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Kudirat Abiola’s assassination: ECOWAS Court dismisses suit against FG
The Community Court of Justice, ECOWAS, has dismissed a case filed against the Federal Government of Nigeria on the assassination of the late Mrs. Kudirat Abiola, the wife of the winner of June 12, 1993 presidential election, M.K.O Abiola. The suit was filed by three members of the Abiola’s family, Khalifa Abiola, Moriam Abiola and Hadi Abiola, who alleged Kudirat’s…
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PHOTO NEWS: President Tinubu hosts Super Bowl champion Moro Ojomo at State House
Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Friday received Moro Ojomo, the Nigerian-born American football star and 2025 NFL Super Bowl champion, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Ojomo, who plays for the Philadelphia Eagles, was accompanied by his family, including his father Ololade, mother Bimbo, and sister Modele. Born in Lagos, the 23-year-old defensive tackle moved to the United States at…
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President Tinubu honoured with Akwa Ibom’s highest traditional title
…calls for unity across party lines By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has been conferred with Akwa Ibom State’s highest traditional title, “Otuekong” (Commander-in-Chief of Akwa Ibom State), by the Akwa Ibom State Council of Traditional Rulers. The honour was bestowed on Friday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, by Nteyin Solomon Etuk, Oku Ibom Ibibio III, who led a delegation…
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Keyamo to foreign airlines: No local catering, no summer flight approvals
By Kunle Sanni Foreign airlines operating in Nigeria will not receive approval for their summer flight schedules unless they partner with local catering companies for onboard meal services, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has warned. Keyamo issued the directive during a stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos on Friday, reiterating his commitment to boosting Nigeria’s local economy. He expressed…
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President Tinubu urges selflessness, piety as Ramadan begins
By Kunle Sanni As the holy month of Ramadan begins, President Bola Tinubu has called on the Muslim Ummah to embrace selflessness, piety, and compassion while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to easing economic challenges. In a statement on Friday, Tinubu described Ramadan as a time for deep reflection, renewed devotion to Allah, and acts of generosity toward humanity. He urged…
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Customs engages maritime workers union, pledges swift resolution of grievances
By Kunle Sanni The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has assured the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) of prompt action to address their concerns following a crucial meeting at the union’s headquarters in Ijora on Thursday. Speaking on behalf of the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of Apapa Command, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, reaffirmed…
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Akpabio denies Natasha’s claim on alleged sexual harassment
The media consultant to the Senate President, Kenny Okulogbo, has described the allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uguaghan as tissues of lies. Okulogbo stated that the Kogi lawmaker is angry because she was removed as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Content. Speaking with the PUNCH, Okulogbo said, “All that Senator Natasha said are all tissues of lies. She…
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JUST IN: Ikeja military cantonment renamed after late COAS Lagbaja
The Ikeja Military Cantonment, Ikeja, Lagos has been renamed ‘T. A. Lagbaja Cantonment’ in honour of late Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen. Christopher Musa and other service chiefs attended the event in Lagos. Lagbaja was appointed Chief of Army Staff on June 19, 2023, by President Tinubu.…
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Breaking: Tinubu signs N54.99trn 2025 budget into law
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed the N54.99 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill into law at the State House, Abuja. The bill, which was passed by both chambers of the National Assembly on Thursday, February 13, after being increased from the initial N49.7 trillion submitted by President Tinubu, was signed in a brief ceremony at the President’s office.…
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