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DSS dismisses 115 personnel, warns public against impostors
By Kunle Sanni – The Department of State Services (DSS) has dismissed 115 personnel as part of its ongoing internal reforms. The agency announced this on Tuesday via its official X handle, stating that the move aligns with efforts to maintain professionalism and integrity within the Service. The DSS also cautioned the public against engaging with some of the dismissed…
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ECOWAS denies claims of Christian genocide in Nigeria
Condemns rising terrorism in West Africa By Kunle Sanni – The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has condemned the rising wave of terrorist attacks across the region, including in Nigeria, while rejecting claims that the violence constitutes genocide against any religious group. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the regional bloc expressed concern over the increasing activities of…
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Reps forced to adjourn plenary after contractors’ protest at N’Assembly
The House of Representatives has adjourned plenary for one week in response to a protest by indigenous contractors at the National Assembly. The House approved the resolution during Tuesday’s plenary after the passage of a motion proposed by Kingsley Chinda, the minority leader. On Tuesday, indigenous contractors demonstrated at the national parliament due to the non-payments for completed projects, prompting…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu meets Catholic Archbishop amid US pressure
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu received the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja Diocese, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, during an audience at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Tuesday. The meeting comes amid renewed allegations of religious persecution in Nigeria, following comments by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who recently accused the Nigerian government of failing to protect Christians and described…
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Tinubu seeks N’Assembly approval to borrow N1.15trn to fund 2025 budget deficit
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has asked the National Assembly to approve a domestic borrowing plan of N1.15 trillion to cover the funding gap in the 2025 budget. The request, contained in a letter to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, explained that the deficit arose following an upward adjustment of the national budget by lawmakers beyond the executive’s initial…
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No room for religious persecution in Nigeria, says Foreign Minister Tuggar
By Kunle Sanni – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, has dismissed allegations of religious persecution in Nigeria, describing them as “impossible” under the country’s constitutional framework. Tuggar made the remarks on Tuesday in Berlin during a meeting with Germany’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Johann Wadephul, amid renewed international concerns over alleged religious violence in Nigeria. The minister reaffirmed Nigeria’s…
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Minister of Information reaffirms government’s commitment to improving security, global image
By Kunle Sanni – The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to strengthening national security and enhancing Nigeria’s global image. The assurance followed a routine consultation with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday. Speaking after the meeting, Idris said discussions included recent concerns raised by the United States regarding Nigeria’s security and…
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Shettima heads to Brazil for UN COP Summit, to deepen Nigeria–Brazil ties
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday departed Abuja for Brazil, where he will represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 30th session of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), scheduled to hold in Belém, Pará State, from November 6 to 7. The summit, convened by Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in partnership with…
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EXCLUSIVE: Why ambassadorial list is being rejigged
By Innocent Raphael – The long-awaited list of ambassadors to head Nigeria’s foreign missions is expected to be released in the coming weeks, following an ongoing review by the federal government. Authoritative sources informed WESTERN POST that the list is currently being revised to produce a final, updated version. The review, the sources explained, became necessary due to developments affecting…
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