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State police proposal is Tinubu’s ‘masterstroke’ against insecurity, says Barau
Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has described President Bola Tinubu’s bid to establish state police as a “masterstroke” that could transform Nigeria’s security architecture, saying the proposed system contains safeguards to prevent abuse while bringing policing closer to communities. Barau, who also chairs the Senate Committee on Constitution Review, spoke during Radio Nigeria Kaduna’s live Hausa programme, Hannu Da Yawa,…
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Tinubu celebrates Wole Soyinka at 92, hails Nobel laureate’s enduring legacy
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nobel laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, on his 92nd birthday, describing him as a global literary icon, fearless advocate of justice, and one of Nigeria’s greatest national treasures. In a personally signed message released on Sunday ahead of Soyinka’s birthday on Monday, Tinubu praised the renowned playwright, poet and activist for his remarkable contributions to literature,…
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Nigeria to maintain stronger relationship with Benin Republic as Ambassador Adeola-Ibrahim presents Letter of Credence
Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with the Republic of Benin following the presentation of the Letter of Credence by its new Ambassador, Mopelola Adeola-Ibrahim, to Beninese President Romuald Wadagni. The development was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, who said the ceremony took…
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Umahi dismisses Obi’s claim of threats to life, says ex-LP candidate will lose again in 2027
Minister of Works David Umahi has dismissed claims by former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi that his life is under threat, insisting that no one is interested in harming him and that he would remain alive to contest the 2027 presidential election. Umahi spoke on Friday while inspecting ongoing federal road projects in Ebonyi State, according to a report…
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PHOTO NEWS: Oluremi Tinubu launches food bank, donates ₦100m to Kogi traders
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday launched the North Central National Community Food Bank in Lokoja, Kogi State, where she urged wealthy Nigerians, including musicians Burna Boy, Davido and Asake, to establish charitable foundations to support vulnerable citizens. During the visit, the First Lady also announced a ₦100 million donation through the Renewed Hope Initiative to provide ₦50,000 grants to…
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2027: Tinubu-Shettima and the politics of loyalty, capacity, continuity — By Stanley Nkwocha
In politics, the most powerful decisions are sometimes the ones that end speculation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election is one of such decisions. It is a statement of trust, a signal of continuity, and a calculated move to keep the All Progressives Congress (APC) on…
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How we rescued abducted Oyo pupils, teachers — Army
The Nigerian Army has revealed that the 44 pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State regained their freedom after a month-long, intelligence-driven operation that dismantled the kidnappers’ network and forced the terrorists to release their captives unconditionally. The Army disclosed this in a statement on Friday by the Acting Deputy Director, 2 Division Army Public…
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Tinubu converts Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa into specialised mining university
President Bola Tinubu has approved the upgrade of the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, to the Federal University of Mining, Engineering and Technology, as part of efforts to strengthen technical education and develop Nigeria’s solid minerals sector. The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed the development in a statement on Friday, saying the approval reflects the administration’s commitment…
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Tinubu hails rescue of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers, orders medical support
President Bola Tinubu has expressed delight over the rescue of the pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, commending security agencies for securing their freedom after 56 days in captivity. In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the military, the Department of State Services…
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Oyo abduction: Eight kidnappers arrested, others neutralised — Presidency
The Presidency has said security forces arrested eight suspected kidnappers and neutralised several others during the operation that led to the rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The development was disclosed by Olusegun Dada, Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, in a post on his X account on Friday.…
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