Category: Politics
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EFCC plans to arrest me next week — Obaseki
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has stated that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission is planning to arrest him after his tenure ends on November 14. Speaking at the EdoBEST National Results-Sharing Session on Thursday in Abuja, Obaseki revealed he received information about the EFCC’s plan to arrest and detain…
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Lagbaja served Nigeria with honour, says Deputy Senate President
Jibrin Barau The Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau, has mourned the passing of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, who died on Tuesday night at the age of 56. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ismail Mudashir, on Wednesday, Barau praised the late Army Chief’s dedication…
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Ekiti gov approves N1bn for gratuity payment
Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has approved the release of one billion naira as a gratuity to state pensioners. It will be recalled that Oyebanji last month distributed N3.5 billion in gratuity cheques to retirees in the state as part of efforts to offset the backlog of outstanding gratuities.…
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Oyo NLC hails Makinde for approving N80,000 minimum wage
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde The Nigeria Labour Congress, Oyo State chapter, has applauded Governor Seyi Makinde’s decision to approve a new minimum wage of N80,000 for state workers, describing it as a progressive move for the welfare of the workforce. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Oyo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun…
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JUST IN: Tinubu to swear in new ministers Monday, says Onanuga
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu President Bola Tinubu will on Monday, November 4, 2024, swear in seven new ministers into his cabinet at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, revealed this on Sunday via his X handle. Onanuga said, “President Bola Tinubu will…
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APC will face judgement from Nigerians in 2027 – Makinde
Makinde criticised the APC, saying the ruling party has failed to deliver on its promises to Nigerians woefully. Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has said the 2027 general elections will be an encounter between the Nigerian populace and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Makinde made this known during the…
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‘Politics, Church must be dismantled’ – Peter Obi
Nonetheless, Obi’s stance reflects his belief that rethinking Nigeria’s approach to religion and politics is crucial to building a more productive society. Peter Obi Speaking on the snippet of the Honest Bunch podcast released on Saturday, November 2, Obi argued for shifting the focus from night vigils to night shifts, urging Nigerians to prioritise productivity. “It’s…
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Rivers Allocation: Tinubu accused of plot to remove Governor Fubarat
Caution has been raised that any attempt to destabilise Rivers State would be met with fierce resistance from its people Sim Fubara and President Bola Tinubu. Comrade Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has accused President Bola Tinubu of orchestrating a plot to remove Rivers State Governor Siminalayi…
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Tinubu moves to cut cost, limits ministers to 3-vehicle convoy
Tinubu said no minister or head of agencies will be assigned additional vehicles in the course of discharging their official assignments. Bola-Ahmed-Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has embarked on a quest to cut the cost of governance by restricting all ministers, ministers of state, and Heads of Agencies of the Federal Government to a maximum of…
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‘No ethnic group is guilt-free’: Obasanjo defends Igbo presidency rights
Obasanjo’s remarks come as debates surrounding national unity and political inclusivity continue to dominate Nigeria’s political landscape. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has voiced his strong opposition to the exclusion of Igbo candidates from Nigeria’s presidency due to the region’s past attempts at secession, calling it “unfair.” He made the comments during…