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Tinubu commends Sanwo-Olu over projects, says free traffic boosts productivity
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday praised several projects constructed by the Lagos State government, describing them as people-focused initiatives that demonstrate how the city is successfully managing the challenges of rapid urbanisation. The President made the remarks during the commissioning of the newly completed Ojota-Opebi Link Bridge. He was represented at the event by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. “In a…
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Nafiu Bala-led ADC faction lead protest at INEC headquarters
Factional ADC National Chairman Nafiu Gombe led a protest at the INEC headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, calling on David Mark, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso to stop interfering in the party. Gombe, accompanied by Kogi State lawmaker Leke Abejide and hundreds of supporters, accused the David Mark-led leadership of attempting to hijack the party in defiance of…
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Ex-senator Kabiru Marafa joins ADC
Kabiru Marafa, former Senator for Zamfara Central, has joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), saying he left the All Progressives Congress (APC) because of “political manipulation.” In a statement on Thursday by Mansur Haruna, director-general of Marafa’s media team, the former lawmaker described the move as a “historic milestone” for the state. “My supporters and political structure have resolved to…
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State House perm sec urges excellence, honours outstanding staff
The Permanent Secretary, State House, Temitope Fashedemi, has called on staff to maintain a culture of excellence and professionalism in service delivery as part of efforts to strengthen public service performance. Fashedemi made the call on Wednesday in Abuja during the 2025 State House Ministerial Rewards and Recognition Ceremony, organised to honour staff for outstanding contributions to the service. Represented…
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INEC warns fake news may threaten 2027 elections
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, has warned that the spread of misinformation, particularly through broadcast media, could pose a serious threat to the credibility of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. Amupitan gave the warning on Wednesday while speaking at the 81st General Assembly of the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON) in Abuja, where he stressed…
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Opposition crises show they are unprepared to govern Nigeria, APC chairman says
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has said Nigerians cannot entrust opposition parties with leadership of the country due to ongoing internal crises within their ranks. Yilwatda made this known in Abuja while speaking on Nigeria’s political and economic management, according to a statement issued by his spokesman, Abimbola Tooki, on Wednesday. He argued…
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Kaduna skills council sets example for economic growth – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised the Kaduna State Government for establishing a State Council on Skills, describing it as a national model for workforce development, youth employment and inclusive economic growth. In a letter to Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, Shettima, who also chairs the National Council on Skills (NCS), said the inauguration of the council represents a strategic…
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Atiku, Amaechi, Tambuwal, other ADC leaders storm INEC HQ over leadership crisis
Dozens of supporters and leaders of the Senator David Mark faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday stormed the headquarters of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja to protest what they described as the commission’s alleged interference in the party’s leadership dispute. Among those present at the protest were former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Kano…
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Strait of Hormuz reopens as US, Iran announce two-week ceasefire
The United States and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire that will halt American attacks on Iran while Tehran allows the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, in a temporary agreement mediated by Pakistan. US President Donald Trump confirmed the development, saying Washington would suspend planned military action as part of the deal. “Based on conversations…
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Nigeria positioned to lead Africa in AI development – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima says Nigeria is strategically positioned to lead Africa in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive economic growth and innovation. Shettima made this known on Monday in Lagos during the launch of the AI University Innovation Pod (UniPod) at the University of Lagos, where he described AI as one of the most transformative technologies shaping…
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