Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji on Saturday praised voters for their participation in the state’s governorship election, describing the turnout as a sign of confidence in democracy and good governance. Speaking to reporters after casting his vote at Ward 006, Unit 003 in Ikogosi-Ekiti, Oyebanji said eligible voters turned out early and conducted themselves peacefully...
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Tinubu Approves Final Six-Month Tenure Extension For Customs Boss
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has granted Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi a final six-month extension of tenure. Adeniyi’s current tenure extension was due to expire on Aug. 1, 2026, but the new extension will keep him in office until February 2027. According to a statement from the presidency, the extension is intended to allow Adeniyi...
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Hilda Baci Honoured As Guinness World Records Icon
Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has been recognised as a Guinness World Records Icon. Baci has been honoured for her record-breaking achievements across Africa after her historic cooking marathon captivated millions. Baci first developed her passion for cooking as a child, helping at her mother’s restaurant in Abuja, before studying sociology and exploring careers in...
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Davido, Pro-Government Singer Clash Over School Kidnapping Crisis
A public dispute between Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido and pro-government singer Dauda Kahutu, popularly known as Rarara, has drawn fresh attention to growing concerns over insecurity in Nigeria following the kidnapping of schoolchildren in Oyo State last month. Gunmen abducted at least 46 pupils and teachers from three schools in southwestern Oyo State on May...
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Abia Governor Hails Airline Expansion, Aviation Reforms
Abia State Governor Alex Otti on Thursday praised United Nigeria Airlines for acquiring two Boeing 737-800NG aircraft named after renowned Nigerian author Chinua Achebe and the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe. He described the move as a tribute to excellence and national service. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony in Lagos, Otti commended the...
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Lagos Governor Orders Waste Clearance Across State
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has ordered an immediate scale-up of waste evacuation efforts across the state following a recent build-up of refuse in some communities. Sanwo-Olu said agencies including the Lagos Waste Management Authority, the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency and the Ministry of Environment had deployed additional trucks and personnel to clear waste...
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Diezani Cleared Of Bribery Charges By London Jury
Former Nigerian oil minister Diezani Alison-Madueke was on Wednesday cleared of six bribery-related charges following a lengthy trial in London. This ruling marks a significant setback for British authorities who had pursued corruption allegations against her for more than a decade. Alison-Madueke, who served as Nigeria’s minister of petroleum resources between 2010 and 2015 under...
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Lagos Launches Awareness Against Ebola Threat, Urges Residents To Stay Vigilant
The Lagos State Government has launched a statewide Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) public awareness campaign tagged “Operation Lagos BioShield” to strengthen preparedness and prevent the importation of the deadly disease into the State following ongoing outbreaks in parts of East and Central Africa. In a press statement issued on by Tunbosun Ogunbanwo Director, Public Affairs,...
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Nigeria Military Mourns Retired General Who Died In Captivity, Vows Anti-Terror Fight
Nigeria’s military on Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died while being held captive by his abductors. The military pledged to intensify operations against terrorist and criminal groups across the country. In a statement by Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information the Defence Headquarters said...
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Tinubu Marks Democracy Day With Prosperity-Focused National Message
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu on Friday said the generation that secured democracy after the annulled June 12, 1993 election had fulfilled its historic duty. He added that the current generation must now focus on achieving economic prosperity. Addressing the nation on Democracy Day, Tinubu said Nigeria had sustained 27 consecutive years of civilian rule since...