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Rising insecurity plot to undermine Tinubu’s reforms — Akpabio
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, says that the recent surge in terrorist attacks across Nigeria is part of a coordinated effort to undermine the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Akpabio made the remarks on Tuesday in Abuja during a goodwill message at the commissioning of the Nigeria Revenue Service Headquarters in Abuja. He suggested that the attacks were…
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My prayer is for Nigeria to succeed – Mahama
John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, has said he prays every day for Nigeria to overcome its growing security challenges, stressing that the country’s stability is vital for the region and Africa as a whole. Speaking at an award ceremony in Ghana, Mahama noted that Nigeria’s insecurity could have ripple effects on neighboring countries, warning that large movements of people…
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Event centre under pressure to cancel our convention — ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says there are attempts to disrupt its planned convention in Abuja, alleging that the venue is under pressure from government authorities to cancel the event. In a statement posted on Tuesday via his X account, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s national publicity secretary, said the management of Rainbow Event Centre informed the party of threats allegedly…
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Jigawa govt partner Indian firm on poultry farming
The Jigawa State government says it is strengthening efforts to expand the state’s poultry industry through a new partnership with India’s Srinivasa Farms Pvt. Ltd., as part of ongoing initiatives to attract agricultural investment and boost food production. Governor Malam Umar Namadi made this known on Monday while receiving a high-level technical delegation from the company at the Government House…
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Wike blames “Strong winds” for Abuja bus terminal damage
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, says the damage to the roof of the Kugbo Bus Terminal in Abuja was caused by unusually strong winds, insisting that the structure did not collapse. Speaking to journalists on Monday, Wike defended the contractor responsible for the Kugbo Bus Terminal following a storm that tore off parts of the facility’s roof…
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Nigeria’s youth population needs structured leadership plan — Shettima
Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has called for the establishment of a deliberate and forward-looking framework for youth leadership development, warning that the country’s demographic advantage could become a liability without strategic planning. Speaking on Monday at the Abuja Dialogue 2026 in Abuja, Shettima said Nigeria’s status as one of the world’s youngest nations must be matched with institutional investment and…
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Tinubu meets service chiefs over rising security concerns
President Bola Tinubu on Monday held an emergency security meeting with top military and intelligence chiefs at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The meeting, which began around 2:00 p.m., is the first item on the president’s schedule since his return to Abuja on Friday from Bayelsa State. The high-level session comes amid growing security concerns following the decision by the…
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2027 Polls: APC sets presidential ticket at N100m, governorship N50 million
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled its timetable for the 2027 general elections, setting the cost of its presidential nomination form at N100 million. According to the party, governorship forms for all 36 states will cost N50 million, while Senate forms will cost N20 million. Aspirants for the House of Representatives will pay N10 million, and those seeking seats…
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Tinubu celebrates APC spokesman Felix Morka at 60
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Felix Morka, the National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on his birthday on 12 April. In a statement issued on Saturday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu said, “I join the National Executive Council, the National Working Committee, and all members of our great party in celebrating Mr Felix Morka as…
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FG names Simon Ekpa, Tukur Mamu, 46 others as suspected terrorism financiers
The federal government has released a list of 48 individuals and groups allegedly linked to terrorism financing in Nigeria. The list was made public on Saturday by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NIGSAC) as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and disrupt funding networks supporting extremist activities. According to the publication, the named individuals and entities are suspected of involvement…
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