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Wike Addresses Confrontation With Naval Officer Over Disputed Abuja Property

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has spoken out regarding his recent confrontation with a naval officer, Lieutenant A.M. Yerima, over a disputed plot of land in Abuja allegedly linked to former Chief of Naval Staff, retired Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo. Briefing journalists ahead of the FCT Executive Council meeting on

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Rivers International Film Festival Set to Celebrate Indigenous Creativity and Culture

All is now set for the Rivers International Film Festival (RIFF) scheduled to take place from October 30th to November 2nd, 2025, with the theme “Roots and Resilience: Exploring the Strength and Resilience of Indigenous Cultures.” Festival Director Chidinma Ezeigbo made the announcement during an exclusive film screening in Port Harcourt, where she emphasized the

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Senate Sets Up Committee to Address Global Concerns Over Alleged Persecution of Christians in Nigeria

The Senate has constituted a 12-member ad-hoc committee to advise the legislature on how to respond to growing international concerns over alleged state-backed persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The decision was taken during a closed-door session on Tuesday, where lawmakers discussed recent claims by the United States Government suggesting possible acts of genocide against Christians

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FG Reaffirms Free Tuition in Federal Technical Colleges, Warns Against Unauthorized Charges

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that education in all Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs) across the country remains free, warning against the imposition of unauthorized payments on students. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made this known in a statement shared through the Ministry of Education’s official X handle. He emphasized that

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Super Eagles’ World Cup Hopes Fade After Draw With South Africa

Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup were dealt a heavy blow on Tuesday after a 1-1 draw with South Africa in Bloemfontein. The Super Eagles went into the match needing victory to keep their hopes alive, following a narrow 1-0 home win over Rwanda. But an own goal by captain William

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FG Urges NUPENG to Reconsider Planned Strike, Appeals to NLC

The Federal Government has appealed to the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) to reconsider its decision to embark on a nationwide strike starting Monday, September 8, 2025. Minister of Labour and Employment, Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, made the call in a statement signed by the ministry’s head of information, Patience Onuobia. He

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Labour Party Candidates Reject ₦5m Bond for Election Petitions in Rivers

Some Labour Party chairmanship candidates in Rivers State are kicking against a five-million-naira security bond imposed by the local government elections tribunal for anyone or party challenging the August 30th LGA election results. The candidate for Bonny Local Government, Dr. Priye Tonye, described the ₦5 million bond as illegal and a clear denial of justice.

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Thirty-One Years On: Families Mark the Brutal Murder of Four Ogoni Sons in Giokoo

Today marks thirty-one years since four prominent Ogoni sons were tragically murdered in Giokoo community, Gokana Local Government Area. Despite the passage of more than three decades, their loved ones and family members continue to endure anguish, as they still await the return of their remains for a proper burial. In a statement reflecting the

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Eid-el-fitr: PDP governors’ forum calls for peaceful coexistence

The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has called on Nigerians to continue to live together in peace and harmony. The forum Chairman, Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, made the call in his Sallah message, issued by the forum’s Director-General, Emmanuel Agbo, on Monday in Abuja. Mohammed urged Nigerians not to relent in their

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Well-articulated, inclusive policies fundamental to achieving Renewed Hope Agenda – Akume

 The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF),  Dr George Akume, says a well-articulated, structured, inclusive and institutionalised approach to policy management is fundamental to achieving the Renewed Hope Agenda. Akume made this known at a Stakeholders’ Validation Session on the Draft National Policy Development and Management Framework in Abuja. The event was organised

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