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Nigeria leading West Africa’s fight against terrorism – Tuggar
Nigeria is leading the fight against terrorism in West Africa, taking on regional security challenges, says Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar. Speaking at Chatham House in London, Tuggar addressed the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from ECOWAS, saying these countries have repeatedly rejected diplomatic efforts. “Every time we extend an olive branch, they wield it as a stick to…
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Reps move to establish agriculture college in Edo as bill scales second reading
A bill for an Act to establish the Federal College of Agriculture, Ebele, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State, on Thursday, scaled the second reading in the House of Representatives. The Bill which was sponsored by the member representing Esan Central/Esan West/Igueben Federal Constituency, Hon. Marcus Onobun, seeks to provide training and research in various fields of…
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President Tinubu calls for unity, compassion as Lent begins
..says food prices declining, exchange rate stabilizing By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended his best wishes to Christians in Nigeria and worldwide as the 2025 Lenten season begins, urging Nigerians to embrace compassion, selflessness, and unity. In a statement on Thursday, Tinubu emphasized the spiritual significance of the 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and repentance, which prepares believers…
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu unveils new initiatives for women, climate action
By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has launched new initiatives under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) for 2025, focusing on women’s empowerment, climate action, and support for vulnerable groups. One of the key programs, Flow with Confidence, will provide disposable sanitary pads to schoolgirls nationwide, with each state, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), receiving 10,000 cartons. First Lady…
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Oluwo praises Tinubu for appointing Brigadier-General Nafiu as NYSC DG
The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, has expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Brigadier-General Olukunle Nafiu as the Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). In a statement on Monday, the monarch’s press secretary, Alli Ibrahim, conveyed Oluwo’s excitement over the appointment, describing it as a recognition of Nafiu’s dedication to strengthening Nigeria’s security…
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BREAKING: Senate suspends Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months
The Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months over misconduct. The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions recommended her suspension on Thursday, March 6, 2024. During the period of the suspension, the committee stated that her salary and security details will be withdrawn. The committee also recommended that Senator Natasha should not be seen anywhere around…
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TCN expands transmission capacity, targets 10,000MW evacuation
By Kunle Sanni The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a significant boost in its transmission capacity, with plans to efficiently evacuate 10,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity within the next two years. Speaking at the State House Weekly Briefing, TCN’s Managing Director, Sule Abdulaziz, attributed the progress to sustained government support through the Ministry of Power and the Renewed…
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BREAKING: Senate Committee recommends 6-month suspension for Akpoti-Uduaghan
The Senate has recommended that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, issue a written apology to the Senate. Chairman of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct, and Public Petitions, Senator Neda Imasuen, discloses this on Thursday during plenary session. The Senate also dismissed Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claims that Akpabio had been silencing her voice in the chamber,…
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Akpoti-Uduaghan resubmits petition against Senate President Akpabio
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has again brought before the Senate a petition alleging sexual harassment from Senate President Godswill Akpabio. But this time, it was signed by her constituents. Senator Natasha, during the plenary session on Thursday, was asked whether the matter was already before any court of law. But she said it was not. Following protocol, the lawmaker was directed…
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Senate Committee dismisses Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment petition
The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions has dismissed the petition filed by Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In the petition which was refered to the Committee earlier today ( Wednesday) during plenary, Akpoti-Uduaghan accused Akpabio of sexual harassment, abuse of office, and obstruction of legislative duties. Chairman of the Committee, Neda Imasuen…
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