Category: News
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PDP BOARD OF TRUSTEES BACKS TURAKI-LED NATIONAL WORKING COMMITTEE AFTER IBADAN CONVENTION
The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), headed by Senator Adolphus Wabara, has reaffirmed its support for the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) elected at the party’s National Convention in Ibadan. Wabara declared the convention compliant with the party’s constitution, guidelines, the Electoral Act, and all relevant laws, reflecting…
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LAGOS CALLS ON YOUTH TO REVITALIZE BRICKLAYING INDUSTRY AND UPHOLD PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
The Lagos State Government has issued a rallying call to its youth to actively participate in the construction sector, emphasizing that many bricklayers are now in their sixties. During the closing of the 2025 Bricklayers Week, Lagos Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji Ogunlende, praised the older bricklayers for laying a strong foundation…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU CONGRATULATES GOODLUCK JONATHAN ON 68TH BIRTHDAY, PRAISES STATESMANSHIP
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to former President Goodluck Jonathan on his 68th birthday, celebrating his enduring statesmanship and contributions to Nigeria’s democracy. The congratulatory message, released by Presidential Spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, acknowledges Jonathan’s pivotal role in nation-building and his diplomatic efforts advancing democratic values across Africa. Tinubu highlighted Jonathan’s humility and historic…
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IPOB LEADER NAMNDI KANU CHALLENGES JUDGMENT DAY AT FEDERAL HIGH COURT
At the Federal High Court in Abuja, IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu interrupted proceedings as Justice James Omotosho was about to deliver judgment in his terrorism trial. Standing up, Kanu declared, “My lord there is no judgment today because we have joined issues in the matter,” challenging the court’s move. The judge reminded him of courtroom…
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FEDERAL HIGH COURT ORDERS JUDGMENT IN NAMNDI KANU TERRORISM TRIAL TO PROCEED IN HIS ABSENCE
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered that the judgment in the terrorism trial of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu be delivered without him present. Justice James Omotosho cited Section 266(1)(a) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015 to justify proceeding despite Kanu’s absence. The judge noted Kanu’s disruptive courtroom behavior and said,…
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GERMAN CHANCELLOR MERZ FACES BACKLASH FOR BELÉM REMARKS, URGED TO APOLOGIZE
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has sparked outrage after making disparaging comments about Belém, host city of the UN Climate Conference in Brazil. After attending COP30, Merz told journalists none wanted to stay in Belém, calling Germany “one of the most beautiful countries” and implying Belém lacked appeal. His remarks drew sharp criticism from Brazilian President…
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NHRC CALLS FOR URGENT ACTION AFTER KEBBI SCHOOLGIRLS KIDNAPPING
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued a stern warning to the Nigerian government to act swiftly and arrest those behind the recent mass kidnapping of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi. Dr. Tony Ojukwu, NHRC’s Executive Secretary, condemned the attack and emphasized the rising trend of violence that threatens the country’s security and the right…
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KADUNA MAN CANED 15 TIMES FOR STEALING PHONES IN CHURCH
A Kaduna Chief Magistrates’ Court on Thursday sentenced Kingsley Timothy, 23, to 15 strokes of the cane for stealing two phones valued at N650,000 from a church. Kingsley, from Narayi, pleaded guilty to theft and begged for leniency. Magistrate Ibrahim Emmanuel warned Kingsley to desist from crime, saying the court would be less lenient if…
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ICTN TO SAVE NIGERIA N900 BILLION ANNUALLY, BOOST PORT EFFICIENCY—SEREC
The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) reveals that fully implementing the International Cargo Tracking Note (ICTN) could save Nigeria an estimated N900 billion yearly by plugging revenue leakages. Dr. Eugene Nweke, SEREC’s Head of Research, shared these insights in Abuja, highlighting that ICTN could cut cargo clearance times by 25-35% and reduce trade malpractices…

