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#FreeNnamdiKanu: Protesters flee as security operatives fire teargas in Abuja
Security operatives on Monday fired tear gas canisters at protesters, including human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, who had gathered in Abuja to demand the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu. In a viral video, Sowore could be seen running for his life, alongside other protesters. The protest, tagged #ReleaseNnamdiKanuNow, was planned to…
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#FreeNnamdiKanu: Sowore urges Nigerians to join protest
Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has urged Nigerians to join a nationwide protest demanding the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra’s leader, Nnamdi Kanu, despite a court order restricting demonstrations around key government areas in Abuja. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday morning, Sowore called on citizens to take to the streets in peaceful protest. “Good…
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PHOTOS: Faces at Kessington Adebutu’s 90th birthday thanksgiving service in Iperu-Remo
Some of the personalities who attended the Kessington Adebutu’s 90th birthday thanksgiving service held in Iperu-Remo, Ogun State on Sunday are; Governor Dapo Abiodun, former Ogun State governor and Senator representing Ogun East, Sen. Gbenga Daniel, and former vice president, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo. Others include; former governor Olusegun Osoba, the Akarigbo and paramount ruler of Remo land, Oba Babatunde Ajayi…
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Edo champions empowerment, equal opportunities for persons with disabilities
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Edo State Government through its Office of the First Lady, led by the Coordinator, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani, has reiterated the administration’s commitment to inclusion and empowerment of people with disabilities (PWDs) in the State.Speaking during an engagement with delegates from the Network for the Advancement of Persons with Visible Disabilities (NAPVID), Anani emphasized that the…
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No amount of defections can save APC from defeat in 2027- ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said no amount of defections can save the All Progressives Congress (APC) from defeat in 2027, faulting the party over claims that key figures from the opposition party are set to defect to the APC. In a statement issued on Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC described the claim made…
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Ekiti 2026: Fayemi lauds Oyebanji’s 3 years performance
… says “Oyebanji is my greatest achievement” A Former Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi has lauded the three years performance of the Governor of the State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, describing him as his greatest achievement. Fayemi gave the commendation at Ijelu-Ekiti during the commissioning of the newly constructed Itapa-Ijelu-Omu road, as part of activities marking the third anniversary of…
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NDLEA intercepts illicit drugs hidden in snails, bulbs, clothes
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted consignments of illicit drugs concealed in frozen snails, electrical bulbs, and female clothes. A statement on Sunday by the Agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, said the shipments were destined for the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He said the…
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Abdallah pledges teamwork, open door policy to drive Edo’s SHINE agenda
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development in Edo State ,Mrs. Eugenia Abdallah, has promised to work closely with staff of the Ministry to drive transformation and deliver on the Edo State Government’s SHINE agenda.Abdallah made the pledge while addressing management and staff at the Ministry’s premises in Benin City, where she officially resumed office. She…
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Edo pledges dignity, access for persons with disabilities
By Folashade OlorunfemiEdo State Government through the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has reiterated its readiness to work closely with vulnerable groups to improve the quality of life for persons with intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the State. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Joy Ihensekhien, gave the assurance when she…
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Lagos partners with Germany to engineer a new “Cultural Economy” for global export
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Lagos State Government through the The Lagos State Film and Video Censors Board (LSFVCB) has associated with the Creative Designers Guild of Nigeria (CDGN) to redefine culture for economic growth, discussing possible collaboration between Nigerian and Germany for global promotion of Nigeria culture and sustainability. This was revealed during the Creative Exhibition 2.0 at NECA House,…
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