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Tinubu swears in five perm secs, NPC chairman ahead of FEC meeting

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday swore in five newly appointed Permanent Secretaries, the Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), and two commissioners during a brief ceremony held at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja. The ceremony took place shortly before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, with the President administering the oath of office in two batches. The first batch comprised the five Permanent Secretaries: Alhaji Abdulkarim Ozi Ibrahim (North Central) Dr. John […]

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Makinde Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthening Oyo Agribusiness Sector

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to expanding the state’s agricultural sector and positioning it competitively on the global stage. The governor made the commitment at the Oyo State International Agribusiness Summit 2025, held at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) in Ibadan. The two-day summit, themed “Expanding the Oyo State Economy through Agricultural Industrialization,” brought together stakeholders across the agricultural value chain. Governor Makinde emphasized that Oyo State is prepared to deepen partnerships with […]

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FG orders strict enforcement of 5% employment quota for persons with disabilities

The Federal Government has directed all ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) to fully comply with the mandatory five per cent employment quota for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), warning that excuses for non-compliance will no longer be tolerated. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, issued the directive on Tuesday at the 2025 International Day of Persons with Disabilities Forum in Abuja.According to a statement by his media adviser, Yomi Odunuga, Akume said Nigeria has now moved […]

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2026 Hajj: Pilgrims will take off from Ibadan Airport, says Oyo pilgrims board

The Chairman of the Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board (Muslim Wing), Sheikh Hashim Atere, has announced that the state’s 2026 Hajj contingent will depart from the newly upgraded Ladoke Akintola International Airport in Ibadan. Atere made this known while briefing journalists in Ibadan, noting that Governor Seyi Makinde had confirmed that all facilities required for wide-bodied aircraft operations have been fully installed at the airport. He recalled that the upgrades enabled the large aircraft that conveyed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu […]

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JUST IN: Senate set to screen Defence Minister nominee General Musa

The Senate has commenced the screening process for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s nominee for Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd). This follows the reading of the President’s nomination letter by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary on Tuesday. Akpabio announced that the screening exercise would begin immediately. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele subsequently moved a motion to suspend relevant rules to allow the nominee, the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, Defence Ministry officials, […]

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Entertainment

Taye Arimoro challenges guilds’ suspension, threatens N1bn suit

Nollywood actor Taye Arimoro has formally challenged his suspension by the Directors Guild of Nigeria (DGN), Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), and Association of Movie Producers (AMP) over his recent on-set altercation with actress Peggy Ovire. The incident occurred during the filming of the movie Pieces of Love. In a strongly-worded petition, Arimoro’s lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, faulted the suspension, describing the joint action by the guilds as “procedurally improper, legally indefensible, and constitutionally void.” Effiong highlighted several grounds for contesting […]

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Nasboi pleads with 2Baba to ‘take control’ amid controversy

Comedian and singer Nasboi has written an emotional open letter to Nigerian music legend Innocent “2Baba” Idibia, urging him to address the recent controversies surrounding his personal life. In the heartfelt note shared online, Nasboi expressed deep concern over viral videos and news reports involving the veteran artiste, saying he felt personally hurt by the situation due to the admiration he has held for 2Baba since his teenage years. Nasboi described 2Baba as a major influence in his life, praising […]

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FG suspends correctional officers over alleged misconduct in Yobe

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has suspended several officers over their alleged involvement in unprofessional conduct with inmates at a custodial centre in Yobe State. The suspension, which takes immediate effect, will remain in place pending the conclusion of a full-scale investigation ordered by authorities. The Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, approved the disciplinary action after receiving a preliminary investigation report on the incident. Tunji-Ojo stressed […]

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Adeleke set for Accord as chaos rocks PDP primary

The crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has taken a new turn as Governor Ademola Adeleke is set to formally defect to Accord (A) next week. This development comes amid heightened internal disputes that culminated in the emergence of Adebayo Olugbenga Adedamola as the PDP governorship candidate for the 2026 election. The primary election, held on Tuesday at the Adolak Event Centre in Osogbo under heavy security, had 990 delegates expected, but only 957 were accredited […]

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