Author: Emman Ovuakporie
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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…
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Court adjourns PDP national scribe legal battle to September 22
Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed September 22, for hearing in the suit on the authentic National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The judge fixed the date for a definite hearing of all motions against the suit filed by the embattled National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, based on…
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Oborevwori prioritizing quality, accountability in infrastructure delivery — Aniagwu
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has lauded Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his unwavering commitment to quality infrastructure, financial transparency, and the empowerment of local contractors. Speaking during a live interview with ADBN Television, Aniagwu emphasized the administration’s deliberate strategy to match project scope with contractor capacity, particularly…
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War against illicit drugs must be a national movement, Tinubu declares at WDD
…hails Marwa, personnel, NDLEA on globally acclaimed successes . 66,085 arrested; 11.1million kg drugs seized; 12,201 convicted; 26,393 rehabilitated in 53 months – Marwa President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared that the fight against the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in Nigeria must be embraced by all as a national movement rather…
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Newcastle unveils plaque in honour of trailblazing Nigerian female medical doctor, Irene Ighodaro
A new plaque has been unveiled to commemorate the achievements of a trailblazing woman who played a significant part in Newcastle’s medical history.
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“I’ve not started my campaigns-Tinubu reacts to coalition moves
President Bola Tinubu has reacted to growing political realignment ahead 2027 elections by a coalition of opposition figures, allegedly working to dislodge him in the 2027 presidential election. Among the coalition are high-profile politicians such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, Rotimi Amaechi, Rauf Aregbesola, David Mark, and Abubakar Malami. Since its launch in…
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SAD! Four die as bomb explosion reportedly hits Borno
A bomb explosion has reportedly killed four travellers in Borno State, with many others sustaining injuries. According to reports by local media, the bomb exploded around 3:00 pm on Wednesday along the Damboa-Maiduguri road. The incident involved a car carrying an unconfirmed number of passengers. Recall bomb explosions also occurred a few weeks ago along…