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Alia urges governors to implement LG autonomy, says Benue proving it works
3+ hour, 53+ min ago (1190+ words) July 8, 2026 by Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja "says policy has reduced burden on government, boosted grassroots development: "warns against politicising insecurity, says relative peace returning as farmers head back to their communities Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, on Wednesday urged…...
Reps urge FG to establish agricultural produce storage facility in Nasarawa community
1+ hour, 10+ min ago (331+ words) July 8, 2026 by Nicholas Kalu, Abuja The House also called on the Ministry to make provision for the project in the 2027 budget estimates. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion sponsored by Hon. Abubakar Sarki Dahiru during plenary. Moving the…...
Tinubu urges Senate to confirm Yuguda as AMCON board chairman
4+ hour, 47+ min ago (246+ words) July 8, 2026 by Sanni Onogu, Abuja The Senate on Wednesday received a request from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu seeking confirmation of the appointment of Mr Lamido Yuguda Abubakar as Chairman of the Board of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON)....
Tinubu urges CSOs to reject harmful foreign influence, put Nigeria first
6+ hour, 22+ min ago (482+ words) July 8, 2026 by Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday urged civil society organisations (CSOs) to place Nigeria's national interest above external influences, warning them against accepting foreign funding capable of undermining the country's sovereignty and development priorities. The…...
Tinubu, Kagame, Mahama honoured as BAHGIA celebrates African leadership in Lagos
8+ hour, 56+ min ago (605+ words) July 8, 2026 by Wale Gbadebo African leaders, public officials and prominent figures were honoured at the inaugural Black African Heritage Global Impact Awards (BAHGIA), held at the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, in recognition of their contributions to leadership, diplomacy and the…...
Oluyole APC members protest, seek recognition of Gbolagade as House of Representatives candidate
9+ hour, 15+ min ago (235+ words) July 8, 2026 by Segun Showunmi, Ibadan The protesters, including Gbolagade, Mr Awo Adeleke, the Iyaloja of Olomi Market, and a retired civil servant, staged a peaceful demonstration at the Oyo APC State Secretariat in Oke-Ado, Ibadan. Carrying placards, they appealed to…...
Tinubu's reforms working, says Ekpemupolo
16+ hour, 20+ min ago (278+ words) July 8, 2026 by Our Reporter The Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo) has urged fellow Nigerians to support the re-election bid of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to enable him solidify ongoing reforms…...
First Lady urges greater investment in tourism, seeks stronger Nigeria-Qatar partnership
12+ hour, 43+ min ago (402+ words) July 8, 2026 by Bolaji Ogundele, Abuja First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called for greater investment in Nigeria's tourism industry. She said the country's rich cultural heritage, diverse attractions, and hospitality hold enormous potential for job creation and economic growth. Mrs. Tinubu…...
Suleja chairman to appointees: be loyal to executives
15+ hour, 51+ min ago (342+ words) July 8, 2026 by Our Reporter Naibi gave the charge during the inauguration of members of the Suleja Local Government Council at the Suleja Town Hall, Dawaki. The event featured the swearing-in of seven Supervisory Councillors, as well as Special Advisers, Special…...
Russian exonerate self from death of Nigeria medical graduate in Ukraine
12+ hour, 44+ min ago (307+ words) July 8, 2026 by Our Reporter Also, the Russian Embassy emphasised that there was no confirmed information on whose actions really caused the death of the student. It said the injury that led to Miss Nnani's death could have been from the…...