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Labour Party Denies Zoning 2027 Presidency to South East

By Chinedu Echianu The leadership of the Labour Party has denied the news making the rounds that it has zoned the 2027 presidential ticket to the South East, adding that the party has not and will not zone any of its positions to any geographical zone or individual. The position of the Labour Party came barely fourty eight hours after a comment credited to the National Chairman of the Party, Julius Abure in which he stated that the Labour Party […]

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Senator Lalong Urges Christian Pilgrims to be Good Ambassadors

By Chinedu Echianu Senator Simon Lalong, leader of the 7th batch of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission 2024 Main pilgrimage exercise, has urged Christian pilgrims to be good ambassadors of Nigeria and Plateau State while in the holy land. A statement signed by the Deputy Director and Head, Media and Public Relations at the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) Celestine Toruka said Senator Lalong made the call while speaking during the airlift of the 7th batch of intending Christian pilgrims […]

February 16, 2025 15

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National Assembly

IPU Appoints Deputy Speaker, Kalu into WTO”s Steering Committee

Oluwakemi Kindness Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has been invited to join the Steering Committee of the Parliamentary Conference on the World Trade Organization (PCWTO), a significant development that will enable Nigeria to benefit from African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTA) global trade policies and boost trade across Africa. The invitation contained in a letter dated February 12, 2025 and addressed to the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and the Speaker of the House […]

February 15, 2025 13 3 4

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FCT Minister Expresses Satisfaction with A2-Pai, Pai-Gomani Road Projects

By Sofiat Adenekan The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed satisfaction over the progress of the 30.4-kilometer A2-Pai and Pai-Gomani road projects in Kwali Area Council. Wike made the remarks during an inspection tour of the road projects on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The Minister commended the contractors, particularly Zeberced, for the quality of work on the A2-Pai section, expressing confidence in their ability to deliver the project on schedule. He reiterated the FCT Administration's commitment […]

February 15, 2025 7

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National Assembly

House Says Binance Bribery Allegations Is Against Members Not Institution

Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives on Saturday urged the public to rely on verified facts and not be misled by recycled claims aimed at discrediting it and public officials. The call follows it concern over bribery allegations made by a Binance official against some members of the 10th House who allegedly demanding a bribe of $150m from him. The House in a statement by it spokesperson, Akin Rotimi Jnr. said it remains steadfast in its commitment to transparency, accountability, […]

February 15, 2025 13 2 3

General

Adebanjo: End of An Era – Akpabio

By Anayo Akwitti President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio has described as the end of an era, the demise of Afenifere Leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo Akpabio in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen said he received with profound sadness the news of the passing of Pa Ayo Adebanjo, a renowned leader and elder statesman. According to Akpabio, "Pa Adebanjo's glorious exit at the age of 96 marks the end of an era, and as a people, […]

February 15, 2025 5

Economy

No To Global Taxation :Senator Jimoh Ibrahim Tells United Nations Global Parliament In New York.

By Anayo Akwitti The Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District has informed the United Nations that proposing a global tax to fund the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is inappropriate and unacceptable, as the international system is anarchic and lacks the authority to comply. He further asserts that there is no comprehensive international system in place. He made this statement during the interparliamentary opening session in New York yesterday. According to Senator Ibrahim, global taxes will further exacerbate inequality within the […]

February 15, 2025 7

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Wike Reaffirms Commitment to Contractor Accountability as FCT Projects Progress

By Sofiat Adenekan The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has reiterated the government's commitment to holding contractors accountable for the timely and high-quality execution of critical infrastructure projects in Abuja. Speaking on Friday after inspecting ongoing road construction projects, Wike expressed satisfaction with the pace of work and reassured residents that the projects would enhance connectivity and boost economic growth in the FCT. Major Road Projects Nearing Completion During the inspection, Wike visited the […]

February 15, 2025 9

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Security

NCS Reiterates Commitment to National Security, hands over Seized Arms to NCCSALW

Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has handed over 1,599 assorted arms and 2,298 live cartridges to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW). The arms, seized in 2018 in three containers at the Tin Can Island Port, were formally handed over to the NCCSALW at the headquarters of the Federal Operations Unit, Zone 'A', Ikeja, Lagos. According to a statement by the Customs Spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale […]

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