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Tinubu not facing criminal case in US over FOIA records, says Presidency
The Presidency has dismissed reports suggesting that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is facing a criminal case in the United States, saying the ongoing proceedings before a US federal court concern only the disclosure of government records. Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made the clarification in a statement on Thursday concerning the Freedom of Information…
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FG sets October for national youth confab, 360 delegates to attend
The federal government has scheduled the National Youth Conference for October, with 360 delegates expected to represent the country’s federal constituencies. The conference, which was originally announced by President Bola Tinubu in October 2024, is aimed at giving young Nigerians a stronger voice in national affairs. Tinubu had announced plans for a 30-day national youth conference as part of efforts…
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Matawalle represents Tinubu at São Tomé president’s inauguration
Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has arrived in São Tomé and Príncipe to represent President Bola Tinubu at the inauguration of President Carlos Manuel Vila Nova for a second five-year term. Vila Nova is scheduled to take the oath of office on Thursday at the National Assembly in São Tomé. Vila Nova secured re-election in the presidential election…
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Reps panel traces 58 bank accounts, 39 workers to PFIPC
The House of Representatives has uncovered 58 bank accounts and 39 workers allegedly linked to Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, who presented himself as the Director-General of the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). According to a report by DailyTrust, the discovery was disclosed on Wednesday by the House ad hoc committee investigating the activities of the organisation, chaired by Yusuf…
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NIS begins biometric ID card issuance for ECOWAS travel
By Boye Oyeyemi The Nigeria Immigration Service has commenced the issuance of the ECOWAS National Biometric Identity Card to Nigerians, aimed at facilitating easier and more efficient movement across West Africa. The development was disclosed by the Ondo State Command Public Relations Officer of the NIS, Deputy Superintendent of Immigration Michael Ikuseedun, at the command headquarters in Akure. Ikuseedun said…
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Oluremi Tinubu celebrates Shettima at 60, praises loyalty and service
First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated Vice President Kashim Shettima on his 60th birthday, describing him as a loyal and committed public servant who has demonstrated love for the country. In a birthday message issued to mark Shettima’s milestone, Mrs Tinubu joined his wife, Nana Shettima, family and friends in celebrating the Vice President. She described Shettima’s 60th…
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Tinubu celebrates Shettima at 60, hails loyalty, service to Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Vice-President Kashim Shettima on his 60th birthday, describing him as a trusted partner whose life has been defined by service, commitment and sacrifice. Tinubu, in a birthday message issued on Tuesday, said Shettima’s contributions as governor of Borno State and later as Vice-President had demonstrated courage, diligence, compassion and commitment to improving the lives of…
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Wike mourns Dan Orbih, describes him as close friend, political ally
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed grief over the death of Daniel Orbih, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Vice Chairman (South-South), describing him as a close friend and committed political associate. Orbih died on Monday, August 31, 2026. His death has drawn condolences from political associates and members of the PDP. In a statement…
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PDP chieftain, Wike ally Dan Orbih dies at 64
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Daniel Osi Orbih, has died at the age of 64. Orbih, who was also a prominent ally of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, reportedly died on Monday. His death was announced by his family in a statement signed by Francis Udukhomoi Orbih, who expressed the family’s…
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FG approves four new satellites for security, agriculture, environmental monitoring
The Federal Government has approved the development and deployment of four new satellites to strengthen Nigeria’s space technology and earth observation capabilities, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) said. In a post on its official Facebook page, the NOA disclosed that the initiative will be implemented through the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), and is expected to expand the…
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