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A Niger Delta Activist and Development Consultant, Mr Iteveh Nur’ Ekpokpobe, has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to err on the side of caution in the ongoing investigation of former Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa. Speaking in Abuja, Iteveh stated that beyond every accusation which are yet to be proven “it is a matter of …

A new terror group has emerged in Northwestern Nigeria, terrorising residents of rural communities, the country’s military said on Thursday. The terror group emerged after the recent coup in neighbouring Niger that frustrated the partnership between the militaries of the two countries, an official said. PREMIUM TIMES reported the coup that sacked President Mohamed Bazoum and installed a junta. ECOWAS, led by Nigeria, …

Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman has alleged that Iran is at the centre of global terrorism and political unrest, insisting that without a change in the present Iranian political leadership there may be no peace in Middle East and part of Africa. Speaking in Abuja during the screening of the documentary “We Will Dance Again” directed by Yariv Mozer, …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed that the national flag be flown at half mast nationwide for seven days in honour of the departed Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja. The directive was contained in a statement issued Wednesday by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. The statement signed by Director, Information …

World leaders raced to praise Donald Trump as he claimed a stunning US election victory over Kamala Harris, while financial markets also rose. Here are the first reactions, with the presidential election result still to be confirmed: – Nigeria – Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President …

Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, Wednesday expressed sorrow over the demise of Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja who passed on Tuesday after a brief illness. President Bola Tinubu had on Wednesday morning announced Lt Gen Lagbaja’s obituary in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu said that …

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden passing of the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, describing his death as a significant loss for Osun State, the Nigerian Army, and the country at large. In a statement released in Osogbo, Adeleke called the transition of the military chief “a huge misfortune.” “A …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered rescheduling the Federal Executive Council meeting till another date to be announced. A statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy) said the meeting had initially scheduled for Wednesday, the council meeting was postponed in honour of Lt. General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, who passed away …

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the death of Lt. General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, Chief of the Army Staff. Lagbaja died at the age of 56. According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President, Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, he passed away on Tuesday night in Lagos after a period of illness. The statement reads, “President …

Donald Trump has pulled off an astounding political comeback and regained the White House as he’s declared the winner of the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Donald Trump has pulled off an astounding political comeback and regained the White House after being declared the winner of the 2024 United States presidential election. He becomes the first president in over 130 years …