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ASSAULT ON BOLT DRIVER: I’M EMBARRASSED BY MY ACTIONS — ALEX IKWECHEGH

A member of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Alex Ikwechegh has expressed regret for assaulting a Bolt driver who came to deliver a package to him. In a public statement titled ‘A Statement of Regret and Commitment to Justice’, Ikwechegh apologized for his actions, which were captured in a viral video, and acknowledged the behavior as “unacceptable” for a public official. Ikwechegh stated, “As a public servant, I recognize the trust placed in me by my constituents and the Nigerian […]

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N750M DONATED AS TINUBU, OTHERS UNVEIL ARMED FORCES REMEMBRANCE DAY EMBLEM

President Bola Tinubu has launched Nigeria’s 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Emblem at the Council Chamber of the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. He pledged to prioritise the welfare of servicemen and women as they secure the country’s territorial integrity and her citizens. Speaking at the brief ceremony on Tuesday, Tinubu acknowledged the role of Nigeria’s armed forces as the Federal Government’s first line of defence. He highlighted his administration’s commitment to supporting military personnel and honouring those who lost their lives […]

todayOctober 29, 2024 53

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SENATE POSTPONES MINISTERIAL SCREENING TILL WEDNESDAY

The Senate has postponed the screening of seven ministerial nominees, who are scheduled for Tuesday. Citing reasons for the postponement in a personally signed statement, Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, said the postponement was to allow the nominees to conclude all aspects of documentation and pre-screening exercise. The statement, titled “Postponement of Ministerial Screening,” reads: “The scheduled screening of ministerial nominees has been postponed by the Senate. “This is to allow all nominees to […]

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NO DEADLINE FOR OLD NAIRA NOTES CIRCULATION — CBN

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed reports suggesting that the old N200, N500, and N1,000 banknotes will cease to be legal tender on December 31, 2024. In an official statement issued on October 24, 2024, and signed by Sidi Ali Hakama, the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, the CBN clarified that these claims are false and aimed at disrupting the country’s payment system. The CBN’s clarification comes amidst widespread discussions regarding the status of old Naira banknotes, following […]

todayOctober 25, 2024 44

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TINUBU ORDERS CUTS IN MINISTERS’ CONVOYS, AIDES

President Bola Tinubu has restricted ministers, ministers of state, and heads of agencies of the Federal Government to a maximum of three vehicles in their official convoys, saying no additional vehicles would be assigned to them for movement. This came as the Presidency explained that Nigerians’ perception played a key role in the President’s decision to reshape his cabinet. The President’s new directive was contained in his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy statement, Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, […]

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TINUBU CALLS FOR PROBE, CONDOLES FAMILIES OF THE NNPC HELICOPTER CRASH

President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolences to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Board, its staff, and the families affected by the recent helicopter crash off the coast of Bonny Finima in Port-Harcourt. In a Friday statement released by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy,  Tinubu expressed his “deepest sympathies” to the families of those lost, affirming his solidarity with the grieving parties. Tinubu directed an “intensification of search and rescue operations” to locate […]

todayOctober 25, 2024 55

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BRICS adds Nigeria, 12 new nations as partner countries

BRICS has officially expanded its alliance, adding 13 new nations as partner countries, though not as full members. The announcement was made during the BRICS summit, held in Kazan, Russia, from October 22 to 24, 2024. The 2024 summit, themed “Strengthening Multilateralism for Fair Global Development and Security,” marked the sixteenth annual gathering of the bloc, with a focus on enhancing economic integration with key emerging nations. A post on X (former Twitter) from the bloc on Thursday read, “BRICS […]

todayOctober 24, 2024 36

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TRUCK, BUS COLLISION KILLS DRIVER ON LAGOS-IBADAN EXPRESSWAY

A driver has allegedly lost his life along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway after his white Mazda bus collided with a moving truck near Car Park C, in the Lotto area of the highway on Wednesday. The driver, who was the only occupant of the bus loaded with bags of potatoes, was reportedly heading to Lagos when the incident occurred. According to eyewitnesses, the driver may have dozed off behind the wheel, losing control and crashing into the truck from the rear. […]

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NEW CHAPTER OF MY LIFE BEGINS – FAROUK LAWAN SPEAKS AFTER REGAINING FREEDOM

A former member of the House of Representatives, Farouk Lawan, has said regaining freedom after serving his jail term marks a new chapter in his life. Lawan expressed gratitude to God for releasing him from prison. Speaking after his release from Kuje Correctional Facility, Lawan said: “Alhamdulillah, Alhamdulillah, Alhamdulillah. “Today marks the start of a new chapter in my life as I leave Kuje Custodial Centre. I am immensely thankful to Allah SWT for guiding me through this trial.” Lawan, […]

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