September 21, 2025

Politics

Politics

FAAC Allocation: President Tinubu Calls on Governors to Intensify Efforts for Grassroots Development

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged state governors to step up their commitment towards delivering tangible development at the grassroots level, following the recent disbursement of funds from the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). In a statement addressing the nation, Tinubu emphasized the critical role of state leadership in translating federal allocations into meaningful projects

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General Politics

Court Orders Police to Pay ₦10 Million to #EndSARS Protesters Over Rights Violation

ABUJA, July 25, 2025 – A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Nigeria Police Force to pay ₦10 million in damages to two #EndSARS protesters, citing a gross violation of their fundamental human rights during the 2020 demonstrations. The judgment, delivered by Justice Mobolaji Olajuwon, followed a suit filed by the plaintiffs, Ifeanyi

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General Politics

APC Appoints Professor Yilwatda as New National Chairman

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as its new national chairman, following the resignation of Abdullahi Umar Ganduje due to health concerns. The decision was finalized after a late-night meeting between President Bola Tinubu and APC governors in Abuja, where Yilwatda emerged as the consensus candidate.   The 56-year-old, who currently

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Politics

Tinubu Meets APC Governors Ahead of Crucial NEC Meeting in Abuja

ABUJA, July 24, 2025 – In a strategic move ahead of Thursday’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC), President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with governors elected under the party’s platform on Wednesday night in Abuja. The high-level meeting, which took place at the State House, was convened

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Business Politics

Nigeria’s External Reserves Rise by $200m in One Month, Now at $37.94bn

July 23, 2025 – Nigeria’s external reserves recorded a notable increase of $200 million within one month, growing from $37.74 billion as of June 18, 2025, to $37.94 billion by July 18, 2025, according to official data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This positive movement in the country’s foreign reserves reflects a

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Business Politics

Real Estate Surpasses Oil & Gas as Nigeria’s Third Largest Economic Sector

July 22, 2025 Nigeria’s real estate sector has officially overtaken the oil and gas industry to become the third largest contributor to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to early data from the ongoing GDP and Consumer Price Index (CPI) rebasing exercise. The data, compiled by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), indicates a

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Politics

Aisha Yesufu Declares Support for Senator Natasha’s Resumption, Condemns Senate’s Alleged Hostility Towards Women

ABUJA — Renowned political activist and vocal advocate for good governance, Aisha Yesufu, has firmly declared her support for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s right to resume her legislative duties, vowing to accompany the senator to the National Assembly regardless of any opposition from within the Senate. Speaking passionately during a public address, Yesufu criticised what she

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Politics

Fashola Declares Local Government Autonomy Impractical Under Current Constitutional Framework

Former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola, has stated that granting full autonomy to local governments in Nigeria is currently unrealistic, citing constitutional limitations and political complexities. Speaking during a media engagement on Tuesday, Fashola emphasized that the Nigerian Constitution does not recognize local governments as independent tiers of government in the same

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Politics

Medina’s Sacred Landmark Continues to Attract Millions of Devout Worshippers Worldwide

The Prophet’s Mosque, known in Arabic as Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, remains one of Islam’s holiest sites and a deeply revered destination for Muslims across the globe. Situated in the city of Medina in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the mosque is not only a religious sanctuary but also a spiritual magnet for millions who seek closeness

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Politics

Niger Government Urges Over 2,000 Riverine Communities to Relocate Amid Fresh Flood Alerts

The Niger State Government has called on residents of more than 2,000 riverine communities across the state to immediately move to safer locations following renewed flood warnings issued by the Federal Government and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet). The advisory comes amid heightened concerns over the possibility of severe flooding due to expected heavy rainfall

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