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Tinubu urges Akume to reconcile with Alia over Benue rift
President Bola Tinubu has intervened in the lingering political rift between Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, and Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, calling for reconciliation in the interest of the state’s development. The President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the Progressive Governors’ Forum–Renewed Hope Ambassadors Strategic Summit in Abuja on Tuesday, appealed to…
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Tinubu accepts Egbetokun’s resignation, appoints Tunji Disu acting IGP
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the resignation of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and appointed Assistant Inspector-General of Police Tunji Disu as Acting IGP with immediate effect. In a statement issued on Tuesday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the President approved Egbetokun’s resignation following the submission of a letter in which he cited pressing family considerations. Tinubu expressed…
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BREAKING: IGP Egbetokun steps down, Tunji Disu set to succeed him
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has resigned from his position following instructions from President Bola Tinubu, Western Post has gathered. Reports indicate that Egbetokun met with the president at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday, where he was asked to step down. He is expected to be succeeded by Tunji Disu, currently the Assistant Inspector General in…
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ARCON fires back at ADVAN over industry reform dispute
The Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) has hit back at the Advertisers Association of Nigeria (ADVAN), accusing the association and its trustees of spreading misinformation and attempting to halt reforms in the Nigerian advertising industry. In a statement signed on Monday by Director-General Dr. Olalekan Fadolapo, ARCON said ADVAN’s recent open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was misleading…
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EXCLUSIVE: Disu’s Abuja arrival sparks rumour over IGP Egbetokun’s tenure
By Raphael Innocent – The arrival of the Head of the Intelligence Response Team, Tunji Disu, in Abuja on Tuesday has fuelled fresh speculation over the leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, amid rumours that the tenure of the incumbent Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, may have come to an abrupt end. Western Post gathered from sources within the…
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Tinubu celebrates Aisha Buhari at 55, praises her courage and advocacy
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, on her 55th birthday, describing her as a courageous and principled woman committed to national development. In a message marking her birthday on Monday, President Tinubu joined family members and friends in celebrating the milestone, noting that 55 represents a significant moment in her life. The President commended Mrs. Buhari’s…
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NASS to reconvene March 5 as committees wrap up 2026 budget review
The National Assembly has postponed the resumption of plenary earlier scheduled for February 24, 2026. Both chambers had adjourned for two weeks to enable their committees conduct the 2026 budget defence sessions for ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), as well as government parastatals. In a notice issued on Monday, the Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, said the postponement…
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‘Best is yet to come,’ Tinubu tells governors at Ramadan-Lent breaking of fast
President Bola Tinubu on Monday declared that Nigeria has overcome its recent economic and security headwinds, assuring citizens that the country is “out of the woods” and promising the establishment of state police to strengthen grassroots security. The President spoke at an interfaith breaking of fast held at the State House Banquet Hall, where he hosted 20 governors, two deputy…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu hosts Governors to Ramadan Iftar at Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu on Monday hosted state governors to a Ramadan Iftar dinner at the State House, Abuja, continuing his annual tradition of breaking fast with political leaders during the holy month. The event, held at the Presidential Banquet Hall of the Aso Rock Villa, marks the third consecutive year the President has organised the gathering. Governors, deputy governors and…
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Tinubu celebrates Bago on birthday, praises development strides in Niger State
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, his birthday, praising his leadership and commitment to the development of the state. In a statement issued on Monday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President commended Governor Bago for what he described as courage, diligence and dedication to public service. Tinubu noted that the governor’s administration has made…
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