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PHOTO NEWS: Shettima hosts Borno elders, classmates at Eid-el-Fitr celebration
Vice President Kashim Shettima, in Maiduguri on Monday, hosted Borno elders and his classmates to celebrate the end of Ramadan. The Vice President, who posted pictures of the event on his social media handles, wrote: “Yesterday in Maiduguri, I met with Borno State elders and schoolmates as part of the activities marking this year’s Eid-el-Fitr. “In my remarks, I urged…
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Uromi Death: Kano Governor demands public parade of suspected killers of 16 hunters, compensation for families
Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has demanded the public parade of the suspected killers of the 16 hunters and compensation for their families. The governor made the demand during a condolence visit by his Edo counterpart, Monday Okpebholo, in Kano, on Monday. The visit comes barely 48 hours after the remains of the hunters, who were lynched by a mob,…
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Kogi places ban on rallies, use of security convoy by individuals
The Kogi State Government has issued a restriction on “unauthorized movement” and demanded any convoy of persons coming into the state must obtain permit from law enforcement. This is coming as Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central District ) scheduled to visit her senatorial district on Tuesday, her first visit since her suspension from the senate. A statement signed by the Commissioner…
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Uromi killings: Edo Governor visits Kano, pledges justice for victims
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Monday visited Kano State to commiserate with the families of victims killed in the recent attack in Uromi, Edo State. Nine of the victims, who were returning from Port Harcourt, hailed from Bankure Local Government Area of Kano State and were ambushed and killed. Expressing deep sorrow over the incident, Okpebholo assured the…
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We’re dedicated to addressing needs of local communities- ALGON
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has emphasised the association’s dedication to addressing the needs of local communities. ALGON reiterated its commitment to enhancing governance at the grassroots level, with a focus on improving service delivery, livelihoods, and the overall well-being of Nigerians. In a statement on Sunday marking the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebration, ALGON’s National President, Mr. Bello…
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Rahama Sadau calls for justice over mob killings in Edo
By Tosin Brown Nigerian actress Rahama Sadau has condemned the recent mob killing of Northerners in Edo State. The actress and reality show star expressed her displeasure over the incident in a post on X. The Kannywood star stated that she couldn’t bring herself to watch the full video, questioning the lack of humanity. She further questioned where the authorities…
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Tinubu to Wike: Ensure FCT development benefits APC in 2027
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Sunday humorously cautioned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, against allowing his infrastructure development efforts in Abuja to politically benefit the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Tinubu made the remarks while hosting an FCT delegation, led by Wike, for the Eid-El-Fitr homage at the Presidential Banquet Hall, State House,…
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FCT removed from Treasury Single Account to accelerate development – Tinubu
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has defended his administration’s decision to remove the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) from the Treasury Single Account (TSA), stating that the move was necessary to fast-track development and improve governance in the capital. Speaking on Sunday during a Sallah homage at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu explained that the bureaucratic constraints of the…
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I was not involved in burning of Rivers Assembly Complex – Edison Ehie
Edison Ehie, the Chief of Staff to suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has said he had no hand in the activities of arsonists at the Rivers State House of Assembly complex in 2023. It would be recalled that former Rivers State Head of Service, George Nwaeke, had alleged that Fubara and Ehie were masterminds of the burning of the Assembly Complex.…
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NOA condemns killing of travellers in Edo, calls for justice
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has strongly condemned the killing of travellers along Uromi Road in Edo State, describing the mob action as unlawful and inhumane. In a statement issued by its Director General, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, the agency emphasized that such acts violate the principles of justice and due process. NOA extended its condolences to the victims’ families, expressing…
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