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Senate Vows Strong Oversight for South-West Development Commission to Drive Regional Growth.

ABUJA, Nigeria – The Nigerian Senate has pledged to carry out robust oversight on the newly established South-West Development Commission (SWDC), promising effective monitoring to ensure good governance, accountability, and infrastructure development across the South-West geopolitical zone. The commitment was made by Senator Yunus Akintunde, Chairman of the Senate Committee on SWDC, during the committee’s…

Tinubu Flags Off INEC Headquarters Construction, Pledges Stronger Electoral System.

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ABUJA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday laid the foundation for the construction of a new national headquarters for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Abuja, signaling a fresh move to reinforce Nigeria’s electoral infrastructure and deepen democratic values. The groundbreaking ceremony took place in the Federal Capital Territory, where the President described…

FCCPC Summons Air Peace Over Flight Cancellations, Refund Delays, and Passenger Complaints.

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The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has officially summoned Air Peace Limited to appear before it following widespread passenger complaints regarding unrefunded ticket fares and flight cancellations. In a statement released on Monday, June 16, 2025, the Commission said the airline has been directed to appear at its Abuja headquarters on June 23,…

Jigawa Government Withholds Salaries of 239 Teachers Over Chronic Absenteeism.

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DUTSE, JIGAWA STATE — The Jigawa State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) has taken disciplinary action against 239 teachers found guilty of long-term absenteeism, withholding their salaries, and demanding accountability. The action was disclosed by SUBEB Chairman, Prof. Haruna Musa, during a press briefing held after the conclusion of a five-day teacher training programme for…

Petrol Imports Drop by N2 Trillion as Dangote Refinery Boosts Local Fuel Production.

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Nigeria’s petrol import bill has seen a dramatic reduction in the first quarter of 2025, dropping to ₦1.76 trillion from ₦3.81 trillion recorded in Q1 2024 — a year-on-year decline of over ₦2 trillion. According to the latest foreign trade report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), this marks a significant 54% decrease and…

Democracy Day: Pro-Tinubu, Alia Rally in Benue Sparks Outrage Amid Fresh Herdsmen Attacks.

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As Benue communities mourn fresh killings by suspected Fulani herdsmen, a group of youths and women staged a controversial pro-government rally in Makurdi on Democracy Day, Thursday, June 12. The demonstrators, under various Pro-Tinubu and Pro-Governor Hyacinth Alia support groups, took to the streets of Makurdi, calling for second terms for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu…

Tinubu’s 2025 Democracy Day Speech: Full Highlights.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu delivered a historic speech to a joint session of the National Assembly on Democracy Day, June 12, 2025, celebrating the resilience of Nigeria’s democracy and outlining his administration’s vision for the future. 🏛 Defending Democracy President Tinubu praised the National Assembly for its unwavering commitment to democracy. He cited past examples…

Child Labour Is Stealing the Dreams of Millions — First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Cries Out.

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ABUJA Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has decried the ongoing practice of child labour in the country, calling it a heartbreaking injustice that robs millions of children of their future. Speaking in a statement to mark the 2025 World Day Against Child Labour on June 12, the First Lady described the issue as a…

APC to Governor Fubara: Joining Our Party Won’t Erase Your Sins.

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has firmly declared that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s alleged political misdemeanors cannot be overlooked, even if he decides to join the party. This statement was made on Tuesday in Abuja by Tony Okocha, the Caretaker Committee Chairman of the APC in Rivers State. Okocha was responding to Governor…

Tinubu Reopens Upgraded ICC, Pledges Infrastructure Revival Across Sectors.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned the rehabilitated International Conference Centre (ICC) in Abuja, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to revamping infrastructure nationwide as part of his Renewed Hope Agenda. At the inauguration ceremony held on Tuesday, President Tinubu described infrastructure as the “backbone of a thriving economy,” pledging massive investment in transportation, healthcare, education,…