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Nigerian leaders honoured abroad, undervalued at home — Oluremi Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has said that many Nigerian leaders who enjoy respect and recognition internationally are often criticised and undervalued by citizens at home, attributing the trend to hate-driven narratives and political manipulation. Mrs Tinubu made the remarks in a post on her official Facebook page on Friday, days after United States President Donald Trump…
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Trump’s remarks on Remi Tinubu worth celebrating — Oshiomhole
By Kunle Sanni – Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has described comments credited to United States President Donald Trump about Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, as a source of national pride and worthy of celebration. Oshiomhole, who spoke on Friday after a visit to President Bola Tinubu at the…
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Marwa advocates skills development as tool against drug abuse
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), has urged Nigerian youths to embrace skills acquisition and empowerment opportunities to avoid substance abuse and other social vices. Marwa gave the advice at the launch of a youth empowerment and skills acquisition programme organised by Grassroots Bridge Builders, a…
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Umahi reads riot-act to China Harbour Engineering over road projects, demands quality job
Minister of Works, Senator Engineer David Umahi, has read the riot act to China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) and its sister company, China Harbour Operation and Maintenance Company (CHOMC), demanding that they deliver quality work on ongoing road projects. The minister gave the contractors just seven days to address failing road sections and implement dust-control measures, following public complaints and…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu receives Tax Ombudsman, urges fairness
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday received the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Tax Complaints Commission, John Nwabueze, at the State House, Abuja, charging him to uphold fairness, transparency, and accountability in the nation’s tax system. Dr Nwabueze, Nigeria’s pioneer Tax Ombudsman, was accompanied by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr…
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African leaders urged to uphold sovereignty at Murtala Muhammed memorial workshop
African leaders have been urged to defend the continent’s sovereignty and resist foreign interference, with warnings that continued dependence on external powers could undermine Africa’s potential despite its vast natural resources. The call came during a strategic policy workshop held at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Nigeria’s former Head…
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PHOTO NEWS: House of Reps kicks off 2026 budget defence
By Kunle Sanni – The House of Representatives Committee on Finance has kick-started its 2026 budget defence, engaging key government agencies, ministries and parastatals. Hon. James Faleke, the member representing Ikeja Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Finance, revealed this on Friday through his X account. According to the post, the opening day featured presentations and submissions…
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NCAA convenes stakeholders’ meeting with airlines, Hajj operators ahead of 2026 pilgrimage
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on Thursday convened a high-level meeting with Hajj airlines and the Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria (AHUON) at its Abuja headquarters to address operational challenges and assess preparedness for the 2026 Hajj airlift. Represented by the Director of Aerodrome and Airspace Standards and Chairman of the Hajj Committee, Alhaji Ahmad Abba,…
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Senate unanimously approved electronic transmission of results, says Umeh
The senator representing Anambra Central, Victor Umeh, has clarified that the Senate unanimously approved electronic transmission of election results in the proposed Electoral Act amendments. Umeh explained that the legislative process on the amendment was extensive and deliberate, involving first and second readings, zonal public hearings, consultations with stakeholders, and reports from a joint committee of the National Assembly. He…
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Trump praises Oluremi Tinubu at National Prayer Breakfast
By Kunle Sanni – US President Donald Trump on Thursday lauded First Lady Oluremi Tinubu during the country’s annual National Prayer Breakfast, commending her leadership, faith, and values. “We are honoured to be joined today by the First Lady of Nigeria, Remi Tinubu, who also happens to serve as a Christian pastor at one of the largest churches in Nigeria,…
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