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APC reverses Goje’s expulsion for anti-party activities by Gombe ward

2 years ago862 min

The ruling All Progressives Congress has overturned former Governor Danjuma Goje’s expulsion for anti-party activities. Goje, a senator representing Gombe Central, was kicked out of the ruling party’s Kashere ward in Gombe State. Other expelled members included Yunusa Abubakar, a lawmaker representing Yalmatu Deba Federal Constituency, and Bulus Amos, a senator representing Gombe South. The expulsion was later confirmed by the party’s state executive. However, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, issued a statement in...

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“You Are Corrupt” – Matawalle fires head of EFCC after been linked to N70bn fraud

2 years ago6223 min

In an unexpected turn of events, Zamfara State Governor Mohammed Bello Matawalle has responded to allegations of embezzlement by accusing the head of Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, of corruption. This exchange arose in response to an EFCC statement alleging that the Governor is under investigation for allegedly misappropriating more than 70 billion naira. In retaliation, Governor Matawalle questioned Bawa’s integrity and urged him to resign in order for the corruption...

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Mustapha Unveils Swearing-In Program for Tinubu, Shettima

2 years ago6151 min

Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, released the Inauguration Programme for President-elect Bola Tinubu and his Vice, Kashim Shettima, on Thursday. Bayo Onanuga, Director Media and Publicity Tinubu/Shettima Campaign, said this on Twitter on Thursday. “Secretary to the Government of the Federation Boss Mustapha reveals the Inauguration Programme for Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the 16th President of Nigeria,” he stated, sharing the program. The festivities commence on May 23.” Tinubu and Shettima...

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FG releases official schedule of events for Tinubu’s inauguration

2 years ago6161 min

Abuja, FCT – The upcoming presidential inauguration event, which is scheduled for Monday, May 29, has an official schedule that was provided by the federal government of Nigeria. On Thursday, May 18, the Federal Ministry of Information and Culture’s official Twitter account verified this occurrence. The world press conference that will start off the inauguration program is now taking place in Abuja, the nation’s capital, as stated in the order of program that the ministry...

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10Th NASS: UK-based Nigerian professionals support Akpabio, Abbas

2 years ago6033 min

A group operating under the aegis of the Association of Nigerian Professionals in the UK has urged political actors throughout the nation to assist Godswill Akpabio, the senator-elect for Akwa North-West, in his bid for the Senate Presidency ahead of the June 10th Assembly’s inauguration. The group praised the selection of Tajudeen Abass as the party’s nominee for Speaker of the House of Representatives, asserting that he possesses the qualifications necessary to carry out his...

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Wike responds to destruction of Bayelsa State properties in Rivers, explains reason

2 years ago1003 min

Nyesom Wike, the governor of Rivers State, has emphasized that the recent demolition of two homes owned by the Bayelsa State Government in Port Harcourt was not motivated by politics. According to reports, the Bayelsa State Government criticized the destruction and expressed worry about it through Commissioner for Lands and Housing Andrew Esua. Esua emphasized the long-standing goodwill between the two sister republics and thought that a peaceful solution to the problem was possible. In...

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Breaking: EFCC starts Investigation into N70bn Fraud Committed by Governor Matawalle

2 years ago1083 min

Bello Matawalle, the governor of Zamfara State, is the subject of an investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for an alleged N70 billion fraud. According to reports, Sale Mamman, a former minister of power who was recently detained for an alleged N22 billion scam, is currently being held in detention. The anti-graft agency has confirmed this. During a press briefing on Thursday, EFCC Chairman Abdulrasheed Bawa addressed the matter and urged...

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Appeals court suspends Seplat board’s order

2 years ago6312 min

The Abuja-based Court of Appeal has overturned a ruling that prevented the Board of Directors of Seplat Energy from carrying out its official duties. A Federal High Court in Abuja last week approved an ex-parte order suspending the chairman, managing director, and other board members of Seplat from their positions. The appeal court suspended the ex parte interim orders issued on May 11, 2023, by Hon. Justice I.E. Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja,...

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Billionaire head, Srichand Hinduja, UK’s richest family, dies at 87

2 years ago10222 min

Srichand Hinduja, the businessman who oversaw the wealthiest family in Britain, passed away at the age of 87, a spokesman announced. Hinduja suffered from dementia, and his plight had become the focus of a family dispute that resulted in court hearings about whether or not to place him in a public care facility. According to a family spokesman, the Hinduja Group conglomerate’s fourth and oldest brother passed away on Wednesday. He was described as...

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Friday, Buhari inaugurates N21bn presidential medical center

2 years ago10146 min

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd. ), will inaugurate the Presidential/VIP Wing of the State House Medical Centre, Abuja, on Friday, just three days after his return from a medical trip to London, United Kingdom. The State House Director of Information, Abiodun Oladunjoye, issued a statement on Wednesday that read, “Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, President Buhari, accompanied by the Permanent Secretary of the State House, Tijjani Umar, will embark on a guided tour of...

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