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Governor Fubara Calls Crucial Meeting with Rivers Assembly Members Post-Supreme Court Ruling

KEY POINTS Governor Siminalayi Fubara has invited Rivers State House of Assembly members to a crucial meeting to address issues such as budget presentation, unpaid allowances, and the provision of a suitable legislative venue. The meeting follows a 48-hour ultimatum from the Assembly and...
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SERAP Demands Reinstatement of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

KEY POINTS SERAP has demanded the immediate reinstatement of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling her suspension “patently unlawful” and a violation of her constitutional rights to freedom of expression. The suspension, which includes withholding her salary and barring her from identifying as a senator, has left Kogi...

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Two-Thirds of Nigerian Households Can’t Afford Healthy Food

According to a recent survey, 66.7 percent of Nigerian households cannot afford a healthy diet, and food insecurity is increasing across the country.
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Tax Reform Bills to Get National Assembly Scrutiny, Public Interest First

Experts agree on the possible pros and cons of proposed tax reform bills but Nigerians can be assured that the National Assembly will thoroughly deliberate on it in the interest of the country.
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Kano Reunites Minors with Families after #EndBadGovernance Protest

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State reunites 76 minors arrested while protesting #endbadgovernance with their families. But the governor, who said the minors would undergo rehabilitation, warned against violent protests and said education was the way forward.
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New Bill Proposes ₦20m Fine, Jail Terms for Ponzi Operators

Nigeria’s Senate proposes a ₦20m fine and jail terms for Ponzi operators, enhancing investor protection through modern financial reforms.
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UNICEF: 4.9M Nigerian Children Need Urgent Help

UNICEF's 2024 report reveals 4.9 million Nigerian children urgently need aid, with critical gaps in education, health, and living conditions
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NNPCL Challenges Dangote Refinery’s Import Licence Suit

NNPCL counters Dangote Refinery’s bid to monopolize petroleum imports, arguing the suit doesn’t hold water and could be ruinous to the economy.
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Troops’ Welfare And Nigeria’s Protection My Top Priority, Acting COAS

The Lt. Gen Oluyede is rallying the Nigerian Army to remain focused in turning the tide regarding insecurity, as the handover to the Infantry Corps happens, with priority given to troop welfare and national security.
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Band A Customers in Akoka Protest Over Two-Hour Power Supply

Akoka residents protest against poor power supply, receiving only two hours of electricity daily despite being Band A customers
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Mali, Burkina Faso Terrorists Now Active In Northwest Niger State

The Senate on Thursday called for immediate action to arrest terrorists infiltrating from Mali-Burkina Faso to Nigeria's northwest and Niger state, stressing the need for military capacity and community engagement.
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Urging Tinubu to declare emergency on drug abuse, NDLEA

Marwa, NDLEA Chair, appeals for Tinubu to declare a drug abuse emergency over latest worrying trends.
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Prof. Gambari: Africa Must Harness Youth to Leapfrog Development

African youth should be leveraged for development in digital economy and other inclusive strategies, Prof. Gambari urges.
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FG To Set Up National Youth Development Bank

FG unveils National Youth Development Bank to enhance empowerment of Nigerian youth, boost economic transformation, Northern development a priority.
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Governor Fubara Calls Crucial Meeting with Rivers Assembly Members Post-Supreme Court Ruling

KEY POINTS Governor Siminalayi Fubara has invited Rivers State House of Assembly members to...
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SERAP Demands Reinstatement of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

KEY POINTS SERAP has demanded the immediate reinstatement of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling her...
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Abacha Family Rejects Babangida’s Claim on June 12 Annulment

The Abacha family says Babangida was solely responsible for the June 12 election annulment, rejecting claims that blame the late Sani Abacha.

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