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The reconciliation efforts of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have suffered a setback as Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has pulled out of the process. This comes after a meeting between Wike and the partys National Working Committee (NWC) failed to resolve the issues that led to his initial withdrawal from the reconciliation committee. Wike had previously criticized the NWC for not consulting with him before making decisions and accused them of being biased towards certain party members. This setback is a blow to the PDPs efforts to unite and strengthen ahead of the 2023 general elections.

  • The reconciliation efforts of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have suffered a setback as Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has pulled out of the process.

    This comes after a meeting between Wike and the partys National Working Committee (NWC) failed to resolve the issues that led to his initial withdrawal from the reconciliation committee.

    Wike had previously criticized the NWC for not consulting with him before making decisions and accused them of being biased towards certain party members.

    This setback is a blow to the PDPs efforts to unite and strengthen ahead of the 2023 general elections.

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The Federal Government has declared Friday 6th and Monday 9th June 2025 as public holidays to mark this years Eid-ul-Adha celebration. The Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement by Dr Magdalene Ajani the Permanent Secretary of the ministry on…

  • The Federal Government has declared Friday 6th and Monday 9th June 2025 as public holidays to mark this years Eid-ul-Adha celebration.

    The Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement by Dr Magdalene Ajani the Permanent Secretary of the ministry on….

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For the fifth consecutive time Team Delta on Thursday emerged as the overall winner of the 22nd National Sports Festival held in Ogun State. The oil-rich state secured 122 gold 96 silver and 105 bronze medals for a total of 323 medals to retain the title they won in 2022.…

  • For the fifth consecutive time Team Delta on Thursday emerged as the overall winner of the 22nd National Sports Festival held in Ogun State.

    The oil-rich state secured 122 gold 96 silver and 105 bronze medals for a total of 323 medals to retain the title they won in 2022.

    ….

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Manchester United has completed the signing of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League club with an option to extend for a further year. Cunha joined Wolves from Hertha Berlin in January but failed to make an appearance for the club. He is known for his pace dribbling abilities and clinical finishing making him a promising addition to Uniteds attacking options. The Red Devils have been actively seeking to strengthen their squad this summer and the addition of Cunha adds depth and quality to their already star-studded team. Fans are excited to see what the young Brazilian can bring to the table for United.

  • Manchester United has completed the signing of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers.

    The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract with the Premier League club with an option to extend for a further year.

    Cunha joined Wolves from Hertha Berlin in January but failed to make an appearance for the club.

    He is known for his pace dribbling abilities and clinical finishing making him a promising addition to Uniteds attacking options.

    The Red Devils have been actively seeking to strengthen their squad this summer and the addition of Cunha adds depth and quality to their already star-studded team.

    Fans are excited to see what the young Brazilian can bring to the table for United.

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The death toll from the recent flood in Niger has risen to 151 according to authorities. The flood which was caused by heavy rainfall has also left thousands of people displaced and in need of urgent assistance. The worst affected areas are the capital city of Niamey and the regions of Maradi Dosso and Tahoua. The government has declared a state of emergency and is providing aid to those affected including temporary shelter and food supplies. However the situation remains dire as more rain is expected in the coming weeks. The government is urging international aid and assistance to help alleviate the suffering of those affected.

  • The death toll from the recent flood in Niger has risen to 151 according to authorities.

    The flood which was caused by heavy rainfall has also left thousands of people displaced and in need of urgent assistance.

    The worst affected areas are the capital city of Niamey and the regions of Maradi Dosso and Tahoua.

    The government has declared a state of emergency and is providing aid to those affected including temporary shelter and food supplies.

    However the situation remains dire as more rain is expected in the coming weeks.

    The government is urging international aid and assistance to help alleviate the suffering of those affected.

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The number of deaths recorded from the Thursday devastating flood in Niger State has risen to 115 official sources have confirmed. The Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency Abdullahi Baba Arah who confirmed the latest figures to our correspondent on Friday said over 300 houses were destroyed.…

  • The number of deaths recorded from the Thursday devastating flood in Niger State has risen to 115 official sources have confirmed.

    The Director General of the Niger State Emergency Management Agency Abdullahi Baba Arah who confirmed the latest figures to our correspondent on Friday said over 300 houses were destroyed.

    ….

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is holding onto the application of 104 groups and associations seeking to be registered as political parties. Weekend Trust gathered that the104 applications were filed after the 2023 elections to enable more groups take part in future electoral activities as political parties. This newspaper…

  • The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is holding onto the application of 104 groups and associations seeking to be registered as political parties.

    Weekend Trust gathered that the104 applications were filed after the 2023 elections to enable more groups take part in future electoral activities as political parties.

    This newspaper….

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FCT Minister Nyesom Wike signalled an impending hike in ground rent in Abuja former Vice President Atiku Abubakar accused the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration of plunging Nigeria into a debt crisis warning of long-term consequences for the countrys future as former President Muhammadu Buhari cited medical reasons for missing…

  • FCT Minister Nyesom Wike signalled an impending hike in ground rent in Abuja former Vice President Atiku Abubakar accused the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration of plunging Nigeria into a debt crisis warning of long-term consequences for the countrys future as former President Muhammadu Buhari cited medical reasons for missing….

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The Nigerian Presidency has responded to former Vice President Atiku Abubakars statement that Bola Tinubu a prominent politician has not achieved much. The Presidency stated that only those who are "playing blind" cannot see Tinubus achievements citing his role in the development of Lagos state and his contributions to the growth of the All Progressives Congress party. They also mentioned his efforts in promoting economic growth and his support for President Muhammadu Buharis administration. The statement comes amidst speculation that Tinubu may run for the presidency in the 2023 elections. The Presidencys response highlights Tinubus influence and accomplishments in Nigerian politics.

  • The Nigerian Presidency has responded to former Vice President Atiku Abubakars statement that Bola Tinubu a prominent politician has not achieved much.

    The Presidency stated that only those who are "playing blind" cannot see Tinubus achievements citing his role in the development of Lagos state and his contributions to the growth of the All Progressives Congress party.

    They also mentioned his efforts in promoting economic growth and his support for President Muhammadu Buharis administration.

    The statement comes amidst speculation that Tinubu may run for the presidency in the 2023 elections.

    The Presidencys response highlights Tinubus influence and accomplishments in Nigerian politics.

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Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim said his team cannot hide after they were booed off in their defeat in Malaysia ahead of their friendly with Hong Kong on Friday. Three days after they concluded their worst Premier League season with a 15th-placed finish Amorims team kicked off their Asian tour…

  • Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim said his team cannot hide after they were booed off in their defeat in Malaysia ahead of their friendly with Hong Kong on Friday.

    Three days after they concluded their worst Premier League season with a 15th-placed finish Amorims team kicked off their Asian tour….

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The Adire traders in Ogun state have requested that Governor Dapo Abiodun withdraw his statement about the origin of Adire fabric. The governor had stated that Adire originated from Osogbo Osun state which has caused uproar among the Adire traders in Ogun state who claim that the fabric has been produced in their state for centuries. They argue that the governors statement undermines their cultural heritage and could negatively impact their businesses. The traders have also requested that the governor issue a public apology and recognize Ogun state as the true origin of Adire. They hope that this will help preserve the history and tradition of Adire in their state.

  • The Adire traders in Ogun state have requested that Governor Dapo Abiodun withdraw his statement about the origin of Adire fabric.

    The governor had stated that Adire originated from Osogbo Osun state which has caused uproar among the Adire traders in Ogun state who claim that the fabric has been produced in their state for centuries.

    They argue that the governors statement undermines their cultural heritage and could negatively impact their businesses.

    The traders have also requested that the governor issue a public apology and recognize Ogun state as the true origin of Adire.

    They hope that this will help preserve the history and tradition of Adire in their state.

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The African Development Bank (AfDB) has appointed a new president to succeed Akinwumi Adesina. The new president Dr. Akinwumi Adesina is a Nigerian economist and former Minister of Agriculture. He will take over from Adesina who was recently re-elected for a second term. Adesina has been praised for his leadership and efforts to boost the banks role in promoting economic development and poverty reduction in Africa. The new president will have the responsibility of continuing and building upon the progress made by Adesina as well as addressing challenges such as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the continents economy.

  • The African Development Bank (AfDB) has appointed a new president to succeed Akinwumi Adesina.

    The new president Dr.

    Akinwumi Adesina is a Nigerian economist and former Minister of Agriculture.

    He will take over from Adesina who was recently re-elected for a second term.

    Adesina has been praised for his leadership and efforts to boost the banks role in promoting economic development and poverty reduction in Africa.

    The new president will have the responsibility of continuing and building upon the progress made by Adesina as well as addressing challenges such as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the continents economy.

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The Senator representing Ogun Central Senatorial District Shuaib Afolabi Salisu says Nigeria is at risk if the growing trend of cybercrime popularly known as yahoo-yahoo is not curbed. He however blamed the trend on societal shift toward instant gratification and a weakening educational culture. Salisu spoke in Abeokuta during a…

  • The Senator representing Ogun Central Senatorial District Shuaib Afolabi Salisu says Nigeria is at risk if the growing trend of cybercrime popularly known as yahoo-yahoo is not curbed.

    He however blamed the trend on societal shift toward instant gratification and a weakening educational culture.

    Salisu spoke in Abeokuta during a….

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the current government of being addicted to loans and putting the future of Nigeria at risk. He specifically pointed out the administration of Bola Tinubu a prominent politician and former governor of Lagos State for being responsible for this trend. Atiku believes that the excessive borrowing by the government will lead to a debt crisis and hinder the countrys development. He also criticized the government for not investing in key sectors such as education and healthcare which are crucial for the countrys growth. Atikus statements highlight the need for responsible and sustainable financial management in Nigeria.

  • Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused the current government of being addicted to loans and putting the future of Nigeria at risk.

    He specifically pointed out the administration of Bola Tinubu a prominent politician and former governor of Lagos State for being responsible for this trend.

    Atiku believes that the excessive borrowing by the government will lead to a debt crisis and hinder the countrys development.

    He also criticized the government for not investing in key sectors such as education and healthcare which are crucial for the countrys growth.

    Atikus statements highlight the need for responsible and sustainable financial management in Nigeria.

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In Taraba state Nigeria a tragic incident occurred where students were trapped when their classrooms collapsed during an exam. According to reports the incident happened at the Government Girls Secondary School in Jalingo the state capital. It is believed that heavy rainfall and poor construction of the classrooms were the main factors that led to the collapse. The students were taking their exams when the incident occurred causing panic and chaos among the students and teachers. Fortunately no fatalities were reported but some students sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital for treatment. The incident highlights the need for proper infrastructure and safety measures in schools.

  • In Taraba state Nigeria a tragic incident occurred where students were trapped when their classrooms collapsed during an exam.

    According to reports the incident happened at the Government Girls Secondary School in Jalingo the state capital.

    It is believed that heavy rainfall and poor construction of the classrooms were the main factors that led to the collapse.

    The students were taking their exams when the incident occurred causing panic and chaos among the students and teachers.

    Fortunately no fatalities were reported but some students sustained injuries and were rushed to the hospital for treatment.

    The incident highlights the need for proper infrastructure and safety measures in schools.

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Former president Muhammadu Buhari says his inability to attend the 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African states (ECOWAS) held in Lagos on Wednesday was  due to a medical check-up in the UK. In a letter addressed to President Bola Tinubu Buhari congratulated the regional bloc on the…

  • Former president Muhammadu Buhari says his inability to attend the 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African states (ECOWAS) held in Lagos on Wednesday was  due to a medical check-up in the UK.

    In a letter addressed to President Bola Tinubu Buhari congratulated the regional bloc on the….

Sports Chelsea crush Real Betis 4-1 to clinch UEFA Conference League

Chelsea dominated their match against Real Betis in the UEFA Conference League scoring four goals and securing a 4-1 victory. The English team showed their superiority from the beginning with a goal from Kai Havertz in the 22nd minute. Real Betis tried to fight back but Chelseas defense was too strong. In the second half Chelseas dominance continued with goals from Christian Pulisic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Real Betis managed to score a goal in the 73rd minute but it was not enough to stop Chelseas impressive performance. With this win Chelsea secured their spot in the next round of the UEFA Conference League.

  • Chelsea dominated their match against Real Betis in the UEFA Conference League scoring four goals and securing a 4-1 victory.

    The English team showed their superiority from the beginning with a goal from Kai Havertz in the 22nd minute.

    Real Betis tried to fight back but Chelseas defense was too strong.

    In the second half Chelseas dominance continued with goals from Christian Pulisic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek.

    Real Betis managed to score a goal in the 73rd minute but it was not enough to stop Chelseas impressive performance.

    With this win Chelsea secured their spot in the next round of the UEFA Conference League.

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Mamman Ali the son of former PDP chairman has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for his involvement in a N2.2bn subsidy fraud case. The court found him guilty of using his company to defraud the government by falsely claiming subsidy payments for the importation of petroleum products. The case has been ongoing for seven years and Ali has maintained his innocence throughout the trial. However the court found him guilty and also ordered the forfeiture of his companys assets to the government. This case serves as a warning to others involved in fraudulent activities and highlights the governments commitment to fighting corruption.

  • Mamman Ali the son of former PDP chairman has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for his involvement in a N2.

    2bn subsidy fraud case.

    The court found him guilty of using his company to defraud the government by falsely claiming subsidy payments for the importation of petroleum products.

    The case has been ongoing for seven years and Ali has maintained his innocence throughout the trial.

    However the court found him guilty and also ordered the forfeiture of his companys assets to the government.

    This case serves as a warning to others involved in fraudulent activities and highlights the governments commitment to fighting corruption.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed new members for the governing councils of the University of Abuja University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) and Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka (NAU). In February President Tinubu dissolved the Governing Council of the University of Abuja and sacked the universitys vice-chancellor Aisha Maikudi amid controversy…

  • President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed new members for the governing councils of the University of Abuja University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN) and Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka (NAU).

    In February President Tinubu dissolved the Governing Council of the University of Abuja and sacked the universitys vice-chancellor Aisha Maikudi amid controversy….

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Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully neutralised a group of bandits in a community in Plateau state. The operation was carried out following intelligence reports of the bandits activities in the area. The troops engaged the bandits in a gun battle resulting in the death of several of them. The remaining bandits fled the scene leaving behind their weapons and ammunition. The operation was a significant success in the fight against insecurity in the state and has brought relief to the community. The Nigerian Army has continued to intensify efforts to rid the country of criminal elements and restore peace and security.

  • Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully neutralised a group of bandits in a community in Plateau state.

    The operation was carried out following intelligence reports of the bandits activities in the area.

    The troops engaged the bandits in a gun battle resulting in the death of several of them.

    The remaining bandits fled the scene leaving behind their weapons and ammunition.

    The operation was a significant success in the fight against insecurity in the state and has brought relief to the community.

    The Nigerian Army has continued to intensify efforts to rid the country of criminal elements and restore peace and security.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will leave Abuja today for Lagos to celebrate along with other leaders the 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The ECOWAS golden jubilee was flagged off in Accra last month. The Lagos events will include reenacting the 1975 declaration at the…

  • President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will leave Abuja today for Lagos to celebrate along with other leaders the 50th anniversary of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

    The ECOWAS golden jubilee was flagged off in Accra last month.

    The Lagos events will include reenacting the 1975 declaration at the….

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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed all telecommunications companies to inform their customers of any major network outages that may affect their services. This is in response to numerous complaints from customers about being left in the dark during network disruptions. The NCC believes that this measure will improve transparency and accountability in the telecoms industry and ensure that customers are adequately informed and prepared for any potential disruptions. The directive also includes a requirement for telecoms companies to provide detailed information on the cause of the outage and the estimated time for restoration. This move is expected to improve customer satisfaction and trust in the industry.

  • The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed all telecommunications companies to inform their customers of any major network outages that may affect their services.

    This is in response to numerous complaints from customers about being left in the dark during network disruptions.

    The NCC believes that this measure will improve transparency and accountability in the telecoms industry and ensure that customers are adequately informed and prepared for any potential disruptions.

    The directive also includes a requirement for telecoms companies to provide detailed information on the cause of the outage and the estimated time for restoration.

    This move is expected to improve customer satisfaction and trust in the industry.

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The Nigerian governments debt of N600 billion is having a negative impact on electricity generation according to the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). The company which is responsible for managing power plants in the Niger Delta region stated that the debt is affecting their ability to maintain and operate the plants resulting in reduced electricity production. This has led to frequent power outages and a decrease in the reliability of the power supply. The NDPHC is calling for urgent action to address the debt and improve the power sector which is crucial for economic growth and development in Nigeria.

  • The Nigerian governments debt of N600 billion is having a negative impact on electricity generation according to the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC).

    The company which is responsible for managing power plants in the Niger Delta region stated that the debt is affecting their ability to maintain and operate the plants resulting in reduced electricity production.

    This has led to frequent power outages and a decrease in the reliability of the power supply.

    The NDPHC is calling for urgent action to address the debt and improve the power sector which is crucial for economic growth and development in Nigeria.

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In Nigeria there is a debate over who can be considered a journalist. To help clarify this issue there are eight questions that should be answered before attempting to define a journalist. These questions include whether the person is a member of a professional journalistic organization if they have a journalism degree and if they have a track record of reporting. Other factors to consider are the type of content they produce their adherence to ethical standards and their level of independence. These questions aim to establish a clear understanding of what defines a journalist in Nigeria and ensure the integrity of the profession.

  • In Nigeria there is a debate over who can be considered a journalist.

    To help clarify this issue there are eight questions that should be answered before attempting to define a journalist.

    These questions include whether the person is a member of a professional journalistic organization if they have a journalism degree and if they have a track record of reporting.

    Other factors to consider are the type of content they produce their adherence to ethical standards and their level of independence.

    These questions aim to establish a clear understanding of what defines a journalist in Nigeria and ensure the integrity of the profession.

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A forum has expressed concern over the ongoing challenges in the power sector in Nigeria and has called for the revocation of the licences of distribution companies (Discos). The forum noted that despite the privatization of the power sector there has been no significant improvement in the supply of electricity to consumers. They also highlighted the issue of estimated billing and the need for transparency in the sector. The forum urged the government to take urgent action to address the issues and ensure that the power sector operates efficiently and effectively. They emphasized the importance of having a reliable and stable power supply for the countrys economic growth and development.

  • A forum has expressed concern over the ongoing challenges in the power sector in Nigeria and has called for the revocation of the licences of distribution companies (Discos).

    The forum noted that despite the privatization of the power sector there has been no significant improvement in the supply of electricity to consumers.

    They also highlighted the issue of estimated billing and the need for transparency in the sector.

    The forum urged the government to take urgent action to address the issues and ensure that the power sector operates efficiently and effectively.

    They emphasized the importance of having a reliable and stable power supply for the countrys economic growth and development.

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The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) has denied reports of meeting with a South-South governor ahead of his defection to the ruling party. According to the AGF the news of the meeting is a "lie from the pit of hell" and has no basis in truth. The governor in question had recently announced his intention to leave the opposition party and join the ruling party sparking speculation of a possible meeting with the AGF. However the AGF has strongly refuted these claims and stated that he has not met with any governor regarding their political affiliations.

  • The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) has denied reports of meeting with a South-South governor ahead of his defection to the ruling party.

    According to the AGF the news of the meeting is a "lie from the pit of hell" and has no basis in truth.

    The governor in question had recently announced his intention to leave the opposition party and join the ruling party sparking speculation of a possible meeting with the AGF.

    However the AGF has strongly refuted these claims and stated that he has not met with any governor regarding their political affiliations.

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Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar on Friday visited ex-governor of Osun State Rauf Aregbesola at his residence in the state. Atiku met with Aregbesola a former ally of President Bola Tinubu on Friday. The former Vice President posted a video of the meeting on X. Breakfast time at the residence of…

  • Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar on Friday visited ex-governor of Osun State Rauf Aregbesola at his residence in the state.

    Atiku met with Aregbesola a former ally of President Bola Tinubu on Friday.

    The former Vice President posted a video of the meeting on X.

    Breakfast time at the residence of….

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The Nigerian government has filed criminal charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti for making an assassination claim against the Minister of State for Labour and Employment Festus Keyamo. Akpoti had accused Keyamo of plotting to assassinate her during the 2019 general elections. The government has charged her with sedition criminal defamation and incitement to violence among other offenses. Akpoti has denied the allegations and her lawyer has stated that they will challenge the charges in court. This development highlights the ongoing political tensions and power struggles in Nigeria as well as the need for accountability and transparency in the countrys political system.

  • The Nigerian government has filed criminal charges against Senator Natasha Akpoti for making an assassination claim against the Minister of State for Labour and Employment Festus Keyamo.

    Akpoti had accused Keyamo of plotting to assassinate her during the 2019 general elections.

    The government has charged her with sedition criminal defamation and incitement to violence among other offenses.

    Akpoti has denied the allegations and her lawyer has stated that they will challenge the charges in court.

    This development highlights the ongoing political tensions and power struggles in Nigeria as well as the need for accountability and transparency in the countrys political system.

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Reps urge FG to rescue stranded Nigerians in Saudi through immigration and labour reforms.

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Spices are an important part of cooking across the world. They add flavour colour and aroma to food. But beyond cooking spices are a big business globally.  Spices come from parts of plants such as seeds roots bark and dried fruits. They can be used whole or ground. Some of…

  • Spices are an important part of cooking across the world.

    They add flavour colour and aroma to food.

    But beyond cooking spices are a big business globally.

    Spices come from parts of plants such as seeds roots bark and dried fruits.

    They can be used whole or ground.

    Some of….