Kano APC Assures Smooth Resolution of Automatic Ticket for Defecting Governor Yusuf
The chairman emphasized that Governor Yusuf would not defect alone, noting the inclusion of elected local government chairmen, councilors, and other office holders. “We await his coming and believe me we will work out a modality that will ensure the success of the party in a unanimous manner without any form of crisis between old members and the new members,” Abbas said.
Tinubu’s Bold Reforms Reviving Nigeria’s Economy — APC Chieftain Asserts
The APC leader also credited Tinubu’s engagement with university unions including ASUU and NASU for restoring stability in the academic calendar. “Before now, students spent six or seven years on a four-year course, which contributed to brain drain,” Arise said. “Today, there is greater certainty that students can complete their studies on time, which has helped to curb that trend.”
Malami Cries Out, Alleges Obstruction of Defence in EFCC Forfeiture Case After DSS Rearrest
The statement detailed that the EFCC delayed submitting Malami’s international passports to the court for approximately one week, despite these documents being essential for perfecting his bail conditions. This delay, it claimed, unnecessarily prolonged his detention and hindered the execution of the court’s bail order.
Deputy Speaker Kalu Rejects Claims of Stalling Electoral Act Amendment
Speaking during a media chat in his country home in Bende, Bende Local Government Area of Abia State on Friday, Kalu directly addressed criticisms leveled by former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar. Atiku had accused the National Assembly via his X account the previous day of premeditated stalling, warning that such delays could undermine the credibility of the 2027 general elections.
Nigeria Declares Religious Violence an Assault on the State – NSA Ribadu
National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu made the declaration at the conclusion of the first session of the U.S.–Nigeria Joint Working Group in Abuja. The bilateral meeting focused on addressing concerns around religious freedom, insecurity, and deepening security cooperation between the two nations.
Nigeria Labour Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike over Unpaid Health Workers’ Salaries
Nigeria’s two largest labour unions have threatened to shut down activities across the country over the federal government’s alleged failure to implement a revised salary structure for health workers. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) said they have issued what they described as a final and irrevocable 14-day ultimatum to […]
NISO Explains Cause of Friday’s Nationwide Power Grid Collapse
Nigeria Independent System Operator (NISO) has disclosed the reason behind the grid collapse on Friday, saying the nationwide outage was caused by a system-wide disturbance involving multiple high-voltage transmission lines. In a statement, NISO said the collapse was triggered by the simultaneous tripping of several 330 kilovolt transmission lines, along with the disconnection of some […]
Edo Works Commissioner, Akhabue Boosts Residents Confidence, Says Roads Will Be Constructed To Specifications
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting The Edo State Commissioner of Works, Engr. Felix Akhabue has again boosted the confidence of the residents of the state in governor Monday Okpebholo’s capability to start and finish strong on the ongoing road construction projects embarked upon across the state. He said this when he visited the various ongoing road projects […]
PHOTOS: Governor Okpebholo Meets Aviation Minister Keyamo, Set-up Committee for Swift Actualization of Edo Airline
Governor Okpebholo, accompanied by key cabinet members, emphasized the urgency of the project and highlighted ongoing partnership explorations, including commitments from South African investors to supply aircraft for initial operations.
Keyamo Receives Edo Governor, Fast-Tracks Launch Of State-Backed Airline
Edo State’s push for a homegrown airline advanced after Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo received Governor Monday Okpebholo and approved a framework to restore Benin Airport as a regional aviation hub.