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How Britain gave me refuge during Abacha’s junta regime: Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has reflected on his time in exile during Nigeria’s military era, recalling how he found safety in the United Kingdom while participating in the pro-democracy struggle. Speaking at a state banquet at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, Tinubu said he remains grateful for the protection he received while facing threats from Nigeria’s former military regime. “Like many Nigerians…
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CDS calls for community role in counterinsurgency efforts in North-East
The Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, has called on residents of Borno and Yobe states to play a more active role in efforts to end insurgency in the North-East, warning that the threat is being sustained from within affected communities. Speaking after a high-level security meeting on Wednesday in Maiduguri, Oluyede stressed the need for a shift towards community-driven…
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BREAKING: Eid-al-Fitr to be observed on Friday as Shawwal Moon not sighted
Authorities in Saudi Arabia have announced that the crescent moon marking the beginning of Shawwal 1447 AH was not sighted on Wednesday, confirming that the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan will complete 30 days. With the non-sighting of the moon, Eid-al-Fitr will now be observed on Friday, March 20, 2026. The announcement follows the traditional moon-sighting process used to determine…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu, Oluremi meet King Charles, Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle
President, Bola Tinubu, and First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, on Wednesday were received by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle during an official engagement in Windsor. The meeting formed part of diplomatic activities aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. The leaders exchanged pleasantries and held discussions in a formal royal setting. Also present…
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Olaopa advocates career-linked training to boost public sector efficiency
The Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa, has emphasised the need to rethink the training of public servants as part of reforms to prepare the sector for the Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions. Olaopa made this known in Abuja while receiving the Administrator of the Public Service Institute of Nigeria (PSIN), Barr. Imeh Okon, and…
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Tinubu taking tough decisions for Nigeria’s long-term stability – Gbajabiamila
The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, on Tuesday said the sweeping reforms being implemented by President Bola Tinubu are rooted in a deliberate effort to secure Nigeria’s long-term stability, rather than short-term political gains. Speaking at the State House while receiving leaders of Working People United (WOPU), Gbajabiamila stressed that the administration’s policy choices reflect a willingness…
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BREAKING: Tinubu directs political appointees seeking elective offices in 2027 to resign
President Bola Tinubu has directed all political appointees under his administration who intend to contest in the 2027 general elections to resign their positions on or before March 31, 2026. The president said the directive is in accordance with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act and the timetable released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the next…
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BREAKING: FG declares two-day public holiday for Eid-al-Fitr celebration
The Federal Government has announced Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebration, signalling the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on behalf of the Federal Government. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of…
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Tinubu, First Lady arrive UK as official visit begins
President Bola Tinubu and First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, have arrived at Stansted Airport in the United Kingdom, marking the beginning of the President’s official visit. The presidential aircraft touched down on Tuesday at about 15:23pm with the Nigerian leader and his wife received by senior government officials and members of the Nigerian diplomatic mission in the UK. The visit…
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State Visit: Information minister meets Nigerian media practitioners, influencers in London
Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has engaged with Nigerian media practitioners and social media influencers during a private dinner in London ahead of President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom. The Minister urged media stakeholders to support the Renewed Hope Agenda by highlighting the gains of ongoing reforms to promote public understanding and national development.
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