Author: Emman Ovuakporie
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Alleged $5m diversion: Lawyers join Ahmed-must-go protests in Abuja
..demand probe of NMDPRA boss The ongoing protests in the Nigerian Federal Capital, Abuja, against the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Engr. Farouk Ahmed, on Friday, received a boost, as popular Lawyers and Activists joined procession. The Activists, who joined the procession under the aegis of…
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Speaker Abbas felicitates Muslims on new Islamic Year 1447 AH
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, has congratulated the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the New Islamic Year, 1447 AH. Speaker Abbas said the new Islamic year holds numerous promises for the mankind, which is why Muslims should use the opportunity to rededicate themselves to the worship…
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Just in: Ruud Van Nistelrooy finally quits Leicester
Leicester City Football Club have announced the immediate departure of First Team Manager, Ruud van Nistelrooy, following a mutual agreement to terminate his contract. The Dutchman, who took over managerial duties at the King Power Stadium in November 2024, exits after a challenging period for the club. In an official statement, Leicester praised Van Nistelrooy’s…
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Oborevwori uniting Deltans through good governance — Aniagwu
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, is fostering unity and strengthening social cohesion across the state through inclusive governance, prudent resource management, and people-centered development initiatives. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, disclosed this during an interview with TVC in Abuja on Friday. Aniagwu stated that Governor…
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Peter Obi’s brother, Ndibe heads to court to challenge demolition of Lagos property
Mr Ndibe Obi, younger brother of Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi in last general elections is heading to court to challenge the demolition of his property in Lagos. Counsel to Next Foods the company that owns the demolished property, Chief Emeka Okpoko, SAN, said in an interview in Awka on Thursday that the…
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Budget Office explains why FG is running three budgets simultaneously
Director General, Budget Office of the Federation, Tanimu Yakubu, on Thursday provided clarity on the multi-budget operations. The 2024 Appropriation Act, 2024 supplementary budget, and 2025 Appropriation Act are running simultaneously. The National Assembly this week extended the capital vote component of the 2024 budget till December 31. According to Yakubu, the development is not…
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INSECURITY! Senate plans regional meetings with critical stakeholders across all regions to stem tide
As insecurity continues unabated in the country, the Senate has revealed its plan to hold meetings with critical stakeholders in each geo-political zone in order to uncover the root causes of the menace and devise pragmatic measures to restore peace and stability in troubled areas. The Senate defended this initiative on the ground that no…
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READ all you need to know about Tax Reform law
Read all you need to know about the Tax Reform law approved by President Bola TInubu today. Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) will now become Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) -The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) will now collect revenues previously handled by agencies such as the Nigeria Customs Service, NUPRC, NPA, and NIMASA. Tax exemption for…
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Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello: Court declines EFCC’s demand to cross -examine witness
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court, Abuja, has declined a move by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to cross-examine its third witness in the ongoing alleged money laundering case against the immediate-past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. Delivering his ruling on Thursday, Justice Nwite noted that no provision in law…
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Joel Izeze Joins Prestigious 2025 Mandela Fellowship Cohort
Joel Izeze, a leverage consultant, development expert, and one of Nigeria’s foremost advocates for youth empowerment and child rights, has been selected for the prestigious 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship, marking a significant milestone in his leadership journey. A native of Oginibo in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State and resident in Jos, Plateau…