Abuja — In its first major official statement since the arrest, detention and suspension of its acting Chairman, Mr. Ibrahim…
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Nigeria: Gov. Okowa Inaugurates Five New Permanent Secretaries
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State on Monday sworn in five new Permanent Secretaries in the state’s public service, charging…
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Nigeria: Disrespecting the National Assembly
It’s becoming increasingly apparent that both the general public and top political appointees have lost respect for the National Assembly…
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Nigeria: Which Tactic Is There Left to Try?
Every now and then, an important item in the news tends to remind me of something. When Vice President Yemi…
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Nigeria: Buhari Fully in Charge of His Government – Presidency
The presidency has released the statement below saying President Muhammadu Buhari was in charge of his government contrary to reports.…
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Nigeria: Presidency – Anti-Corruption War At Historic Crossroads
The presidency yesterday pushed back criticisms that the anti-corruption war was flagging due to the recent allegations of graft against…
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Nigeria: It’s Time for Akpabio to Go
Anyone watching the drama playing out at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) between the Minister of Niger Delta, Godswill…
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Nigeria: Ekiti Gets Special Court to Try COVID-19 Protocols Offenders
Ado-Ekiti — The Ekiti State government will soon commence “aggressive enforcement” of compliance with the compulsory use of the face…
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Nigeria: Group Urges Buhari, CCB to Probe Ex-NBET Boss, Marilyn Amobi
A civic group has urged President Muhammadu Buhari and the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) to probe allegations of misconduct…
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Nigeria: PDP Hails Court Verdict On Saraki’s Properties
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State yesterday hailed the ruling of the Federal High Court, Lagos which dismissed…
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Nigeria: Of Rape and the Way Forward
Ilorin — Some days ago, the Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Pauline Tallen disclosed that Nigeria reported 3,600 rape cases…
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Nigeria: Labour Ministry, Senators Disagree Again
Officials of the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, again, had a misunderstanding with lawmakers. This time, it was with…
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Nigeria: Security Agents Mount Surveillance On EFCC HQ, Offices
Abuja — As part of ongoing investigation into the activities of suspended Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes…
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Nigeria: Analysts – Will UK Court Allow Apparent Attempt to Defraud Nigeria of U.S.$9.6 Billion?
Abuja — After a two-day virtual court hearing, a judge of the High Court of the United Kingdom, Sir Ross…
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Nigeria: House Urges Buhari to Reopen Schools
Ado-Ekiti — The House of Representatives has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to order a partial reopening of schools to…
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Nigeria: Kwara Invites EFCC to Probe N300 Million Diverted Funds
Ilorin — Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has invited the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to conduct an independent…
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Nigeria: Lagos Monarch Asks Landlords to Submit Documents for Verification
The new Oniru of Iruland in Lagos State, Oba Omogbolahan Lawal, has directed landlords in his domain to submit their…
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Nigeria: Senate Passes Bill Prescribing Life Jail for Kidnappers
Abuja — The Senate yesterday passed the Criminal Code Amendment Bill, which increased the penalty for kidnapping from 10 years…
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Nigeria: Updated – Senate Removes Time Limit On Rape Charge, Prescribes Life Jail for Kidnapping
The Senate has passed a bill amending the criminal code, changing the jail term for kidnapping from 10 years to…
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Nigeria: Panel Quizzes More EFCC Directors As Magu’s Interrogation Enters Day 6
Abuja — The presidential panel probing alleged corrupt practices against the suspended acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes…
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