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Senator Doguwa Defects from APC to PDP, Cites Lack of Direction and Anti-People Policies

Senator Masaud Doguwa, a prominent figure in Kano State’s All Progressives Congress (APC), has switched allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This announcement was made in a statement signed by Doguwa... Read more »
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London Police Arrest Two After Newborn’s Body Found in Bin

A man and a woman have been arrested after the body of a newborn baby girl was found in a bin. Police made the discovery in Camden, London. A 26-year-old man was... Read more »
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President Tinubu Renames National Theatre In Lagos After Prof. Wole Soyinka

President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute literary icon Prof. Wole Soyinka by renaming the National Theatre as Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture in honour of the Nobel laureate’s enduring legacy.... Read more »
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Olawepo-Hashim Hails Supreme Court Judgement on LG Funds, Calls for Accountability

A former Presidential Candidate Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has hailed the Supreme Court Judgement that bars the Federal Government from sending Local Governments funds to States, but directly to the LGAs. The Supreme Court,... Read more »
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BREAKING: School Building Collapses In Jos, Students Trapped

A two-storey building housing Saints Academy School located in Busa Buji, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State collapsed on Friday morning, leaving scores injured. The building caved in while school... Read more »
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Singer, Portable Fights Bike Man in Lagos Over Stolen Phone

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, is at it again, but this time with a bike man. The street singer, who recently returned from America, caused a commotion in... Read more »
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Ohanaeze Ndigbo Urges Southeast Governors to Embrace Supreme Court Ruling on LGA Autonomy

The recent Supreme Court ruling on Local Government Autonomy is a significant milestone for democracy in Nigeria. Ohanaeze Ndigbo applauds this decision, as it puts an end to the unchecked control and... Read more »
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Avoid travelling without permission, NYSC DG warns corps members

YD Ahmed, director-general (DG) of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), says corps members should avoid travelling without permission from appropriate authorities. Ahmed spoke on Thursday during his visit to the 2024 batch... Read more »
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Nigerians paid N721bn as bribes to public officials in 2023 – NBS

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) says more than N700 billion was paid in cash as bribes by citizens to public officials in 2023. In its report, titled, ‘NBS Corruption in Nigeria:... Read more »
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Rivers State Government Launches Emergency Medical Service and Ambulance System

In a move to improve healthcare in the state, The Rivers State Government has launched an Emergency Medical Service and Ambulance System. Governor Sim Fubara inaugurated the service, praising the Ministry of... Read more »
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Ahmed Aliyu Signs Chieftaincy Bill Stopping Sultan From Appointing Village, District Head

Ahmed Aliyu, governor of Sokoto, has signed the bill stripping the Sultan of the power to appoint district and village heads in the state. Speaking on Thursday after signing the bill and... Read more »
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Yobe State Governor, Buni swears in 2 commissioners

Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has vowed that this administration will not tolerate favouritism in appointments. Buni gave the assurance shortly after administering oaths of office and allegiance to two... Read more »
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Supreme Court Verdict: Local Councils Must Now Account For Own Actions – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday welcomed the decision of the Supreme Court of Nigeria affirming the spirit, intent, and purpose of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the... Read more »
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Local Government Autonomy: Abia State Workers Rejoice, Sings Tinubu’s Praises (Video)

After the Supreme Court yesterday gave a landmark judgment granting financial autonomy to Local Government Councils across the country, local government workers in Abia state were captured on video rejoicing and singing... Read more »
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President Tinubu Promises New Minimum Wage, Says Structure Needs Review

President Bola Tinubu says a new minimum wage will be fixed after reviewing the “structure” of the wage bill. Tinubu spoke on Thursday while addressing the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress... Read more »
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Nigeria Paying for Consequences of N27 Trillion Ways and Means Loan – Cardoso

Olayemi Cardoso, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), says the country is paying for the consequences of the N27 trillion ways and means loan. On May 23, 2023, the senate... Read more »
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Local Government Elections: A Forgotten Aspect of Nigerian Democracy, Says Analyst

A political analyst has raised concerns over the neglect of local government elections in Nigeria, stating that it poses a significant threat to the country’s democratic system. The analyst noted that since... Read more »
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Atiku Hails Supreme Court’s Judgment on Financial Autonomy for Local Governments

Former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, has described Thursday’s judgment of the Supreme Court on financial autonomy for local government councils as a win for the country. His reaction is contained in a statement... Read more »
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Transporters to Get Free CNG Kits, Installation as Government Moves to Reduce Transportation Costs

In a bid to speed up the use of Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, by commercial transporters, the Federal Government disclosed that members of the transport union would be provided with free conversion... Read more »
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Peter Obi Didn’t Conduct LG Elections All Through His Tenure – Reno Omokri

Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide, has accused Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, of hypocrisy and double standards in his criticism of the federal government and President Bola Ahmed... Read more »