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Western Post retreat renews focus on media ethics, electoral credibility in Nigeria
Experts have called for stronger media professionalism, improved internal democracy within political parties, and credible electoral processes as key requirements for strengthening Nigeria’s democratic system. The call was made over the weekend at the Western Post annual retreat held in Ibadan, Oyo State, themed “Periodic Elections, Internal Democracy, and the Role of the Media in a Multi-Party State”. In his…
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2027 Polls: Tinubu’s cabinet shrinks as key appointees exit to pursue ambition
At least five key figures serving under President Bola Tinubu-led administration have resigned, Western Post reports. This development follows in compliance with an earlier directive issued by the office of the secretary of the government of the federation, George Akume. The government’s secretary, Akume said that Tinubu ordered all political appointees under his leadership who are willing to contest elective…
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A historic end to a historic visit: Tinubu projects cultural power as UK visit ends at Tate Modern
The closing moments of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom were deliberately staged beyond the familiar terrain of policy and protocol, shifting instead into the realm of cultural signalling. At the Tate Modern, the “Nigerian Modernism” exhibition served less as an artistic showcase and more as a calibrated assertion of Nigeria’s soft power, positioning culture as…
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What to watch at China’s “two sessions” as new five-year plan begins
This year’s “two sessions” — the annual meetings of China’s top legislature and top political advisory body — are set to open at a pivotal moment. As the world’s second-largest economy embarks on the inaugural year of its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) period, these gatherings in Beijing will serve both as a review of past achievements, and as a strategic…
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Timeline: U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran trigger escalation, Khamenei killed
A joint military strike by the United States and Israel on Iran, which started on Saturday morning, triggered a sharp escalation across the Middle East, setting off waves of missile exchanges, mounting casualties, and far-reaching political and security repercussions. Below is a timeline of how events unfolded: — Feb. 28, around 0620 GMT: Xinhua reporters in Tehran reported hearing explosions…
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Explainer: What to know about latest U.S.-Israeli strike on Iran?
Iran’s state media confirmed Sunday that its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a joint U.S.-Israeli attack on Saturday, prompting Iranian missile strikes on Israel and U.S. targets across the region. What happened in the past 24 hours? Why did the United States and Israel take action now? How will Iran retaliate? Will this conflict escalate? WHAT HAPPENED?…
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Tehran under attack
Around 10 am local time Saturday, a series of loud explosions jolted the Iranian capital of Tehran in quick succession, and Xinhua reporters saw thick plumes of smoke rising from several parts of the city. Soon it turns out that the United States and Israel have launched an attack on Iran, and the latter has responded with counterattacks against Israel…
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TIMELINE: El-Rufai in custody for eight days as legal battles intensify
Malam Nasir El-Rufai has remained in detention for eight days after voluntarily honouring an invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on February 16, 2026. In an update issued on February 23 by his media adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, the former Kaduna State governor was said to have first been held by the EFCC before being transferred to the…
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47 interesting facts and firsts about Yoruba people
The first Nigerian Medical Doctor was a Yoruba man by the name of Nathaniel Thomas King. He attended London University, Edinburgh University and Aberdeen University between 1874 and 1876 and graduated with honors and he started his medical practice in Lagos Nigeria in 1878. The first Nigerian to be consecrated as a Bishop was a Yoruba man by the name…
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From darkness to smart lighting: Lagos shifts to solar, LED streetlights from orange-glow
By Adeola Ogunrinde On December 3, 2024, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu signed the Lagos State Electricity Bill 2024 into law, setting the stage for reforms aimed at improving power supply and ensuring more reliable electricity for residents. At the signing ceremony, the governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to lighting up Lagos and enhancing critical infrastructure across the state. Prior to this…
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