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Jun

2025

ADA Gets Greenlight On Party Registration As INEC Writes Protem Chairman

Party Registration: ADA Gets Greenlight As INEC Writes Protem Chairman More than a week after submitting its application as one of the political parties for registration to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), an offshoot of the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG) got a greenlight as the electoral body wrote a letter to its protem chairman, Akin Ricketts. The likes of former vice president, Atiku Abubakar; Labour Party’s presidential candidate during the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi and former governors Rotimi Amaechi, Nasir el-Rufai and Rauf Aregbesola are seen as the leading figures of the…

Jun

2025

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Govt Orders Immediate Closure Of IBB Varsity Over Security Concerns

Education, News Flash, Security

Govt Orders Immediate Closure Of IBB Varsity Over Security Concerns Governor Mohammed Bago of Niger has ordered the immediate closure of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBUL), Lapai, due to security concerns. This is contained in a statement by Abubakar Usman, secretary to the state government (SSG), on Wednesday in Minna. Mr Usman said the decision followed recent security breaches and the tragic loss of lives within the University community. He stressed that the safety of all citizens, particularly students, remains a top priority for the government. “We are deeply saddened by recent incidents. Government is taking proactive steps to swiftly…

Jun

2025

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Eight Dead, Over 400 Injured As Kenya Anniversary Protests Turn Violent

Foreign Affairs, News Flash

Eight Dead, Over 400 Injured As Kenya Anniversary Protests Turn Violent Marches in Kenya to mark a year since massive anti-government demos turned violent on Wednesday, with eight killed and at least 400 injured as protesters held running battles with police, who flooded Nairobi’s streets with tear gas and sealed off government buildings with barbed wire. Initially peaceful commemorations descended into chaos as scattered groups ripped up flagstones to throw projectiles at security forces and chanted for the resignation of President William Ruto. Free dating network with hot profilesCash out now… or Risk one more Pump?The marches had been called…

Jun

2025

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NYSC Speaks On Service Extension For Corpe Member Who Criticized Tinubu

FGN, Education, News Flash

NYSC Speaks On Service Extension For Corpe Member Who Criticized Tinubu The National Youth Service Corps has denied extending the service year of a Lagos corper, Rita Uguamaye, also known as Raye, for criticising the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Raye became an Internet sensation following her public criticism of the present administration, which she described as worsening economic conditions. Uguamaye had, in a viral video shared on her TikTok account, @talktoraye, expressed frustration over Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions, lamenting the high inflation and economic hardship. Uguamaye had also criticised the President by describing him as a “terrible leader” while…

Jun

2025

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Tinubu’s Daughter Gets New Appointment

Lagos, News Flash, Politics

Tinubu’s Daughter Gets New Appointment Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, daughter of President Bola Tinubu, as the chairperson of the Lagos State Market Advisory Council. The appointment was made during the inauguration of the newly constituted council. The governor urged the members to handle their roles with a strong sense of duty, stressing the importance of safety, fairness, and transparency in resolving market disputes and in daily dealings with customers. Sanwo-Olu acknowledged the efforts of the appointees, describing the appointment as a reflection of their leadership qualities and dedication to community service. He noted that while…

Jun

2025

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All Roads Lead To Amaekpu Ohafia As Chief Igu Ngwoke Buries Mum, Late Madam Grace Nnennaya Ngwoke Awa On 26th And 27th June, 2025

News Flash, People & Events

ALL ROADS LEAD TO AMAEKPU OHAFIA AS CHIEF IGU NGWOKE BURIES MUM Late Madam Grace Nnennaya Ngwoke Awa On 26th And 27th June, 2025 All is set for the burial of the mother of Chief Igu Ngwoke, Late Madam Grace Nnennaya Ngwoke Awa. Burial Arrangements are as follows: Thursday 26th June, 2025: Service of songs at Presbyterian Church of Nigeria, Ugwu Parish, Amaekpu Ohafia by 5.00pm. It will be followed by Christian wake keep at her residence Ndi Ngwoke Compound, Amaekpu Ohafia. Friday, 27th June, 2025:Body leaves Ohafia General Hospital, Amaekpu Ohafia for a lying in State in her residence…

Jun

2025

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EFCC Arrests Ex-NNPCL Top Official For Alleged $7.2bn Fraud

Crime, Economy, News Flash, Oil & Gas

EFCC Arrests Ex-NNPCL Top Official For Alleged $7.2bn Fraud Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested a former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Umar Isa, over an alleged $7.2 billion fraud linked with the rehabilitation of the Kaduna, Warri and Port Harcourt refineries. Also in the custody of the EFCC is Jimoh Olasunkanmi, a former Managing Director of Warri Refinery. Isa, as CFO, was in charge of the release of funds for the turnaround maintenance of the three refineries. Isa and all the key officials involved in the maintenance…

Jun

2025

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Israel, Iran Agree To Complete Ceasefire – Says Trump

Foreign Affairs, News Flash, War, World News

Israel, Iran Agree To Complete Ceasefire – Says Trump In a dramatic late-night development, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a “complete and total” ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, following nearly two weeks of escalating hostilities that have drawn international concern. Posting on social media shortly after 11 p.m. local time, Trump stated that both countries had agreed to halt military operations, with the ceasefire set to begin “in approximately six hours” after each side has wound down its current offensive actions. He went on to declare the conflict the “12 Day War,” claiming that it could have stretched into…

Jun

2025

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Poverty, Hunger, Fuel National Security Threats – Chief Of Defence Staff

Armed Forces, FGN, News Flash

Poverty, Hunger Fuel National Security Threats – Chief Of Defence Staff The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has warned that poverty and hunger have escalated beyond social issues, now posing serious threats to Nigeria’s national security. Speaking at the opening of the 14th National Security Seminar in Abuja on Monday, Gen. Musa, represented by the Chief of Defence Training, Rear Admiral Ibrahim Shetimma, stressed that insecurity in the modern world is no longer solely defined by armed conflict, but also by widespread economic hardship, food insecurity, and social dislocation. The seminar, themed “Combating Hunger and Poverty for…

Jun

2025

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Tinubu Flags Off Nigeria’s Largest Tractor Rollout To Boost Food Production

Agriculture, FGN, News Flash

Tinubu Flags Off Nigeria’s Largest Tractor Rollout To Boost Food Production President Bola Tinubu has launched a major agricultural initiative involving the rollout of over 2,000 modern tractors and thousands of other farming equipment. The programme, unveiled on Monday in Sheda, Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory, is part of the Renewed Hope Agricultural Mechanisation Programme aimed at modernising Nigeria’s farming sector. Speaking at the launch, President Tinubu described the event as the beginning of an agricultural rebirth. He said the initiative is a crucial step toward making Nigeria a global agricultural leader, improving food supply, empowering young…