Author: Caleb Ishaya
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DSS denies SERAP’s claim over alleged N5.5 billion suit
The Department of State Services (DSS) has denied allegations made by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) that its operatives invaded SERAP’s Abuja office. The DSS said the accusation misrepresented its officers and unfairly portrayed the agency as engaging in unlawful activities.
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Senate urges Military to reinforce troops in Borno, Yobe to counter Boko Haram resurgence
The Nigerian Senate has called on the military to urgently deploy more personnel—fully equipped and strategically positioned to Borno and Yobe states in the North-East to tackle the renewed threat posed by Boko Haram insurgents.
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Now is the right time to invest in Nigeria – Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared that Nigeria is currently well-positioned for investment, thanks to significant reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration that have resolved many of the challenges previously discouraging investors.
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Senate urges inclusion of local governments in FAAC
The Nigerian Senate has called on the Federal Government to ensure that representatives from each Local Government Council (LGC) and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Councils are included in the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). This follows a recent Supreme Court ruling affirming the constitutional right of LGCs to receive direct allocations from the…
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Oil prices climb to nearly $66 following US-China tariff truce
Oil prices surged on Monday, reaching $65.99 per barrel, after the United States and China agreed to temporarily ease tariffs, fueling optimism that the trade dispute between the world’s top two crude consumers may be nearing resolution.
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U-20 AFCON: Nigeria defeat Senegal to reach semi-finals
Nigeria held their nerve to secure a place in the semi-finals of the CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt, defeating defending champions Senegal 3-1 on penalties. NAN reports that this was after a goalless draw in regulation and extra time at the Suez Canal Stadium on
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Russia prepared to provide military assistance to Nigeria – DHQ
The Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation, Andrey Belousov, has expressed the preparedness of Russia to provide the necessary military assistance to the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Belousov gave the assurance when the Chief of Defence Staff of
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PDP is already dead, we‘ll soon receive you – Ganduje hits back at Lamido
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has rubbished reports suggesting that he has plans to defect to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and reaffirmed his continuous loyalty to the ruling APC.
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World Bank delivers verdict on Nigeria’s economy
The World Bank says Nigeria’s economy is showing strong signs of improvement, thanks to the country’s commitment to far-reaching economic reforms. Taimur Samad, the Bank’s Acting Country Director for Nigeria, made the remark on Monday in Abuja whil
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“Do you even know if I want to go back?” – Fubara Cautions overzealous supporters
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged his supporters to exercise restraint, cautioning against statements that could disrupt the fragile peace in the state. Speaking on Sunday during a service of songs held in honour of the late Niger Delta elder statesman, Pa Edwin Clark, in Port Harcourt, Fubara responded to several passionate calls…