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Nigeria ready to launch digital switch over on June 17, says Mohammed Idris
Nigeria’s long-delayed Digital Switch Over (DSO) project is set for nationwide launch on June 17, 2026, Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has announced. The minister disclosed this on Wednesday during an inspection tour of facilities operated by NIGCOMSAT at the Obasanjo Space Centre alongside the Director-General of the National Broadcasting Commission, Charles Ebuebu, and the Managing Director…
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My autobiography to provide historical clarity not open old wounds – Gowon
Former Nigerian Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, will officially present his long-awaited autobiography on May 19, 2026, in Abuja, with President Bola Tinubu and former Defence Minister Theophilus Danjuma expected to headline the event. The public presentation, scheduled to hold at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, is expected to attract senior government officials, diplomats, military veterans and dignitaries…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu, Ruto meet at Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday joined other African leaders at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, where discussions centred on innovation, investment, climate action and reforms to the global financial system. The summit, co-hosted by William Ruto and Emmanuel Macron, brought together more than 30 African heads of state and government officials under the theme, “Africa-France Partnerships for Innovation…
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CityBoy Movement denies alleged blasphemous comments attributed to Seyi Tinubu
The CityBoy Movement has dismissed as false and malicious a social media post alleging that Seyi Tinubu made blasphemous remarks concerning God and the 2027 presidential election. In a statement issued on Monday by the group’s Deputy Director General for Communication and Public Affairs, O’tega Ogra, the organisation said the comments circulating online were fabricated and never made by Tinubu.…
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Tinubu appoints ex-military intelligence chief as homeland security adviser
President Bola Tinubu has appointed retired Major General Adeyinka Fadewa as Special Adviser on Homeland Security, in a move aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s internal security coordination and intelligence operations. The appointment was conveyed on Monday via a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, and issued by the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office,…
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Tinubu arrives Kenya for Africa-France summit
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, ahead of the high-level Africa-France Summit co-hosted by Kenyan President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron. The Nigerian leader touched down in Nairobi at about 12:15 a.m. on Monday. The summit, themed “Africa Forward: Africa-France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth,” will focus on climate action, digital transformation, energy transition, infrastructure development,…
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Tinubu mourns Osun medical expert, Laosebikan
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of renowned medical practitioner and co-founder of Onward Specialist Hospital, Osogbo, Dr Daniel Aremu Laosebikan, describing him as “a distinguished physician and compassionate humanitarian.” In a condolence message issued on Sunday, the President said the late medical expert dedicated his life to improving healthcare delivery and mentoring younger professionals in…
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Tinubu hails Reuben Fasoranti at 100, describes him as symbol of integrity
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated elder statesman and leader of Afenifere, Reuben Fasoranti, on the occasion of his 100th birthday, describing him as a symbol of integrity, discipline and dedicated service to Nigeria. In a tribute released on Sunday ahead of Fasoranti’s centenary celebration on May 11, Tinubu said, “My joy knows no bounds as we witness Pa Reuben Fasoranti,…
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Defence minister pledges improved military healthcare, reduced medical tourism
The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (retd.), has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery for members of the Armed Forces, with emphasis on reducing medical tourism and expanding treatment capacity within Nigeria. Musa made the pledge on Saturday during a courtesy visit to the Africa Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) in Abuja, where he stated…
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Dangote stresses unity, support for leaders at Badmus’ book launch
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has called on Nigerians to actively participate in the development of the country, saying nation-building should not be seen as the sole responsibility of President Bola Tinubu. Dangote made the call during the presentation of a book organised to commemorate the 80th birthday of prominent businessman and…
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