is being organised in collaboration with the Presidential Media Team…
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Ensure Ekiti, Osun polls are peaceful, Tinubu urges INEC
President Bola Tinubu has called for peaceful and credible elections in Ekiti and Osun states, urging all stakeholders to uphold the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic process. Speaking in his Democracy Day address on Friday, Tinubu said the coming polls in the two South-West states would serve as another test of the nation’s democratic maturity after 27 years of uninterrupted civilian…
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Eko Tourism Foundation admitted as UN Tourism affiliate member
The Eko Tourism Foundation has been admitted as an Affiliate Member of UN Tourism, a development expected to boost its efforts to promote Lagos and Nigeria as global tourism destinations. The approval was granted during the 126th Session of the Executive Council of UN Tourism held in Toledo, Spain, on June 11, following the Foundation’s application submitted in November 2025.…
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