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    Fight against terrorism is a national duty, not just a military operation — Tinubu

    President Bola Tinubu has said the fight against terrorism is not solely a military operation but a collective national responsibility, calling on Nigerians to actively support security agencies with timely and useful information. He urged citizens to adopt a “see something, say something” approach to security intelligence. “The fight against terror is not only a military operation. It is a…

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    FG won’t surrender to terrorists, bandits—Tinubu

    …. Promises nationwide security drive The Federal Government has reaffirmed its determination to intensify efforts to ease economic hardship, defeat insecurity, and secure the release of all persons held captive across the country. President Bola Tinubu, delivering the message through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made the assurance on Sunday during the National…

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    CBT for shortlisted candidates still on track, says FCSC

    The Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, has assured shortlisted candidates in the ongoing recruitment exercise that a Computer-Based Test (CBT) will soon be conducted. Olaopa gave the assurance in a statement he personally signed at the weekend, saying the clarification became necessary to address online claims that the CBT had been cancelled and that…

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    Tinubu celebrates NAN boss Ali Muhammad Ali at 60

    President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Managing Director and Chief Executive of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Ali Muhammad Ali, on the occasion of his 60th birthday, celebrated on June 7. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Ali as a distinguished journalist and administrator who has…

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    Tinubu celebrates Pastor Kumuyi at 85

    President Bola Tinubu has congratulated renowned cleric and founder of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi, on the occasion of his 85th birthday, describing him as a “remarkable servant of God” whose influence has extended far beyond Nigeria. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised…

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    Retiring State House staff to benefit from new gratuity scheme — Perm Sec

    The Permanent Secretary, State House, Mr. Temitope Peter Fashedemi, says retiring State House staff will be among the first set of federal civil servants to benefit from the newly approved gratuity scheme introduced by the President Bola Tinubu administration. Fashedemi disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a send-off ceremony organised by the State House in honour of two retiring…

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    State police constitutional framework near completion, says Presidency

    The Presidency says the President Bola Tinubu administration has made significant progress on the proposed establishment of state police, with a constitutional amendment expected soon following ongoing consultations with the National Assembly and security authorities. The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, disclosed this on Thursday while briefing State House correspondents after a consultative meeting on the proposed…

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    FG steps up counterterrorism efforts, vows rescue of kidnapped schoolchildren

    The federal government says it will launch new counterterrorism operations following recent attacks in Oyo and Borno States, and has pledged to secure the release of abducted schoolchildren and strengthen security efforts in affected areas. Speaking at a special national security briefing in Abuja, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, described the incidents as “an attack on…

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    Reps endorse Nigerian-born UK candidate for ICJ seat

    The House of Representatives has endorsed the candidacy of Nigerian-born international law scholar, Dapo Akande, for election to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for the 2027–2036 term. The endorsement was declared on Wednesday by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu during a courtesy visit by Akande and officials of the British High Commission to the National Assembly in Abuja. Kalu said…

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    Gbajabiamila hails Enikanolaiye as national asset at send-off ceremony

    Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has described Minister of State-designate for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, as a national asset, expressing confidence in his ability to strengthen Nigeria’s diplomatic engagements. Gbajabiamila made the remarks on Wednesday during a send-off ceremony organised by the Office of the Chief of Staff at the State House in Abuja to honour…

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