August 14, 2025

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Ogun-Osun River Basin Executive Urges Transparency, Teamwork to Advance Tinubu’s Food Security Drive

The newly appointed Executive Director of Finance and Administration at the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority (O-ORBDA), Mr. Ayobami Oyalowo, has pledged to uphold accountability, transparency, and inter-agency collaboration in order to support President Bola Tinubu’s national food security agenda. Oyalowo made this known on Wednesday while assuming office at the Authority’s headquarters, where he

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Nigeria’s $1tn Economic Dream Hinges on Power Sector Reform – Elumelu

Chairman of Transcorp Group, Mr. Tony Elumelu, has emphasised that Nigeria’s aspiration to become a $1 trillion economy will remain elusive unless the nation urgently addresses the lingering challenges in the electricity sector. Speaking on Wednesday during the Annual General Meeting of Transcorp Group held in Abuja, the renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist stated that access

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NIMC Raises Alarm Over Sale of NIN, Declares It Illegal and Dangerous

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued a stern warning to Nigerians against the sale or disclosure of their National Identification Numbers (NINs) to unauthorised individuals or organisations, particularly in exchange for money. The Commission described the practice as not only illegal but a grave threat to personal data security and national integrity. This

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Rising Youth Unemployment Poses National Security Risk – Kale Warns at Economic Forum

The Group Chief Economist and Managing Director of Research and Trade Intelligence at Afreximbank, Dr Yemi Kale, has raised alarm over Nigeria’s escalating youth unemployment rate, describing it as a ticking time bomb with serious national security implications. Speaking at the 2025 Vanguard Economic Discourse held in Lagos on Wednesday, Dr Kale stressed that Nigeria’s

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FG, Stakeholders Laud EU Support for Disability Rights, React to USAID Funding Withdrawal

The Federal Government, alongside key stakeholders in the disability community, has commended the European Union for its support towards advancing the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nigeria, especially at a time when international funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has been withdrawn. The commendation came during the official launch

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Dickson Laments Killings in Benue and Plateau, Advocates Nationwide Ban on Open Grazing

Former Bayelsa State Governor and serving Senator, Seriake Dickson, has expressed deep sorrow over the recent wave of killings in Benue and Plateau states, describing the attacks as barbaric and unacceptable. In a strongly worded statement issued on Thursday, the lawmaker condemned what he called “dastardly and callous” acts of violence that have claimed numerous

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President Tinubu Pays Tribute to Late Justice Ibitola Adebisi Sotuminu, a Judicial Icon

President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Justice Ibitola Adebisi Sotuminu, a former Chief Judge of Lagos State, who left an indelible mark on Nigeria’s judicial landscape. Justice Sotuminu, who passed away at the age of 86, was remembered for her integrity, honour, and diligence during her illustrious career spanning over

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Supreme Court Ruling: Clarification on Warri Federal Constituency Ward Demarcations Sought

In what appears to be a significant development for the political landscape of Delta State, the Supreme Court has reportedly issued directives for the delineation of wards in the Warri Federal Constituency, though widespread misconceptions have emerged regarding the actual implementation and implications of this order.Sources close to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) revealed

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Lagos Police Apprehend Suspect Over Brutal Assault on Female Commercial Driver

The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a man identified as Friday Onu, who was captured on video assaulting a female commercial driver, Yetunde Amole, along the Lekki-Epe Expressway. The video, which went viral on social media platforms, sparked widespread outrage, showing Amole with visible injuries to her face and her clothes

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Portable Takes Aim at Anthony Joshua, Demands N100 Million for Boxing Match

In a bold and unexpected move, Nigerian street-hop sensation Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has announced his desire to step into the boxing ring with former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. This declaration comes after Portable expressed disinterest in a previously planned boxing match against fellow musician Speed Darlington, whom he deemed an unworthy opponent.

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