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Saraki: Cornelius Adebayo was a patriot who helped nurture the democracy 

Awwal Owolabi 8 October 2025 0

Bukola Saraki, former senate president, has paid tribute to the late Cornelius Adebayo, describing him as a patriot and statesman. Saraki made the statement at a night of tributes and service of songs held in Abuja on Tuesday in honour of the former governor of Kwara State. He mentioned that

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Supreme Court reserves judgment in Osun LG funds case

Andrew Orolua 8 October 2025 0

The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in a suit filed by the Osun State government seeking to stop the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) from releasing withheld local government funds to All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen. A seven-man panel led by Justice Uwani Aba’aji took arguments from Musbau Adetumbi, SAN, for the Osun government, […]

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Minister Geoffrey Nnaji resigns amid certificate forgery allegations

Promise Eze 7 October 2025 0

Geoffrey Nnaji, the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, has resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet following allegations of certificate forgery and questions about his academic qualifications. Nnaji, appointed in August 2023, confirmed his resignation in a letter to the President on Tuesday. “I thank you for the opportunity to serve Nigeria,” he wrote,

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Rainfed wheat to boost production, cut import bills – Agric minister

Tunde Opalana 7 October 2025 0

Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, has said that climate-resilient rainfed wheat varieties will transform Nigeria’s food system, increase production, reduce import costs, and improve farmers’ incomes. Speaking at the Second National Rainfed Wheat Farmers’ Field Day in Kuru, Plateau State, Kyari described the breakthrough as “nothing short of

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No state has backpedaled on power reforms, says FOCPEN

our reporters 7 October 2025 0

The Forum of Commissioners for Power and Energy (FOCPEN) has dismissed reports suggesting that some states have reversed their commitment to electricity market reforms due to tariff and debt concerns. In a statement signed by Chairman Prince Eka Williams, Commissioner of Power and Renewable Energy, Cross River State, and Acting Secretary Engr. Mohammed Ihiezue

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PANDEF Tasks FG on Infrastructure, Commends Stakeholders for Restoring Democracy in Rivers

Tunde Opalana 7 October 2025 0

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has urged the Federal Government to prioritise infrastructure development in the South-South, lamenting the state of roads, rail, and ports in the region. In a communiqué issued after its enlarged National Executive Committee meeting in Benin, Edo State, PANDEF decried the collapse of major federal roads, including the East-West […]

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Retired Air Vice Marshal dies onboard British Airways flight

Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo 7 October 2025 0

A retired Nigerian Air Vice Marshal has died onboard a British Airways flight bound for Abuja despite frantic efforts by the crew to save him. The incident forced the flight, which departed London Heathrow at 11 pm on Sunday, October 5, to divert to El Prat Airport in Barcelona. The aircraft had been scheduled to […]

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Abuja Estate Feud: FCDA, FCT Minister’s Delay Stalls River Park Case

Andrew Orolua 7 October 2025 0

The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Jikwoyi-Kurudu has adjourned hearing in the dispute over River Park Estate to November 5, 2025, following the failure of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and the FCT Minister to file their reply processes. Justice Mohammed Zubairu had earlier granted leave for a judicial review of […]

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Tinubu returns to Abuja after 10-day working visit to Lagos

our reporters 7 October 2025 0

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja after a 10-day working visit to Lagos. Tinubu arrived in Lagos on September 26 after attending the coronation of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, in Ibadan. During his stay, he met with top investors including Bayo Ogunlesi, Chief Executive Officer of Global Infrastructure Partners, […]

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ABAN turns 10, sets Lagos agenda to scale local investment in startups

Vincent Afolabi 7 October 2025 0

The Africa Business Angel Network (ABAN) will celebrate its 10th anniversary with the ABAN Annual Congress 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria, from 17 to 18 October, focusing on unlocking more African and diaspora capital for early-stage ventures. The two-day meeting, themed “Accelerating Local Capital Participation,” will bring together early-stage investors, policymakers,

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Bagudu projects inflation to fall to 14.21% by 2026

Awwal Owolabi 7 October 2025 0

Atiku Bagudu, minister of budget and economic planning, says Nigeria’s inflation rate is expected to ease to 15.75 percent in 2025 and further to 14.21 percent in 2026. Bagudu spoke on Monday at the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit (NES) organised by the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) in Abuja. The minister said inflation could drop […]

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NUPENG declares Oshiomhole persona non grata over remarks on PENGASSAN strike

Awwal Owolabi 7 October 2025 0

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) says it will no longer participate in any labour-related event involving Adams Oshiomhole. This is as a result of his comments on the dispute between the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association (PENGASSAN) and the Dangote refinery. Oshiomhole, a former president of the Nigeria […]

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Ohanaeze: Demolitions at Trade Fair Complex designed to force Igbos out of Lagos

Peter Okutu 7 October 2025 0

Ohanaeze Ndigbo has condemned the demolition of shops and structures at the Trade Fair Complex in Lagos, describing it as a calculated attempt to compel Igbo traders to vacate the state ahead of the 2027 elections. In a statement signed by Okechukwu Isiguzoro, its Deputy President General, and Chinemeze Ohia, National Spokesman Chief, the group […]

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Police arrest 10 over attempted murder, armed robbery in Ondo

our reporters 7 October 2025 0

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested 10 suspects linked to an attempted murder and armed robbery attack in Igoba Community, Akure North LGA. Olushola Ayanlade, Police spokesperson, said the suspects were behind the October 2 attack on Mrs Ogunoye Oluomo and an attempt to assassinate Oba Adinlewa John, the traditional ruler of the community. […]

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Nigeria @65: Only love, forgiveness can heal Nigeria’s cracks – Apostle Udiah

Ukpono Ukpong 6 October 2025 0

The Lead Pastor of The Mount Zion Lighthouse Full Gospel Church Inc., Nyanya Diocese, Apostle John Udiah, has urged Nigerians to embrace love, forgiveness, and unity as the only pathway to healing the nation’s deep divisions and restoring lasting peace. Speaking during the church’s National Unity Service held in commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary,

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Make African minerals the fulcrum of industrial transformation — Alake

our reporters 6 October 2025 0

Dele Alake, Minister of Solid Minerals Development, has urged African nations to make mineral resources the foundation of industrial transformation on the continent. Delivering the keynote at the African Mining Week in Cape Town, South Africa, Alake said: “Africa’s minerals have powered industrialisation elsewhere while our own economies remain under-industrialized. “This

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Young Nigerians are nation’s greatest asset, says Cardoso

Promise Eze 6 October 2025 0

Olayemi Cardoso, Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, has described Nigeria’s youth as the country’s most valuable asset, urging them to take up the mantle of leadership in driving stability, innovation, and inclusive growth. Cardoso made the remarks on Friday at the inaugural CBN Governor Annual Lecture Series, held at Lagos Business School under the […]

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Uzodimma Commences N104,000 Minimum Wage for Imo Workers

our reporters 6 October 2025 0

The Imo State Government has begun payment of its newly approved ₦104,000 minimum wage to state workers, fulfilling an earlier promise by Governor Hope Uzodimma to review salaries. Workers confirmed receiving salary alerts over the weekend reflecting the new wage structure, sparking excitement and gratitude toward the governor. Governor Uzodimma had approved ₦104,000 for

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FG Distributes Farm Inputs to Adamawa Cooperatives

our reporters 6 October 2025 0

The Federal Government has distributed farm inputs to cooperative societies in Adamawa State in a bid to boost food production and achieve food security. Speaking at the inauguration of the exercise in Yola, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, said the items were provided free of charge. The inputs included power tillers, […]

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Upgrade hospitals for emergencies, women-led group tells govt

our reporters 6 October 2025 0

The Medical Women’s International Association (MWIA) has called on federal and state governments to upgrade hospitals nationwide for effective healthcare delivery and emergency responses. MWIA President, Dr Eleanor Nwadinobi, made the call in Enugu following the death of Arise TV news anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu. She said Maduagwu’s case highlighted the dysfunction of