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IWD: GAGAP empowers over 650 Rivers girls with menstrual hygiene awareness, distributes sanitary materials

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EMMANUEL NLEWEDUM, Port Harcourt A women-focused organisation, “Give A Girl A Pad” (GAGAP) Initiative, in collaboration with African Immigrants Resource Centre, has distributed sanitary materials to over 650 young girls at the Community…

Advocacy visit to Deputy Speaker propose creation of Anim State, held in Abuja

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L-R… Sen. Osita Izunaso; Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu; Deputy Whip, Hon. Ibrahim Isiaka; Chairman, South East Council of Traditional Rulers, HRM Eze Emmanuel Okeke, and other members of the delegation…

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Wike dares Moro to present terms for PDP reconciliation

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FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr Nyesom Wike, has dared the Senate Minority Leader, Abba Moro, to come up with concrete proposals for reconciliation within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP),…

Put people first’ – Wike charges new FCT council Chairmen

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…Pledges rainbow coalition’ with FCT council Chairmen FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja FCT Minister, Barr. Nyesom Wike has reiterated his commitment to collaborate with the newly elected Area Council chairmen, transcending party lines, to drive…

Wike’s PDP faction calls for unity, end to court battles

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…As PDP prepares for State congresses, convention FAVOUR ISHEMBER, Abuja The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Nyesom Wike has urged its members to exercise restraint, stating that the time for intense legal wrangling is…

Committee’s investigative hearing session with NSDC on revenue monitoring exercise covers 2023–2025 fiscal years, held in Abuja

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L-R… Member of the Representatives committee on finance, Hon. Kayoda Tijani, clerk of the committee, Barr. Oscar Okoro and the chairman of the committee, Hon. James Abiodun Feleka, during the committee’s Investigative hearing session, with…

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Senate mourns soldiers killed in Kukawa attack in Borno

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The Senate on Wednesday mourned the fallen soldiers in the Kukawa attack in Borno, expressing grave concern over the deadly assault on a Nigerian Army formation. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the senate observed a minute…

Tinubu nominates Lamido Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of Mr Lamido Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), subject to confirmation of the Senate. The appointment is in accordance with Section 8(1) of the Central Bank of…

Latest News from Champion Newspapers, March 12, 2026

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Tinubu reaffirms commitment to democracy, rule of law

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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday reaffirmed his commitment to democracy, national unity and the rule of law, describing himself as a “die-hard democrat”. Tinubu spoke during an interfaith breaking of fast with leaders of the All…

African Ministers call for policy harmonization to boost intra-African trade

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African ministers have called for stronger policy harmonisation and collaboration among countries to accelerate trade across the continent. The ministers made the call during a panel session at the Africa Trade Conference 2026 in South…

Iran threatens to choke off ship, oil supplies through Strait of Hormuz

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Iran’s military leadership has described every ship and oil cargo for the United States, Israel and their partners in the Strait of Hormuz as a legitimate target for attacks. ”We will never allow even a litre of oil to be transported…

Terrorist attacks: Musa summons Defence Chiefs, says military on top of game

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.As Senate mourns soldiers killed in fresh attack in Borno .HURIWA issues Tinubu 7 days ultimatum to arrest terrorists whose identities Gumi alleged are known .Says there’s no reason for continued bloodletting in Nigeria .Threatens to drag…

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Six ships laden with commodities arrive Lagos ports

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A total of six ships have arrived Lekki, Tincan and Apapa ports in Lagos, waiting to discharge crude oil, bulk urea, aviation fuel and petrol. The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) stated this in its publication, “Shipping Position”, a copy…

IQM applauds Gov Okpebholo’s fight against poverty, support for returning migrants

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CHRIS AKHABUE, Edo The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has commended the Edo State Government (EDSG) for its proactive measures in combating irregular migration, reducing poverty, and reintegrating returning migrants into…

Recapitalization: 20 insurance firms apply for NAICOM’s verification ahead July deadline

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As the nation’s insurance industry inches closer to the July 2026 deadline for recapitalization, 20 insurance firms are known to have raised the minimum capital as prescribed by the new insurance Act. It would be recalled that Nigerian…

PDP’s BOT moves to reconcile feuding factions as party loses 3 additional senators to APC

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…Gives APC advantage of 84 senators to PDP’s 14 at N/Assembly IGNATIUS OKOROCHA AND JONAS EZIEKE, Abuja As 2027 general elections draws close, the former largest political party in the country, the Peoples Democratic Party ( PDP) has seen…

MASSOB backs joint US, Nigeria military forces against terrorists

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PHIL OKOSE, Onitsha Movement for the Actualization of Sovereign State of Biafra, MASSOB, said it was in support of the joint Nigeria and United States of America, US military force against terrorists, Islamic jihadists, bandits and all…

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Onitsha mkt demolition: Chamber of Commerce backs Soludo, demands compensation for victims

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PHIL OKOSE, Onitsha Onitsha Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ONICCIMA) has leant its weight behind Governor Chukwuma Soludo on the demolition of Onitsha Main market stating that the exercise is a bold and visionary…

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Senate mourns fallen soldiers after deadly Kukawa attack

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IGNATIUS OKOROCHA, Abuja The Senate on Wednesday mourned fallen soldiers in kukawa attack in Borno and expressed grave concern over the deadly assault on a Nigerian Army formation. The Senate observed a minute silence for the soldiers…

Anthony Success: Nigeria TikTokers ,the crisis of preparation

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Nigeria’s content creation global expansion for content creators has opened doors at an unprecedented pace. New content creators are stepping into the mainstream. People like Peller, Jadrolita, JoBlaq, Smart BM, Lumberboy, Iphea, and many…

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Gumi’s confessions: HURIWA issues Tinubu 7 days ultimatum to arrest terrorists whose identities, locations are known, set to start legal advocacy against FG

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… Says there’s no reason for continued bloodletting in Nigeria …Threatens to petition FG before US Congress, Int’l criminal court IGNATIUS OKOROCHA, Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has issued a seven-working…

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Africa Union conversation for protection , assistance of internally Displaced Person in Kampala

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signs Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives RT Hon Benjamin Okezie Kalu’s Bill to Protect IDPs in Nigeria into law during the Africa Union conference for the protection and Assistance of internally…

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Reps query NSDC over sugar import data, revenue remittances

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. As Customs in Kwara seize over N478m worth of contraband goods, warn against illegal trade JONAS EZIEKE, Abuja and GBENGA OLARINOYE, Ilorin The House of Representatives Committee on Finance querried discrepancies in the reported volume…

Nigeria Livestock sector receives development prospect with heifer

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NJEMANZE EMMANUEL, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development and Heifer International have begun discussions on deepening collaboration to accelerate the transformation of Nigeria’s livestock sector. This followed a courtesy…

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Makoko: Lagos Assembly urges Sanwo-Olu to relocate affected residents to Agbowa

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Lagos State House of Assembly has urged the State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu to relocate residents of Makoko, Sogunro and Oko-Agbon to a proposed low-cost housing estate to be constructed in Agbowa area of the State. The House…

Abundance member urges Hon Idimogu to contest Federal House position in 2027

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Dr Cashier Asomugha Ekekwe, a member of the Abundance Movement, a political campaign organization established for the realization of the election of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has urged former Lagos lawmaker, Honourable Jude Chukwuemeka…

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Eze Iheanacho Mbalewe, Uvuru Monarch @ 70, a legacy of altruism, courage , impact

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With hearts overflowing with gratitude to God and great pride, we join voices across the globe to celebrate HRH Eze Sir Iheanacho Chinyereze Mbalewe,Ksc, Ezeoha 111 of Uvuru Ancient kingdom in Aboh-Mbaise LGA of Imo State, as he marks his…

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IWD: Consolidated Hallmark Holdings celebrates women with the theme; Give to Gain

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Head Office of Consolidated Hallmark Holdings Plc (CHH Plc) was recently transformed into a vibrant sea of green as female staff members marked International Women’s Day 2026 in style. Many adorned outfits with elegant touches of green,…

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Deputy Speaker congratulates former Gov of Abia State, Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, on his new appointment as Nigeria’s ambassador to Spain

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Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives RT Hon Benjamin Okezie Kalu [right], congratulating the former governor of Abia state, His Excellency Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, on his new appointment as Nigeria’s ambassador to Spain. For a…