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Tinubu to address National Assembly on June 12 to mark Democracy Day
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu will address a joint session of the National Assembly on Wednesday, June 12, as part of events to commemorate Nigeria’s Democracy Day. The announcement was made on Sunday by Akin Rotimi, spokesperson for the House of Representatives, citing an internal memo from the Clerk of the House, Yahaya Danzaria. The special session will take…
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Nigeria, Australia launch training programme for mining professionals
Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has launched a two-week capacity enhancement programme for Nigerian mining professionals at Murdoch University, Australia. The training is part of a broader Nigeria–Australia collaboration aimed at bridging technical skill gaps in the mining sector and strengthening bilateral relations. The initiative follows a bilateral agreement signed during the 2023 Africa Down Under…
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‘I acted to keep Nigeria together, not out of hatred’ — Gowon
Former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (rtd), has described the Nigerian Civil War (1967–1970) as the most trying and painful period of his life, stating that his decisions during the war were guided by a commitment to national unity rather than hatred. Gowon made the remarks in Abuja on Saturday after receiving a Lifetime Integrity and Achievement Award at…
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Democracy Day: FG declares June 12 public holiday
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, 12th June, 2025, as Public Holiday to commemorate this year’s democracy day celebration. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated Nigerians on this occasion of 26 years of an uninterrupted civil rule. This was contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the…
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EFCC to intensify probe of senior civil servants over corruption – Olukoyede
By Kunle Sanni The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has announced that the commission will intensify its focus on investigating senior civil servants, whom he described as central figures in large-scale public sector corruption. Speaking in an interview with journalist Babajide Otitoju, Olukoyede said internal surveys conducted by the commission revealed that many…
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Nigerian Army reaffirms commitment to security amid festivities
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, NAM, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s unwavering resolve to defend Nigeria’s territorial integrity against all adversaries. The statement was made during the Eid-El-Kabir festivities held with troops of the 2 Division Nigerian Army at Major General JM Inienger Sports Complex, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ibadan. Representing the COAS, the Corps Commander…
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VP Shettima to launch National Tractor Restoration Programme in Maiduguri
Vice President Kashim Shettima will on Sunday, June 8, 2025, officially launch the National Asset Restoration Programme in Maiduguri, Borno State, with a focus on reviving broken-down agricultural machinery to support mechanized farming and food security. The launch, set to take place at the Borno State Agricultural Mechanization (BOSAMAN) Farm Centre, marks the commencement of the programme in the North-East,…
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Tinubu mourns boxing legend Obisia Nwankpa
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Nigerian boxing icon Obisia Nwankpa, who passed away on June 2, 2025, at the age of 75. Nwankpa, a celebrated figure in Nigeria’s sporting history, represented the country at the 1972 Munich Olympics in the light-welterweight division. He went on to win gold medals at the…
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President Tinubu mourns with Senator Adeyemi over mother’s passing
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to Senator Smart Adeyemi following the death of his mother, Princess Victoria Oyeyemi Adeyemi (née Ibilola). In a statement released on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the late Princess Adeyemi as a respected matriarch and community leader known for her humility,…
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Be patient, Tinubu committed to improved power supply – Adelabu tells Nigerians
By Adejayan Gbenga The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, on Friday urged Nigerians to exercise patience with the administration of President Bola Tinubu, assuring that the government is addressing the foundational structural issues that have bedevilled the power sector for years. He described the ongoing improvements in power supply across the country as just the beginning compared to what is…
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