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Tinubu hails Super Eagles after 2–0 victory over Algeria
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Super Eagles following their 2–0 victory over Algeria in the quarter-final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. The president, in a message posted on Saturday via his verified X handle, @officialABAT, praised the team’s performance and urged the players to remain focused as they advance to…
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Wife of defence minister urges support for families of military personnel
By Kunle Sanni – Lilian Christopher-Musa, wife of the Minister of Defence, has urged Nigerians to see support for military families as both a moral responsibility and a national obligation. She made the call on Saturday during the Humanitarian Family and Community Day held at Mogadishu Cantonment, Abuja, as part of activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. Speaking…
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Shettima reaffirms FG’s resolve to strengthen military at Armed Forces Remembrance prayers
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the Nigerian Armed Forces to address the country’s security challenges, saying the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains resolute in restoring peace and stability nationwide. Shettima gave the assurance on Friday during a special Juma’at prayer held at the National Mosque, Abuja, to…
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President Tinubu celebrates Abegunde ‘Abena’, Prince Ade Omole on their birthdays
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated two of his close associates, Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde ‘Abena’ and Prince Ade Omole, as they mark their birthdays on January 9, praising their dedication to public service, professionalism and national development. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday, the President lauded Hon.…
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Over 408,000 Nigerians still stranded as refugees in Lake Chad region — UN
More than 408,000 Nigerians remain displaced in Cameroon, Niger and Chad despite years of repatriation efforts, according to the 2025 Nigerian Refugees and Repatriation Overview released by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). The report said 408,257 Nigerians fled their homes due to prolonged Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) insurgency in the North-East, which…
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Tinubu mourns passing of Chimamanda Adichie’s son
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to renowned author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie following the death of her son, Nkanu Nnamdi. In a statement issued on Thursday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President also sympathised with Adichie’s husband, Ivara Esege, and other members of the family, describing the loss as a deeply painful tragedy. Tinubu said…
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DHQ renames Armed Forces Remembrance Day
By Kunle Sanni – The Defence Headquarters has announced the renaming of Armed Forces Remembrance Day to Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. The change was confirmed on Thursday in a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Samaila Uba. He said the new name reflects the dual purpose of the annual event: celebrating serving personnel of…
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Tinubu hails NRS chairman Zacch Adedeji on birthday
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Dr Zacch Adedeji, on the occasion of his birthday, praising his leadership and contributions to revenue administration in the country. In a statement issued on Thursday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President commended Adedeji for introducing reforms that have strengthened the operations…
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NAF, US officials hold talks to fast-track acquisition of 12 attack helicopters
By Kunle Sanni – The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has engaged senior officials of the United States Government and representatives of Bell Textron in discussions aimed at accelerating the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z attack helicopters. The talks were held during a Programme Management Review meeting led by the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, from 5…
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Customs commences 90-day vehicle passage for international travellers to Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commenced the implementation of a new framework allowing international travellers to bring personal vehicles into Nigeria under a temporary admission arrangement valid for up to 90 days. The initiative, which applies to non-commercial vehicles owned by foreign visitors entering the country for tourism, diplomatic, business, or personal reasons, is aimed…
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