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President Bola Tinubu Orders Security Chiefs to Ensure Peace in Benue State

President Bola Tinubu has directed security agencies to intensify efforts to restore lasting peace and stability in Benue State. The President’s directive comes amid recent violence and reprisal attacks that have led to the loss of many lives. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesman Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu reaffirmed his earlier instructions to security

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National Rescue Mission Condemns Over ₦6 Billion Payment Order in Emohua LGA

The National Rescue Mission has strongly condemned the actions of the previous administration in Emohua Local Government Area (LGA) for implementing an irrevocable standing payment order (ISPO) totaling over 6 billion naira. In a statement issued yesterday, the group described the decision as a misplacement of priorities that threatens the financial stability and operational lifespan

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Politics

Ijaw Youth Council Urges Youth to Reject Politically Motivated Protest on June 12

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has cautioned youth in Rivers State to reject any attempts by certain politicians to mobilize them for protests scheduled for June 12. Tamuno Kpokpo, the immediate past chairman of the IYC Eastern Zone, stated that the alleged organizers of the protest aim to link the demonstration to the suspended Governor,

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Senate Considers Legislative Move to Institutionalize June 12 Presidential Address

The Nigerian Senate has announced its plans to consider a legislative measure aimed at institutionalizing a presidential address every June 12, in recognition of the day’s historical significance to the nation. The Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, disclosed this development in an interview with reporters on Tuesday. He stated that the Senate is currently

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President Tinubu Urges FCT Minister Wike to Focus on Mandate Amid Renovation of Abuja Conference Centre

President Bola Tinubu has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to disregard distractions from busybodies and naysayers and to remain focused on his core mandate to transform Nigeria’s capital city. The President made this appeal during the inauguration of the newly rehabilitated and refurbished International Conference Centre in Abuja,

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Femi Falana Warns FCT Minister Against Sealing Embassies Over Ground Rent Disputes

Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has issued a stern warning to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, advising against the contemplated sealing of 34 embassies and foreign missions in Abuja over unpaid ground rents. Falana, known for his advocacy of legal rights and adherence to

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Health Politics

Federal Government Reaffirms Commitment to Reducing Maternal and Child Mortality in Nigeria

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reiterated its dedication to improving maternal and child health outcomes across the country. Speaking at an event in Enugu State, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Iziaq Salako, announced the government’s firm commitment to reducing the maternal mortality rate by 20% before 2027. The occasion marked

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NASENI project: VP Shettima to launch National Asset Restoration Programme

• Tractor recovery project begins in Maidugur Nigeria has over 55,000 broken down tractors across the lands but a programme to repair and deploy almost 10,000 is afoot. Now, Vice President Kashim Shettima will this weekend (Sunday, June 8, 2025) in Maiduguri, Borno State, formally launch the National Asset Restoration programme; even as the programme

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Politics

Sole Administrator reads riot act to Rivers monarchs

The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice-Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, hasMade it clear his administration would not shield any monarch with links to disruption of the communities. The Solad also highlighted the need for the traditional institution in the state to step-up its collaborative efforts in safeguarding public infrastructure in their respective domains. Vice-Admiral (Rtd)

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INEC Publishes Final List of Candidates for 2025 Anambra Governorship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially released the final list of candidates for the 2025 governorship election in Anambra State. In a statement signed by INEC spokesperson Sam Olumekun, the commission confirmed that a total of 16 political parties have uploaded the necessary candidate information (Form EC9) for the election scheduled for November

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