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Politics · Premium Times ·Plateau leaders pledge peace as Tinubu okays N2bn for attack victims
Plateau State leaders have committed to maintaining peace following President Bola Tinubu's approval of two billion naira to support victims of recent attacks. The financial intervention aims to provide relief and aid recovery efforts in the affected communities as stakeholders seek to end the cycle of violence in the region.
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Politics · Channels TV ·Tinubu Appoints Bianca Ojukwu As Foreign Affairs Minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Ojukwu to serve as a minister within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This decision comes as part of a recent cabinet reshuffle intended to strengthen the federal executive council and improve the administration’s focus on international relations and diplomatic engagements.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Breaking: Supreme Court to Deliver Judgement in ADC, PDP Leadership Crisis on Thursday
The Supreme Court is scheduled to deliver its verdict regarding the leadership disputes within the African Democratic Congress and the People’s Democratic Party this Thursday. The upcoming rulings are expected to resolve internal legal battles that have affected the organizational structure and management of both political parties across Nigeria.
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Politics · The Punch ·FG moves to review child rights act over rising abuse cases
The Nigerian Federal Government has initiated a review of the Child Rights Act to address the increasing prevalence of child abuse across the country. This legislative move aims to strengthen existing legal protections and provide a more robust framework for safeguarding minors against various forms of exploitation and violence.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Tinubu Elevates Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu As Foreign Minister, Nominates Sola Enikanolaye as Minister of State
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu to the position of Foreign Minister. In the same administrative update, the President nominated Sola Enikanolaye to serve as the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs. These appointments represent a significant change in the leadership of the nation's diplomatic and international relations department.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Borno Governorship: Sen Lawan Picks APC Form As Zulum’s Aide Insists on Anointment
Senator Lawan has obtained the All Progressives Congress governorship expression of interest and nomination forms for Borno State. This move occurs as an aide to Governor Babagana Zulum advocates for an anointed successor within the party, highlighting internal competition ahead of the upcoming primary elections in the state.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·ADC crisis: Kachikwu, state chairmen back court judgement against Mark
Dumebi Kachikwu and several state chairmen of the African Democratic Congress have endorsed a court judgement delivered against a factional leader. The move follows an internal leadership crisis within the party, as members seek to stabilize the organization's structure and address disputes over its national chairmanship and administrative control.
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Politics · Channels TV ·
Tinubu Nominates Rabiu Umar As New Chief Executive Of NMDPRA
President Bola Tinubu has nominated Rabiu Umar to serve as the new Chief Executive of the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. This appointment marks a significant leadership change within the nation's energy regulatory landscape. The nomination is expected to undergo a formal screening and confirmation process by the Nigerian Senate.
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Politics · Premium Times ·Atiku slams Tinubu over remarks on insecurity, warns against trivialising killings
Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu regarding his recent comments on the security situation in the country. The former vice president cautioned the current administration against downplaying the severity of ongoing killings and urged for a more serious approach to addressing the nation's persistent safety challenges.
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Politics · Nairametrics ·
Tinubu appoints Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Minister of Foreign Affairs
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu to serve as the Minister of Foreign Affairs. This decision comes as part of a cabinet reshuffle aimed at enhancing the administration's executive capacity. The appointment marks a significant inclusion in the federal cabinet as the government focuses on its diplomatic and international relations agenda.
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Politics · Daily Post ·BREAKING: Tinubu appoints Bianca Odumugu-Ojukwu Foreign Affairs Minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as the Minister for Foreign Affairs. This announcement comes as part of a strategic cabinet reshuffle intended to optimize the federal government's performance. The appointment signifies a notable inclusion in the executive council as the administration seeks to address key national priorities and international diplomacy.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·Unaccounted N210trn: Again, Senate threatens Ojulari with arrest warrant over absence
The Nigerian Senate has threatened to issue an arrest warrant against Ojulari due to repeated failure to appear before the chamber. The summons is related to an investigation involving N210 trillion in unaccounted funds, as lawmakers seek clarity on the missing public finances during their legislative oversight activities.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Marafa Orders Supporters To Quit ADC, Join NDC
Marafa has directed his supporters to withdraw their membership from the African Democratic Congress and join the National Democratic Congress. This move indicates a strategic political realignment for his followers as they consolidate their support under a different party platform within the Nigerian political landscape.
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Politics · PM News ·
Tinubu appoints Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu Foreign Affairs Minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu to the position of Foreign Affairs Minister. The announcement comes as part of a cabinet restructuring aimed at improving government efficiency. Odumegwu-Ojukwu, a former diplomat and legal practitioner, will now serve in the federal executive council following the president's approval of the new appointments.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
House Advances Bill To Create Military Doctrine Think-tank Centre
The Nigerian House of Representatives has moved forward with a legislative bill aimed at establishing a dedicated think-tank centre for military doctrine. This proposed facility is intended to facilitate strategic research and policy development within the nation's armed forces to enhance security operations and military coordination across the country.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Senate Approves Tinubu’s $516.3bn Loan For Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway Project
The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for a $516.3 billion loan to finance the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway project. This legislative endorsement facilitates the commencement of the major infrastructure development, which aims to enhance connectivity between the northern and southern regions of the country through a modernized road network.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Kalu’s Certificate Row: Coalition Urges Council To Continue Probe
A coalition has called on the relevant council to proceed with its investigation into the certificate controversy involving Kalu. The group emphasizes the need for a thorough probe to resolve the allegations surrounding the individual's academic credentials, seeking transparency and accountability regarding the ongoing dispute.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Breaking: FG declares Friday, May 1 public holiday
The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Friday, May 1, a public holiday to commemorate the annual Workers' Day celebration. This official announcement ensures that workers across the country will observe the day as a work-free period. The declaration aligns with the national tradition of honoring the contributions of the Nigerian labor force.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Tinubu appoints Bianca Ojukwu as foreign affairs minister
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bianca Ojukwu as a minister in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs during a recent cabinet reshuffle. This decision is part of an administrative effort to reposition the federal government’s diplomatic agenda and improve international cooperation through the inclusion of experienced figures in the executive council.
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Politics · Channels TV ·
Alleged Treason: Court Accelerates Trial Of Six Suspects Arrested By Army, DSS
A Nigerian court has ordered the acceleration of the trial involving six suspects accused of treason. The individuals were previously apprehended by the Nigerian Army and the Department of State Services. The proceedings aim to provide a swift resolution to the charges brought against the defendants by the federal government.
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