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Gov. Inuwa constitutes panel to investigate suspended senior prosecutor
Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has constituted a high-powered panel to investigate allegations of misconduct against the Acting Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) in the state Ministry of Justice, Abubakar Jungudo. The governor also approved the immediate suspension of Jungudo pending the outcome of the investigation. The Head of Civil Service, Prof. Mu’azu Shehu, who conveyed the governor’s approval,…
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Oluremi Tinubu urges youths to aim higher, donates buses to APC youth wing
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has urged young Nigerians to remain focused on achieving greater success, warning against complacency over modest accomplishments. Speaking on Friday while receiving the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Youth Wing at the State House in Abuja, the First Lady said diligence, patience, integrity and hard work were essential virtues for personal growth and…
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Tinubu seeks stronger Gavi partnership as vaccine alliance commits $500m to Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, as the organisation pledged more than $500 million in support for the country’s immunisation programme over the next five years. Tinubu gave the assurance on Friday while receiving a delegation led by Gavi Chief Executive Officer, Dr Sania Nishtar, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.…
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Lai Mohammed mourns ex-finance minister Abubakar Alhaji
Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has expressed condolences to Hajiya Aisha Abubakar following the death of her father, former Minister of Finance and ex-Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji. Mohammed, who spoke in his capacity as Managing Partner of Bruit Costaud, conveyed the condolences in a statement issued in Abuja on Friday. He…
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My office will complement, not replace existing security agencies, says Famadewa
The Special Adviser to the President on Homeland Security, retired Major General Adeyinka Famadewa, has said his office was created to complement the work of existing security agencies rather than replace them as the Federal Government strengthens coordination to tackle evolving security threats. Famadewa stated this on Friday during the maiden Homeland Security Stakeholders’ Meeting held at the Office of…
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Lukman: Opposition must unite or hand APC another victory in 2027
Former National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Salihu Lukman, has said he suspended his membership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) out of frustration over the inability of opposition leaders to forge a united front ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on The Morning Show on Arise News on Friday, Lukman warned that the opposition…
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Tinubu, Shettima mourn former finance minister Abubakar Alhaji
President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima on Thursday paid tribute to former Minister of Finance and elder statesman, Abubakar Alhaji, who died after a brief illness, describing him as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished public servants. Shettima travelled to Sokoto, where he led mourners at the Janaza (funeral prayers) of the late Sardauna of Sokoto and paid a…
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Wadada defends Tinubu’s economic reforms, says critics ignore signs of recovery
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State, Ahmed Wadada, has defended the economic policies of President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the administration has recorded measurable progress despite prevailing challenges. Wadada spoke on Thursday after meeting President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where he said discussions centred on supporting the President’s efforts to advance…
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Nigerian Professor Adeola takes top spot as Rwanda’s business, management researcher
Nigerian academic, Professor Ogechi Adeola, has been named among Rwanda’s Top 10 Scientists in the 2026 AD Scientific Index, earning recognition as the country’s highest-ranked researcher in the field of Business and Management. Adeola, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation and Enterprise) at the University of Kigali, received the recognition for her outstanding research output and scholarly impact, further strengthening her…
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FG urges African nations to deepen partnerships for food security
The federal government has called for stronger collaboration among African countries, research institutions, development partners and the private sector to accelerate agricultural transformation, strengthen food systems and improve food security across the continent. Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, made the call on Thursday at the closing session of the 9th Africa Agriculture Science…
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