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In a jubilant response to the Supreme Court's landmark verdict on Friday, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf conveyed his overwhelming happiness after being reinstated to his position. Governor Abba  Yusuf, in an exclusive interview,…
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Adebayo Ogunlesi's GIP Achieves Historic $12.5 Billion Sale to BlackRock, Reshaping Financial Landscape.  In an absolutely seismic shift within the business realm, Adebayo Ogunlesi's Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) is on the verge…
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Landmark Decision: Supreme Court Pronounces Caleb Mutfwang Victorious in Plateau Governorship Fray The Supreme Court has delivered a resounding judgment in the protracted Plateau state gubernatorial election. Caleb Mutfwang was…
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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo Olu, has extended an olive branch to his opponents from the 2023 governorship election, urging them to join forces in developing Lagos State. Sanwo Olu emphasized the importance of collaborative…
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In a landmark decision on Friday, the Supreme Court solidified Babajide Sanwo Olu  position as the duly elected Governor of Lagos State. Justice Garba Lawal, delivering the lead judgment, dismissed the appeal lodged by the Labour Party (LP)…
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Kano Supreme Court judgement has sacked APC candidate Nasiru Gawuna, who was declared the winner of Kano State Governorship Election by the Appeal and tribunal. In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has overturned the rulings of the…
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Kenneth Okonkwo Clarifies Departure from APC: "I Resigned, I Did Not Defect Renowned actor and Labour Party chieftain, Kenneth Okonkwo, has set the record straight regarding his departure from the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC),…
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In a decisive ruling, the Supreme Court has confirmed the election of Babajide Sanwo-Olu as the Governor of Lagos State. The lead judgment, delivered by Justice Garba Lawal, dismissed the appeal filed by Mr Rhodes-Vivour, upholding the…
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In a significant development, the governors of Plateau, Bauchi, Kano, and Zamfara states have converged at the Supreme Court in the capital city, Abuja. The anticipation is palpable as the apex court is poised to deliver verdicts on…
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Nnamdi Kanu, the embattled leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has reportedly severed ties with his legal team after an unsuccessful attempt to secure his release from continued incarceration. The decision was communicated to…
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Today, the Supreme Court is a fortress as security personnel lock down major routes, anticipating the pivotal decisions on the fate of eight governors. The governors facing electoral challenges include Babajide Sanwo-Olu (Lagos), Abba Yusuf…
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In a bid to revitalize Nigeria's steel industry, President Bola Tinubu has given the green light for the establishment of an inter-ministerial committee, with a primary focus on resurrecting the Ajaokuta Steel Mill. The committee is tasked…
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On Thursday, opposition leader Peter Obi presented a cheque of N75 million to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Specialist Hospital in Nkpor, Anambra. During the presentation, Mr. Obi explained that the donation included $50,000 raised for…
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Former President Goodluck Jonathan Mourns the Passing of Beloved Sister, Madam Obebhatein Jonathan. Former President Goodluck Jonathan is mourning the passing of his elder sister, Madam Obebhatein Jonathan, who peacefully departed this…
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Supreme Court Set to deliver Judgments: Tension Grips LP, PDP, APC Camps in 6 States. The Supreme Court of Nigeria has announced it will deliver judgments on the governorship elections held on March 18 in six states—Lagos,…
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Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and President Bola Tinubu have entered into a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The governor's arrival at the Villa around 5:35 p.m. raised eyebrows as he promptly headed to…
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Deputy Governor of CBN, Aisha Ahmad, Arrested Amidst Allegations of Share Fraud Aisha Ahmad, the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria overseeing Financial System Stability, has been apprehended and is currently under detention…
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The High Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Apo, former Minister of Power and Steel, Mr Olu Agunloye, has been granted bail amounting to N50 million over allegations of his involvement in a $6 billion contract fraud. The bail…
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The traditional ruler of Neni community in Anaocha Local Government Area of Anambra State, Igwe Damian Ezeani, who recently faced suspension, has issued a heartfelt apology to the Anambra State government and Governor Chukwuma Soludo.…
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Central Bank of Nigeria Appoints New Executives: Full List for Union, Keystone, and Polaris Banks In the wake of the Central Bank of Nigeria's dissolution of the boards and managements of Union Bank of Nigeria, Keystone Bank, and Polaris…
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