30 March 2025
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NNPP Suspends Senator Kawu Sumaila Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

Wendy R.

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has suspended Senator Kawu Sumaila, who represents Kano South Senatorial District, over allegations of anti-party activities and ties to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje. Sumaila’s suspension, announced by the NNPP leadership in Kano State on Sunday, also affects three other party members—Ali Madakin Gini, Sani Abdullahi Rogo, and Kabiru Alhassan Rurum. Addressing journalists in Kano, NNPP’s state chairman, Hashimu Dungurawa, accused the suspended members of violating party principles by engaging in activities that contradict the party’s ideology. “These individuals were elected under the NNPP platform but have chosen…

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Aiyedatiwa Sworn in as Ondo Governor, Begins Four-Year Term

Wendy R.

Lucky Aiyedatiwa has officially assumed office as the Governor of Ondo State, marking the beginning of his first full four-year term following the passing of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu in December 2023. The inauguration took place on Monday at the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure, the state capital, two months after Aiyedatiwa secured victory in the governorship election under the All Progressives Congress (APC). His running mate, Olayide Adelami, was also sworn in before Aiyedatiwa took the oath of office as Ondo State’s seventh governor. Following the ceremony, Aiyedatiwa rode in an open-top vehicle, waving to an enthusiastic crowd…

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Osun LG Elections: PDP Wins All 30 Chairmanship, Councillorship Seats

Wendy R.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has secured a landslide victory, winning all 30 local government chairmanship and councillorship seats in Osun State during the local government elections held on February 22, 2025. Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, officially announced the results on Saturday. The election proceeded despite strong opposition from the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, and the Nigeria Police, who had both urged its suspension. The AGF cited a February 10 ruling by the Court of Appeal, Akure Division, which nullified an earlier Federal High Court judgment that had removed…

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Ginger Onwusibe Denies Binance Allegations, Describes them As Malicious, Defamatory

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Ginger Onwusibe Denies Binance Allegations, Describes them As Malicious, Defamatory The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Financial Crimes and lawmaker representing Isiala Ngwa North South/Isiala Ngwa North Federal Constituency, Mr. Ginger Obinna Onwusibe has denied allegations that bribes were demanded from Binance and its officers by the Committee describing them as malicious and defamatory. Mr. Onwusibe also denied any coordination with congregational investigation and the Office of the National Security Adviser. The lawmaker stated these in a statement titled: LIMITED REACTION TO FALSE, MALICIOUS AND DEFAMATORY PUBLICATIONS AGAINST ME BY TIGRAN GAMBARYAN OF BINANCE and made available to newsmen…

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Golden Jubilee: Celebrating Tein Jack-Rich’s Life of Purpose and Impact

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By Gambo Jagindi Today marks a significant milestone in the life of Tein Jack-Rich, A former presidential aspirant, businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, as he celebrates his 50th birthday. This golden jubilee is a testament to his remarkable journey, marked by outstanding achievements, selfless philanthropy, and an unwavering commitment to making a positive impact. “Tein Jack-Rich’s life is a testament to the power of resilience, faith, and determination. Born on January 28, 1975, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, he hails from the humble family of Elder and Mrs. Teinbo S. Jack-Rich, of the Kalabari extraction of the Niger Delta. Tragedy…

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President Tinubu Advocates Unity as Key to Nigeria’s Progress

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President Bola Tinubu has emphasized that unity is essential for national progress, urging Nigerian leaders to draw inspiration from the natural confluence of the River Niger and River Benue in Lokoja, Kogi State. Speaking at the Kogi Dialogue, an event marking Governor Ahmed Ododo’s first year in office, the President, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, described the rivers’ confluence as a metaphor for the collective strength needed to address Nigeria’s challenges and foster prosperity. “Just as water merging with water becomes stronger, so must we as leaders and citizens merge our efforts to build a united and prosperous Nigeria,”…

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Jeremiah Useni Dies at 81: President Tinubu Mourns Former FCT Minister and Plateau Leader

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President Bola Tinubu has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Plateau State following the death of Lieutenant-General Jeremiah Timbut Useni, a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 81. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President also extended sympathies to the family, friends, military colleagues, and political associates of the late general. Useni was celebrated as a statesman whose contributions spanned military service, governance, and politics. Highlighting Useni’s illustrious career, President Tinubu noted his courage and commitment…

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A Champion of the People: Hon. Daniel Amos Shatters Records: Surpasses Predecessor’s Achievements in Just Two Years

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By Gambo Jagindi Call him a child of destiny, a humanitarian, or a pillar of the masses, and you wouldn’t be far from the truth. Honorable Daniel Amos, representing Jema’a/Sanga Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has revolutionized the lives of countless citizens in his constituency and community . Rising from a remote village of Kogum Dutse in Jema,a Local government area of Kaduna State with no motorable road, Amos has defied the odds to become a beacon of hope for his people. In a remarkable display of determination and leadership, he has single-handedly facilitated the construction of a…

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President Tinubu Appoints Leaders for Federal Organizations: Full List of Chairpersons and Key Directives

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed board chairpersons for 42 federal organisations and a secretary to the board of the Civil Defence, Immigration, and Prisons Services. The President has also appointed a new managing director for the Nigerian Railway Corporation and a director-general for the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI). President Tinubu directs the board chairpersons not to interfere with the management of the organisations, emphasising that their positions are non-executive. This is contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga According to the statement, all the appointments take…

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