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Fubara reaffirms reconciliation with Wike, vows to prioritize Rivers’ progress
By Kunle Sanni – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his commitment to peace in the state, declaring his readiness to make any necessary sacrifice to ensure lasting reconciliation — including mending ties with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, despite their political differences. Speaking at a meeting with stakeholders of the “Simplified Movement” on…
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Billionaire Dantata dies at 94
Billionaire and philanthropist Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata from Kano has passed away at age 94. He reportedly died after brief illness in Dubai on Friday night. His death was announced by his Principal Private Secretary (PPS), Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid, who wrote on his Facebook page , “Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. Innalillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun. “It is with heavy…
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FCTA workers to begin 3-day protest Monday
The Joint Union Action Committee of the Federal Capital Territory Administration has declared a three-day protest beginning Monday, June 30, 2025. President of JUAC, Rifkatu Iortyer, in a statement on Thursday, directed all members and affiliate unions across the FCTA to mobilise and gather at the minister’s main gate in Area 11, Garki, by 7:00 am each day of the…
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Fight is over, Wike, Fubara agree to end war in Rivers
By Kunle Sanni – The long-standing political standoff between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has come to an end, with both leaders publicly committing to peace and reconciliation. In a video released Thursday night by President Bola Tinubu’s official videographer, Sunday Moses, the two political figures confirmed that they had…
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BREAKING: Tinubu brokers truce between Wike, Fubara in midnight meeting
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, have reached a truce following a midnight meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday. The meeting was convened to resolve the lingering political crisis rocking Rivers State and to restore peace and stability to the state’s…
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NITDA introduces digital competence framework to strengthen ICT capacity
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has introduced a Digital Competence Framework and Career Progression Model aimed at strengthening ICT capacity and retaining skilled professionals within the civil service. Announcing the initiative during the maiden edition of the International Civil Service Conference organised by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in Abuja, NITDA…
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FG moves to support Jigawa’s sugar industry
The federal government has announced plans to collaborate with the Jigawa State Government to enhance sugar production in the country. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, disclosed this on Thursday when he received Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, on a courtesy visit in Abuja. Utsev asserted that the partnership aligns with President Bola Ahmed…
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Tinubu pledges continued support for Nasarawa, hails progress under Gov. Sule
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting Nasarawa State, particularly in solid minerals development and agriculture, pledging not to disappoint Nigerians who have entrusted him with leadership. The President made this promise during a visit to the Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad, at his palace. He commended Governor Abdullahi Sule…
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Military repels 300 terrorists in Niger, suffers 17 casualties
By Kunle Sanni – Troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by the Nigerian Air Force, on Monday repelled a large-scale terrorist attack in Bangi, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, in an operation that left 17 soldiers dead and 10 others injured. A statement by Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the joint operation…
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NOA commends Police over arrest of Yelewata massacre suspects
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has applauded the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies for the swift arrest of the suspected mastermind behind the recent massacre in Yelewata, Benue State, which left several people dead and properties destroyed. Director General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, described the arrest as a demonstration of the unwavering commitment of security agencies to…
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