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Politics · Vanguard ·I need executive order from presidency to ban mining in problematic areas – Bago
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has called for a presidential executive order to prohibit mining activities in areas considered problematic. His request signals the need for federal intervention to restrict mining in locations where the activity is viewed as posing concerns, though the headline does not specify the affected areas or detailed reasons.
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Politics · Channels TV ·Tinubu’s UNGA Absence Won’t Change Nigeria’s Role As Giant Of Africa – Aide
A presidential aide says President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the United Nations General Assembly will not diminish Nigeria’s standing or influence as Africa’s largest economy and most populous country. The statement addresses concerns over the president’s non-attendance while reaffirming Nigeria’s continuing role and importance on the continent.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
UNGA 81: Nigeria Retains Front-Row Seat Despite Tinubu’s Absence — Jimoh Ibrahim
Senator Jimoh Ibrahim says Nigeria will retain a prominent position at the 81st United Nations General Assembly despite President Bola Tinubu’s absence. The headline indicates that Nigeria’s standing and participation at the international gathering are expected to remain significant, regardless of the president not attending.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Tinubu to First Lady at 66: You’re my truest friend
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on her 66th birthday, describing her as his truest friend. The headline indicates a personal tribute from the President to his wife in recognition of the occasion.
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Politics · Premium Times ·EXCLUSIVE: EFCC sets up team to investigate Atiku, Malami, others named in ICC ruling on Mambilla deal
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has established a team to investigate former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami and other individuals named in an International Criminal Court ruling concerning the Mambilla power project deal. The probe follows references to the persons in the court’s ruling.
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Politics · Daily Post ·UNGA 81: US didn’t arrest Gaddafi, Castro, Ayatollah Khomeini – Tinubu’s aide
A senior aide to Nigerian President Bola Tinubu said the United States did not arrest Libya’s Muammar Gaddafi, Cuba’s Fidel Castro or Iran’s Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, apparently drawing comparisons during discussions linked to the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The headline does not provide further context for the remarks.
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Politics · The Punch ·Tinubu deserves second term, says Mimiko
Former Ondo State governor Olusegun Mimiko says President Bola Tinubu deserves to serve a second term. The statement indicates Mimiko’s support for Tinubu’s continued presidency beyond the current tenure, placing the comment within Nigeria’s ongoing political discussions about the 2027 general election and presidential re-election.
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Politics · BusinessDay ·Jonathan calls for unified federal-state salary structure
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called for a unified salary structure covering Nigeria’s federal and state governments. The proposal seeks greater consistency in public-sector pay across the country, although the headline does not specify the details, timing, scope, or government response to the recommendation.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
What Are You Afraid Of? – Atiku Questions Tinubu’s Absence From UNGA
Atiku Abubakar has questioned President Bola Tinubu’s absence from the United Nations General Assembly, asking what may be behind the decision. The headline indicates that Atiku raised concerns about the president not attending the international gathering, without providing further details on the reason for Tinubu’s absence or the response from the presidency.
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Politics · Daily Post ·APC candidate wins Delta Udu bye-election
The All Progressives Congress candidate has won the bye-election held in the Udu area of Delta State. The result places the APC candidate as the declared winner of the contest, although the headline does not provide details about the margin, voter turnout, competing candidates or the office involved.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Constituency project: Speaker Tajudeen powers schools, hospitals, others with solar energy
Speaker Tajudeen has implemented constituency projects providing solar energy to schools, hospitals and other public facilities. The initiative is intended to improve access to electricity in these institutions, although the headline does not specify the locations, number of beneficiaries, project cost or implementation timeline.
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Politics · Daily Post ·37 miners’ death: I’m just chief security officer by mouth – Gov Bago
Governor Bago has responded to the deaths of 37 miners by saying his role as chief security officer is largely nominal, highlighting the limits of his authority over security matters connected to the incident.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Oshiomhole demands independent probe into miners’ deaths
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has called for an independent investigation into the deaths of miners. His demand indicates a push for an impartial examination of the incident, including the circumstances surrounding the fatalities and any factors that may have contributed to them.
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Politics · Channels TV ·Niger Miners’ Deaths: Gov Bago Seeks Executive Order To Ban Mining In Some Areas
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago is seeking an executive order to prohibit mining activities in certain areas of the state following the deaths of miners. The proposed ban would target locations considered affected by or vulnerable to mining-related risks, although the headline does not specify the areas or the number of fatalities.
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ADC House Of Reps Candidate Sarumi Launches Agege Campaign
ADC House of Representatives candidate Sarumi has launched his campaign in Agege, marking the start of his effort to contest the constituency’s seat. The headline does not provide further details about the campaign’s programme, attendance, policy priorities or the election timetable.
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Politics · Nigerian Tribune ·Gov Bago vows to expose truth behind 37 miners’ deaths
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has pledged to investigate and reveal the circumstances surrounding the deaths of 37 miners. The commitment indicates that authorities intend to establish what led to the fatalities and provide clarity on the incident, although the headline does not specify the location, cause, or identities of those involved.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
2027: I’ll unseat Ahmad Lawan, says ADC candidate
An ADC candidate has announced an intention to defeat Ahmad Lawan in the 2027 election. The headline indicates a direct political challenge to the former Senate president, but provides no further details about the candidate, the constituency involved, or the basis for the declaration.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
NSCDC, Police, Other Security Agencies Don’t Reports Directly To Me — Niger Governor
The Niger State governor said the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Police and other security agencies do not report directly to him, clarifying that he is not their direct reporting authority.
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Politics · The Punch ·
2027: Igboho declares support for Osun Accord Party’s candidate
Yoruba Nation activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Igboho, has announced his support for the Accord Party’s candidate in Osun State ahead of the 2027 elections. The declaration signals his preferred political alignment in the state, although the headline does not identify the candidate or provide further details about the decision.
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Politics · Vanguard ·2027: Sowunmi mobilises grassroots for Tinubu’s re-election
Sowunmi is organising grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The mobilisation indicates efforts to build local-level political backing ahead of the presidential contest, although the headline does not provide details about the areas involved, the structure of the campaign, or the specific activities undertaken.
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