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Politics · Daily Trust ·Bank officials testify against Alleged coup plotters
Bank officials have appeared in court to provide testimony against individuals accused of involvement in a coup plot. The legal proceedings involve financial records or transactions linked to the suspects, as the prosecution seeks to establish evidence regarding the alleged conspiracy against the state.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: Makinde rejects religion in successor decision-making process
Governor Seyi Makinde has announced that religion will not be a factor in the selection of his successor for the 2027 general elections. He indicated that the decision-making process for the next governorship transition will exclude religious sentiments, prioritizing other qualifications to ensure the continued development of the state.
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Politics · Premium Times ·JUST IN: Tinubu sacks NMDPRA CEO
President Bola Tinubu has dismissed the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. This move marks a significant leadership change within the nation's energy regulatory framework. The decision is part of ongoing administrative adjustments aimed at restructuring key government agencies involved in the petroleum sector.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Kachikwu Slams ADC Hijackers, Hails Court Ruling
Dumebi Kachikwu has expressed disapproval toward individuals he claims attempted to take control of the African Democratic Congress. He commended a recent court judgment concerning the party's internal leadership structure following a legal dispute over the management and direction of the political organization.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Security forces kill bandit commander in Zamfara
Security forces in Zamfara State neutralized a high-ranking bandit commander during a targeted operation. The mission aims to address the persistent security challenges and criminal activities affecting the region. This action is part of broader efforts by security personnel to restore order and protect residents in the state.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
BREAKING: Tinubu sacks NMDPRA boss after 4 months
President Bola Tinubu has dismissed the head of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority after only four months in the role. The removal of the NMDPRA chief executive marks a significant change in the leadership of Nigeria's oil and gas regulatory framework during the current administration's tenure.
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Politics · ThisDay ·
Citing Public Interest, Tinubu Sacks Saidu Mohammed As Chief Executive of NMDPRA, Names Rabiu Umar As Replacement
President Bola Tinubu has removed Saidu Mohammed from his position as the Chief Executive of the Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. Citing public interest for the decision, the President appointed Rabiu Umar as the new head of the regulatory agency to oversee midstream and downstream oil operations.
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Politics · The Punch ·S’Court to deliver judgments in ADC, PDP appeals Thursday
The Supreme Court is scheduled to deliver its judgments on Thursday regarding appeals filed by the African Democratic Congress and the People's Democratic Party. These rulings will conclude legal challenges involving electoral disputes that have reached the nation's highest court for final resolution after previous deliberations in lower judicial bodies.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Senate Launches Probe Into Adamawa Attacks, Orders Relief For Victims
The Nigerian Senate has initiated an investigation into recent attacks in Adamawa State while directing relevant authorities to provide immediate relief materials for affected residents. This legislative action follows security breaches in the region, aiming to determine the causes of the violence and ensure support for those displaced or impacted by the incidents.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Lagos 2027: Hamzat confident as Tinubu backs guber bid
Lagos State Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat has expressed confidence in his quest for the 2027 governorship seat following reports of support from President Bola Tinubu. The endorsement marks a significant development in the state's political landscape as preparations for the next general elections begin to take shape among top officials.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Atiku: Bloodshed has reached intolerable levels under Tinubu
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the federal government over the increasing rate of insecurity across the country. He noted that the frequency of violent incidents under President Bola Tinubu's administration has reached extreme levels, necessitating more decisive action to safeguard the lives and properties of Nigerians.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
Borno South: Ndume Poised To Return To Senate As Hon Askira Withdraws From Race
Senator Ali Ndume is set to represent Borno South again following the withdrawal of Hon Askira from the senatorial race. This move clears the path for the incumbent lawmaker to return to the National Assembly, as he faces significantly reduced competition within the electoral contest for the district.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: Blood of innocent Nigerians will forcefully remove you — Atiku tells Tinubu
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has suggested that President Bola Tinubu will be removed from office in 2027 due to the current state of the nation. He linked the administration's potential exit to the hardships faced by citizens, indicating that political change is inevitable during the next general election cycle.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Osun guber: APC vows to defeat Adeleke by 10pm on election day
The All Progressives Congress has declared its intention to defeat Governor Ademola Adeleke in the upcoming Osun State governorship election. Party officials expressed confidence in securing a decisive victory early on the day of voting. This statement underscores the growing political rivalry as the state prepares for the next gubernatorial contest.
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Politics · Channels TV ·We Won’t Allow Religion Divide Oyo — Makinde
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has pledged to prevent religious sentiments from causing division among the people of the state. He assured residents that his administration remains dedicated to fostering unity and harmony, stressing that religious differences will not be permitted to compromise the collective progress and stability of Oyo.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·PHOTOS: Tinubu hosts Hamzat at Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu held a meeting with the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Obafemi Hamzat, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The encounter was documented through official photographs released from Aso Rock. This visit highlights ongoing consultations between the presidency and state-level leadership, though the specific details of the discussion were not publicly disclosed.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Tinubu sacks NMDPRA boss, Saidu Mohammed, nominates Rabiu Umar as replacement
President Bola Tinubu has removed Saidu Mohammed from his role as the head of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. Following the dismissal, the President nominated Rabiu Umar to take over the leadership of the agency. The administrative change marks a transition in the management of the petroleum regulatory body.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Tinubu blessed my governorship candidacy, says Hamzat
Hamzat stated that President Bola Tinubu has endorsed his candidacy for the governorship. This endorsement signifies high-level political support within the ruling party as electoral preparations progress, highlighting the influence of the presidency in determining key candidates for state executive positions in Nigeria.
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Politics · Daily Post ·2027: Attempt to takeover ADC has failed – Kachikwu on court ruling
Dumebi Kachikwu has announced that a recent court ruling successfully stopped an attempt to take over the African Democratic Congress. The legal decision reportedly secures the party's leadership structure as they prepare for the 2027 general elections, effectively ending recent internal leadership disputes within the political organization.
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Politics · Nairametrics ·
Tinubu sacks Saidu Mohammed as NMDPRA chief, nominates Rabiu Umar as replacement
President Bola Tinubu has removed Saidu Mohammed from his position as the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. In his place, the President has nominated Rabiu Umar to lead the regulatory agency, marking a significant leadership change within Nigeria's midstream and downstream oil and gas sector.
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