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Ex-AGF Adoke alleges fraud in anti-corruption campaigns over OPL 245 saga
Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Mohammed Bello Adoke, has accused some anti-corruption campaigners of exploiting the controversial OPL 245 oil block litigation for personal gain and financial enrichment. In his newly released book “OPL 245: The Inside Story of the $1.3bn Nigerian Oil Block,” published by The Conrad Press Ltd in the UK, Adoke described the anti-corruption sector in Nigeria…
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Oluremi Tinubu hails Buhari as epitome of integrity, patriotism
By Kunle Sanni – First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has described the late former President Muhammadu Buhari as “not only a statesman but a symbol of integrity, discipline, and devotion to Nigeria.” Speaking during a condolence visit to the Buhari family in Daura, Katsina State, the First Lady paid glowing tribute to the late leader, noting that his life was marked…
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Visa validity doesn’t equal duration of stay, US warns Nigerians
The United States embassy has issued a fresh advisory to Nigerian travellers, clarifying that the expiration date on a US visa does not determine how long a visitor can remain in the country. In a post shared on Friday via X (formerly Twitter), the embassy stated that the actual length of stay in the US is determined by Customs and…
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New U.S. Consul General Rick Swart arrives in Lagos
By Kunle Sanni – The United States Embassy has announced the arrival of its new Consul General in Lagos, Rick Swart, marking the beginning of his three-year diplomatic assignment in Nigeria. The announcement was made on Friday via the Embassy’s official handle on X (formerly Twitter), where Swart was warmly welcomed to the country. “Join us in welcoming our new…
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Tinubu appoints Muhammad Babangida as chairman of BOA, others
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Muhammad Babangida, son of former military president Ibrahim Babangida, as the new chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA). The appointment is part of a new round of leadership changes across several federal agencies. Muhammad Babangida, 53, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s in…
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JUST IN: Tinubu departs Abuja for Kano to mourn late business icon Aminu Dantata
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Friday departed Abuja for Kano State to condole with the family of the late business mogul and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata. The visit is part of the President’s effort to personally extend his condolences following the death of the prominent industrialist, who passed away in June at the age of…
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Buhari led a humble, sincere life, says Senator Bagudu
As tributes continue to pour in for former President Muhammadu Buhari, who was buried on Tuesday, the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has described the late president as a humble man who led a sincere and purposeful life. The minister expressed this in a tribute, also revealing that the late president regarded President Bola Tinubu as…
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‘Your support honours my father’ — Yusuf Buhari thanks President Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni – Yusuf Buhari, son of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed deep gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other political leaders for their support and solidarity during his father’s illness, passing, and burial. Speaking at a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) session held in Abuja on Thursday in honour of the late leader, Yusuf…
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Buhari understood leadership as stewardship – Ali Pate
By Kunle Sanni – Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, has described the late former President Muhammadu Buhari as a leader who viewed power as a tool for stewardship, not personal gain, urging Nigerians to draw lessons from his disciplined and principled life. Speaking at a Special Federal Executive Council (FEC) session held in Abuja on…
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Tinubu to visit Kano Friday for condolence over Aminu Dantata’s death
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu will on Friday travel to Kano State to condole with the family of elder statesman and renowned philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Alasan Dantata, who recently passed away. This was confirmed in a statement on Thursday by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa. Tinubu’s visit is expected to honour the memory of the late…
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