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Governor Abiodun: I won’t run government of cronies, family
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has promised not to run a government of “cronies and family” but ensure equitable allocation of resources across the state.
Yoruba elders urges President Buhari to check herders to prevent anarchy
The Yoruba Council of Elders (YCE) has advised the Presidency to check the killing spree of the herders, especially in Yorubaland to prevent people from resorting to self-defence and anarchy.
Akure community seeks to produce Ondo assembly speaker
As the inauguration of the ninth Ondo State House of Assembly draws near, the people of Akure, the state capital, have demanded that the community be allowed to produce the next speaker of the Assembly.
Bayelsa guber: Ex-President Jonathan warns against violence
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has declared that Bayelsans would reject any governorship candidate that allows violence during the election.
Lagos uncovers plot to disrupt ongoing polio vaccination
The Lagos State Government says it has uncovered plot by a non-governmental organisation (NGO) by administering harmful vaccines to children to disrupt the ongoing Polio vaccination in the state.
Bishop wants politicians to see their positions as temporary, servant leaders
The Anglican Bishop of Owo, Ondo state, Rt Rev. Stephen Fagbemi, has advised politicians to see their positions as temporary and to be accountable as good stewards.
Burundi court seizes assets of opposition figures
Burundi's chief justice has ordered the seizure of property belonging to jailed army officers and exiled opposition activists accused of supporting a supposed coup plot against President Pierre Nkurunziza.
FRSC seeks legislation to support road safety activities
Mr Uchechukwu Wihioka, Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kwara Command, has called for good legislation that will support road safety activities.
Edo APC leaders warn members against anti-party agenda
Leaders of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Edo State have warned aggrieved members of the party to desist from engaging in mischief and mischievous behaviour capable of putting the party in jeopardy in the state.
Sudan mediators propose two transition councils
Sudanese mediators facilitating talks between the army rulers and protest leaders have proposed the country have two transition councils, with one led by generals overseeing security, a protest leader said Sunday.
Polio: Lagos government to immunise children aged 0-5
In response to the discovery of environmental Polio Virus strains in Lagos State, the Lagos State Government will embark on House to House polio Immunisation for all children aged 0-five years, irrespective of the previous immunisation status.
World Press Freedom Day: Bayelsa NUJ seeks security for journalists
The Bayelsa Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) on Friday called on governments to provide adequate security for journalists deployed for elections.
Why mob killed six bandits leaders in Zamfara
Six leaders of different notorious bandits gang were killed by mob in Birnin Magaji emir’s palace in Zamfara state on Wednesday.
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Zamfara governor urges Nigeria to embrace biofuel, electric cars
Clouds of tear gas billowed near the Montparnasse Tower on Wednesday as police used force to suppress violence during annual May Day demonstrations marking workers' rights.
Nuhu Ribadu: Why governors are often under probe
The pioneer chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nuhu Ribadu, has said Nigerian governors are often subject of corruption probes because they control a large chunk of resources and exercise power in their states.
Access Bank, stakeholders seek improved approach to SDGs
Leaders and stakeholders in the financial industry at Access Bank sustainability summit called for an improved approach to the attainment of the 18 Sustainable Development Goals.
African leaders give Sudan military more time for reforms
African leaders meeting in Cairo agreed to give Sudan’s ruling military council more time to implement democratic reforms, Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi on Tuesday said.
Senator-elect Jibrin Isah: Why Governor Yahaya Bello deserves second term
Senator-elect of Kogi East Senatorial District, Alhaji Jibrin Isah, has backed the second term ambition of the state governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello.
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Senate President: Senator Lawan’s emergence excites Yobe people
The people of Yobe, the home state of the new President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, have expressed excitement over his emergence as the head of the Red Chamber, saying “it is a reflection of national interest.”
Ninth Assembly: Aminu Achida emerges Sokoto Assembly speaker
He became the speaker after beating Alhaji Abdullahi Sidi (APC-Gwadabawa South) in a close contest conducted by the 30 members-elect, under the supervision of the Acting Clerk of the Assembly, Alhaji Abdulrazak Shehu.
Eteng Jonas-Williams emerges as new speaker Cross River
The Cross River State House of Assembly has elected Eteng Jonas-Williams as the Speaker of the 9th Assembly and Joseph Bassey as the Deputy Speaker respectively.
Bayelsa guber: Former NAEC chief enters race
The quest for the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship ticket has begun with former director-general of National Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC), Dr Franklin Erepamo Osaisai, declaring to contest with an assurance that he intends to build on the legacies of Governor Henry Seriake Dickson if elected governor on November 16.
Governor Akeredolu pledges adequate teachers, facilities for Ondo schools
The Ondo State governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has expressed the readiness of his administration to provide adequate number of teachers in the public colleges and primary schools across the 18 local government of the state .
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N5bn libel suit: Ibrahim Magu closes case against Sun newspaper
The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Ibrahim Magu, has closed his case in the N5 billion libel suit he filed against the publishers of the Sun newspaper.
Canadian man opens safe locked for 40 years on first try
A man has spoken of his “total disbelief” after opening a safe that had been locked for 40 years on his first try.
Governor Makinde issues proclamation on Oyo 9th Assembly
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has issued the proclamation for the inauguration of the 9th Session of the State House of Assembly.
Uche Nwosu: Governor Ihedioha has no plan for governance
The Imo State governorship candidate of the Action Alliance (AA) in the 2019 election, Uche Nwosu, has challenged the state governor, Emeka Ihedioha, to unfold the programmes he has for the people of the state instead of embarking on a “wild goose chase”.
Judge absence stalls trial of six suspects in Zainab drug ordeal
The trial of six cargo handlers accused of planting illegal substance in passengers luggage at Mallam Aminu International Airport, Kano, again failed to hold today following absence of the presiding judge.