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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) to publish his assets and encourage Vice President Kashim Shettima, ministers, National Assembly leaders, state governors, and local government chairmen to do the same. In a letter dated December 28, 2024, SERAP commended…
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Waziri Adio, a respected public policy analyst and founder of the Agora Policy think tank, has raised critical concerns over “curious” allocations in the federal government’s proposed 2025 budget, questioning its transparency and priorities. Writing in his column on Sunday, Adio highlighted what he described as puzzling expenditures, including ₦146.14 billion allocated for the Lagos…
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A philanthropist, Muyideen Okunlola Kayode, has urged the Nigerian government to strengthen collaboration with public-spirited individuals and organizations involved in grassroots philanthropy to address the development challenges in the country. Kayode made the plea during his keynote address at the Strategic Media Seminar organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Sobi FM Chapel, Ilorin,…
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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has expressed confidence in Governor Monday Okpebholo’s ability to lead Edo State to unprecedented growth and development, citing his vision, humility, and alignment with the people’s needs as key factors for success. Speaking during Okpebholo’s visit to his Uyo residence, Akpabio commended the governor’s leadership style and dedication. “Your Excellency, you…
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The Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf hailed Buhari Sanusi Idris who emerged as the winner in the male category of the 39th National Quar’anic Recitation Competition. The spokesperson to the governor, Sanusi Bature said that Buhari who represented the state came out as the winner of the 39th edition of the competition with an…
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Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has intensified efforts to combat rising criminal activities linked to fraudulent native doctors who prepare charms for kidnappers, gunmen, and internet fraudsters, popularly known as "Yahoo boys." In a recent statement, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, clarified the governor’s stance, stating that the crackdown targets only fake…
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A delegation of Islamic preachers, led by the Special Adviser to Governor Agbu Kefas on Muslim Religious Matters, Alhaji Hussaini Ismail, on Sunday, visited Pastor Samuel Omajali, the Overseer of Deeper Life Church in the state. The visit, which The Guardian learned was aimed at celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ with the Christian community,…
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The Nigeria Police Force has rescued 13 kidnapped victims and arrested five suspects linked to armed robbery as part of intensified efforts to combat criminal activities during the yuletide season. Police spokesman ACP Muyiwa Adejobi announced the operations, which were conducted in various states, including Lagos and Kwara, resulting in the release of hostages and…
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Elon Musk’s internet company, Starlink, says its new N75,000 per monthly subscription price will come into full effect from January 27th,
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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has commiserated with Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, over the demise of his Chief of Staff, Prince Mahe Abdulkadir. A statement by the Managing Director of the Fund, Akintunde Sawyerr, described the former Chief of Staff as an outstanding administrator who demonstrated commitment, wisdom, and loyalty in the discharge…