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Zulum’s Iron-fisted Ban: The Scrap That Scorched Borno’s Soul
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Zulum’s Iron-fisted Ban: The Scrap That Scorched Borno’s Soul

Ismail Abdulazeez Mantu

Two years ago, in what can only be described as brazenly draconian and callous decision, the governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, slammed a ban on metal scavenging activities across all 27 local government areas of the state. In the twinkle of an eye, millions…

2026: PDP Leaders Vow To Reclaim Ekiti, Dismiss Fayose
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2026: PDP Leaders Vow To Reclaim Ekiti, Dismiss Fayose

Alo Abiola

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the South West zone has said that the Ekiti State chapter of the party is being repositioned for success in the 2026 governorship election. It also said the party is alive and active as the process of resolving the crisis rocking the…

2027: Poor Masses Will Determine APC’s Fate – Sen Baba Kaita
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2027: Poor Masses Will Determine APC’s Fate – Sen Baba Kaita

Godwin Enna

Former senator representing Daura Senatorial District in Katsina State, Ahmed Baba Kaita, has declared that the 2027 general elections will be a battle between impoverished citizens and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) which he accused of deepening hardship and…

APC: Akpabio Urges Calm As Tinubu Receives Gov Eno, Others Saturday
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APC: Akpabio Urges Calm As Tinubu Receives Gov Eno, Others Saturday

Iniobong Ekponta

Ahead of Saturday’s reception for Akwa Ibom State governor, Umo Eno, and other Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) decampees into the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has urged APC stakeholders and members to unite and accommodate the…

Benue Killings And The President’s Visit
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Benue Killings And The President’s Visit

BRIDGET TIKYAA

On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was in Benue State for the first time since assuming office two years ago. An unplanned visit necessitated by the massive carnage and displacement of law-abiding citizens by murderous gunmen who wantonly attacked two…

Federal Gov’t Launches Revenue Optimisation Project
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Federal Gov’t Launches Revenue Optimisation Project

Mark Itsibor

Federal government has launched the Revenue Optimization and Assurance Project (REV-OP) to drive economic growth, improve revenue collection, and enhance transparency in public financial management. This initiative aims to address revenue leakages, enhance transparency, and…

Unfair Practices: FCCPC Seals France, Belgium, Italy Visa Centres
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Unfair Practices: FCCPC Seals France, Belgium, Italy Visa Centres

Kingsley Alu

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has shut the Abuja office of TLSContact, a visa application centre operated by global outsourcing giant Teleperformance, citing obstruction of a regulatory investigation and assault of its officers. The…

Vandals Destroy 178 Transmission Towers In First Half – TCN
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Vandals Destroy 178 Transmission Towers In First Half – TCN

Nse Anthony - Uko

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has it recorded a rise in attacks on the nation’s power infrastructure, as 178 transmission towers were destroyed by vandals in the first half of 2025. This wave of sabotage has caused widespread power outages, particularly affecting…

Insecurity: IGP Unveils 40 Armoured Vehicles
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Insecurity: IGP Unveils 40 Armoured Vehicles

Ejike Ejike

The inspector-general of police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has unveiled 40 new Panthera Armoured Personnel Carriers and other tactical vehicles, while declaring that the Nigeria Police Force is repositioning for better operations. The IGP said the assets, including three MRAP…

NECA Calls For Realignment Of Policies With Economic Growth
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NECA Calls For Realignment Of Policies With Economic Growth

Andrew Ojiezel

The Nigeria Employers Consultative Association, (NECA), has called on the federal government to realign its reform policies to enable growth for businesses and enterprises in Nigeria. This call was made by the director general, NECA, Adewale Smatt-Oyerinde at a press…

Osun Hosts Trade & Investment Summit In October
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Osun Hosts Trade & Investment Summit In October

Leadership News

The Osun State government has announced plans to host a Trade and Investment Roundtable Summit scheduled for October 2025. The commissioner for Commerce, Industry, Trade and Investment, Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, confirmed the development on Thursday while receiving the prime…

Prof. Lere Baale Calls For Reforms In Healthcare, Leadership
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Prof. Lere Baale Calls For Reforms In Healthcare, Leadership

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The president of the Nigeria Academy of Pharmacy and CEO of Business School Netherlands International in Nigeria, Prof. Lere Baale, has called for transformative action in Nigeria’s healthcare and workplace leadership landscapes. He made the calls on Thursday during the…

Oye Completes 2-year Tenure, Quits As NACCIMA, OPS Chairman
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Oye Completes 2-year Tenure, Quits As NACCIMA, OPS Chairman

Annifred Inedu

Dele Kelvin Oye has concluded his two-year tenure as President of the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) and has stepped down from his role as chairman of the Organised Private Sector of Nigeria (OPSN). Oye’s leadership…