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2027: Succession storm brews as 10 govs exit
Succession storms are brewing in no fewer than 10 states where governors are nearing the end of their second and final terms in office. In May 2023, 28 governors were sworn into office, while eight other states held off-cycle inaugurations. Of the 28, 18 began their first terms, while the remaining 10 commenced their final terms […]
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At Last, States Pay Teachers, LG Workers N70,000 New Wage
Almost a year after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed the new minimum wage of N70,000 into law, most states have extended its implementation to teachers and local government workers. Initially, many states adopted piecemeal payment, citing limited funds, while some restricted the payment to core civil servants, excluding teachers and local government workers. Kaduna: Awaiting […]
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Six European countries international students should avoid in 2025
As international education continues to evolve, many African students—especially from West Africa—are increasingly looking to Europe for affordable and high-quality education. While some European countries offer student-friendly visa processes, post-study opportunities, and part-time work options, others are becoming increasingly challenging for prospective international students.   In 2025, several European nations have tightened entry processes, made […]
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FULL LIST: US ranks 1st, Israel 15th, Iran 16th in 2025 Global Military Strength Index, see Nigeria
The United States has retained its position as the world’s most powerful military in the 2025 Global Military Strength Index, published by Global Firepower. Israel and Iran, two key players in the Middle East, were ranked 15th and 16th respectively, highlighting their continued influence in regional military dynamics amid ongoing tensions. Published annually, the GFP […]
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JUST-IN: Gunmen Kill 100, Sack Community In Benue
Armed herders on Saturday launched a brutal overnight attack on Yelewata Community in Guma local government area of Benue State, killing no fewer than 100 people, most of whom were internally displaced persons (IDPs). According to Daily Trust, the attack, which lasted for more than two hours was the third on the community in one […]
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Five persons electrocuted, 13 injured in Gombe – Police
The Police Command in Gombe State, on Saturday, confirmed the electrocution of five persons while 13 others sustained varying degrees of injuries in Tudun-Wadan Pantami community of Gombe Metropolis. DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the Command’s spokesperson who gave the confirmation in a press statement issued in Gombe said that the incident occurred in the early hours […]
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Control of LGs: Appeal Court judgement reignites tension in Osun
The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure has struck out a request by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to relist its appeal against the 2022 Federal High Court judgement that nullified local government elections held in Osun State. The judgement immediately triggered another wave of controversy in the state with both the Peoples Democratic Party […]
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June 12: You were in Malaysia buying, selling – Bwala hits back at Peter Obi
Presidential spokesperson, Daniel Bwala, has called out the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in 2023, Peter Obi, over his recent criticism of the Bola Tinubu administration.  Bwala, the Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, suggested that Peter Obi should have no position on issues of June 12, 1993, since, according to him, […]
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Only 2025-elected LG officials can run Osun councils – Electoral chair
The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission, Hashim Abioye, has said only the chairmen and councillors elected in the February 22, 2025 local government elections can validly exercise management functions over councils in the state. Abioye, reacting to the ongoing dispute over the legitimacy of the 2025 local government elections, said the exercise […]
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Aliko retires from Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc
The chairman of the Board of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Aliko Dangote, has announced his retirement, bringing an end to a 20-year leadership of the company. In a statement released by Company Secretary Temitope Hassan on Wednesday, it was stated that his retirement will take effect from June 16, 2025. Since assuming leadership in 2005, […]
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Only Tinubu can revive Nigeria – Tompolo
The Chairman of Tantita Security Services, Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on Friday threw his weight behind President Bola Tinubu, insisting that he remains the only visionary leader who can revamp the nation’s ailing economy. The Niger Delta ex-warlord also declared a major victory in the fight against oil theft and pipeline vandalism in […]
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Agbakoba explains why Tinubu can’t achieve meaningful economic reform
Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Dr Olisa Agbakoba, has said that President Bola Tinubu cannot achieve any meaningful economic reform with the current political governance structure in the country. Agbakoba stated this on Friday while fielding questions on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme. The senior lawyer suggested that Tinubu should take some of […]
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Fela Kuti makes Grammy history nearly 30 years after death
Nearly three decades after his death, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti has posthumously made history, becoming the first Nigerian artiste inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. The Recording Academy announced that Fela’s politically charged 1976 album Zombie is among the 2025 inductees. The Grammy Hall of Fame, unlike the regular Grammy Awards, honors recordings that are at […]
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EFCC arraigns bank executives over $12m fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Friday, arraigned the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of SunTrust Bank Ltd, Halima Buba, and the Executive Director/Chief Compliance Officer, Innocent Mbagwu, before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja. The duo is standing trial on a six-count charge bordering on money laundering to the tune of […]
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Tinubu to Uncle Sam at 90: You’re an eminent statesman, journalism icon
President Bola Tinubu has showered encomium on the publisher of Vanguard media, Prince Sam Amuka-Pemu, describing him as an elder statesman. Prince Amuka-Pemu, popularly known as Uncle Sam turned 90 years on June 13, 2025. The President in his tribute said: “Today, I celebrate Prince Sam Amuka-Pemu, iconic journalist and publisher of Vanguard newspaper, on […]
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Osun Amotekun operative slumps while preparing for work
The leadership of Osun Amotekun Corps has announced the death of an operative, Sheriff Ogundiran, who reportedly collapsed in his house while preparing for work and was later confirmed dead minutes later. The spokesperson for the corps, Yusuf Idowu, during an interview with The PUNCH, on Thursday, explained that Ogundiran suddenly took ill and could […]
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Last surviving twin rescued by Mary Slessor dies at 115
The last surviving female twin to be rescued by Mary Slessor, a Scottish Missionary in Arochukwu Ancient Kingdom of Abia, over a century ago, Madam Malinda Mgbafor Okereke, otherwise called Mama Nsu Bekee, is dead. A statement issued on behalf of the family by the only surviving son of the deceased, Bishop Okechukwu Okereke, and […]
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Tinubu’s 2025 Democracy Day address 12th June 2025
ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR AT THE JOINT SESSION OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY IN COMMEMORATION OF DEMOCRACY DAY, 2025 THURSDAY, 12TH JUNE 2025 Protocol: With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly; a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. 2. Today, as I entered this […]
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Tinubu arrives N’Assembly
President Bola Tinubu has arrived at the National Assembly to address the parliament on the occasion of the 2025 Democracy Day. June 12 officially became Democracy Day and a national public holiday during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Tinubu, who arrived at the National Assembly Complex at exactly 11:50 am, was accompanied by […]
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2027: Wike teases opposition, Tinubu courts minister for APC
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday openly extended an invitation to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to join the All Progressives Congress, saying the party would gladly welcome him whenever he decides to defect. Speaking at the inauguration of the Arterial Road N16 to Arterial Road N20 and other projects in Katampe […]
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Three siblings, four others dead in Ibadan separate road accidents
Three siblings and four other persons on Wednesday died in a separate road accidents in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. It was gathered while the three siblings were crushed to death along Celica Kukumoda area of Ife/Ibadan expressway by a truck loaded with goods due to brake failure, the other four were confirmed dead in a road […]
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Updated: We’re open to receiving you in APC, Tinubu tells Wike
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday declared that even though the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, Nyesom Wike, is not yet a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), the party is open to receiving him whenever he decides to switch. Tinubu stated this when he commissioned the Arterial Road N16 (Shehu Shagari Way) from […]
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Tinubu cancels national broadcast, to address Nigerians from N’Assembly
President Bola Tinubu has cancelled the previously scheduled nationwide broadcast in commemoration of Nigeria’s 26th Democracy Day anniversary. In a statement on Wednesday, the Director of Information and Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, attributed the change to President Tinubu’s scheduled attendance at a joint session of the National Assembly on Thursday. He added that the president […]
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