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How we convinced Tinubu to reject Yar’Adua’s ministerial offer – Ex-presidential aide

Babafemi Ojudu, former Special Adviser on Political Matters to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has revealed how he and other allies convinced President Bola Tinubu to reject an offer to serve as Minister of Finance under the late President Umaru Yar’Adua. Ojudu disclosed this during an appearance on State Affairs, a podcast hosted by Edmund Obilo, on
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Babafemi Ojudu, former Special Adviser on Political Matters to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has revealed how he and other allies convinced President Bola Tinubu to reject an offer to serve as Minister of Finance under the late President Umaru Yar’Adua. Ojudu disclosed this during an appearance on State Affairs, a podcast hosted by Edmund Obilo, on

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How Dangote’s $750m offer to manage Nigeria’s refineries was rejected — Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed new details about Nigeria’s refinery woes, recounting failed efforts to privatise the country’s refineries and the subsequent financial losses under government management. In an exclusive interview with Channels TV on Thursday, Obasanjo discussed the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries during his presidency. He explained how he sought external
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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed new details about Nigeria’s refinery woes, recounting failed efforts to privatise the country’s refineries and the subsequent financial losses under government management. In an exclusive interview with Channels TV on Thursday, Obasanjo discussed the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries during his presidency. He explained how he sought external

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Gov Lawal approves 13th-month salary for Zamfara civil servants

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the payment of a 13th-month salary to the state’s civil and public servants. The approval was communicated in a circular issued on December 28, 2024, by the Zamfara State Head of Service. This was contained in a statement issued by the spokesman of the Governor, Suleiman Bala
Gov Lawal approves 13th-month salary for Zamfara civil servants

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has approved the payment of a 13th-month salary to the state’s civil and public servants.

The approval was communicated in a circular issued on December 28, 2024, by the Zamfara State Head of Service.

This was contained in a statement issued by the spokesman of the Governor, Suleiman Bala Idris.

According to the statement, the 13th-month salary is the second of its kind in Zamfara State’s history, with the first being paid by Lawal’s administration last December.

“Zamfara civil and public servants, including retirees, will receive a bonus of 30 percent of their basic salary as the 13th-month salary.”

“This initiative acknowledges the dedication and hard work of the Zamfara workforce by providing them with extra financial support during the holiday season.”

“The 13th-month salary payment is one of several initiatives aimed at empowering workers and fostering economic growth in Zamfara State.”

“To fulfill its promises, the government has cleared over N10 billion in gratuities owed over the past 11 years, approved a minimum wage of N70,000, and ensured workers’ salaries were paid on time.”

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Zamfara: Take immediate action against bandits’ leader, Turji – Shinkafi advises Tinubu

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Zamfara State, Alhaji Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take the threats of bandit leader Bello Turji seriously. According to Shinkafi, on Wednesday, Bello Turji released a video clip daring security agents to release his cousin, Bello Wurge, who was arrested at
Zamfara: Take immediate action against bandits’ leader, Turji – Shinkafi advises Tinubu

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Zamfara State, Alhaji Sani Abdullahi Shinkafi, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take the threats of bandit leader Bello Turji seriously.

According to Shinkafi, on Wednesday, Bello Turji released a video clip daring security agents to release his cousin, Bello Wurge, who was arrested at Shinkafi General Hospital.

Addressing newsmen in Gusau, the Zamfara State capital, Shinkafi lamented that Turji threatened to launch incessant attacks on towns and villages within Shinkafi, Zurmi in Zamfara State, and Isa communities in Sokoto State.

He further stated that Turji also promised in the video to revive the kidnapping of inhabitants from these areas of Zamfara and Sokoto states for ransom.

The former secretary of APGA expressed that Turji’s threats have heightened tension in the affected areas, with villagers already starting to migrate to major towns for protection.

Shinkafi appealed to critical stakeholders in Sokoto and Zamfara states to form a coalition to meet with the President and request his intervention.

“We need to act now; the issue of banditry goes beyond political affiliation. Those who matter should act now by forming a committee to meet President Tinubu for prompt action,” he added.

He also stated that it is the government’s responsibility to protect the lives and property of its citizens.

“Mr President, Bola Tinubu, and the Governors of Zamfara and Sokoto states should face this challenge. Otherwise, many towns and villages will be wiped out by Turji,” he warned.

Shinkafi described the failure to take action against notorious bandits moving freely as a conspiracy on the part of security agencies.

He further emphasized that this is the right time for the military to act decisively and clear the bandits from the region, allowing farmers to carry out their activities.

He mentioned that more than 85% of the farmland in Zamfara State was left uncultivated during the rainy season due to the actions of bandits.

Zamfara: Take immediate action against bandits’ leader, Turji – Shinkafi advises Tinubu

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JUST IN: Jeju Air CEO banned from leaving South Korea after fatal crash

The Chief Executive Officer of South Korean airline, Jeju Air, Kim E-bae has been banned from leaving the country, police said Thursday, after one of the company’s planes crashed last week killing 179. “The… investigation team imposed a travel ban on two individuals, including Jeju Air CEO Kim E-bae,” said police in South Jeolla Province,
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The Chief Executive Officer of South Korean airline, Jeju Air, Kim E-bae has been banned from leaving the country, police said Thursday, after one of the company’s planes crashed last week killing 179. “The… investigation team imposed a travel ban on two individuals, including Jeju Air CEO Kim E-bae,” said police in South Jeolla Province,

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Nigerians will smile, experience robust economy in 2025 – Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared that Nigeria will experience a robust economy in 2025. Shettima assured Nigerians that they would smile again as the economy begins to improve in the new year. Speaking in a video shared by President Bola Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, via X, Shettima said the government
Nigerians will smile, experience robust economy in 2025 – Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima has declared that Nigeria will experience a robust economy in 2025.

Shettima assured Nigerians that they would smile again as the economy begins to improve in the new year.

Speaking in a video shared by President Bola Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, via X, Shettima said the government is collaborating with the National Assembly to address Nigeria’s challenges.

He stated: “I believe we have turned a corner. Insha Allah, we shall have very robust economic activity in the new year.

“The economy has started picking up, and in the coming weeks and months, Nigerians will start smiling for the better.

“We are working assiduously with the National Assembly to come up with robust solutions to our national challenges.

“There is no nation that is immune to the economic headwinds across the world. The crisis in Ukraine and many other global crises are affecting us because we are part of the global economy.

“But I want to assure Nigerians that the economy is turning the corner, and by the grace of God, we have crossed the Rubicon and are on a path to sustained growth. We wish Nigerians well.”

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2025: Tinubu govt committed to Nigerians’ wellbeing – SGF

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment towards providing more democracy dividends to Nigerians. Akume stated this on Wednesday at the thanksgiving service held in honour of the Executive Director of Housing, Finance and Account, Federal Housing Authority, Mathias Byuan, at Agidi, Ugambe, Shangev Tiev, in
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The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has reiterated President Bola Tinubu’s commitment towards providing more democracy dividends to Nigerians. Akume stated this on Wednesday at the thanksgiving service held in honour of the Executive Director of Housing, Finance and Account, Federal Housing Authority, Mathias Byuan, at Agidi, Ugambe, Shangev Tiev, in

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