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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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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 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…

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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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…

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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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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…

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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…

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Senate Banigo says protracted leadership disputes, others in PDP caused his defection to APC

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…Says Tinubu deserves everybody’s support IGNATIUS OKOROCHA,Abuja Senator representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District, Sen. Ipalibo Banigo, on Tuesday, said she was forced out of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as a result of internal…

FG, W/Bank inaugurate $500m irrigation, power projects

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The Federal Government, in partnership with the World Bank, has inaugurated the 500 million dollars Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project across the country. The Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Prof.…

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Tinubu writes Reps, urges expeditious passage of Wike’s FCTA budget

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JONAS EZIEKE, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives and has presented the 2026 statutory budget proposal of the Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, to the lawmakers for speedy consideration and…

FG says unified communication ‘ll boost security coordination, applauds technology-driven boarder reforms

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CHIDIMMA UCHEGBU, Abuja A strategic and unified communication framework is key to boosting security coordination in the country, the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, stated on Tuesday during a…

2027: Air Force pledges airlift, drone surveillance support for INEC

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IGNATIUS OKOROCHA, Abuja As the nation draws close to 2027 election,Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to support Nigeria’s electoral process through airlift logistics, security operations, and aerial surveillance ahead…

Insecurity: HURIWA urges military to stop living in denial as Army loses 3 top ranking commanders

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. Advocates declaration of state of emergency in Borno IGNATIUS OKOROCHA, Abuja Pro-democracy and civil rights advocacy group HUMAN RIGHTS WRITERS ASSOCIATION OF NIGERIA (HURIWA) has carpeted the military’s handling of information on the…

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Obasa to serve as sub-national representative in Commonwealth parliamentary Committee

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The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has been appointed to serve as a Sub-National Representative in the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association African Executive Committee. ‎ The letter which was sent…

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Ikeja Electric Celebrates IWD 2026, Inspires Women to Grow Through Service

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UGO AMADI Ikeja Electric (IE) has joined the global community to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2026, reaffirming its commitment to gender inclusion, mentorship, and the advancement of women within the organisation and the…

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Middle East Turmoil Brings Nigeria an Oil Windfall — and a Choice

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By Kunle Odusola-Stevenson In global energy markets, geopolitics has a habit of repeating old lessons. The latest crisis in the Middle East—triggered by U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, has again exposed the fragility of…

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NNPC Secures Presidential Approval for $20 Billion Final Investment Decision on Bonga Deepwater Project

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His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, has approved a targeted fiscal incentive designed to unlock the long awaited Final Investment Decision (FID) on the Bonga Southwest Aparo (BSWA) deepwater project, marking a milestone in…

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Senate suspends plenary in honour of late Senator Mpigi

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IGNATIUS OKOROCHA, Abuja Senate on Tuesday suspended plenary in honour of late Senator Barinada Mpigi, who represented Rivers South East Senatorial District in the 10th National Assembly and died on February 19, 2026 after a protracted…

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IWD: UNICEF, Bauchi Govt raise alarm over GBV, maternal health challenge

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SELYA YARNAP, Bauchi The Bauchi State Government and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have raised concerns over the growing cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and poor access to healthcare services affecting women and girls in…

Boko Haram resurgence, Gov Zulum calls on Borno residents to intensify prayers in the last 10 days of Ramadan

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AHMED MARI, Maiduguri Due to the resurgence of Boko Haram attacks, the Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has called on Muslims to use the last ten days of the Holy month of Ramadan to intensify prayers, especially during the…