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Politics · Premium Times ·Ogun FRSC office complex at Ogere-Remo commissioned for enhanced safety
The Federal Road Safety Corps has commissioned a new office complex in Ogere-Remo, Ogun State. This facility is intended to enhance road safety and operational efficiency within the axis. The development marks a significant step in the agency's efforts to improve its infrastructure and service delivery on Nigerian roads.
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Politics · Leadership News ·Lawmakers Seek Govt Intervention As Lunatics Take Over Uyo
Members of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly have requested immediate government intervention regarding the rising number of mentally unstable individuals in Uyo. The lawmakers called on state agencies to relocate these persons to appropriate facilities for treatment, citing concerns over public safety and the environmental aesthetics of the city.
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Kalu Certificate Row: Coalition Urges Legal Council To Press Ahead With Investigation
A coalition is calling on the relevant legal council to proceed with its investigation into a certificate controversy involving Kalu. The group encourages the authorities to continue the probe to address the allegations surrounding the authenticity of the credentials in question.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·NSCDC moves to tackle farmers–herders clashes in Abuja
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has initiated measures to address ongoing conflicts between farmers and herders within the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. This move aims to enhance security, promote peaceful coexistence, and mitigate violence in agricultural communities as part of broader efforts to maintain order in the nation's capital.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·Jandor picks APC forms to contest Lagos governorship poll
Olajide Adediran, popularly known as Jandor, has obtained the All Progressives Council expression of interest and nomination forms to contest the governorship election in Lagos State. This move marks his formal entry into the party's primary race as he seeks to secure the nomination for the state's highest executive office.
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Politics · The Punch ·Otti empowers 8,000 fashion graduates, unveils made-in-Aba campaign
Governor Alex Otti has empowered 8,000 fashion graduates and launched a campaign to promote goods produced in Aba. The initiative is designed to support the local fashion industry and stimulate economic growth within Abia State by encouraging the patronage of locally manufactured products and enhancing the skills of young entrepreneurs.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
2027: Tinubu Backs Hamzat As Lagos APC Consensus Candidate
President Bola Tinubu has expressed support for Obafemi Hamzat to emerge as the consensus candidate for the All Progressives Congress in the 2027 Lagos State gubernatorial election. This endorsement positions the current deputy governor as a key figure in the party's future leadership plans for the state.
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2027: Nasarawa Governorship Race Heats Up As Ex-NASENI Boss Joins Contest
The competition for the 2027 governorship in Nasarawa State has intensified following the entry of the former head of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure into the race. This move marks an early start to political campaigning for the state's highest executive position ahead of the next election cycle.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Trump reshares post renaming Strait of Hormuz ‘Strait of Trump’
Donald Trump recently reshared a social media post proposing the renaming of the Strait of Hormuz to the Strait of Trump. This significant international waterway, situated between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, plays a vital role in global oil transportation and maintains high strategic importance in international maritime affairs.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Defections deepen in Jigawa as PDP stalwarts dump party for APC
Several prominent members of the People's Democratic Party in Jigawa State have defected to the All Progressives Congress. These departures indicate a growing trend of political realignment within the state as stalwarts continue to abandon the opposition party for the ruling APC ahead of future electoral cycles.
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US lawmaker faults Tinubu over security aid compliance, urges funding review
A United States legislator has expressed concerns regarding President Bola Tinubu’s administration and its compliance with security aid protocols. The lawmaker recommended a comprehensive review of the financial assistance provided to Nigeria, suggesting that current funding levels be reassessed based on the federal government's adherence to international security standards.
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Delta extra judicial killing: Dafinone meets police authorities, sues for calm
Senator Ede Dafinone has met with police authorities following a reported extrajudicial killing in Delta State. The lawmaker urged residents to remain calm while seeking a thorough investigation into the incident to ensure justice and maintain peace within the affected community.
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Bauchi Governorship: Tuggar Pledges Security, Economic Growth
Yusuf Tuggar has committed to prioritizing security and economic development as part of his bid for the Bauchi State governorship. The pledge focuses on addressing regional challenges and fostering financial growth to improve the living standards of residents through specific policy frameworks and administrative reforms.
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2027: Founding ADC Chairman Says Party Must Be On The Ballot
The founding chairman of the African Democratic Congress has expressed the necessity for the party to participate in the 2027 general elections. He emphasized that the political organization must secure a place on the ballot as part of its strategy for the upcoming national electoral cycle in Nigeria.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Morning recap: S’Court to decide ADC, PDP fate, Tinubu names Odumegwu-Ojukwu minister, other top stories
The Supreme Court is set to deliver judgments regarding the legal standing of the ADC and PDP, while President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu to a ministerial position. These developments form part of the latest national updates alongside other major stories currently shaping the Nigerian political landscape.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Tuggar secures APC nomination, interest forms for Bauchi governorship bid
Yusuf Tuggar has obtained the All Progressives Congress nomination and expression of interest forms to contest the governorship election in Bauchi State. This move confirms his intention to seek the party's ticket for the upcoming gubernatorial polls. The acquisition of these documents is a critical step in his campaign to lead the state under the ruling party.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Mahdi Shehu accuses Nigerian govt of bias over N25bn airport chapel project
Mahdi Shehu has expressed concerns regarding a twenty-five billion naira airport chapel project, alleging that the Nigerian government is showing bias in the allocation of public resources. The activist raised issues about the expenditure and the prioritization of religious infrastructure within the aviation sector under the current administration's budget and planning.
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Politics · Vanguard ·PRP officially welcomes Baba-Ahmed
The People's Redemption Party has formally received Baba-Ahmed into its organization. This official induction marks a notable development for the political party as it continues to expand its membership base. The transition reflects ongoing shifts within the Nigerian political landscape as prominent individuals align with different parties for future activities.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Hold BYM, BDC, other Berom groups responsible for violence in Plateau communities’ – MACBAN
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria has identified various Berom groups, including the Berom Youth Moulders, as those responsible for the violence in Plateau State communities. The association has called for these organisations to be held accountable for the security challenges currently affecting the peace of the region.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: ‘Don’t pull down roof, desist from destructive politics’ – VP Shettima to Nigerians
Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigerians to refrain from destructive political practices as the 2027 general elections approach. He emphasized the need for national stability and encouraged citizens to avoid actions that could harm the country's progress, advocating for a focus on constructive engagement rather than divisive tactics during the upcoming political cycle.
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