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ROWDY SCENES IN HOUSE AS LAWMAKERS REJECT BID TO RESCIND ELECTORAL AMENDMENT By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Tension flared in the House of Representatives during an emergency plenary after a motion to reverse the passage of the Electoral Amendment Act was overwhelmingly rejected.
NIGER GOVERNOR URGED TO ASSENT HISBAH LAW By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Muhammed Umar Bago of Niger State has been urged to respect public demand and legislative approval by signing the Hisbah law. Mahmud Lawal Murshid of the Muslim Students Society of
EBONYI LAWMAKER DEFENDS GOVERNOR, DENIES GENOCIDE CLAIMS By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Chinedu Ogah has defended Francis Ogbonna’s actions in addressing communal conflicts in Ebonyi State, emphasizing that recent curfews and interventions were aimed at restoring peace and stability. Briefing journalists in Abuja,
MASSIVE TURNOUTS AS KWARA APC WARD CONGRESS KICKS OFF By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Members of the All Progressives Congress in Kwara State have thronged across the state for the commencement of the party’s Ward Congress, showcasing high enthusiasm and unity. The exercise,
KWARA LAUNCHES STATE-WIDE ANIMAL DISEASE VACCINATION DRIVE By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Kwara State Government has launched a state-wide vaccination campaign against transboundary animal diseases to protect livestock, boost productivity, and support farmers’ livelihoods. Flagged off in Ilorin West LGA, the exercise
SENATE WARNS MDAs OVER LATE ARRIVAL AT BUDGET DEFENCE, PRAISES SECURITY AGENCIES By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Nigerian Senate has issued a stern warning to heads of government agencies who arrive late for budget defence sessions, describing the habit as unacceptable during
TINUBU ORDERS DIRECT REMITTANCE OF OIL, GAS REVENUES TO FEDERATION ACCOUNT By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed a sweeping Executive Order mandating the direct remittance of oil and gas revenues to the Federation Account, aiming to plug leakages, boost
TINUBU SIGNS ELECTORAL REFORM BILL, SIGNALS FRESH PUSH FOR CREDIBLE POLLS By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday signed the Electoral Reform Bill into law at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, reinforcing his administration’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
FFS URGES FIRE SAFETY IN HOMES AND MARKETS By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Federal Fire Service has advised Nigerians to install and learn how to use fire extinguishers in homes, markets, and business premises. Speaking through Assistant Comptroller General Umar Faruk-Muhammad, the
NORTHERN GOVERNORS SYMPATHISE WITH SINGA MARKET FIRE VICTIMS By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Northern States Governors’ Forum has expressed deep sympathy with traders and victims affected by the recent fire at Kano State’s Singa Market. Chairman of the forum and Muhammadu Yahaya