The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, has accused the President Bola Tinubu-led administration of diverting public funds through the secret payment of fuel subsidy. Atiku said the secrecy surrounding the subsidy payment and the administration’s refusal to make public how much is being spent on the venture leave much to be …
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The candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) in the September 21, 2024 governorship election in Edo State, Pastor Azemhe Azena has been suspended by the executive members of his ward (10) in Etsako East Local Government Area of the state over allegation of gross misconduct, disregard for party plans and anti-arty activities. In a swift reaction, Pastor Azemhe …
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As the legal suit between the suspended Enigie (dukes) of Benin Kingdom and the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, continues at the Edo State High Court sitting in Benin City, the Enigie said they are in court to protect their fundamental human rights. Recall that some Enigie who were suspended by the Benin Traditional Council (NTC) had filed a …
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Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Wednesday, declared open the second edition of the Edo International Book and Arts Festival, noting that the festival will showcase efforts by his government in the last seven and a half years to develop the skills, talents and creative minds of young people in the State. Obaseki who spoke with children and students …
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•President orders minister to calculate cost, Labour gives one-week ultimatum Organised Labour may settle for N100,000 minimum wage as the Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage commences daily meetings for five days to reach a consensus. Multiple sources in the labour movement told The PUNCH on Tuesday that the union leaders were willing to review their demand from N494,000 to …
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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has emphasised the importance of prioritising food security, particularly the concept of “stomach infrastructure.” He made the remarks at the unveiling of 136 housing units acquired by the Sokoto state government for N1.820 billion. The housing units are intended for low-income earners and other citizens in need of shelter. Obasanjo praised Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto for his efforts …
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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Pastor William Folorunso Kumuyi on his 83rd birthday. Pastor W F Kumuyi This is contained in a statement by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, on Wednesday in Abuja. The president commended Kumuyi for his dedication and service not only to God but to humanity, especially the underprivileged and the …
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The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has appointed an Assistant Inspector General of Police, Yetunde Longe, as the first female Force Secretary. In a statement on Wednesday, the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuiya Adejobi said the appointment was in furtherance of the vision to ensure gender inclusivity and equality in all aspects of appointments and operations within the Nigeria Police …
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Kaduna State House of Assembly has recommended that the immediate-past governor of the state, Nasir el-Rufai, be prosecuted for alleged abuse of office and money laundering in his administration. This was following the investigation of the ad-hoc committee set up by the House, led by Henry Zacharia. According to the report submitted by Zacharia on Wednesday, most of the loans …
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A Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos on Wednesday, June 5, adjourned until June 25 for mention, in the case against celebrity bartender, Pascal Okechukwu aka Cubana Chief Priest over alleged abuse of the Naira. Cubana Chief Priest The nightlife business and social media celebrity was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on April 17 and had pleaded …
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