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Wike rallies Rivers structure, inaugurates Renewed Hope headquarters ahead of 2027
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said the people of Rivers State do not have a governor to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu, come 2027. The Minister disclosed this on Saturday, in Port Harcourt, the capital city of Rivers State, while commissioning Rivers State Renewed Hope Ambassadors headquarters, housing Majority FM 89.5, situation room, office facilities, as…
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AAP threatens legal action, demands immediate registration from INEC
The African Alliance Party (AAP) has demanded its immediate registration as a political party by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), warning that it will head to court if the commission fails to act, while accusing the electoral body of applying double standards in the approval of political associations ahead of the 2027 general elections. AAP made the demand in…
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Southern governors’ forum condemns Kwara massacre, urges swift action against perpetrators
The Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with the Government and people of Kwara State over the deadly terrorist attacks that claimed at least 162 lives in the villages of Woro and Nuku. In a statement issued in Abeokuta on Saturday, Abiodun expressed deep sorrow over the incident, describing it…
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I feel more comfortable in APC than other parties, says Iyabo Obasanjo
Daughter of former Nigeria President, Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, has confirmed her membership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the party as her “natural home”. Iyabo made the confirmation on Saturday during an interview with Nigerian legend, Segun Odegbami on his 103.7FM Eagle7 Sports, in Abeokuta. The former senator confirmed that she is returning to politics after “pressure” from…
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Nation’s future at risk if youth drug crisis persists-Oyebanji cautions
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has called for intensified advocacy, collaboration and awareness campaigns to curb the growing menace of illicit drug use, particularly among young people. Speaking in Lagos at the unveiling of “Kick the Habit,” a book authored by Dr Eno-Udoma Eniang, the governor stressed the need to build a drug-free society through strategic partnerships with relevant stakeholders…
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Plateau activates emergency response after Lassa fever hits seven councils
The Plateau State government has confirmed an outbreak of Lassa fever affecting seven local government areas, with 11 positive cases and four deaths recorded since December 2025. Commissioner for Health, Dr Nicholas Baamlong, disclosed this during a press briefing on Saturday in Jos, providing an update on the outbreak and the state’s response efforts. “We were first alerted on December…
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Lagos–Ibadan expressway repairs to last up to two months- FRSC
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has announced that repairs on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway will require at least two months for full completion. Speaking with journalists, the Lagos State Sector Commander, FRSC, Ganiyu Hamzat, said ”Following discussions with the contractor and the Controller of Works, it was agreed that a period of about six weeks to a maximum of two…
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Lagos inaugurates advisory board, organising committee for 2026 Physical Planning Summit
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, has inaugurated the Board of Advisers and the Organising Committee for the 2026 Lagos Physical Planning Summit (LPPS), formally kick-starting preparations for the next edition of the summit. The inauguration was performed by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, at the ministry’s…
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SDP insists on clear legal backing for electronic transmission of results
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expressed concern over what it described as deliberate resistance by the leadership of the Senate to meaningful electoral reforms. In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, the party said it was speaking out in defence of transparency, accountability and the will of the Nigerian people. The SDP said a…
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Health services to resume as JOHESU calls off 84-day prolonged strike action
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has suspended its nationwide strike, 84 days after the industrial action began. This was announced in a communique issued and jointly signed by JOHESU Chairman, Kabiru Minjibir, and Secretary, Martin Adekunle, on Friday after its expanded National Executive Council (NEC) emergency meeting held in Abuja. According to the communique, the meeting was convened to review…
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