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Supreme court rulings are not military fiat- Lagos APC defends Tinubu
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu could rule Nigeria with the military following a recent Supreme Court verdict on Rivers State, describing the assertion as false, misleading, and dangerous to democracy. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the party’s spokesman, Seye Oladejo, the Lagos APC reacted to…
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No banger, no firework: Alimosho LG partners traditional rulers for safe yuletide
The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government in Lagos State, Akinpelu Johnson, has met with traditional rulers across the council area to strengthen collaboration and solicit their support in campaigning against the use of bangers, fireworks and other explosive items during the Christmas and New Year festivities. Speaking at the meeting, the chairman reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to maintaining a cordial…
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NLC members, Sowore gather in Abuja as nationwide protest over insecurity begins
Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have begun gathering at the NLC Secretariat in Abuja for a nationwide protest against the rising insecurity across the country. Some of those already at the Secretariat include the President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero, and civil society allies. Notable among them are Omoyele Sowore and his colleagues in the Revolution Now Movement…
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Nigerians yearn for PDP’s return in 2027- Turaki
The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Turaki, has said Nigerians are “yearning” for the opposition party to return to power in the 2027 general elections. Turaki made the assertion on Tuesday in Abuja while addressing former governors and ministers who are members of the party. He described the PDP’s 16 years in government between 1999 and 2015…
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Lagos Police arrests tiktok star Peller over dangerous driving in viral live video
The Lagos state police command has arrested and detained Habeeb Hamza, the TikTok star widely known as Peller, following a viral video of a dangerous driving incident that culminated in a crash during a live broadcast. A statement issued on Tuesday by the police public relations officer (PPRO), Abimbola Adebisi, confirmed that the arrest was prompted by widespread public outcry.…
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Yuletide: Eno begins payment of 13th month salary to Akwa Ibom workers
By Folashade Olorunfemi Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has commenced the payment of the 13th month salary to state workers to enable them adequately prepare for the yuletide season. Reports from the Office of the Accountant-General indicate that the payment began on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, in fulfilment of the governor’s earlier promise that workers would receive their…
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Naira redesign was EFCC’s idea to curb vote buying- Buhari biography reveals
By Kunle Sanni A new biography of former President Muhammadu Buhari has revealed that the controversial naira redesign policy introduced ahead of the 2023 general election was proposed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), with the aim of cutting off cash supplies used for vote buying. The revelation is contained in From Soldier to Statesman: The Legacy of…
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Tinubu meets NLC in bid to avert nationwide protest
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday night met with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in a last-minute effort to avert the union’s planned nationwide protest over rising insecurity across the country. The closed-door meeting, held at the State House, Abuja, began at about 11:27 p.m. and was attended by the NLC President, Mr. Joe Ajaero;…
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Akinsanya unveils N7.91bn 2026 budget to drive grassroots development in Igando-Ikotun LCDA
The Chairman of Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Mr. Lasisi Akinsanya, has presented a proposed ₦7.91 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the Legislative Council. The budget presentation took place at the council’s legislative chamber under heightened security and was witnessed by members of the executive council, legislative councillors, traditional rulers, community stakeholders, and council officials. The…
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Aiyedatiwa pledges fair candidate selection, vows to complete all road projects
By Folashade Olorunfemi By Folashade Olorunfemi Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has assured members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) that the party will carefully assess all interests and consult widely among aspirants before selecting the most suitable candidates for National Assembly seats. Aiyedatiwa gave the assurance on Tuesday while addressing residents and APC members who turned out in…
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