Rivers: Opposition, CSOs warn against erosion of democracy
Opposition parties and civil society organisations have cautioned President Bola Tinubu against the involvement of the military in democratic governance. They expressed concerns that Nigeria was witnessing a growing militarisation of democracy, citing the recent declaration of a state of emergency and the appointment of a sole administrator in Rivers State. Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi
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Opposition parties and civil society organisations have cautioned President Bola Tinubu against the involvement of the military in democratic governance. They expressed concerns that Nigeria was witnessing a growing militarisation of democracy, citing the recent declaration of a state of emergency and the appointment of a sole administrator in Rivers State. Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi
Opposition restrategises as SDP rejects merger plans
Opposition figures seeking a formidable political platform ahead of the 2027 elections are reassessing their strategies following the rejection of merger terms by the Social Democratic Party. The National Secretary of the SDP, Olu Agunloye, confirmed on Monday that the party would not enter into any mergers or adopt external takeover models. He emphasised that
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Opposition figures seeking a formidable political platform ahead of the 2027 elections are reassessing their strategies following the rejection of merger terms by the Social Democratic Party. The National Secretary of the SDP, Olu Agunloye, confirmed on Monday that the party would not enter into any mergers or adopt external takeover models. He emphasised that
Dangote, Adenuga, Rabiu, Otedola remain on forbes Africa’s billionaires List
Nigeria’s wealthiest businessmen, Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, Abdulsamad Rabiu, and Femi Otedola, have emerged as the only Nigerians on the 2025 ‘Africa’s Billionaires List’ compiled by Forbes, which was released on Saturday. Once again, Dangote topped the list for the 14th consecutive year, with an estimated net worth of $23.9 billion, up from $13.9 billion
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Nigeria’s wealthiest businessmen, Aliko Dangote, Mike Adenuga, Abdulsamad Rabiu, and Femi Otedola, have emerged as the only Nigerians on the 2025 ‘Africa’s Billionaires List’ compiled by Forbes, which was released on Saturday. Once again, Dangote topped the list for the 14th consecutive year, with an estimated net worth of $23.9 billion, up from $13.9 billion
Buhari, speaker, govs, others congratulate Tinubu at 73
Prominent leaders, including former President Muhammadu Buhari, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abass, state governors and Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, have felicitated President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday. Tinubu clocked 73 on Saturday. In a telephone conversation on Friday, Buhari joined Tinubu’s family and the nation in celebrating the President’s
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Prominent leaders, including former President Muhammadu Buhari, Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abass, state governors and Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, have felicitated President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday. Tinubu clocked 73 on Saturday. In a telephone conversation on Friday, Buhari joined Tinubu’s family and the nation in celebrating the President’s
Sultan declares Sunday Eld-el-Fitr day
The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Muhammadu Abubakar lll, declared Sunday (today) the Eld-el-Fitr day. Ramadan ended on Saturday following the sighting of the moon, signalling the beginning of the new Islamic month, Shawwal. In his speech while addressing journalists on Saturday night in his palace, the Sultan disclosed that the moon was sighted in
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The Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Muhammadu Abubakar lll, declared Sunday (today) the Eld-el-Fitr day. Ramadan ended on Saturday following the sighting of the moon, signalling the beginning of the new Islamic month, Shawwal. In his speech while addressing journalists on Saturday night in his palace, the Sultan disclosed that the moon was sighted in
Sallah: Police deploy personnel to enhance security in Katsina
Ahead of Sunday’s upcoming Sallah celebrations, the Katsina State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, said on Saturday that the command has deployed adequate personnel to enhance security. In a statement on Saturday, he said, “The command under the stewardship of CP Bello Shehu has deployed adequate personnel, operational assets, and enhanced visibility patrols
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Ahead of Sunday’s upcoming Sallah celebrations, the Katsina State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, said on Saturday that the command has deployed adequate personnel to enhance security. In a statement on Saturday, he said, “The command under the stewardship of CP Bello Shehu has deployed adequate personnel, operational assets, and enhanced visibility patrols
La Liga: Mbappe double helps Real Madrid make Leganes comeback
Kylian Mbappe struck twice as Real Madrid came from behind to beat Leganes 3-2 on Saturday, pulling level on points with La Liga leaders Barcelona. Carlo Ancelotti’s side won an entertaining game at the Santiago Bernabeu to put pressure on their bitter rivals, who host Girona in a Catalan derby on Sunday. Mbappe dinked Los
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Kylian Mbappe struck twice as Real Madrid came from behind to beat Leganes 3-2 on Saturday, pulling level on points with La Liga leaders Barcelona. Carlo Ancelotti’s side won an entertaining game at the Santiago Bernabeu to put pressure on their bitter rivals, who host Girona in a Catalan derby on Sunday. Mbappe dinked Los
UNILORIN VC urges Muslims to uphold Ramadan lessons
The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole (SAN), has urged Muslims to reflect on the lessons learnt during Ramadan in all aspects of their lives. He congratulated members of the institution’s Muslim community and the entire Muslim Ummah on the Eid el-Fitr celebration. This is contained in a statement on Saturday by
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The Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, Prof. Wahab Egbewole (SAN), has urged Muslims to reflect on the lessons learnt during Ramadan in all aspects of their lives. He congratulated members of the institution’s Muslim community and the entire Muslim Ummah on the Eid el-Fitr celebration. This is contained in a statement on Saturday by
Ramadan: Seyi Tinubu urges youth empowerment, national unity in Lagos
Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, hosted Lagos youths and key stakeholders at an Iftar dinner, fostering dialogue and community engagement during the holy month of Ramadan. Iftar, the evening meal that marks the end of daily fasting during Ramadan, served as an avenue for Tinubu to engage with young people and political leaders,
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Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, hosted Lagos youths and key stakeholders at an Iftar dinner, fostering dialogue and community engagement during the holy month of Ramadan. Iftar, the evening meal that marks the end of daily fasting during Ramadan, served as an avenue for Tinubu to engage with young people and political leaders,
Eid-el-Fitr: Jigawa grants state pardon to 10 inmates
In a move to commemorate this year’s Ramadan Fasting and Eid-el-Fitr celebration, Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has granted state pardon to 10 inmates serving various convictions within the Nigerian Correctional Service Centers. The pardon was granted following the recommendation by the State’s Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy, as stated in Section 212 of
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In a move to commemorate this year’s Ramadan Fasting and Eid-el-Fitr celebration, Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has granted state pardon to 10 inmates serving various convictions within the Nigerian Correctional Service Centers. The pardon was granted following the recommendation by the State’s Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy, as stated in Section 212 of