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- January 6, 2025
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Ensure federal character in mass retirement, northern youths tell CBN
The Arewa Youth Assembly has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria to adhere to federal character principles in its handling of the ongoing mass voluntarily retirement within the institution. The group voiced concerns over the perceived targeting of northern employees, describing the move as “anti-North” and a threat to national unity. In a statement
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The Arewa Youth Assembly has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria to adhere to federal character principles in its handling of the ongoing mass voluntarily retirement within the institution. The group voiced concerns over the perceived targeting of northern employees, describing the move as “anti-North” and a threat to national unity. In a statement
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- January 6, 2025
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Yuletide holidays: Lagos, Kano, Delta, others schools resume today
Teachers, pupils and parents are currently upbeat as primary and secondary schools resume in most states today (Monday). States where pupils will be resuming for second term after the Christmas and New Year break include Lagos, Ogun, Kano, Delta and Jigawa, among others. The Kano State Government had earlier announced Sunday, January 5, 2025, as
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Teachers, pupils and parents are currently upbeat as primary and secondary schools resume in most states today (Monday). States where pupils will be resuming for second term after the Christmas and New Year break include Lagos, Ogun, Kano, Delta and Jigawa, among others. The Kano State Government had earlier announced Sunday, January 5, 2025, as
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Shi’ites allege lack of justice for 2015 Zaria massacre
The Islamic Movement in Nigeria, on Sunday, marked the 9th anniversary of the 2015 Zaria massacre, where hundreds of Shia Muslims lost their lives in a violent clash with the Nigerian Army. The event, held in Kaduna, served as a platform for victims and their families to recount their painful experiences and call for justice.
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The Islamic Movement in Nigeria, on Sunday, marked the 9th anniversary of the 2015 Zaria massacre, where hundreds of Shia Muslims lost their lives in a violent clash with the Nigerian Army. The event, held in Kaduna, served as a platform for victims and their families to recount their painful experiences and call for justice.
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- January 6, 2025
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LP can win 2027 poll without merger – Party
The Labour Party has declared its capability to win the 2027 presidential election without forming a coalition, emphasising its strong grassroots support and appeal to Nigerians. The party reiterated that its performance in the 2023 elections demonstrated its potential to independently challenge and unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress. The LP National Publicity Secretary, Obiora
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The Labour Party has declared its capability to win the 2027 presidential election without forming a coalition, emphasising its strong grassroots support and appeal to Nigerians. The party reiterated that its performance in the 2023 elections demonstrated its potential to independently challenge and unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress. The LP National Publicity Secretary, Obiora
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- January 6, 2025
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Lagos committed to LG autonomy – Sanwo-Olu
The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the 2025 council elections will affirm Lagos’ commitment to local government autonomy. He said this as he outlined significant strides in the state’s development during the 2025 Annual Thanksgiving Service held at Tafawa Balewa Square on Sunday. With the theme ‘Harvest of Thanksgiving,’ the event marked a
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The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said the 2025 council elections will affirm Lagos’ commitment to local government autonomy. He said this as he outlined significant strides in the state’s development during the 2025 Annual Thanksgiving Service held at Tafawa Balewa Square on Sunday. With the theme ‘Harvest of Thanksgiving,’ the event marked a
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Lagos Island undergoing urban renewal – Commissioner
The Lagos State Government has said it is committed to the ongoing renewal of infrastructure on the Lagos Island. The state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, on Sunday, led officials of the ministry to inspect the alignments for the drains and collectors to be reconstructed. Speaking with newsmen, the Commissioner said the
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The Lagos State Government has said it is committed to the ongoing renewal of infrastructure on the Lagos Island. The state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, on Sunday, led officials of the ministry to inspect the alignments for the drains and collectors to be reconstructed. Speaking with newsmen, the Commissioner said the
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- January 6, 2025
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APC dismisses PDP’s threat to unseat Oyebanji in 2026
The ruling All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State has asked the opposition Peoples Democratic Party to perish the thought of defeating Governor Biodun Oyebanji in the 2026 governorship election in the state. Speaking with The PUNCH on Sunday, Publicity Secretary, Segun Dipe, described the PDP’s bid to unseat Oyebanji as a mission impossible. He said
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The ruling All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State has asked the opposition Peoples Democratic Party to perish the thought of defeating Governor Biodun Oyebanji in the 2026 governorship election in the state. Speaking with The PUNCH on Sunday, Publicity Secretary, Segun Dipe, described the PDP’s bid to unseat Oyebanji as a mission impossible. He said
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- January 6, 2025
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Tragedy of military’s accidental airstrikes
THE Nigerian Air Force, as a key arm of the Armed Forces, performs critical roles in counter-insurgency operations. However, in recent years, a troubling pattern has emerged: frequent accidental bombings of communities that result in significant civilian casualties. A Nigerian Air Force airstrike, intended to neutralise Lakurawa terrorists, marred last Christmas celebrations in Sokoto State
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THE Nigerian Air Force, as a key arm of the Armed Forces, performs critical roles in counter-insurgency operations. However, in recent years, a troubling pattern has emerged: frequent accidental bombings of communities that result in significant civilian casualties. A Nigerian Air Force airstrike, intended to neutralise Lakurawa terrorists, marred last Christmas celebrations in Sokoto State
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- January 6, 2025
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Crime-fighting lessons from America
IT took five days for police to arrest the prime suspect in the killing of the chief executive of UnitedHealthcare, a health insurance firm in the United States. Brian Thompson, 50, was shot in the back outside a New York hotel on December 4 by a masked man who disappeared afterwards. That was just the
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IT took five days for police to arrest the prime suspect in the killing of the chief executive of UnitedHealthcare, a health insurance firm in the United States. Brian Thompson, 50, was shot in the back outside a New York hotel on December 4 by a masked man who disappeared afterwards. That was just the
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- January 6, 2025
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Lafarge empowers customers with 155 trucks
Lafarge Africa Plc has empowered customers with 155 trucks to boost business operations. In a statement, the company reaffirmed its commitment to supporting customers’ growth and operational excellence through the allocation of 155 trucks aimed at enhancing logistics capabilities. It stated, “This milestone initiative underscores Lafarge Africa’s dedication to empowering customers and fostering long-term partnerships
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Lafarge Africa Plc has empowered customers with 155 trucks to boost business operations. In a statement, the company reaffirmed its commitment to supporting customers’ growth and operational excellence through the allocation of 155 trucks aimed at enhancing logistics capabilities. It stated, “This milestone initiative underscores Lafarge Africa’s dedication to empowering customers and fostering long-term partnerships
