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FCTA releases hotlines for residents to report uncleared refuse
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has made four telephone numbers available to residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to report uncleared refuse in their areas. This was aimed at addressing the growing waste problem in the FCT by ensuring that waste management contractors do their jobs as at when due. A statement on Tuesday by the Senior Special…
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APC leaders hail AbdulRazaq’s record as cabinet reels out achievements in Kwara
Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State on Monday hailed Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq’s performance as members of the state cabinet presented data and visual evidence of projects executed since 2019. At the meeting, Commissioner for Works Abdulquawy Olododo outlined official records indicating that the AbdulRazaq administration had delivered more completed, ongoing or facilitated road projects…
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Oluremi Tinubu preaches national unity at Christmas food distribution event in Kaduna
By Kunle Sanni – The First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to embrace peaceful coexistence and national unity, describing harmony as a foundation for prosperity and sustainable nation-building. She made the call in Kaduna on Tuesday during the annual distribution of food items to beneficiaries under the Christian Northern Nigeria Political Forum (CNNPF), organised to support Christmas and…
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NNPC reaffirms commitment to peace, development, job creation in Ogoniland
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has reaffirmed its dedication to promoting peace, dialogue, and responsible energy development in Ogoniland, Rivers State. This commitment was underscored by the Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, during a visit by a federal government delegation on Monday. Describing the visit as “a demonstration of hope,” Ojulari highlighted it as…
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Ribadu hails Fubara’s leadership, says Rivers among Nigeria’s most peaceful states
By Kunle Sanni – Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser (NSA), has praised the administration of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, describing the state as one of the most peaceful in Nigeria. Ribadu made the remarks on Monday during a visit to Rivers State, where he led a federal government delegation as part of ongoing peace efforts aimed at resuming…
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Bayelsa marks nine lessons carol quietly, dedicates service to late Deputy Governor
Bayelsa State Government, on Monday night, held its annual Christmas Carol of Nine Lessons without the usual glamour. The activities were downplayed due to the sober mood in the state, following the passing of the deputy governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, on December 11. Speaking at the event at the DSP Alamieyeseigha Memorial Banquet Hall in Yenagoa, Governor Douye Diri said…
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Chief Emami accuses Warri Palace of shielding killers involved in Ogidigben murder
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State and Ologbotsere of Warri Kingdom, Chief Ayirimi Emami, has accused the palace of the Olu of Warri of shielding criminals and called on security agencies to swiftly apprehend those responsible for the killing of an indigene, Emiko Onuwaje in Ogidigben, Warri South-West Local Government Area. Emami made the call…
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Kwara govt approves 27.5% TSA for teachers, implementation begins Jan 2026
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved a 27.5 per cent Teachers’ Specific Allowance (TSA) for teachers across the state, fulfilling his pledge made during the budget presentation earlier on Monday. This was contained in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mallam Rafiu Ajakeye, on Monday in Ilorin. The governor directed that teachers…
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FG unveils economic, security scorecards as year 2025 ends
By Kunle Sanni – The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has announced its scorecard in the economic and security sectors for the year 2025. Speaking on Monday at the 2025 end-of-year press conference in Abuja, the minister, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, presented a review of the administration’s performance in 2025…
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Governor AbdulRazaq presents N644bn 2026 budget to Kwara Assembly
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the state parliament, proposing a total budget of N644,004,816,893.00. Of this amount, 65.98 per cent is allocated to capital expenditure, while 34.02 per cent is set aside for recurrent spending, including support for the poor and workers’ welfare. The governor said the…
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