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INEC gives reasons for appealing court judgments on 2027 election timetable
Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, SAN, has explained why the Commission filed appeals against two recent Federal High Court judgments that questioned aspects of its Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Election, stating that the absence of coordinated electoral timelines would create uncertainty and undermine the…
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Tinubu Hails Modi as India’s Longest-Serving Elected Prime Minister, Celebrates Strong Nigeria-India Ties
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in India’s history, describing the feat as a reflection of the confidence and trust reposed in him by the Indian people. In a congratulatory message issued on Monday, President Tinubu said the historic achievement underscored Modi’s enduring…
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Thousands Of Protesters Block Road To World Cup Stadium
A protest blocked an avenue leading to Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium for hours on Tuesday, just days before the 2026 World Cup kicks off at the venue. As football fans flood into tournament, co-hosted by the United States and Canada, Mexico is grappling with chaotic teacher protests in its capital. Thousands took part in Tuesday’s…
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Peter Obi Faults Tinubu’s Borrowing Trend, Seeks Transparency on Nigeria’s Rising Debt
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu over what he described as excessive borrowing and a lack of transparency in the management of public funds, warning that Nigeria’s growing debt profile poses serious concerns for the country’s economic future. In a statement posted on his official X…
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Nigeria Is Bleeding Profusely’ — Kwankwaso Slams Worsening Security Crisis
Former Kano State Governor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed deep concern over the worsening security situation across Nigeria, warning that the country is facing a dangerous escalation of violence and criminality. Kwankwaso said the growing incidents of banditry, terrorism, kidnapping, communal clashes, and armed robbery across several states have left millions of Nigerians living…
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Pope Leo XIV tours Real Madrid trophy room
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez received Pope Leo XIV at the Santiago Bernabéu’s prestigious trophy room in a special private visit. The high-profile meeting saw the Pope being given a personal tour of the club’s glittering collection of silverware, including multiple Champions League trophies, La Liga titles, and other historic honours. The visit highlights the…
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ICYMI: Tax Ombud launches website, call centre, and case management portal to enhance taxpayer services
The Office of the Tax Ombud has launched a new digital Call Centre Portal and an integrated Case Management System aimed at improving taxpayer engagement and accelerating the resolution of complaints. Chief Press Secretary to the Tax Ombud, Chukwudi Achife, announced this in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja. Achife said the initiative forms…
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Tinubu establishes task force on Ebola; approves N10bn for emergency preparedness
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of a Presidential Task Force on Ebola Virus Disease Preparedness and Emerging Public Health Threats and ordered the immediate release of N10 billion as emergency intervention funding. The presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, announced this in a statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday in Abuja. Onanuga said the…
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EFCC Quizzes Banker, Bureau De Change Operator for Alleged $2.5 million Fraud
Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have quizzing the duo of Abdulkadir Muhammed Usman, a bureau de change operator and a banker, Masa Olumense, for alleged money laundering and making and receiving cash payment in excess of the stipulated threshold for individuals. The duo were alleged to have…
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Tinubu mourns Emir of Ngazargamu Alhaji Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of His Royal Highness, Ahmad Tijjani Ibn Saleh, the Emir of Ngazargamu in Yobe State. In a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu describes the late monarch as a father, mentor, and respected custodian of…