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Rising insecurity plot to undermine Tinubu’s reforms — Akpabio
The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, says that the recent surge in terrorist attacks across Nigeria is part of a coordinated effort to undermine the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Akpabio made the remarks on Tuesday in Abuja during a goodwill message at the commissioning of the Nigeria Revenue Service Headquarters in Abuja. He suggested that the attacks were…
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INEC denies copying presidential aide’s statement, insists on neutrality
The Independent National Electoral Commission has dismissed allegations that it copied a recent press statement from a presidential aide, describing the claims as misleading and a distortion of facts. The controversy followed the commission’s reposting of a statement addressing claims that its chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, endorsed a partisan post on X or operated a personal account on the platform.…
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FG names Simon Ekpa, Tukur Mamu, 46 others as suspected terrorism financiers
The federal government has released a list of 48 individuals and groups allegedly linked to terrorism financing in Nigeria. The list was made public on Saturday by the Nigeria Sanctions Committee (NIGSAC) as part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism and disrupt funding networks supporting extremist activities. According to the publication, the named individuals and entities are suspected of involvement…
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FG to withdraw passports from Nigerians who renounce citizenship
The federal government has ordered the immediate withdrawal and deactivation of Nigerian passports belonging to individuals who have officially given up their citizenship. The directive, announced on Saturday by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, was shared via the ministry’s verified X (formerly Twitter) account. He instructed the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) to implement the order without delay. According to…
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INEC denies fake X account linked to chairman, warns against misinformation
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging that its Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, operates a personal account on the platform X (formerly Twitter) and has made partisan posts. In a statement issued on Friday, the Commission described the claim as false, malicious, and a coordinated attempt to discredit the INEC leadership. INEC…
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Tinubu vows to ease hardship amid fuel price hike
President Bola Tinubu has reassured Nigerians that his administration is actively working to ease the economic hardship caused by rising fuel prices and global economic pressures. Speaking during a one-day working visit to Bayelsa State, the President acknowledged the strain on citizens but insisted that the government remains committed to reducing the burden on vulnerable households. “Yes, I hear you…
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IGP Disu meets civil society leaders, pledges stronger police accountability
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening accountability mechanisms within the Nigeria Police Force following a meeting with a delegation of civil society organisations in Abuja. The delegation, led by human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN), was received at the Force Headquarters on Thursday and included representatives from legal, governance, and security reform groups.…
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FG introduces learner ID system for WAEC, NECO candidates
The federal government has launched a nationwide Learner Identification Number (LIN) system aimed at strengthening academic tracking and improving education data management across the country. In a statement issued on Friday by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations, ministry of education, the initiative is part of efforts to digitise education records and improve planning in the sector. The…
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Reps Deputy Speaker urges more funding for teachers at Tolu School launch
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has called for sustained investment in teachers, curriculum development, technology, and inclusive policies to guarantee access to quality education for every Nigerian child. Speaking at the commissioning of the Tolu School Complex in Ajegunle, Lagos, Kalu emphasized that education remains the foundation for sustainable national development and must be prioritised…
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EFCC boss faults ‘misleading’ media reports on anti-graft operations
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has faulted what he described as misleading media reports on anti-graft operations, urging journalists to uphold editorial integrity and promote responsible reporting in the fight against corruption and financial crimes in Nigeria. Olukoyede made the call on Thursday while delivering a goodwill message at the VON Forum…
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