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Arrest of 42 Nigerians in Mozambique ‘disturbing and unacceptable’ — NiDCOM
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has condemned the arrest of 42 Nigerians in Mozambique, describing the development as disturbing and unacceptable. Dabiri-Erewa called on Mozambican authorities to immediately release the detained Nigerians or formally charge them in court if they have committed any offence. NiDCOM Boss, in a statement issued…
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2027: Development projects have secured Delta for APC, says Oborevwori
The governor of Delta State, Rt (Hon) Sheriff Oborevwori, has boasted that the state has effectively become a no-go area for opposition political parties due to the visible achievements of his administration. Oborevwori made the remark at the inauguration of the 4.8-kilometre Oko–Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu/Oko-Anala Road in Oko Kingdom and other road networks in Asaba, both in the Oshimili South Local Government…
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2027: Tinubu will win again, opposition coalition a waste of time-Lagos Lawmaker
The Deputy Chief Whip of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Setonji David, has said that opposition alliances being formed across different political platforms will not succeed in stopping the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. David expressed confidence that Tinubu would secure a second term in office, noting that Nigerians understand the direction in which the president is steering…
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DCP Placid takes over as Force PRO as IGP Disu reshuffles police communications
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, has appointed the DCP Anthony Okon Placid, as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO). Placid’s appointment was announced in a statement issued on Sunday by the outgoing Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Benjamin Hundeyin.He is a seasoned officer of the Nigeria Police Force with extensive experience in administration, operations, intelligence, training, and…
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Benin City shines globally, secures $1m Bloomberg innovation award
Benin City, the Edo State capital, has secured a major international recognition after emerging among the top cities globally in the prestigious Bloomberg Mayor’s Challenge, winning a $1 million innovation award. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by Patrick Ebojele, the Chief Press Secretary to Edo Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo. The global competition attracted participation from over…
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IWD 2026: Lagos APC applauds women’s role in governance, economy
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has joined the global community in celebrating women on the occasion of International Women’s Day, praising their resilience and contributions to societal development. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Lagos APC Spokesman, Seye Oladejo, said the party recognises the vital role women play in building families, communities and the…
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RCCG’s Foluke Adeboye seeks divine wisdom for leaders amid Nigeria’s challenges
The wife of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Foluke Adeboye, has prayed for improved national development, asking God to grant leaders the wisdom and excellence required to enhance the quality of life of citizens. Mrs Adeboye prayed for a divine transformation of leadership in Nigeria and across the world, urging that those in…
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2027: Jandor pledges welfare-driven govt for Lagos residents
A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State and Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, has said his administration would prioritise the welfare of residents if elected governor in 2027. Jandor made the remark on Saturday while speaking with journalists on the sidelines of the 8th Annual Ramadan Lecture held…
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Senator Yari unveils nationwide political movement to mobilise support for Tinubu’s re-election
A former governor of Zamfara State and Senator representing Zamfara West Senatorial District, Sen. Abdulaziz Yari, has launched a new political movement aimed at consolidating nationwide support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. National facilitators of the movement, Alhaji Mohammed Abubakar and his deputy, Emmanuel Osita, disclosed this in a statement issued Saturday in Abuja. According to the National…
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From my balcony- by Sam Kargbo
Standing upon my balcony—no ordinary balcony, but that elevated ledge of inconvenient memory from which history refuses to blink—I behold a carnival of sudden conscience. The square below is crowded with men and women freshly perfumed in the fragrance of reform. Yesterday’s custodians of iron decrees now wrap themselves in linen woven from the vocabulary of liberty. Their wrists, once…
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