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Tinubu celebrates TY Danjuma at 88, praises his role in national unity
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated retired General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma on his 88th birthday, praising him as a statesman whose life and service have profoundly shaped Nigeria’s history. In a goodwill message issued on Tuesday, the president described Danjuma as a “distinguished statesman, soldier, and gentleman” who demonstrated unwavering loyalty to Nigeria both in war and…
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Attempted Coup: Senate approves Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops to Benin
The Senate on Tuesday approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for the deployment of Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin to support efforts to restore peace and stability following last weekend’s attempted coup. The approval was announced by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary after lawmakers considered the request in the Committee of the Whole, in line with Section 5,…
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BREAKING: Tinubu seeks Senate approval to deploy troops to Benin Republic
Kunle Sanni- President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday requested the approval of the Senate for the deployment of Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin as part of a regional peace support mission. In a letter addressed to the upper chamber, the President explained that the decision follows an appeal from President Patrice Talon of Benin after the country experienced a…
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NAF clarifies precautionary landing of C-130 aircraft in Burkina Faso
The Nigerian Air Force has confirmed that one of its C-130 aircraft made a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, during a ferry mission to Portugal on 8 December 2025. According to a statement issued by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, the aircraft departed Lagos but developed a technical concern shortly after takeoff. The crew…
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VP Shettima attends Ouattara’s inauguration, reiterates Nigeria’s commitment to West African stability
By Kunle Sanni – Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Monday represented President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara in Abidjan, reaffirming Nigeria’s dedication to peace, stability, and deeper regional co-operation across West Africa. The ceremony, held at the Ivorian Presidential Palace, drew leaders from across the continent, international delegations, and high-level representatives from major global institutions. President…
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NGF hails Tinubu over rapid response to Benin Republic coup attempt
By Kunle Sanni – The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has praised President Bola Tinubu for authorising a swift military intervention that helped halt the attempted coup in the Benin Republic, describing the action as a decisive move taken in Nigeria’s overall security interest. In a statement issued on Monday, NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq warned that a…
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Oluwo applauds Defence Minister Musa for thwarting Benin coup attempt
The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has commended the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), for his swift intervention in stopping the attempted coup in the Republic of Benin. In a statement issued on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Alli Ibraheem, the monarch praised the minister’s “professional and timely response,” describing it as a strong demonstration of…
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Niger Abduction: Tinubu lauds security agencies for securing release of 100 students
…orders them to free remaining victims By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has applauded Nigeria’s security agencies for securing the release of 100 students abducted from Papiri Catholic School in Niger State, describing the development as a significant relief for the nation. The students, kidnapped on November 21, were freed following what authorities described as coordinated security operations. While celebrating…
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Tinubu warns against rising rate of corruption in public service
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has issued a stark warning about the rising tide of corruption within public institutions, urging officials across all levels of government to recommit themselves to integrity, accountability and national service. Speaking at the Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) held at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja on Sunday, the president…
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VP Shettima arrives in Abidjan to represent President Tinubu at Ouattara’s inauguration
By Kunle Sanni – Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has arrived in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, where he is set to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the inauguration of President Alassane Ouattara, who begins his fourth term in office. Shettima touched down in the Ivorian capital on Sunday and was received by Prime Minister Robert Mambe, the Chargé d’Affaires of…
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