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President Bola Tinubu Redeploys Finance Minister Days After Poor Performance at Budget Defense Meeting in NASS

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Taiwo Oyedele as the new Minister of State for Finance, replacing Doris Uzoka-Anite, who will now head the Ministry of Budget and National Planning. This…

latestnews March 3, 2026

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National Assembly: House of Reps Member Who Questioned Utilization of Foreign Loans Succumb After Meeting With President Tinubu

Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh's Stand on Capital Project Funds Sparks Controversy A heated confrontation between Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, member representing Aba North/Aba South Federal Constituency, and Minister of Finance…

latestnews March 3, 2026

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Breaking: Obong Stephen Ntukekpo Returns as A’Ibom APC State Chairman

Obong Stephen Ntukekpo has been reinstated as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The state congress committee adopted a consensus model, paving the…

latestnews March 3, 2026

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New Traffic Offences in Nigeria and Their Penalties (Updated Guide)

Road safety remains a shared responsibility between motorists, passengers, pedestrians, and enforcement agencies. In Nigeria, traffic laws are enforced primarily by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) under the provisions…

latestnews February 28, 2026

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Governor Bala Mohammed’s Meeting with President Tinubu Scares PDP Remnants

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State met with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, reportedly to discuss security concerns in Bauchi, particularly bandit activities in Alkaleri local government area. The…

latestnews February 27, 2026

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Victor Osimhen Warned to Be Mindful of Speeches During Post-Match Interviews

Victor Osimhen has been advised to be more mindful of his words during post-match interviews after criticizing his Galatasaray teammates following their Champions League match against Juventus. Former Nigerian international…

latestnews February 27, 2026

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Nigerian Senate Writes President Tinubu to sack Chairman of CAC Over Alleged Corruption

The Nigerian Senate has called on President Bola Tinubu to remove Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, the Registrar General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), from office. This follows Magaji's repeated failure…

latestnews February 26, 2026

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Diezani Alison-Madueke Trial: Southwark Crown Court Hears 117-Minute Audio on Atlantic Energy Oil Deals and NNPC Transactions

Jurors at the Southwark Crown Court on Tuesday listened to a 117-minute audio recording of a private conversation between former Nigerian Petroleum Minister Diezani Alison-Madueke and businessman Kola Aluko, as…

latestnews February 26, 2026

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Jos, Nigeria: Tragedy Averted as Nigerian Army Intercepts Suspected ISWAP Fighters with Gun Trucks

A potential tragedy was reportedly averted after troops of the Nigerian Army intercepted suspected members of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) allegedly moving with mounted weapons in a…

latestnews February 26, 2026

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Rivers State: Governor Fubara Finally Dumps His Men, Makes New Appointment of Wike People

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has announced fresh appointments into key positions in his administration, a development many political observers describe as a significant step in the ongoing political…

latestnews February 26, 2026