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House Of Reps Writes UK Government, Seeks Clemency For Ekweremadu As Sentencing Day Fast Approaches

The House of Representatives has asked the UK government and parliament to intervene in the sentencing of former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu and his wife, Beatrice. The lawmakers want the UK court to “temper justice with mercy” in the sentencing of the lawmaker.  The former deputy senate president, his wife, Beatrice, 56, and Dr. […]

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I Have Delivered On My Change Agenda – President Buhari

President Buhari has said that his administration has delivered on the change agenda it promised Nigerians in 2015, especially in the area of affordable housing. The President stated this while commissioning a housing estate in Zuba, Abuja, on Tuesday, May 2. According to the President, the new housing estate was addressing multidimensional poverty among the citizens. […]

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Governor Wike declares public holiday for Tinubu’s visit to Rivers state

The governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has declared Wednesday, May 3 a public holiday to enable residents to give the President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu a rousing welcome.Tinubu who won the February 25 presidential election will embark on a two-day working visit in the state starting from May 3 to May 4. In a statement […]

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Nigerian Witches And Wizards Endorse Tinubu’s Inauguration; Asks Nigerians To Pray For Him To Live Long

The White Witches and Wizards Association of Nigeria has endorsed the forthcoming inauguration on May 29. The group which disclosed that they will provide about 300 witches and wizards to ensure no harm comes Tinubu’s way, urged Nigerians to pray for the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, to have good health and long life.  Spokesman of the group, […]

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Gbajabiamila to Nigerian workers: Your sacrifices won’t go in vain

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila has lauded the efforts of the Nigerian workers on the occasion of this year’s International Workers’ Day. Gbajabiamila said the Nigerian workers have paid their dues over the years, therefore, they deserved to be celebrated always, not just on workers’ day. Recalling the sacrifices of […]

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Lawan Lauds Workers’ Patriotism, Resilience

Lawan said the workers have supported the efforts of government. A file photo of the Senate President, Ahmad Lawan, during plenary at the upper chamber of the National Assembly in Abuja.The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has hailed Nigerian workers for their patriotism, commitment to nation-building and resilience as they join their counterparts around the world […]

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Who is afraid of Abubakar Bagudu’s towering image? Re-Abu Najakku’s wild allegations

By Wale Ojo- Lanre With the 2023 campaign officially over, and the APC Presidential Campaign Council has been officially dissolved, media mercenaries who fell out in the jostling to get attached to one group or another have started showing their frustration openly.They have realized that their duplicity and vindictiveness have landed them deep into the […]

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“Deputy governorship slots should be reserved for women, enough of the boys brigade”- Ondo first lady, Betty Akeredolu

“Deputy governorship slots should be reserved for women, enough of the boys brigade”- Ondo first lady, Betty AkeredoluThe first lady of Ondo state. Betty Akeredolu, has demanded that only women be given the opportunity to serve as deputy governors in Nigeria. Akeredolu took the decision in response to the lack of female politicians who were […]

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How Pastor Adeboye Meets Adeleke, Anoints Him

The General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, on Wednesday, blessed and prayed for God’s continuous support for the Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke. This was made known in a statement signed and released by the spokesperson for the governor, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, which was shared on his Facebook page. […]

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Photostory: Buhari, Tinubu Attend Juma’at In Abuja

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), and the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, on Friday, attended Juma’at at the State House in Abuja. Among those present at the mosque were Kano State Governor Abdullahi Ganduje and House of Representatives Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila.

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Peter Obi ‘s Petition Against Tinubu Is An Efforts In Futility- Ned Nwoko

Delta North senator-elect, Ned Nwoko, has said the petition of the Labour Party Presidential candidate against the emergence of Tinubu as president-elect is an effort in futility. Punch reports that Nwoko explained that once the President-elect is sworn in, the petition filed against him at the Presidential Elections Petitions Tribunal in Abuja, might not see the […]

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Oyo govt to adopt Nigeria Startup Act project to expand state digital economy

Oyo state government, on Thursday, expressed readiness to adopt and localize the Nigeria startup act aimed at providing legal framework for tech industries in the state and assisting youths in the ICT sector develop entrepreneurship with their innovations The Special Assistant to the Governor on ICT and e-governance, Mr. Bayo Akande Jnr. disclosed this at […]

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An Open Letter to Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu: Before They Undermine Oyo People’s Support for Your Presidency

By Richard Ayandele Success truly has many fathers, but failure is an orphan. Mr. President-Elect Sir, our dear Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I am writing you this open letter because today, in Oyo State, a rallying figure albeit in the mould of a strong voice is lacking to push forward the needs of our great […]

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Peter Obi Accuses INEC Of Being Biased

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of being biased in the 2023 election.  Obi made the claim in response to a preliminary objection the commission filed in support of the President-elect and candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Mr. Bola Tinubu. The […]

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Politics:The President-Elect Arrives Nigeria

President-Elect, Bola Tinubu arrives at the Abuja airport on Monday. Upon his return to Nigeria from France on Monday, the President-Elect, Bola Tinubu says he is hail and hearty contrary to speculations that he was seriously ill. He stated this at his residence in the Asokoro area of Abuja shortly after his return from France. […]

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2nd Term: We’ll not relent until our set goals are achieved – Makinde

…appeals for sustained prayer by clerics Oyo state governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, declared that his administration will not relent until it achieves its set goals as itemized in the roadmap for sustainable development of Oyo State, 2023-2027. The governor, while speaking at the special thanksgiving organized in his honour and to celebrate the 89th […]

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I have forgiven those who disparaged me,I seek your forgiveness too – Gov Ganduje

Governor Umar Ganduje of Kano has appealed to residents of the state who he may have offended in any way during his tenure as their governor to forgive him. Governor Ganduje made the appeal in a statement released by Muhammad Garba, the state’s commissioner for information and internal affairs. According to the statement, Governor Ganduje […]

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Thanks for tolerating me. I can’t wait to go home-President Buhari tell Nigerians

President Buhari has said that he can’t wait to go home after eight years of being President of Nigeria. While speaking at his final Sallah homage held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Friday,April 21, the President described himself as being lucky, to have led Nigeria in various capacity which is as governor, minister, head […]

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Photostory: Buhari Celebrates Eid el-Fitr In Abuja

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Friday, joined other Muslims across the world in prayers and celebrating Eid el-Fitr. The Personal Assistant to President, Muhammadu Buhari, on Broadcast Media shared pictures with caption, “President #MBuhari participates at the Eid Al-Fitr Prayers at Mambilla Barracks, Abuja and Receives Sallah Homage in State House on […]

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