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FG’s direct cash transfer programme benefits 600,000 households, says Finance Minister
By Kunle Sanni The Federal Government’s direct cash transfer programme has provided financial relief to over 600,000 households, according to Minister of Finance Wale Edun. Speaking at a half-year review ministerial press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, themed “Economic Recovery and Growth: Progress and Prospects 2024,” Edun emphasized the programme’s crucial role in aiding vulnerable families and supporting economic recovery…
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Nationwide Protest: Police ask demonstrators to submit contact details
Ahead of the planned nationwide protest slated to start August 1, police authorities are requesting the details of the demonstrators. While briefing journalists in Abuja on Friday, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, specifically asked all groups planning to participate in the demonstrations to submit their details to the commissioners of police in their respective states. The reason…
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Hunger Protest: Adegboruwa writes IGP, DSS, requests protection for protesters
A human rights activist Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa (SAN) has notified security agencies, requesting protection over planned public meetings, rallies, and processions by a non-governmental body, the Take It Back Movement, its members, some patriotic Nigerians and groups. In the letter dated Friday, July 26, 2024, the senior advocate writing as solicitor to the Take It Back Movement notified the Inspector General of Police (IGP) and the…
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IGP warns against foreign involvement in proposed nationwide protest
The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has issued a stern warning to Nigerians regarding the involvement of foreign mercenaries in the proposed nationwide protest. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Friday, Egbetokun urged citizens to exercise caution and reconsider joining any protest groups. Egbetokun highlighted the intelligence reports at the Force’s disposal, revealing the participation of foreign elements in…
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Sub-National Climate Governance Performance Ranking, very important- Balarabe
By Kunle Sanni Minister of Environment Balarabe Lawal has highlighted the Sub-National Climate Governance Performance Ranking as a crucial tool for motivation, collaboration, and accountability in driving climate action across all levels of government. Speaking at an event organized by the Federal Ministry of Environment in collaboration with the Society for Planet and Prosperity (SPP), Lawal emphasized the ranking’s role…
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INEC confirms readiness for LG elections pending legal amendments
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is prepared to conduct Local Government elections nationwide if empowered by legal amendments, assured INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu. This statement was made during his appearance before the National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Prof. Yakubu highlighted the Commission’s readiness while briefing lawmakers on the preparations for the…
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IMPI condemns alleged insurrection plot under guise of peaceful protest
The Independent Media and Policy Initiative (IMPI) has criticized certain individuals and groups for allegedly preparing for insurrection under the guise of a peaceful protest. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Niyi Akinsiju, the policy analyst group emphasized that while protests are acceptable in a democracy, no government will tolerate calls for anarchy, riots, public disturbances, violence, or destruction…
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Senate summons CBN, NPA, NNPCL, Dangote, others
The Senate has revealed plans to summon the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Nigeria Port Authority (NPA), Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Dangote Group, and Minister of State for Petroleum, Heineken Lokpobiri among others, for questioning over alleged economic sabotage in the country’s petroleum industry. This was made known by the Leader of the Senate and Chairman of the…
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My mother carried my pregnancy for 1 year- Obasanjo
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Thursday, revealed that his mother carried his pregnancy for 12 months before his birth by Mrs Benice Obasanjo. Obasanjo attributed the delay in his birth to the influence of some witches and wizards who gave his mother a tough time before God’s intervention. According to a statement issued in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital by…
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Pres. Tinubu commends Nigeria-China partnership during meeting with Chinese Vice Minister
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja received the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, Chen Xiaodong, and commended the partnership between Nigeria and China. “For us, it is a new beginning with you. A relationship that has lasted over 50 years must be nourished, nurtured, and promoted. Our mutual commitment to…
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