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Bayelsa deputy gov collapses, rushed to hospital
The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has been rushed to the hospital after collapsing at the Government House in Yenagoa, the state capital. It was gathered that the incident occurred on Thursday afternoon. Although the cause of the collapse is yet to be ascertained, sources described the situation as serious. […]
Omokri, Fani-Kayode, Others Arrive Senate for Ambassadorial Screening
President Bola Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominees have arrived at the National Assembly ahead of their scheduled Senate screening. Among those seen at the National Assembly were former Minister of Aviation Femi Fani-Kayode, former presidential spokesperson Reno Omokri, former Enugu State governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi, and former Minister of Interior Abdulrahman Dambazau. Their arrival comes two weeks after […]
Lekki Toll Gate ‘Massacre’ Claim Is Fake News, Lai Mohammed Reiterates
Former Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has dismissed claims that a “massacre” occurred at the Lekki Toll Gate during the 2020 EndSARS protests, insisting the narrative was driven by fake news and unverified social media reports. Speaking on National Television during a discussion about his new book, Mohammed said misinformation particularly during […]
ECOWAS to abolish air ticket taxes in January
The Economic Community of West African States Commission has announced that all air ticket taxes in the region will be abolished by January 1, 2026, as part of an initiative to make air travel more affordable and enhance regional integration. The decision is aimed at reducing the high costs of flights in West Africa, which […]
“I’ll Keep Dancing, It Doesn’t Affect My Work” – Gov. Adeleke
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has responded to critics, stating that his passion for dancing has no effect on his duties as the state’s leader. Known for his energetic dance moves, which have earned him the nickname “the dancing governor,” Adeleke has faced criticism from political opponents who question his seriousness in office. […]
Insecurity: Tinubu Stresses the Need to Withdraw Police Officers from VIP Security
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his call for the withdrawal of police officers currently assigned to protect prominent individuals, directing that they be redeployed to areas grappling with insecurity. During the Federal Executive Council Meeting on Wednesday, Tinubu emphasized the importance of this order, stating, “I honestly believe in what I said, and […]
House Orders CBN Governor to Explain ₦16 trillion Missing Government Funds
The House of Representatives has directed the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso to appear before its Public Accounts Committee and explain why more than ₦16 trillion in government revenue was not remitted into federal accounts. The order followed revelations from an ongoing investigation into the CBN’s handling of revenue collected […]
Tinubu Insists Police Must Leave VIP Escorts, Orders Full Enforcement
President Bola Tinubu has again insisted that police officers assigned to VIPs must be withdrawn and returned to core policing duties. Speaking shortly before the Federal Executive Council meeting in Abuja, he expressed frustration with the slow pace of compliance, telling officials to contact the Inspector General of Police (IGP) if they have genuine security […]
Olubadan to Elevate Olumuyiwa Makinde, Dotun Sanusi, and Seven Others in Otun Line
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, is set to elevate nine chiefs in the Otun Olubadan line, including Governor Seyi Makinde’s elder brother, Olumuyiwa Makinde. The ceremony will be held at the Oke-Aremo Palace, with members of the Olubadan-in-Council in attendance. Makinde, an Ibadan-based lawyer, will move from Aare Onibon to Gbonka Olubadan, while […]
FG Orders MDAs to Roll Over 70% of 2025 Capital Budget Into 2026
The Federal Government has directed all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to roll over 70 per cent of their 2025 capital allocations into the 2026 fiscal year, under a new budgeting framework issued by the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning. According to the 2026 Abridged Budget Call Circular, only 30 per cent of next […]