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Tinubu reaffirms security, economic reform as top priorities at Audu memorial
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated that restoring peace, strengthening national security, and expanding economic opportunities remain the core priorities of his administration. The president delivered the message on Sunday in Lokoja at the memorial of former Kogi State governor, Prince Abubakar Audu. Represented by the minister of information and national orientation, Mohammed Idris, Tinubu stated that the government is…
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Kebbi governor visits President Tinubu, discusses security, rescue of kidnapped schoolgirls
By Kunle Sanni – Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, on Saturday visited President Bola Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, where the two leaders met to discuss national security and recent developments in the state. Governor Idris, who disclosed the visit in a post on his X account, said discussions centred on the successful rescue of schoolgirls abducted from…
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Kano seeks arrest of ex-Governor Ganduje over ‘inflammatory’ remarks
The Kano State Government has called for the immediate arrest and investigation of Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, former governor of the state and ex-national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), over comments it described as “inciting” and capable of threatening public safety. The demand was announced on Friday by Ibrahim Wayya, Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, shortly after a…
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Eno pledges support for young creatives, applauds ‘Black Book 2’ filming in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting and rewarding young professionals who partner with the government to promote the state’s image and advance its tourism and blue economy agenda under the ARISE Agenda. The governor stated this while speaking with Government House reporters after inspecting a filming location for the movie The Black…
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Wike re-awards stalled Apo-Karshi Road project to new contractor
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Thursday announced the re-award of the stalled 13-kilometre Apo-Karshi Road project to a new contractor, SCC, following the revocation of the original contract awarded in 2011 to Kakatar Construction Company Ltd. by former FCT Minister Bala Mohammed due to non-performance. Speaking during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects…
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Renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi passes away
Renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, has passed away, his son, Sayyadi Ali Dahiru Usman Bauchi, confirmed on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters, Sayyadi Ali stated, “It is confirmed Sheikh has returned to his Creator. We are all from Allah and to Him we shall all return. It is time for Sheikh to rest. We thank Almighty Allah for sparing…
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Southern governors, traditional rulers renew push for state police
The Southern Governors’ Forum and the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council have renewed their call for the establishment of state police, describing it as a constitutional necessity for addressing the country’s complex security challenges. The resolution followed a joint meeting held on Wednesday at the governor’s Residence in Iperu-Remo, Ogun State, where leaders from the South-West, South-East, and South-South reviewed…
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Tinubu commends security agencies as kidnapped schoolgirls regain freedom
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the release of 24 schoolgirls abducted by terrorists in Maga, Kebbi State, last Monday. The attack, which occurred at dawn on 17 November shortly after a military detachment reportedly left the school premises, triggered a series of copycat abductions in Eruku, Kwara State, and Papiri, Niger State. All 38 victims kidnapped…
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Tinubu directs NAF to expand 24-hour operations to Kwara, Kebbi, Niger forests
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to extend intensive surveillance and security operations to Kwara, Kebbi and Niger states as part of renewed efforts to tackle rising kidnappings and terrorist activities in the region. Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications to President Tinubu, Sunday Dare, announced the directive on X on…
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Unilorin marks 50 years as VC highlights achievements, future ambitions
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – The University of Ilorin has commenced a week-long celebration marking 50 years of academic excellence, innovation, and leadership, with Vice-Chancellor Prof. Wahab O. Egbewole, SAN, describing the institution as “gold that never rusts.” Addressing the gathering at the University Auditorium on Tuesday, Prof. Egbewole reflected on the university’s journey from its humble beginnings in 1975…
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