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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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Politics · Leadership News ·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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Politics · Daily Post ·Tinubu mandates Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to 81st UNGA
President Bola Tinubu has directed Vice-President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The mandate places Shettima at the head of the country’s representation for the international gathering, although the headline does not provide further details about the delegation’s composition or agenda.
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Politics · Vanguard ·Obi, Kwankwaso hold Kaduna town hall
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso held a town hall meeting in Kaduna, bringing the two Nigerian political figures together for an engagement with attendees. The headline does not provide further details about the event’s purpose, participants, discussions, or outcomes.
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Politics · Leadership News ·Niger Tragedy: We Had No Knowledge Of 37 Illegal Miners’ Arrest — Governor Bago
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago said the state government was unaware that 37 illegal miners had been arrested before the incident referred to as the Niger tragedy. His statement highlights a lack of official knowledge about the arrests and the activities of the miners involved.
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Politics · Leadership News ·
David Mark Mourns Former Kogi Governor, Ibrahim Idris
Former Senate President David Mark has expressed grief over the death of Ibrahim Idris, a former governor of Kogi State. The headline indicates that Mark issued a mourning message following Idris’s passing, but provides no further details about the circumstances of the death, the content of the tribute, or funeral arrangements.
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Politics · Daily Trust ·
Obidient Movt: We’ll no longer watch thugs attack Nigerians during election or campaign
The Obidient Movement says it will no longer stand by while thugs attack Nigerians during election campaigns or voting periods, signalling a stronger stance against political violence and intimidation.
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Politics · PM News ·
Lagos, California seal historic sister-state partnership
Lagos State and California have formalised a historic sister-state partnership, establishing an official relationship between the Nigerian state and the US state. The agreement is expected to provide a framework for cooperation and exchanges, although the headline does not specify the sectors covered or the commitments involved.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Tinubu can’t attend UNGA because he fears arrest — Sowore
Activist Omoyele Sowore has alleged that President Bola Tinubu is unable to attend the United Nations General Assembly because he fears arrest. The headline reports Sowore’s claim but provides no further details about the alleged arrest risk, the event, or any official response from the presidency.
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Politics · The Punch ·
Mutfwang pledges to tackle insecurity in Plateau
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has pledged to intensify efforts to address insecurity across the state. The commitment signals a focus on improving safety and protecting residents, although the headline does not provide details about the specific measures, timeline or security challenges involved.
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Politics · Daily Post ·Bago vows probe into deaths of 37 in NSCDC custody, says findings will be made public
Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has pledged to investigate the deaths of 37 people while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. He said the inquiry will establish what happened and that its findings will be made public.
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Politics · Channels TV ·
Atiku Demands Explanation For Tinubu’s Third Straight UNGA Absence
Atiku Abubakar is seeking an explanation for President Bola Tinubu’s reported absence from the United Nations General Assembly for the third consecutive time. The demand focuses on the reasons behind Tinubu’s non-attendance at the annual global diplomatic gathering, according to Channels Television.
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