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Senate raises alarm over worsening lead-poisoning crisis in Lagos

The Senate, on Thursday, raised serious concerns over a rapidly escalating lead-poisoning crisis in Ogijo, a heavily populated community bordering Ikorodu in Lagos and the Ogun East Senatorial District, describing it as a grave environmental and public-health emergency threatening thousands of residents. The alarm followed a motion of urgent national importance jointly sponsored by Senators Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru (Lagos East) and Gbenga Daniel (Ogun East), brought pursuant to Orders 41 and 51 of the Senate Standing Orders, 2023 (as amended). […]

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Judge rejects Nnamdi Kanu’s brother court appearance

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declined to accept Prince Emmanuel Kanu’s appearance on behalf of his brother, Nnamdi Kanu, ruling that he is not a legal practitioner. Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), who was recently convicted and handed a life sentence, had filed a new motion asking to be transferred to Sokoto prison. The application was brought before the court by Emmanuel Kanu. He informed the court that […]

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Osun APC primary: Omisore, Oyebamiji, Alabi, six others know fate today

The All progressive congress (APC) is set to reveal the outcome of its screening exercise for the nine aspirants seeking the party’s ticket for the December 13, Osun state governorship primary election. The announcement followed a two-day screening exercise conducted in Abuja by the seven-member Osun State Governorship Primary Election Screening Committee, chaired by Barrister Obinna Uzor.  The committee is expected to submit its report to the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) by 11 a.m. today at the APC national […]

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2026 Hajj: NAHCON unveils guidelines on flights, medicals, others

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has released a comprehensive set of directives for the 2026 Hajj, introducing strict new rules on flight management, pilgrim grouping, medical fitness, and data submission. The measures were announced in a press release titled “NAHCON Directs Airlines to Issue 2026 Hajj Tickets Ahead of Departure,” shared on December 4, 2025 following a meeting with State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards and accredited four Hajj carriers at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. The Thursday press release was […]

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US company withdraws Nigeria’s presidential jet from sale

The marketing firm handling the sale of Nigeria’s presidential Boeing 737-700 Business Jet has withdrawn the aircraft’s listing. The jet, previously listed on the company’s website, could no longer be found when our correspondent visited. Manager of Market Research at JetHQ, Laurie Barringer, confirmed that the company no longer has the aircraft listed for sale and directed further inquiries to the Nigerian government. “Thank you for your email. We no longer have the listing on the Boeing. You will need […]

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Osun 2026: Oyebamiji for screening Thursday

Ahead of the December 13 Osun State governorship primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji will today appear before the party’s seven-man screening committee in Abuja. The screening, which started yesterday, had five of the nine aspirants appearing before the committee. Leading the pack, former deputy governor and ex-APC national secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore, was screened yesterday by the Obinna Uzor-led seven-man Osun State Governorship Primary Election Screening Committee. Also interviewed were development financier, Babatunde Oralusi, […]

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CBN STOPS DEPOSITS LIMIT, INCREASES WEEKLY WITHDRAWAL

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has increased the weekly withdrawal limit across all platforms to ₦500,000, up from the previous limit of ₦100,000. The apex bank also announced a major policy shift eliminating the cap on cash deposits. The new directives were communicated through a circular issued to financial institutions and signed by the Director of the Financial Policy and Regulation Department, Dr. Rita Sike. According to the CBN, the revised cash-handling policies are part of ongoing efforts to […]

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Oyo Govt Sets Up Committee to Address Concerns Over Ibadan Circular Road Project

The Oyo State Government has constituted a multi-stakeholder committee to address rising concerns surrounding the ongoing Ibadan Circular Road project. The committee includes local government chairmen, mogajis, traditional rulers, community leaders, and representatives of relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). The initiative aims to strengthen advocacy efforts and enhance community sensitization as construction progresses. Speaking during a press briefing at the Governor’s Office Complex in Ibadan, the Executive Assistant to the Governor on New Towns and Cities, Mrs. Mofoluke Adebiyi, […]

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Senate Confirms Retired General Christopher Musa as Minister of Defence

The Senate has confirmed the appointment of former Chief of Defence Staff, Retired General Christopher Musa, as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. His confirmation followed a screening session during Wednesday’s plenary, where lawmakers engaged the nominee in an extensive question-and-answer segment. During the screening, General Musa outlined key security challenges facing the country and discussed the strategic reforms he plans to implement upon assuming office. He emphasized the need for a coordinated national security approach and pledged to strengthen collaboration […]

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