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‘Advocate of progressive Nigeria’, VP Shettima mourns Pa Ayo Adebanjo
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a foremost leader of the Afenifere group, describing him as a staunch advocate of democracy and a progressive Nigeria. Pa Adebanjo, who passed away at the age of 96 on Friday, February 14, 2025, was a key figure in Nigeria’s political history.…
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Nigeria opposes plan to split AU’s Political Affairs and Security Department
By Kunle Sanni Nigeria has opposed a proposal to restructure the African Union’s (AU) Department of Political Affairs, Peace, and Security (PAPS), warning that such a move could destabilize the AU’s political and security framework. President Bola Tinubu made Nigeria’s position clear during discussions on AU reforms at the 38th AU Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His remarks were delivered…
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Nigeria seeks combined Maritime Task Force for Gulf of Guinea at AU Summit
…Tinubu calls for headquarters to be in Lagos By Kunle Sanni Nigeria has urged the African Union (AU) to establish a Combined Maritime Task Force to strengthen security in the Gulf of Guinea, with President Bola Tinubu offering Lagos as the headquarters for the initiative. Speaking at the 38th AU Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Sunday, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister,…
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Nigeria to absorb 28,000 health workers previously funded by USAID – Minister
By Kunle Sanni The federal government has announced plans to take over the employment of 28,000 health workers who were previously funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Speaking on Channels Television on Friday, Ali Pate, the coordinating minister of health and social welfare, stated that the government was preparing to assume full responsibility for the country’s…
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‘Africa’s prosperity lies in its people’ – Oluremi Tinubu tells OAFLAD members
By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has emphasized that Africa’s future prosperity depends on its rich history, vibrant cultures, and, most importantly, the strength of its people—particularly women and youth. Speaking at the 29th General Assembly of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) in Addis Ababa, she reaffirmed her commitment to closing the gender gap and…
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NOA seeks collaboration with security agencies to combat fuel scooping
The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has called for greater collaboration between the NOA and security agencies to raise awareness on the dangers of fuel scooping and promote value re-engineering in the country. Speaking during a visit to the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Abubakar Audi, at the NSCDC headquarters in…
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65th Birthday: Tinubu greets El-rufai, lauds his service to Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, on his 65th birthday, praising his contributions to national development and democracy. A statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, described El-Rufai as a distinguished administrator, scholar, and politician. He commended El-Rufai’s resourcefulness and brilliance, noting his key…
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Dangote group expands cement production and invests in Ethiopia’s sugar industry
Dangote Group, Africa’s leading industrial conglomerate, has announced a major expansion plan in Ethiopia in collaboration with Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH). The move reinforces Ethiopia’s status as a key investment destination in Africa. Aliko Dangote, Chairman and CEO of Dangote Group, emphasized Ethiopia’s improving business environment after recent discussions with the country’s Prime Minister. Dangote confirmed the group’s commitment to…
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NSCIA postpones Quran convention amid overwhelming interest
By Kunle Sanni The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has postponed the country’s highly anticipated Quran convention, originally scheduled for February 22, due to an unexpected surge in interest. Announcing the decision on Friday, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar, revealed that over 500,000 people had expressed interest in attending—far exceeding the planned capacity of 60,000 participants.…
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Ben Bruce challenges Binance executive over bribery allegations against Ribadu
Ben Murray-Bruce, a former Nigerian senator, has called on Tigran Gambaryan, Binance’s head of financial crime compliance, to undergo a lie detector test over bribery allegations against Nuhu Ribadu, Nigeria’s national security adviser. Murray-Bruce, in a post shared on social media platform X on Saturday, asserted that Ribadu is “incapable” of such actions. The allegations stem from Gambaryan’s claims that…
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