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White House Proposes $1 Billion Arms Package for Israel Amid Gaza Conflict 

White House sought approval for $1bn arms package, including tank rounds, mortars, and armored vehicles to Israel, amid Gaza conflict.

5 months ago

Women Affairs Minister Petitions Niger Speaker Over Proposed Mass Wedding For 100 Girls In The State

“We are duty-bound to uphold the Child's Right Act and ensure the welfare and future of these girls." said Kennedy-Ohanenye

5 months ago

LCCI President Urges Caution in Implementation of Laws To Avoid Unintended Consequences Amid Cybercrime Levy Suspension

LCCI President Idahosa stressed FIRS' role in government revenue generation, urging unified action to bolster its capacity for efficient service…

5 months ago

Speculation Rife as Peter Obi Holds Meetings with Atiku, Sule Lamido in Abuja

Details of Obi's discussions with Atiku and Lamido are undisclosed, leaving room for speculation within political circles.

5 months ago

Kunle Adegoke: Fubara Moving House of Assembly Sitting To Government House Unconstitutional

Kunle Adegoke (SAN) criticised Governor Fubara's decision to relocate Rivers House of Assembly sitting, citing a breach of constitutional norms.

5 months ago

Peter Obi Holds Meetings with Atiku Abubakar, Sule Lamido

Details of Obi's discussions with Atiku and Lamido are undisclosed, leaving room for speculation within political circles.

5 months ago

15 Dead as Russian Apartment Block Collapses in Ukrainian Missile Strike 

President Putin denounced "barbaric" attack as Russian apartment building crumbled, leaving 15 dead in onslaught attributed to Ukrainian missile strike.

5 months ago

Lagos Government’s Demolition Approach is Inhumane, Says Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour

“The way and manner with which this demolition was carried out shows a lot of inhumanity," says Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour.

5 months ago

Obaigbena To African Leaders: Tackle Poverty, Encourage Democracy, Restore Continent’s Dignity, Eliminate Visa Barriers 

THISDAY-ARISE Group Chairman Nduka Obaigbena has urged all sit-tight leaders in Africa to retire: "We'll use media to change Africa."

5 months ago

ARISE News Business Anchor Boason Omofaye Receives AFREXIM Award for Excellence in African Regional Integration Journalism

Business Anchor Omofaye has been honoured for elevating journalism standards and driving African development and economic transformation through insightful reporting.

5 months ago

Inko-Tariah: Sentimental Politics, Reason For Fubara’s Impeachment Threats

Wike's former adviser Inko-Tariah has defended Governor Fubara, attributing impeachment threats against him to sentimental politics and questioning their validity.

5 months ago

Boeing Skids Off Runway During Take-off in Senegal, 11 Injured

Dakar Airport operations have been temporarily halted as Boeing 737-300 veered off the runway during take-off in Senegal, injuring 11.

5 months ago

Saudi Authorities Sanction Lethal Force To Clear Land For Futuristic City 

Former intelligence officer Alenezi has revealed lethal force approval for Saudi's Neom eco-project, adding that one villager got shot while…

5 months ago

Former Aviation Minister Sirika, Daughter, Plead Not Guilty to N2.7bn Fraud Charges, Granted N100m Bail Each

Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika has been charged with awarding illegal construction contracts to family-owned companies.

5 months ago

Nigerian Government Vows Completion of Abuja-Kaduna-Katsina-Kano Highway In Record Time

Works Minister Umahi says President Tinubu has instructed him to ensure the completion of Abuja-Kaduna-Katsina-Kano Highway within twelve months.

5 months ago

Cybercrime Levy Imposed by CBN Simply a Tax To Fund Parastatals, Says Financial Analyst Obi-Chukwu

Financial Analyst Obi-Chukwu emphasised forex's crucial role in shaping the naira's path, urging swift action to strengthen reserves and attract…

5 months ago

Rivers Lawmakers Can’t Impeach Governor Fubara By Virtue Of The Law, Says Sara-Igbe

South-South Leadership Forum Coordinator Sara-Igbe says Rivers lawmakers are impostors in the eyes of the law.

5 months ago

Nigeria’s Cybersecurity Levy, Burden On Dying Economy, Says Peter Obi

Peter Obi says the new CBN cybersecurity levy will drive citizens deeper into poverty while undermining country's economic competitiveness.

5 months ago

Climate Change: Nigeria Should Reduce Emissions, Harness the Sun to Make Citizens’ Lives Better, Says German State Secretary Morgan

German State Secretary Morgan urged global cooperation and investments to aid countries like Nigeria in transitioning to renewable energy.

5 months ago

Biden Halts Shipment of Offensive Weapons to Israel Amid Concerns Over Rafah Invasion

US has halted arms shipment to Israel amid fears of Gaza ground operation, citing concerns for humanitarian needs in Rafah.

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