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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has stepped down the controversial counter subversion bill amidst backlashes. The bill had proposed 10 years of jail term, with an option of N5 million…
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A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has ruled to dismiss the seven-member Caretaker Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, which was led by Tony Okocha. This committee was previously…
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Agip Oil Company sold to Tinubu’s Nephew. Italian oil giant Eni announced on Wednesday that it had received approval from the Nigerian government to proceed with the proposed sale of Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC) to Oando, managed by…
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Senator Ezenwa Francis Onyewuchi of Labour Party Defects to APC, Backs President Tinubu.  Abuja, Nigeria—In what appears to be a totally unimaginable political decision, Senator Ezenwa Francis Onyewuchi of the Labour Party, who…
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The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed an appeal filed by Philip Shaibu, the embattled Deputy Governor of Edo State, challenging the primary election that produced Asue Ighodalo as the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) candidate for the…
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Mr. Clement Siakpere has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Hon. Isaiah Esiowva on his recent victory and swearing-in as the Executive Chairman of Okpe Local Government Council. This milestone was officiated by His Excellency, Rt.…
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Biden Withdraws from 2024 Presidential Race.  United States President Joe Biden announced Sunday that he is dropping out of his reelection battle with Donald Trump, in a historic move that plunges the already turbulent 2024 White House…
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Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu Dumps PDP, Returns to APC. Benin City, Edo State – The reinstated deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, has officially returned to the All Progressives Congress (APC) in a significant…
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The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court on Friday dismissed a suit filed by Kenneth Imansuangbon, which sought to disqualify Olumide Akpata as the Labour Party’s (LP) candidate for the September 21 Edo governorship election. Justice…
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Two Abia State Executive Council Members Resign Voluntarily. Abia State – There has been a serious revamping of the Abia State Executive Council as two members resigned their positions. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ukoha…
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Abuja – In a precipitous and dramatic turn of events, the Nigerian Senate has removed Senator Ali Ndume as the Chief Whip. Mohammed Monguno has been appointed to replace him. His sacking came just days after Mr. Ndume, one of the vocal…
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Former Senate President, Anyim Pius Anyim, Formally Dumps PDP for APC. Abakaliki, Ebonyi State – In a significant political shift, former Senate President and Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator Anyim…
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Delta State Local Government Election Coverage. Ejes Gist News is committed to providing you with the most up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of the Delta State Local Government Election. Held across 25 Local Government Areas (LGAs),…
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Tinubu Appoints New Leadership to Nigerian Ports Authority. President Bola Tinubu has relieved Mohammed Bello-Koko of his duties as the Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority and appointed, in his place, Dr. Abubakar…
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Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has asserted that no one is immune to being voted out of power by the people. In a post on his X handle on Wednesday, Bashir cautioned that an upset could occur in the…
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The upcoming local government elections in Delta State will be a crucial test for the All Progressives Congress (APC), as the party grapples with internal discord and a wave of defections, particularly at the grassroots level. While the…
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The Court of Appeal has confirmed Martins Amaewhule as the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly and reinstated 24 other lawmakers. This ruling overturns a state High Court order that had restrained these 25 legislators,…
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President Bola Tinubu has Appointed Mr. Olatunji Bello as the new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice-Chairman of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). Ejes Gist News reports his appointment is…
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G-60 Commends Rivers State Governor Fubara for Seamless Transition to New Caretaker Chairmen. In a significant political development, opposition federal lawmakers, united under the G-60 coalition, have praised Rivers State Governor,…
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ISU LGA, Imo, Nigeria – In a heartfelt address to the esteemed members of the ISU Local Government Area, Hon. Nwabekee Christian Ekezie, also known as AGOGO, has formally declared his candidacy for the position of Chairman. With a…
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