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Gunmen kidnap Anambra community leader, APGA chieftain

Some yet-to-be-identified assailants have abducted the President-General of the Umunze Progressive Union in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State, Ezekiel Iheazor, alongside key chieftain of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, Nze Ike Okoli. It was gathered that the incident took place at Okoli’s residence in Lomu village during a downpour after several shootings
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Some yet-to-be-identified assailants have abducted the President-General of the Umunze Progressive Union in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State, Ezekiel Iheazor, alongside key chieftain of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, Nze Ike Okoli. It was gathered that the incident took place at Okoli’s residence in Lomu village during a downpour after several shootings

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No state can ban mining operations – Alake

The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has warned state governments against the closure of mining sites, stressing that sub-nationals lack the constitutional authority to do so. Alake stated that mining activities fall under the Federal Government’s exclusive jurisdiction and no state has the authority to interfere in mining operations. The ministers’ comment is
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The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has warned state governments against the closure of mining sites, stressing that sub-nationals lack the constitutional authority to do so. Alake stated that mining activities fall under the Federal Government’s exclusive jurisdiction and no state has the authority to interfere in mining operations. The ministers’ comment is

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Atiku hails Rivers LG poll as victory for democracy

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described the upcoming local government elections in Rivers State as a pivotal moment for constitutional democracy. In a statement on Friday via X, Atiku emphasised the significance of the elections, which are set to take place tomorrow, highlighting their role in upholding the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government
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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described the upcoming local government elections in Rivers State as a pivotal moment for constitutional democracy. In a statement on Friday via X, Atiku emphasised the significance of the elections, which are set to take place tomorrow, highlighting their role in upholding the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government

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NPA appoints new general managers, others

The Nigerian Ports Authority has announced the new appointment and redeployment of General Managers. The agency said that the move was geared towards repositioning the NPA for greater efficiency and renewed contribution to the national economy. While disclosing this on Friday in a post through its official X account, the NPA said the appointees would
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The Nigerian Ports Authority has announced the new appointment and redeployment of General Managers. The agency said that the move was geared towards repositioning the NPA for greater efficiency and renewed contribution to the national economy. While disclosing this on Friday in a post through its official X account, the NPA said the appointees would

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Rivers LG poll: NBA slams police over refusal to provide security

The Nigerian Bar Association has expressed grave concerns over the Nigeria Police Force’s refusal to provide security for the upcoming Local Government elections in Rivers State, scheduled for Saturday. The NBA’s reaction follows a statement issued by the state police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, indicating that the police would not provide security during
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The Nigerian Bar Association has expressed grave concerns over the Nigeria Police Force’s refusal to provide security for the upcoming Local Government elections in Rivers State, scheduled for Saturday. The NBA’s reaction follows a statement issued by the state police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, indicating that the police would not provide security during

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LG poll: Come out and vote, Omehia, Secondus, others urge Rivers residents

Rivers State Political leaders and elders have commended the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara for his doggedness and strong efforts to ensure the smooth conduct of the October 5 Local Government elections in the state. They have also assured the Fubara of God’s continuous guardian and protection as he strives to deliver democratic dividends to Rivers
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Rivers State Political leaders and elders have commended the state Governor, Siminalayi Fubara for his doggedness and strong efforts to ensure the smooth conduct of the October 5 Local Government elections in the state. They have also assured the Fubara of God’s continuous guardian and protection as he strives to deliver democratic dividends to Rivers

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Jigawa LG elections: Police enforce restriction of movement

Jigawa LG elections: Police enforce restriction of movement The Jigawa State Police Command said it has concluded all the security arrangements to ensure that the local government election is carried out peacefully. Jigawa State Commissioner of Police A.T. Abdullahi disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the command preparedness for the Saturday election. He explained that the command has imposed restrictions on all forms
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Rivers LG poll: Atiku throws his weight behind Fubara

Rivers LG poll: Atiku throws his weight behind Fubara Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has thrown his weight behind Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, over the proposed Saturday’s local government election in the state. Atiku said that the election stands as a beacon of hope, offering renewed vigour to constitutional democracy. The statement comes amidst an ongoing political crisis in Rivers State over the
Rivers LG poll: Atiku throws his weight behind Fubara