Politics
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Staff Verification Exercise Saves Rivers State ₦5 Billion – Ibas
Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has announced that a comprehensive staff verification exercise has saved the state ₦5...
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SERAP Condemns Senate’s Refusal to Allow Akpoti-Uduaghan Resume After Suspension
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has condemned the Nigerian Senate's decision to prevent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from resuming her...
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Exclusive: Tinubu Directs Rivers Administrator to Prepare Handover Note for Fubara’s Return
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Rivers State administrator to begin preparing his handover note for the return of...
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Tinubu Sacks Presidential Aide on Digital Economy With Immediate Effect
The Tinubu administration has terminated the appointment of Fegho John Umunubo, who served as Special Assistant to the President on...
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Suspended Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan Cleared to Return After Six-Month Penalty
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has completed her six-month suspension from the Senate, clearing the path for her return to legislative activities...
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Succession Battle Looms as INEC Chairman Yakubu’s Tenure Ends in November
A potential succession battle is emerging within Nigeria's electoral leadership as the tenure of Independent National Electoral Commission Chairman Professor...
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Jonathan’s Supporters Push for His 2027 Presidential Candidacy Amid Growing Speculation
Supporters of former President Goodluck Jonathan within the Peoples Democratic Party are reportedly intensifying efforts to promote his potential candidacy...
Read more“Nigerian Politics Full of Betrayals and Lies” – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described Nigeria's political environment as characterized by widespread betrayals and dishonesty, while praising the unwavering...
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Shettima Defends Tinubu’s Leadership as PDP Criticizes President’s Frequent Trips
Vice President Kashim Shettima has defended President Bola Tinubu's leadership approach, stating that history will remember the President for making...
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New Ibadan Monarch Hails Adeleke’s Performance, Declares Support for Continuity Beyond 2026
The newly appointed Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, has thrown his weight behind Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke's...
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Ex-APC Senator Accuses Tinubu of “Use-and-Dump” Leadership Style
Former All Progressives Congress Senator Kabiru Marafa has launched a scathing attack on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, branding him a...
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Wike’s Allies Insist PDP National Chairman Must Remain in North-Central Zone
A coalition of prominent Peoples Democratic Party leaders aligned with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has demanded that the party's National...
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PDP Begins Sale of Forms for National Offices as Party Prepares for November Convention
The Peoples Democratic Party has commenced the sale of nomination and expression of interest forms for aspirants seeking national offices,...
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Oyo Lawmaker Pledges to Fund Makinde’s 2027 Presidential Bid
A prominent federal legislator has thrown his weight behind Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde's potential presidential ambitions, offering to personally...
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