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Tinubu Leaves For France In Maiden Trip on New Presidential Jet

Nigeria's new Airbus A330 presidential jet replaces the Boeing B737-700 procured by Obasanjo in 2005.

1 month ago

St. Patrick’s Asaba Old Boys Congratulate Azinge on Election as 14th Asagba 

St. Patrick’s College Old Boys Association has congratulated Azinge on his election as 14th Asagba of Asaba, celebrating his achievement.

1 month ago

Supreme Court Reserves Judgment in Ajaka’s Appeal Againstt Kogi Guber Election Result 

The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in SDP’s Muritala Ajaka’s appeal against Kogi election results, with a decision pending.

1 month ago

Tinubu Wants ECOWAS Countries To Urgently Ratify and Fully Implement Anti-Corruption Protocol

Tinubu says he's strengthened Nigeria's anti-corruption agencies through adequate funding and non-interference in their activities.

1 month ago

Akpakomiza: A Joke Taken Too Far – Opinion

A political farce of unprecedented proportions is unfolding in Edo State, says Lawrence Erewele.

1 month ago

British Tycoon Mike Lynch Among Six Missing After Luxury Yacht Sinks Off Sicily Coast

British tycoon Mike Lynch is among six missing after a luxury yacht sank off Sicily’s coast during a storm.

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Falana Threatens Legal Action Over Senators’ ‘Illegal and Contemptuous’ N21m Monthly Allowances 

Falana has described Senators’ N21 million allowances as unconstitutional, urging National Assembly to respect court’s ruling or face legal action.

1 month ago

Isese Day: Lagos Declares Tuesday Public Holiday for Traditional Religious Festival 

Governor Sanwo-Olu has declared Tuesday August 20 as a work-free day in Lagos to mark Isese Day celebrations.

1 month ago

House of Reps Urges Swift Security Intervention Following Abduction of 20 Medical Students in Benue

House of Reps has urged security agencies to act swiftly following the abduction of 20 medical students in Benue State.

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NNPC Declares Record ₦3.3trn Profit, Targets 2m Barrels Daily Oil Production By December 

NNPC has announced its highest profit ever at ₦3.3trn, also announcing plans to produce 2 million bpd by December 2024.

1 month ago

Tinubu Approves NNPC’s Request to Use 2023 Dividends for Petrol Subsidy Payments, Report Says

Tinubu has approved NNPC's 2023 final dividends for petrol subsidy, affecting tax and royalty remittances to the federation.

1 month ago

Obasanjo Praises Niger Governor Bago’s Agric Programme, Likens It to His Operation Feed the Nation

Former President Obasanjo has lauded Niger’s Governor Bago’s agricultural programme, urging other governors to follow Niger’s lead in agricultural development.

1 month ago

‘Fake, Malicious’: Ganduje Disowns 2027 Presidential Ambition Rumours, Blames Mischief-Makers

Ganduje has described the posters expressing a bid for 2027 presidency as "entirely false and malicious," attributing them to mischief-makers.

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Chinese, Philippine Coast Guard Ships Collide in South China Sea

Chinese and Philippine coast guard ships have collided near Sabina Shoal, escalating tensions in the disputed South China Sea.

1 month ago

Democratic National Convention Faces Potential Disruptions Amid Gaza Protests

Gaza protests are threatening to overshadow the Democratic National Convention, challenging the unity of Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign.

1 month ago

Philippines Detects New Mpox Case, Awaiting Strain Determination Amid Global Concerns

The Philippines has reported a new mpox case, first since December, with authorities awaiting test results for strain determination.

1 month ago

NECA Warns Nigeria’s Debt Crisis Will Deter Investors, Urges Government to Curb Borrowing

NECA President Ifeanyi Okoye has raised concerns over Nigeria's rising debt, warning it could drive away investors, worsen economic challenges.

1 month ago

Tinubu, Shettima, Ganduje Set To Host Youth Summit At Presidential Villa

President Tinubu, VP Kashim Shettima will host the Progressive Young Leaders Summit 2024 at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

1 month ago

Northern Leaders Urge Goodluck Jonathan to Run for 2027 Presidency Amid Discontent With Tinubu Administration

Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed stated that he would not contest for the 2027 presidency if Goodluck Jonathan decides to run.

1 month ago

Rural Electrification Agency Commissions Solar Hybrid Mini-Grid In Abuja Community After 100 Years Of Darkness

Rafinzurfi Community in Abuja has received electricity for the first time in 100 years from a solar hybrid mini-grid.

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