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JUST IN: Benin coup attempt foiled, says interior minister
Benin’s interior minister, Alassane Seidou, on Sunday said that the Army had thwarted an attempted coup by a group of soldiers who said they had ousted President Patrice Talon. “A small group of soldiers launched a mutiny with the aim of destabilising the country and its institutions. “Faced with this situation, the Beninese Armed Forces […]
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Omisore: My disqualification from Osun APC primary is joke of the year
Iyiola Omisore, former national secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has described the report disqualifying him from contesting the party’s primary election in Osun state as the “jokest” report of the year.  On Friday, the APC screening committee barred Omisore and six other aspirants from contesting the Osun governorship primary scheduled for December 13. The screening […]
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Oyo APC backs Tinubu for 2027 presidency
The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has unanimously backed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office in 2027. Party leaders emphasised the need to strengthen unity, rebuild structures, and consolidate gains ahead of the next general election. The endorsement was announced on Friday at the Oyo APC Stakeholders’ Summit held at the […]
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Anambra to build 10,000 homes for workers
The Anambra State Government has announced a major housing scheme aimed at solving accommodation challenges for civil servants and low-income households, with plans to build 10,000 low-cost housing units at Isiagu in Awka South Local Government Area of the state. The project, which will be executed through a Public–Private Partnership arrangement with real estate developers, […]
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NAFDAC warns against importation of prohibited food items
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has raised the alarm over the growing incidence of smuggling, sale, and distribution of regulated food products currently found in markets across the country. The agency disclosed this in a statement signed by the agency’s Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, on Saturday in Abuja. NAFDAC said […]
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Dangote pledges stable fuel supply at Christmas
The President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, yesterday assured Nigerians that the era of nationwide fuel queues has come to an end, pledging uninterrupted petrol supply during the Christmas season and beyond. Speaking to journalists at the State House, Abuja, after a meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,  Dangote said the refinery has formally […]
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Argentina, Spain Handed Kind Draws For 2026 World Cup (FULL LIST)
Holders Argentina and leading contenders Spain were handed kind draws for the 2026 World Cup in a star-studded ceremony on Friday, which saw US President Donald Trump receive FIFA’s new peace prize. The event in Washington started the final countdown to the tournament, six months out from the first-ever 48-team World Cup, with much-fancied France […]
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Yuletide: Dangote assures Nigerians of stable fuel supply
Chairman of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, on Friday said Nigerians will no longer experience fuel queues during the Christmas and New Year seasons. Briefing State House correspondents after meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja, Dangote said his refinery has formally notified the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority of […]
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APC disqualifies Omisore, six others from Osun guber primary
Former National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Iyiola Omisore, has been disqualified alongside six other aspirants from contesting party’s governorship primary ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election in Osun State.  Others disqualified from contesting the APC governorship primary slated for December 13 are: Babatunde Haketer Oralusi, Oyedotun Babayemi, Dr. Akin Ogunbiyi, Benedict […]
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Rivers Speaker, 15 Other Assembly Members Defect To APC
The Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, defected to the All Progressives Congress. Amaewhule defected along with 15 other members of the House on Friday. The House of Assembly is currently in session with the defecttors blaming their departure from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on the crisis in the party. […]
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Newly sworn-in defence minister declares war on kidnappers
Newly sworn-in Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Musa (retd.), on Thursday, vowed rapid gains against insecurity, saying Nigerians would see results in the shortest possible time as he rebuilds synergy across the security architecture. Musa particularly stated that he has a mandate to go after kidnappers, bandits, criminals and ensure that Nigerians can be in […]
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FG sets Dec 20 deadline to pay contractors
The Federal Government on Thursday moved to calm rising tensions among road contractors, assuring that all outstanding payments will be cleared before December 20, 2025, following days of protests by contractors over mounting debts and stalled project financing. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, who gave the assurance during the reopening of the repaired Keffi […]
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Don’t escort VIPs in mufti, Force Headquarters warns; deploys Special Squads to airports
The Force Headquarters has intensified its clampdown on illegal VIP protection duties, issuing a fresh directive warning police officers against escorting Very Important Persons (VIPs) in mufti or uniform without authorization. The police leadership described the act as illegal and a clear violation of standing orders. The warning was contained in a wireless message dispatched […]
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Tinubu hails Senate for confirming Musa as defence minister
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Senate for its swift confirmation of General Christopher Musa (retd.) as the new Minister of Defence, describing the appointment as timely and crucial for the country. In a post released on his official X handle on Thursday, Tinubu said he forwarded Musa’s name to the Senate two days ago […]
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Tinubu writes Senate, seeks Omokri, Fani-Kayode, others’ confirmation
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday transmitted a fresh batch of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation. The request came barely 24 hours after the upper chamber began screening an earlier set of three ambassadorial nominees. The President’s letter was read at plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who said Tinubu asked lawmakers to […]
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Again, contractors barricade finance ministry over indebtedness
For the second day running, protesters have blocked access to the Federal Ministry of Finance with a coffin, sleeping mats, pillows and chairs over the alleged refusal of the Federal Government to pay them for contracts executed and commissioned under the 2024 budget. The protesters, who are members of the All Indigenous Contractors Association of […]
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“We have no factions, no godfathers,” Accord woos Adeleke
Accord Party has said it is ready to offer its platform for Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to actualise his second-term ambition. Adeleke, who is seeking a second tenure in the 2026 off-cycle governorship election had dumped the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, the platform on which he was elected into office.  The Governor who […]
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ASUU shelves planned strike, accepts FG’s 40% pay rise
The leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has adopted a more conciliatory approach by accepting the Federal Government’s proposed 40 per cent salary increase, bringing an end to months of dispute over unmet demands. ASUU had previously rejected the government’s earlier offer of a 35 per cent increase. However, at the last […]
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FIFA announces Dec 15 players release date for AFCON
Nigerian and African internationals preparing for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will remain with their clubs for an extra week after FIFA confirmed that players will now be released no later than December 15, easing concerns across European leagues. The ruling means Super Eagles stars such as Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze, Alex Iwobi, […]
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Senate backs death penalty for kidnappers, informants, others 
The Senate on Wednesday moved to tighten Nigeria’s anti-kidnapping laws by pushing for the death penalty for kidnappers — and anyone who finances, enables, or provides information to them — as lawmakers debated amendments to the 2022 Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act. The proposal, sponsored by the Leader of the Senate, Opeyemi Bamidele, seeks to […]
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Rivers Assembly endorses Tinubu for second term
The Rivers State House of Assembly has unanimously endorsed President Bola Tinubu for second term. The House, during its 37th Legislative Session on Wednesday, said its decision was in appreciation of the numerous Federal Government projects attracted under the Tinubu administration. The endorsement was contained in a motion signed by 26 members and read at […]
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‘Trump Is On Our Neck,’ Akpabio Rules Out Take-A-Bow Treatment For Gen Musa During Ministerial Screening
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, on Wednesday ruled out the possibility of the Defence Minister nominee, Christopher Musa, to ‘take a bow and go’ during his screening at the upper chamber. He admitted that the Nigerian government is under pressure by the United States President, Donald Trump, to tackle the myriads of security challenges confronting the […]
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Tinubu swears in NPC chair, perm secs, presides over FEC meeting
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday swore in the newly appointed Chairman of the National Population Commission, Dr Aminu Yusuf, alongside two commissioners of the agency, as well as five Federal Permanent Secretaries. The ceremony took place just before the President presided over the Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House, Abuja. Tinubu arrived at […]
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We’re not here to party, Army commander vows to crush banditry
The Theatre Commander of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Warrah Idris, has ordered troops to brace for a new phase of high-intensity operations aimed at completely wiping out banditry in the North West. Speaking on Wednesday at the 8 Division Headquarters Training School in Sokoto, Idris said recent gains, including cleared enclaves, neutralised criminals and […]
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Oyo pilgrims to take off from Ibadan Airport for 2026 Hajj — Official
The Chairman of Oyo State Pilgrims Welfare Board Muslim Wing, Hashim Atere, said that the state’s batch of pilgrims to the 2026 hajj will take off from the upgraded Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan. He announced this in a statement released by the Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Media, Sulaimon Olarenwaju, on Wednesday […]
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Senate Confirms General Musa’s Nomination As Defence Minister
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, as Minister of Defence following a five-hour grilling by the lawmakers on Wednesday.  General Musa, the immediate past CDS, was confirmed after the screening at the Senate chambers, a day after President Bola Tinubu nominated him for the position.  […]
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FG contractors launch fresh protest over N500bn debt
Local contractors under the All Indigenous Contractors Association of Nigeria returned to the Federal Ministry of Finance on Tuesday, blocking both entrances as they pressed for the payment of what they described as long-overdue debts for completed government projects. The protesters, led by the association’s National Secretary, Babatunde Seun-Oyeniyi, accused the Federal Government of repeatedly […]
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After Assembly attack, Fubara recalls 1,000 teachers
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Tuesday, approved the recall of 1,000 teachers recruited in 2023 for public schools across the state. This was disclosed in a public announcement issued on Tuesday by the Chairman of Rivers State Universal Basic Education Board, Sam Ogeh. Ogeh said the governor directed the revalidation of the 1,000 teachers […]
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