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Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation for CBN board member, Correctional Service chief
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate’s confirmation of Professor Melvin Ayogu as a member of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Board of Directors. The request was contained in a letter addressed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, which was read during Tuesday’s plenary session. “In compliance with Section 10(1) of the CBN (Establishment) Act, 2007,…
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Nigeria seeks EU support for police reforms
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called for the European Union’s (EU) support in advancing police reforms in Nigeria, emphasizing the government’s commitment to building a more professional and responsive police force. Gaidam made this appeal during a courtesy visit by the European Union’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, and his delegation at the…
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Oluremi Tinubu commends Finance Minister for stabilizing economy
…prepares to host African First Ladies at AFREXIM Bank AGM By Kunle Sanni First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has praised the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Wale Edun, and his team for their efforts in stabilizing the nation’s economy. She gave the commendation during a courtesy visit by the minister and officials of the Finance Ministry to…
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Tinubu meets PANDEF leaders at State House behind closed doors
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday met with leaders of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. The meeting began at 4:15 p.m. (local time) when the President arrived at the venue. PANDEF, convened by elder statesman Edwin Clark, who passed away in February, serves as the mouthpiece of traditional…
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Idris Olorunnimbe now UBEC Chairman
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Idris Olorunnimbe as the Chairman of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) Board. Olorunnimbe, a distinguished entrepreneur and administrator, is widely recognized for his contributions to Nigeria’s creative and corporate sectors, having founded The Temple Company, a multidisciplinary firm involved in media, entertainment, and consulting. Beyond the private sector, Olorunnimbe has a…
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Tinubu appoints new NABTEB Registrar, UBEC Board Chairman, Deputy Executive Secretaries
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has approved a series of key appointments in the education sector, naming Dr. Mohammed Mohammed Aminu as the new Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB). Dr. Aminu, who holds a Ph.D. in Automobile Technology and a Master’s in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, brings 28 years…
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Reps order NCC to block pornographic websites in Nigeria
By Kunle Sanni The Nigerian House of Representatives has directed the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to instruct internet service providers to block all websites hosting obscene and pornographic content with immediate effect. According to The Cable, the resolution was passed on Tuesday following a motion sponsored by Dalhatu Tafoki, an All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker from Katsina State. While presenting…
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President Tinubu celebrates Justice Oguntade at 85
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Supreme Court Justice and Nigeria’s ex-High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Justice George Oguntade, on his 85th birthday. In a statement on Tuesday, the President lauded Justice Oguntade’s contributions to Nigeria’s legal system, describing him as a fearless jurist whose landmark judgments have left a lasting impact on the country’s jurisprudence.…
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Breaking: Ex-Minister Dubem Onyia passes away
By Adejayan Gbenga The former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Chief Dubem Onyia, has passed away. In a statement issued on Tuesday on behalf of the family, Engr. Emeka Onyia announced his passing, saying: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Hon. Chief Dubem Onyia, a distinguished statesman and former Honourable Minister of State…
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IGP Egbetokun inaugurates restructured Force Management Team
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has formally inaugurated the newly restructured Force Management Team (FMT) following the appointment of six new Deputy Inspectors-General of Police (DIGs). The move aims to enhance the administration and operational efficiency of the Nigeria Police Force. At the inauguration ceremony on Monday, March 10, 2025, Egbetokun charged the new team with aligning police…
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