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Adebayo slams FG over road closures for APC convention
The 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has criticised the Federal Government’s decision to shut down access roads around the Federal Secretariat Complex and Eagle Square for the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention, describing the move as an abuse of office. Adebayo said the directive, which effectively halted physical government operations and restricted…
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El-rufai gets bail after mother’s death
Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has been granted temporary bail from the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). The development is to enable him to attend the funeral rites of his mother, Hajiya Umma El-Rufai, who reportedly died in Cairo, Egypt, on Friday. An aide to the former governor confirmed that the…
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APC extends caretaker committee tenure in Ekiti, Osun by six months
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has approved a six-month extension for caretaker executives overseeing the party’s structures in Ekiti and Osun states. The decision, taken at the party’s 8th National Convention on Friday, effectively delays fresh congresses in the two states, with leaders citing the need to avoid disruptions during a politically sensitive period. Presenting the motion, Senator Barau Jibrin…
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Yilwatda returns as APC chairman as party announces new NWC
The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has returned Nentawe Yilwatda as its national chairman following the party’s 8th national convention held in Abuja. The convention, which took place at Eagle Square, also confirmed Ajibola Basiru as the party’s national secretary and produced a new National Working Committee (NWC) through a consensus arrangement backed by party stakeholders. As part of the…
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Tinubu pays tribute to Buhari at APC convention
President Bola Tinubu on Friday paid tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a foundational leader of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) whose legacy continues to shape the party’s direction. Speaking at the APC’s 4th Elective National Convention in Abuja, Tinubu led party members in observing a moment of silence in honour of Buhari and other deceased…
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Tinubu urges APC delegates to act with integrity, put party unity first
President Bola Tinubu has called on delegates and aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to conduct themselves with integrity and uphold party unity during its national convention. Speaking Friday at the party’s 4th Elective National Convention in Abuja, the President urged stakeholders to ensure that internal contests do not create divisions within the ruling party. “I call on every…
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Progress impossible without unity, Tinubu tells APC leaders at national convention
President Bola Tinubu on Friday declared that unity remains the most critical condition for Nigeria’s political and economic progress, urging members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to remain cohesive despite internal contests and national challenges. Speaking at the party’s 4th Elective National Convention held at Eagle Square in Abuja, Tinubu said the theme of the gathering, “Unity in Progress:…
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Speaker supports Tinubu’s second-term bid, calls for continuity for performing lawmakers
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has called for political continuity beyond 2027, urging support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the return of experienced lawmakers to sustain ongoing reforms. Speaking at the national convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Abuja on Friday, the Speaker said Nigeria was at a critical stage that requires discipline,…
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PHOTO NEWS: President Tinubu at APC national convention in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu on Friday arrived at Eagle Square, Abuja, to attend the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Convention. The President, who arrived at about 8:10pm, was received by top party leaders and government officials including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas. The convention, which attracted delegates from across…
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JUST IN: Tinubu arrives Eagle Square for APC national convention
President Bola Tinubu has arrived at Eagle Square for the national convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC), where the party is set to elect a new National Chairman and other key officials. Tinubu arrived at about 8:10 pm, roughly three hours later than the scheduled time in the official programme. Earlier arrivals included Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President…
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