22 April 2025
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Zamfara state House of Assembly reinstates suspended member

Edith Uguru

The Zamfara State House of Assembly has reinstated the suspended Member representing Talata Mafara North Constituency, Shamsudeen Hassan Basko, following the submission and acceptance of his written letter of apology to the House. In a statement issued by press secretary of Zamfara state House of Assembly Bello Madaro, the Speaker of the House Bilyaminu Ismail Moriki, while reading the contents of the apology letter during plenary, sought the collective consent of Members who unanimously resolved in favour of lifting the suspension placed on Basko. The Speaker emphasized that the House remains open to receiving similar expressions of contrition from the…

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SHETTIMA UNVEILS 2.5 MILLION JOBS PROGRAMME, CALLS ON NIGERIANS TO HARNESS LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES

Rashida Usman

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday officially launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), a major federal initiative designed to create 2.5 million sustainable jobs across Nigeria’s economic landscape. Developed by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, LEEP is anchored on six strategic pillars aimed at addressing youth unemployment while positioning Nigeria as a dynamic player in the global digital economy. Describing the launch as a “season of opportunity,” Shettima emphasized the urgency of equipping Nigerians—especially the youth—with the skills required for the rapidly evolving global workforce, shaped by technological innovation and digital platforms. “This is a call…

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PDP Accuses Sokoto APC-Led Government of Mismanaging Local Council Funds

Wendy R.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State has raised serious concerns over the management of local government funds by the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration, citing growing financial difficulties at the grassroots level. Speaking during a strategic meeting with party executives across state, zonal, and local levels at the PDP secretariat, the party’s state chairman, Hon. Bello Aliyu Goronyo, emphasized the urgent need for transparency and accountability in the disbursement and utilization of local council funds. Goronyo alleged that numerous local government councils are grappling with financial constraints, which he linked to poor governance practices under the current state…

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Presidency Denounces 2027 Campaign Billboards, Cites Electoral Law Violation

Wendy R.

The Presidency has firmly disassociated itself from a growing wave of premature campaign billboards surfacing in parts of the country, promoting a 2027 re-election bid for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the government expressed concern over unauthorized political advertisements bearing the images of the President and First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, prominently displayed in cities such as Abuja and Kano. While acknowledging and appreciating the loyalty and enthusiasm of supporters nationwide, the Presidency emphasized that neither President Tinubu…

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Video 👉👉👉Nigeria Renaissance Group Clears Kogi Governor Adodo of Alleged N13.4bn Misappropriation After Fresh Findings

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“Gentlemen of the press of the press, with regards to my February press briefing about Kogi State Government and the sum of 13.4 billion Naira misappropriation, where we demanded under the Nigeria Renaissance Group, where we demanded that the governor should refund the money, we’ve gotten more information about the financial dealing of the state, which contracted the information we had as of then in February.”

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Civil Society Group Retracts 13.4 Billion Naira Allegation Against Kogi Governor

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A Civil Society Group, Nigeria Renaissance Groups has cleared ­Governor Usman Adodo of the alleged financial misappropriation after further investigations. The Convener of the Group, Comrade Usman Okai Austin gave the indication during a news conference in Abuja. He explained that the Group received more revealing information which indicated that instead of the alleged thirteen point four billion Naira, only three billion Naira was allocated to the local government. “Gentlemen of the press of the press, with regards to my February press briefing about Kogi State Government and the sum of 13.4 billion Naira misappropriation, where we demanded under the…

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Natasha Osawaru Ousted Amid Political Shake-Up, 2Face Engagement Spotlight

Wendy R.

In a significant political realignment within the Edo State House of Assembly, Natasha Osawaru, the lawmaker representing Egor Constituency and a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has been removed from her position as Minority Leader. The ouster comes amid a dramatic shift in party dynamics following the defection of four PDP legislators to the All Progressives Congress (APC), handing the latter a majority in the chamber. Osawaru, who has been under public scrutiny following her widely publicized relationship with music icon 2Face Idibia, was removed alongside Charity Aiguobarueghian, the former Majority Leader, and Yekini Idaiye, who served as…

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Soludo Commissions 5.2 KM Boulevard, Promises More Infrastructure in Anambra, Nigeria

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…Soludo Renames Key Airport Road to Honour Predecessor Willie Obiano Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has commissioned a 5.2-kilometre dual carriageway leading to the Chinua Achebe International Airport in Umueri, now officially named Willie Obiano Boulevard, in honour of the immediate past governor. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor Soludo said the road was renamed to recognize Chief Obiano’s contributions to the development of Anambra State. He also announced plans to honour other former governors in future infrastructure projects. Governor, Lawmakers Inspect Legacy Projects Across Awka Capital Territor Reaffirming his administration’s “One State, One People, One Agenda” vision, the…

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Soludo Clinches APGA Ticket for Second Term, Receives Overwhelming Delegate Support

Wendy R.

Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has officially secured the gubernatorial ticket of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) ahead of the November 8, 2025, election in Anambra State. Soludo emerged as the party’s consensus candidate following a unanimous voice vote from 3,168 accredited delegates representing all 326 wards across the state. Out of a total of 3,175 accredited delegates, 3,172 votes were cast, with 3,168 in favor of the governor and only four votes declared invalid. Delegates from all 21 local government areas also confirmed the outcome through a reinforcing voice vote, cementing Soludo’s position as the party’s flagbearer. In his…

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Edo PDP Rejects Tribunal Ruling, Vows to Challenge Verdict in Court

Wendy R.

The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the ruling of the Edo State Election Petition Tribunal, which upheld the results of the September 21, 2024, governorship election. In a statement signed by the party’s state publicity secretary, Mr. Chris Nehikhare, and made available to Radio Nigeria, the PDP reiterated its respect for the judiciary but expressed strong disagreement with the tribunal’s decision. According to the statement, the party firmly believes that its candidate, Mr. Asuerinme Ighodalo, secured the majority of votes and that this was convincingly demonstrated before the tribunal. “As a political party, we…

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