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Day: August 25, 2023

African leaders must allow credible polls for democracy to thrive – Adeleke

Governor Adeleke warned that if democracy doesn’t produce development, there will be problems with the government system. The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has appealed to African leaders to make room for credible elections to guarantee the survival of democracy on the continent. The governor made the plea at the three-day executive retreat organised…

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Coupists give French Ambassador 48 hours to leave Niger

The Niger junta said the French ambassador refused to honour an invitation for a meeting with a minister on Friday. Military rulers in Niger Republic have given the French ambassador, Sylvain Itte, a 48-hour ultimatum to leave the country. The decision was disclosed by Niger’s minister of foreign affairs in a statement on Friday, August…

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P/Harcourt refinery to be back on stream December, Warri Q1 2024 – Minister

Earlier in his remarks, Kyari, said bringing back the refineries to their optimal levels was a national aspiration, adding that the NNPC Ltd remained focused on delivering that. The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to end petroleum product importation soon, as efforts are being redoubled to restore the nation’s local refining capacity. The Minister…

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Apapa’s claim to LP chairmanship is false – Julius Abure’s faction

Farouk said that the Appeal Court in Edo had since ruled that Abure was the authentic chairman of the LP. The Julius Abure faction of the Labour Party(LP) says the claim by Lamidi Apapa that the court has affirmed him as the authentic National Chairman of the party is false. Malam Umar Farouk, the National…

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It’s not too late to reconsider your actions – ECOWAS warns Niger junta

ECOWAS rejected the three-year power transition period proposed by the Niger junta. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has informed the Niger coup leaders that there’s still enough window for them to reconsider their stance over the demand for an immediate return to democratic rule, warning that the option of military force is…

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Kwara boy with 9As in WAEC wins 15 awards at graduation ceremony

The event, which was attended by several dignitaries, also commemorated the 20th year that Rehoboth College was established. Master Ololade Adesina, who made nine 9As in the 2023 West African Examination Council (WAEC), on Friday won 15 awards at the 15th graduation ceremony of Rehoboth College, Ilorin. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that…

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Army warns troops against unprofessional conducts at checkpoints

The Army said roadblocks and checkpoint are mainly security measures implemented by the authorities to monitor and control the movement of vehicle and people. The 82 Division Nigerian Army, has warned troops deployed to check points against taking gratification and any unprofessional conduct capable of portraying the service in bad light. The warning was conveyed…

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Nigerians will witness improved power supply soon – Minister

He expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for counting him worthy for the position of minister, pledging to exceed the expectations of Nigerians in general. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has promised Nigerians that they will witness improved power supply across the nation soon. Adelabu made the promise on Friday in a chat with…

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Army reacts to robbery attack on personnel in Benin

The Army said reports that the armed robbers made away with huge cash in a Ghana-Must-Go bag are entirely false. The Nigerian Army has said that no money was carted away when its military vehicle was attacked by armed robbers on Wednesday in Benin. Capt. Yemi Sokoya, Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, in a statement…

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Zulum donates 50 vehicles, 300 motorcycles to Army, others to fight terrorists

The Theatre Commander lauded the gesture, and assured that the facilities would be utilised to improve security across the state and the region. Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno has presented 50 patrol vehicles and 300 motorcycles to the Nigerian Army, police and volunteers to enhance counter insurgency operations in the state. Zulum, who presented the…

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