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Why the 2027 elections may be held in November 2026
Should a National Assembly draft proposal to move the general elections six months earlier than usual sail through, the next presidential and governorship polls may be held in November 2026. This was revealed in Abuja on Monday by the Senate and House Committees on Electoral Matters during a public hearing on the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, which seeks to…
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EXCLUSIVE: Ailing Finance Minister Edun leaves for UK
By Kunle Sanni in Abuja – The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, who took ill during the week, has left for the United Kingdom. WESTERN POST can report that Edun left Abuja on Monday night for Lagos by commercial flight. He later left for London same night aboard a British Airways flight. Edun…
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Tinubu mourns Evangelist Uma Ukpai, labour activist Abiodun Aremu
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the deaths of two prominent Nigerians — renowned evangelist Dr. Uma Ukpai and veteran labour activist Comrade Abiodun Aremu — describing both men as selfless patriots who dedicated their lives to service, faith, and humanity. In separate condolence messages issued on Monday, October 13, 2025, the President paid…
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FCSC, Head of Service hold joint retreat to strengthen civil service
The Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) and the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) on Monday held a joint retreat in Abuja aimed at strengthening the Nigerian civil service and improving collaboration between the two institutions. The Chairman of the FCSC, Prof. Tunji Olaopa, and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation,…
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Governors back constitutional role for traditional rulers
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, have expressed support for granting constitutional roles to traditional rulers across the country. The governors made the call at the meeting of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN), held in Lagos. The meeting, themed “The Traditional Institution: The Imperative of Its…
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FG to empower communities for flood, disaster management – Shettima
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government is set to empower flood-prone communities across Nigeria to take charge of their own safety and disaster management, Vice President Kashim Shettima has said. Speaking on Monday in Abuja at an event to mark the 2025 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR), Shettima stressed that community participation is key to effective disaster…
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Tinubu celebrates son Seyi at 40, praises his focus, commitment to service
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his son, Seyi Tinubu, on the occasion of his 40th birthday, commending his dedication, resilience, and commitment to driving positive change among the younger generation. In a heartfelt message released on Sunday, President Tinubu reflected on Seyi’s life journey, describing him as a man of purpose who has remained steadfast in…
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‘National Library will preserve Nigeria’s heritage for future generations’ — First Lady
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has reaffirmed that the National Library of Nigeria, when completed, will serve as both a centre of knowledge and a vital repository of the nation’s history. Speaking during a visit to the Qatar National Library in Doha, Mrs Tinubu said the project aims to ensure that future generations, particularly young Nigerians, have…
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Tinubu arrives in Rome for Aqaba Process Security Summit
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Rome, Italy, for the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government Meeting focused on tackling security challenges in West Africa. The President’s aircraft touched down in the Italian capital at about 7:20 p.m. on Sunday. According to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and…
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Minister Alake vows to sustain mining reforms despite threats, blackmail
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ongoing reforms in the solid minerals sector, declaring that no amount of threats or blackmail will derail the transformative agenda that is already yielding results. Speaking at a media briefing over the weekend ahead of the 10th Nigeria Mining Week beginning Monday, Alake said…
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