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Tinubu celebrates Abegunde at birthday, praises loyalty and service

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Hon Ifedayo Abegunde, popularly known as Abena, on his birthday marked on January 9. Abegunde is a longtime political associate of the president and a seasoned public servant with decades of experience in governance.​ In a message issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised Abegunde’s professionalism, loyalty and commitment to the public good. He described him as a dependable associate whose political journey has been defined by consistency and steadfast service.​ Abegunde, trained as a civil engineer and later in architecture, first came into public office through elective politics. He was elected twice to the House of Representatives for Akure North Akure South Federal Constituency in Ondo State, where he served on key committees.​ He later became Secretary to the Ondo State Government, a role in which […]

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National Assembly seeks faster election justice

The National Assembly’s Constitution Review Committee has proposed that all election petitions must be decided before winners are sworn into office.​Lawmakers also want tribunals to conclude election petitions within 60 days and appellate courts to deliver judgments on related appeals within another 60 days.​ Under the proposal, the Supreme Court will handle all presidential election petitions as a court of first instance, with its decisions on such cases to be delivered within 60 days of filing.​Appeals from governorship election petitions will end at the Court of Appeal, which must also give its decisions within 60 days.​ The recommendations are part of 44 harmonised constitution amendment bills now before both chambers of the National Assembly for debate.​They include changes to Sections 232, 239 and 286 of the 1999 Constitution to shorten timelines for pre-election and post-election cases.​ For pre-election cases, the […]

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Presidency rejects claim of secret tax law changes

The Presidency has rejected allegations that it secretly altered provisions of Nigeria’s new tax reform laws, insisting that no changes were made outside the proper legal and legislative process. The denial comes as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, opposition parties and several civil society groups demand a halt to implementation and a thorough investigation.​ President Bola Tinubu signed four tax reform bills into law, which together form what the government calls the most far reaching overhaul of Nigeria’s tax system in decades. The new framework, anchored on the Nigeria Revenue Service, includes the Nigeria Tax Act, the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, the Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Act and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Act.​ According to the Federal Government, the reforms aim to simplify compliance, broaden the tax base, remove overlapping taxes and […]

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Tight security as Tinubu heads to NASS to present 2026 budget

Security has been significantly tightened around the National Assembly Complex in Abuja as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu prepares to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives. Extra armed policemen have been deployed to all main entry points, including the MOPOL Gate, the Villa Gate and the Annex Gates.​ Access to the complex has been strictly restricted to accredited persons. Those without proper accreditation are being turned back, although the screening and accreditation process has so far been reported as smooth and without incident.​ The usual busy atmosphere at the National Assembly has largely disappeared due to the movement restrictions. Human and vehicular traffic has been reduced, leaving the foyer and corridors, normally crowded with staff, visitors and lobbyists, unusually quiet.​ President Tinubu is scheduled to present budget estimates of N54.46 trillion […]

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Ex-Bakassi chairman calls for unity and support for Otu

Former Chairman of Bakassi Local Council Area, Hon. Saviour Nyong, has appealed to the people of Bakassi to unite and support the Governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, in the ongoing efforts to promote peace, stability, and development in the area. In a statement dated November 3, 2025, Nyong said unity and full support for the governor are essential for sustained growth and for resolving the long-standing Bakassi issue. He noted that no community can thrive in division and that only a united Bakassi can attract meaningful attention and intervention. He called on all indigenes of Bakassi to give the governor their full backing, both physically and spiritually, especially concerning the unresolved matters from the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling that ceded parts of Bakassi. “This is not the time for conflict or internal discord,” Nyong stated. […]

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Immigration, Natasha trade words over passport drama

The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday accused immigration officials at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, of seizing her international passport and briefly preventing her from travelling abroad. In a Facebook Live video obtained on Tuesday, the lawmaker was seen confronting immigration personnel over what she described as an unlawful restriction of movement and a violation of her fundamental rights. She recalled experiencing a similar situation in the past where she was stopped from travelling abroad, despite having no pending legal case or court order barring her from leaving the country. “Hello, fellow Nigerians. I’m Senator Natasha. Having completed my second year in office, I decided to take a week off. I’m at the airport here, and my passport has been withheld again.This same thing happened before when I was stopped from travelling even though I had […]

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Katsina Governor Creates New Ministry in Cabinet Reshuffle

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has announced a major reshuffle of his cabinet, which includes the creation of a new Ministry of Livestock Development. The Governor's Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Kaula-Mohammed, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday. He explained that the changes are intended to improve service delivery and performance across key sectors. A key feature of the reshuffle is the splitting of the former Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development. Professor Ahmad Muhammad-Bakori has been moved to lead the newly established Ministry of Livestock Development. Other significant redeployments include: Alhaji Aliyu Lawal-Zakari moves from Youth and Sports to head the Ministry of Agriculture. Hajiya Zainab Musa-Musawa moves from Basic and Secondary Education to the Ministry of Special Duties. Alhaji Yusuf Suleiman-Jibia is the new Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education. Alhaji Surajo Yazid-Abukur takes over as Commissioner for […]

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Obasanjo: Why I Rejected El-Rufai as My Successor

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that he once rejected a proposal for Nasir El-Rufai to succeed him as President in 2007. Obasanjo made this disclosure at the Ajibosin Platform Annual Symposium in Abeokuta. He stated that the suggestion was made by former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka, who was a guest at the event. Interjecting during Chidoka's speech, Obasanjo recalled the proposal. "He didn't mention that when I was leaving government, he was pushing that his friend, El-Rufai, should be brought in as my successor," Obasanjo said. The former president explained that he declined the recommendation because he believed El-Rufai, who served as the FCT Minister at the time, was "not yet mature enough" to lead Nigeria. Obasanjo added that Chidoka later agreed with his assessment. "Many years later, after seeing his performance, he came back to me and said, […]

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Actor Tells Senator Ned Nwoko to Gift Wife a Lamborghini

Nollywood actor Uche Maduagwu has publicly advised Senator Ned Nwoko to present his wife, actress Regina Daniels, with a 2025 Lamborghini as a gesture of appreciation. In a post on his official Instagram page, Maduagwu described Regina Daniels as her husband's "destiny helper." He credited her with playing a pivotal role in Senator Nwoko's successful political campaign for the Delta North senatorial seat. "Before you married her, did you ever dream of becoming a senator?" Maduagwu wrote. "Yes, you are a billionaire, yet with all your money, were you able to become a senator?" The actor suggested that the senator's future political ambitions, including a potential re-election in 2027, depend on maintaining a good relationship with his wife. His advice concluded with a direct recommendation: "If you want to be re-elected in 2027, you 'd better go and beg her […]

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 Nollywood’s ‘The Exco’ Is a Protest Against Failed Leadership

Nollywood producer Seun Oloketuyi has stated that his upcoming political movie, 'The Exco,' is his personal form of protest against leadership failure in Nigeria. Speaking on a national television program, Oloketuyi explained that while some Nigerians protest on the streets or social media, he uses filmmaking to tell the truth about the country's political and social realities. “I tell people that this is how I intend to protest how our country is in terms of leadership,” he said. “This is the power that I have—to tell our story.” Oloketuyi clarified that the film reflects the complex relationship between citizens, politicians, and governance. He argued that Nigeria's problems are not solely caused by bad leaders but also by the citizens who enable them. “The problem is not only with the leadership; it’s with all of us,” he stated. “People who collect […]

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