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US Lawmakers Meet Today Over Increased Killings In Nigeria

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US Lawmakers Meet Today Over Increased Killings In Nigeria

The United States House Appropriations Committee will lead a joint congressional briefing on Tuesday focused on the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, committee officials announced. According to a notice shared on Tuesday by US Congressman Riley Moore on X, House Appropriations Committee Vice Chair and National Security Subcommittee Chairman Mario Díaz-Balart will convene the session, joined by fellow Appropriators...

Defence Minister Resigns On Health Grounds

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Defence Minister Resigns On Health Grounds

President Bola Tinubu is set to name a new Minister of Defence this week following the sudden resignation of the incumbent, Badaru Abubakar, who quit the cabinet on health grounds. Abubakar’s resignation, which takes immediate effect, was conveyed in a letter dated December 1 and addressed to the President. The development was announced in a statement issued Monday evening by Tinubu’s...

Abia North Peace Foundation Commends Tinubu, Congratulates Neya Kalu On Ambassadorial Nomination

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Abia North Peace Foundation Commends Tinubu, Congratulates Neya Kalu On Ambassadorial Nomination

A foremost socio-political group championing the interests of Abia North Senatorial District, Abia North Peace Foundation (ANOF), has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for nominating Barrister Neya Uzor-Kalu as one of Nigeria’s new non-career ambassadors. In a statement issued on Friday by its Director-General, Chief Nnanna Ukaegbu, the Foundation described the nomination as a “well-considered recognition of capacity, character, and...

Tinubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination Taught Me Forgiveness — Reno Omokri

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Tinubu’s Ambassadorial Nomination Taught Me Forgiveness — Reno Omokri

Former presidential aide Reno Omokri says President Bola Tinubu’s decision to nominate him as an ambassador-designate has deepened his understanding of forgiveness and renewed his sense of patriotism. In a statement shared on Sunday via X, Omokri expressed gratitude to God, his family, and President Tinubu, describing the president’s gesture as a powerful act of leadership rooted in unity and...

“Trump’s Administration To Maintain a Pause On Asylum Decisions” – US Govt

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US Department of Justice Dismisses Eight Immigration Judges In New York

US President Donald Trump said Sunday his administration intends to maintain a pause on asylum decisions for “a long time” after an Afghan national allegedly shot two National Guard members near the White House, killing one of them. When asked to specify how long it would last, Trump said he had “no time limit” in mind for the measure, which...

“Tinubu Carries the Mandate To Choose Ambassadors” – Presidency

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"Tinubu Carries the Mandate To Choose Ambassadors" - Presidency

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Foreign Affairs and Protocol, Ademola Oshodi, has defended the President’s latest ambassadorial nominations, insisting that the selections reflect the President’s judgment of what is best for his administration and for the country. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s programme, Morning Brief, on Monday, Oshodi said political appointments to diplomatic positions were...

Amaechi Dismisses Suggestion To Run As Atiku’s VP

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Amaechi Dismisses Suggestion To Run As Atiku's VP

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed suggestions that he may run as a vice-presidential candidate with the former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, or be part of any joint presidential ticket in the 2027 elections. Amaechi declared that he is running for the presidency and will not be a running mate to anybody. His statement comes after Atiku’s political ally...

Crude-for-loans: NNPCL To Pay N8.07tn Outstanding Debt

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Crude-for-loans: NNPCL To Pay N8.07tn Outstanding Debt

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited is burdened with crude-backed loan obligations estimated at N8.07tn, according to an analysis of its 2024 financial statements and capital-commitment disclosures. The liabilities stretch across multiple forward-sale and project-financing arrangements that are expected to be serviced through substantial crude oil and gas deliveries. The commitments have become a major pillar of NNPCL’s funding structure...

“FG To Unveil Terrorism Financiers Identities Soon” — Bwala

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"FG To Unveil Terrorism Financiers Identities Soon" — Bwala

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has disclosed that the Federal Government will soon reveal the identities of individuals and networks responsible for financing terrorism in the country. Speaking during an interview on a programme on Television Continental on Sunday, Bwala said the Tinubu administration is already taking “far-reaching decisions” on national security, which...

FG, ASUU To Agree On Proposed 40% Pay Increase

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FG, ASUU To Agree On Proposed 40% Pay Increase

The Federal Government has reportedly proposed a 40 per cent salary increase for lecturers under the Academic Staff Union of Universities, sources familiar with the development told our correspondent in Abuja. The proposal comes as ASUU leadership prepares to return to the negotiation table with the Federal Government delegation headed by Yayale Ahmed. The union’s decision follows a consensus reached at...

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