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US govt backs preservation of Lejja iron-smelting site with $125,000 grant
The United States government has awarded a $125,000 grant to support the conservation, digital documentation and physical preservation of the historic iron-smelting site in Lejja, Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State. The grant was presented at the National Museum in Lagos and will be implemented by the Centre for Memories – Ncheta Ndigbo through its Nchekwaba Project. Enugu State…
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Edo Assembly impeaches former Speaker Agbebaku
The Edo State House of Assembly has formally impeached its former Speaker, Blessing Agbebaku, eight days after he was suspended amid a leadership crisis in the legislature. Agbebaku, who represents Owan West Constituency, had on August 17, 2026, reportedly resigned as Speaker, after which Yekini Idaiye, representing Akoko-Edo I Constituency, was elected to replace him. Following the development, the House…
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RHI extends food intervention to Bauchi, reaches 29 states
The Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) has extended its Food Outreach Programme to Bauchi State, making it the 29th state to benefit from the intervention. The food items were formally presented to the wife of the Bauchi State Governor and state coordinator of RHI, Hajiya Aisha Bala Mohammed, for distribution to persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups across the state.…
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Eno calls for unity, warns against ethnic division in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged citizens to rise above ethnic sentiments and divisive tendencies, stressing the need for unity among the people. Eno made the call on Friday while speaking on the second day of the 22nd Anniversary and Discovery Convention of the All Nations Christian Ministries International (ANCMI) in Eket. The governor said the church…
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Autobrake failure contributed to Enugu Air runway excursion, says NSIB
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has identified an inoperative autobrake system as one of the factors that contributed to the runway excursion involving an Enugu Air aircraft at Benin Airport. The NSIB revealed this in a recent statement on its preliminary findings into the incident, which occurred on July 23 when Enugu Air Flight 4264, an Embraer E170 operating…
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Mustapha’s resignation exposes APC crisis in Kwara, says PDP
The Kwara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described Senator Saliu Mustapha’s resignation from the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a major setback for the ruling party, alleging that the development exposed a deepening crisis within the party. The PDP stated this in a statement issued on Friday by its state publicity secretary, Olusegun Olusola Adewara, following…
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Tinubu taking infrastructure to underserved communities — Shettima
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has said the President Bola Tinubu administration is deliberately spreading infrastructure and economic opportunities beyond major cities to reduce congestion, create jobs and promote balanced development across Nigeria. Shettima stated this on Thursday while inaugurating the 33.5-kilometre Elele-Umudioga-Egbeda-Ubimini-Akpabu-Ikiri-Omoku Dual Carriageway in Rivers State on behalf of President Tinubu. The road passes through Ikwerre, Emohua and Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local…
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Wike: Kingibe has done nothing for Abuja residents
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticised Senator Ireti Kingibe, accusing her of failing to use her position in the National Assembly to address challenges confronting residents of Abuja. Wike spoke on Tuesday after inspecting flood-affected areas in Maitama, Abuja, where he ordered the demolition of structures obstructing designated water channels. The minister was responding to Kingibe’s…
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Benue yet to approve FG’s proposed pilot ranching programme — Alia govt
The Benue State Government says it has not approved the inclusion of the state in the Federal Government’s proposed pilot ranching programme, stressing that all relevant stakeholders must be consulted before any decision is taken. The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development recently considered Benue among the states proposed for the pilot ranching programme. In a statement signed by the Director-General…
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Wike vows to demolish Senators, big men houses blocking water channels in Abuja
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has vowed to demolish houses built on designated water channels in Abuja, regardless of the status or political influence of their owners. Wike made the declaration on Tuesday while briefing journalists in Abuja after inspecting areas affected by flooding over the weekend. He said the recent flooding had exposed widespread violations…
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