Index to Nigerian Newspapers

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Tribune, Monday, March 04, 2024, pg.7

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A few weeks after the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport reopened for flights, including to Lagos, despite the significant revenue losses incurred by Nigeria during the closure, "Nigerians reacted rightfully and of course, According to a motion presented by Senator Dino Melaye, the cost for the construction of the runway was too high. when she presented the motion.

Tribune, Monday, January 10, 2022, pg.6

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Fast rising singer, Toby Grey, has established herself as one of the sought after artistes that are currently rocking the Music Industry. With more than six hit songs to her credit, Grey said, she was not surprised about her fast rise and was quick to add that, her best is yet to come

Tribune, Saturday, May 27, 2017, pg.2

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Tribune, Sunday, February 04, 2024, pg.25

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 01, 2022, pg.7

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Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission Professor Mahmood Yakubu, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Tagged ‘Nigeria 2023 Final Report, ’ also expressed strong reservations about the conduct of the INEC. Diverse opinions have been expressed by political parties, Such diverse opinions should normally be expected,The European Union Electoral Observation Mission for the 2023 general elections in Nigeria led by Barry Andrews in its report, tagged ‘Nigeria 2023 Final Report, ’ also expressed strong reservations about the conduct of the INEC.

Tribune, Wednesday, July 05, 2023, pg.5

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The  Ekiti state governor,  Dr kayode fayemi has raised the alarm that some people within the ruling. All progressive congress Apc are plotting to discredit him down ahead of the 2023 presidency, there have been reports that the governor is 23 pnursing  the ambition to suceed president muhammadu Buhari. The statement reads the plot, as uncovered is to jobbers from different parts of country to defame the Ekiti state governor. Therefore we do not believe it is  proper decent or strategic for any aspirant to think his campaign can onlynot be diustracted with the intricacus in 20olitics.

Tribune, Friday, July 01, 2022, pg.28

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24 dead, several missing in Nigeria boat accident. Tragedy struck in Niger state on sunday after a boat capsized in the mokwa  area of the state .the exact number of people on board the boat and the cause of the accident could not be confirmed as  of the time of filing in this report speaking with channels television call, channel through a telephone call, chairman of mokwa local government, jibrim muregi, confirmed the incident, saying rescue effort were ongoing. he confirmed that are dead bodies had been recovered, adding that three community members of Gbajibo, Ekwa and yankiade were also affected ''when contracted, the state police public relations offcier PPRO waqu. Abiodun confirmed the accident. he , however, said available information at the police disposal suggests that 13 people lost their lives.

Tribune, Thursday, November 09, 2023, pg.27

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Many bank customers in Nigeria are expressing discontent over the newly implemented 7.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) on certain electronic banking services, arguing that it adds to their financial burdens. Customers have urged the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to prevent banks from exploiting them under this tax regime. They highlighted various charges that will be affected, including fees for mobile banking, USSD transactions, and card services. Concerns were raised about the government's focus on tax collection without improving citizens' welfare, as salaries remain stagnant while banking charges increase. Customers called for better regulation of banks and a reconsideration of the VAT remittance timeline, citing discouraging cumulative charges that may dissuade them from using banking services.

Tribune, Monday, January 19, 2026, pg.6

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Tribune, Thursday, February 15, 2024, pg.7

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Tribune, Monday, March 04, 2024, pg.2

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A seven-man delegation of the Confederation of African Football(CAF), on Tuesday, visited the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium to inspect facilities ahead of the 36th Africa Nations’ Cup, Nigeria is bidding to co-host with its neighbouring Benin Republic in 2027. 

The CAF inspection team was led on a facility tour of the 15,000-capacity stadium by Mrs. Sabina Chikere, the Permanent Secretary, Edo State Sports Commission.

Chikere, who is also the General Coordinator of Bendel Insurance FC presented a souvenir with the inscription: ‘Edo at a Glance’ to the visiting team.

The Edo Sports Commission Permanent Secretary who described the CAF inspection visit as a welcome development said she is happy to be a part of the progress made by Governor Godwin Obaseki in sports infrastructure development which has attracted international competition to Edo state.

“As we all know, Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium is one of the best stadiums in Nigeria and we are working towards having the best in Africa. We always feel fulfilled and proud by the remarks and commendations made by our visitors and inspection teams each time they come here. 

Tribune, Wednesday, August 09, 2023, pg.31

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.7

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.7

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.7

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.7

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Tribune, Monday, December 02, 2024, pg.2

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Tribune, Monday, December 02, 2024, pg.2

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Tribune, Monday, December 02, 2024, pg.2

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Tribune, Monday, March 18, 2024, pg.3

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.2

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Tribune, Sunday, September 10, 2023, pg.22

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Tribune, Wednesday, February 02, 2022, pg.13

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Tribune, Friday, July 01, 2022, pg.13

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IN a move to forestall the impreachment of ondo state deputy governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, National chairman of the All progressive congress, Abdullahi Umar  Ganduje, has set up a nine man trouble-shooting team to resolve the misunderstanding between Aiyedatiwa and his principal, Rotimi Akerdolu. Chief press secretary to the APC National chairman, Edwin Olofu, disclosed this in a statement lastnight. According to statement ,former governor of kastina state, Aminu Bello Masari, will lead the peace committee, not only to intervene, but also see to the peaceful reconciliation of all parties involved' Ganduje in the statement expressed concern 'about  the unfortunate political situation in ondo state, which if not quickly averted may lead  tofurther disaffection among party faithful.'' Nigerian Tribune checks revealed that the ondo state House of Assembly has since commenced an impreachment process against theembattled deputy governor as it, wrote a letter to Aiyedatiwa, over an allegation of gross misconduct while he was in office as an acting governor. Defendants in the suit include the ondo state government, 

Tribune, Friday, September 29, 2023, pg.28

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Former Nigerian Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, has filed a motion to challenge the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's (EFCC)'s powers to prosecute him for alleged $6 billion in contract fraud. The EFCC alleged that Agunloye illegally awarded a contract for the construction of a 3,960 MW Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Station without any budgetary provision, approval, or cash backing. Agunloye was also alleged to have corruptly received a kickback of N3.6 million from the company he awarded the contract to. The defendant, who also served as a Minister of State for Defence, pleaded not guilty to the seven-count charge against him. At the resumed proceedings, the 76-year-old defendant queried the EFCC's powers to try him over the alleged offenses, arguing that the agency was bereft of both the investigative and prosecutorial powers under Sections 6, 7, and 46 of the EFCC Act, 2004 to initiate the case against him.

Tribune, Monday, December 02, 2024, pg.3

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.2

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Justice Peter Kekemeke of the FCT High Court granted the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) permission to take over the prosecution of Professor Mike Ozekhome SAN, who faces fraud charges by the ICPC. During the court proceedings, it was stated that the AGF's decision to assume the case was aligned with Section 174 of the Nigerian Constitution and aimed at enhancing the prosecution's effectiveness and ensuring fairness in the criminal justice system. The DPPF assured the court that Ozekhome's rights would be protected. The court was informed of the charges against Ozekhome, including receiving property linked to alleged fraud and using a false document to claim ownership. The case was adjourned to February 24 for arraignment.

Tribune, Monday, January 19, 2026, pg.4

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Tribune, Tuesday, March 19, 2024, pg.28

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Tribune, Monday, March 18, 2024, pg.28

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) is tinkering with the idea of adopting consensus for elective offices ahead of the 2023 presidential election. This could help reduce tension and consolidate individual grips on states and senatorial areas. Some promoters are chairmanship aspirants and others are interested in consolidating their individual grip on their states and senatorial areas.

Tribune, Saturday, October 01, 2022, pg.23

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There are indications that key players in the forthcoming convention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are tinkering with the  idea of the party adopting consensus for elective offices. The belief among tghe advocates is that the consensus option could lessen tension across board, following suspicious in certain quarters over the process that would culminated into trhe conduct of the elective convention. Eight All Progressives Congress Stalwarts are in the contest for the position of national chairman with reports that some aspirants are reportedly facing tough challeges in having a firm grip of their immediate constituencies, as rival contenders dig into their areaws. Former and serving senators, as well as three governors are contesting for the post of national chairman currently occupied by Governor Mala Mai Buni of Yobe State in an interim capacityfollowing the Comrade Adams Oshiomole as substantive chairman about a year ago. Some of invitees, according to a source, include All Pprogressives Congress interim national chairman, Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State,chairmanship aspirants and other influential party members. The organisers were reportedly excited that President Buhari warned of an imminent loss of power by the All Progressives Congress in 2023 if the party failed to put its house in order.

Tribune, Monday, January 10, 2022, pg.23

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Tribune, Monday, October 23, 2023, pg.23

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 01, 2022, pg.31

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Tribune, Monday, October 23, 2023, pg.22

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Tribune, Monday, February 26, 2024, pg.27

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Human rights lawyer, femi falana, has asked the department of state services DSS to release the suspended chairman of the economic and financial crimes commission EFCC,Mr Abdulrasheed Bawa, from illegal custody without any further delay. in a statement made available to the media on sunday, the remand order issued by  magistrate s' court in the federal capital territory has become spent, invalid and illegal as no magistrate has the power under section 493 of the Administration of criminal suspect for 67days without trial. Indeed, under the adminisration of criminal justice Act, the cumulative lifespan of  a remand order is 56days.                                 

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.5

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Human rights lawyer, femi falana, has asked the department of state services DSS to release the suspended chairman of the economic and financial crimes commission EFCC,Mr Abdulrasheed Bawa, from illegal custody without any further delay. in a statement made available to the media on sunday, the remand order issued by  magistrate s' court in the federal capital territory has become spent, invalid and illegal as no magistrate has the power under section 493 of the Administration of criminal suspect for 67days without trial. Indeed, under the adminisration of criminal justice Act, the cumulative lifespan of  a remand order is 56days.                                 

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.5

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Tribune, Monday, February 26, 2024, pg.7

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Tribune, Sunday, November 03, 2024, pg.22

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The former head of state to federation and finance chief olu falae has refuse the  claims made against him by former ondo state governor Sunday tribune described chief    Akande as a reckless pension that speaks without  thinking .Former  osun state  governor in his  autobiography . My paticipation for .The spirt of patriotium as they have been Glamour for a sovereign  Natiomal conference .Akande wrote  i dont think  it is worth  my comment and integrity.  so i cannot  other wise someone from establishment sector came and they  aware  of the manager not paying my salary ,the way forward  for Nigeria in Lagos 2025 and in which it advocated the convocation of sovereign National conference  as a means of resolving  the nigeria  crises. Akande refused to go to the conference. the other were from Aferelere leader  norminated to the federal government amongs the nation elder statemen.

Tribune, Tuesday, February 01, 2022, pg.-2

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A Boat conveying over 80 passengers capised in karim lamido midway through the benue River on saturday evening. A source in the area jessy Danladi, told channels Television that a few minutes after the incident, three bodies were recovered by fisherman in the area. someweeks ago, about conveying more than 40 passengers from niger to kebbi state also capized.last month, 26 people 19 others died in a similar accident in Adamawa state.

Tribune, Monday, October 30, 2023, pg.26

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Tribune, Sunday, November 03, 2024, pg.4

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The Vatican announced that Catholic cardinals will gather in the Sistine Chapel on May 7 to begin voting for a new pope following the death of Pope Francis on April 21 at age 88. While 252 cardinals were summoned to Rome, only 135 under the age of 80 are eligible to vote in the secretive conclave, which requires a two-thirds majority. Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti noted the fraternal atmosphere among the diverse global voters, while Spanish Cardinal Jose Cobo predicted an unpredictable outcome. Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the former secretary of state under Pope Francis, is considered a frontrunner by British bookmakers William Hill, leading ahead of Filipino Luis Antonio Tagle, Ghana's Peter Turkson, Matteo Zuppi of Bologna, Guinea's Robert Sarah, and Pierbattista Pizzaballa of Jerusalem. Roberto Regoli, a professor at the Pontifical Gregorian University, suggested the conclave might be lengthy as the Church seeks a leader to unify factions polarized by the previous reforms. Cardinal Dieudonne Nzapalainga from the Central African Republic emphasized the need for a courageous, universal leader to guide the Church through modern uncertainties. Meanwhile, ordinary Catholics like Patrizia Spotti, visiting Rome for the 2026 Jubilee holy year, expressed hope for a successor similar to Pope Francis who can address challenging issues like low church attendance and past clerical abuse scandals.

Tribune, Monday, April 28, 2025, pg.5

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, pg.17

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Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.3

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Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.3

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Tribune, Wednesday, April 03, 2024, pg.7

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Following the expiration of the seven-day deadline issued by Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for Niger junta to reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum, the West African has issued more economic sanctions on Niger.

President Bola Tinubu has ordered fresh sanctions through the Central Bank of Nigeria on entities, and individuals related to and involved with the military junta in Niger Republic.

The Special Adviser to the President, Media, and Public Affairs, Ajuri Ngelale disclosed this during a press conference on Tuesday, noting that these sanctions are based on the position of financial sanctions meted out on the military junta in the Niger Republic by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) heads of states. The Niger coup leaders on Tuesday also vowed to resist external pressure to reinstate ousted President Mohamed Bazoum after The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) imposed sanctions and Western allies suspended aid.

Tribune, Wednesday, August 09, 2023, pg.3

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, pg.25

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Tribune, Wednesday, April 03, 2024, pg.6

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The federal opertions units zone A of the nigeria customs service NCCS customs at the weekend reveded that is it seizes 702950 kilogramme begged foreign parboiled rice trailers across different locations in the south west. Addressing newsmen on the seize level in legislative the acting controller geraid of customs, Adewale Adeniyi, lamented  the contious  importation of foreign rice win cotrary to the federal government effort to revive the return 's agricultural sector. the customs' breb sad and today briefing npertains to the commendable interception of approxinately 12 trailer loads of foreign parboiled rice by federal operations unit zone A on october 6 lmporters and licensed agents are urged to make sincere declarations, adore to existing imports and export guidelines and avoid the risk of losing their investment.

Tribune, Sunday, September 10, 2023, pg.26

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The  Nigeria customs service  kebbi  Area  command has intercepted 150 customs of premium motor spirt pms otherwise o o oknown as petrol and 389 kilogrammes of cannabis satwa worth one week into the 20million  to the new year . public  relation  offcer of the customs.  Mauuam Nasiru management in Birnin kebbi that the secure were  made at not different locations within the  state  based  on   credible intelligence ..similar  by  higher coperatives of  the  command  on  friday  january nsc attempt of struggler to take petroleum products out of the  country  throgh the River Niger in yauri town.

Tribune, Saturday, October 01, 2022, pg.27

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Tribune, Monday, October 23, 2023, pg.30

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Tribune, Monday, October 23, 2023, pg.30

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Tribune, Sunday, November 03, 2024, pg.4

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The Diphtheria outbreak continues to pose a huge threat to Nigerian communities, affecting children in 27 states and with no fewer than 137 deaths and 1,534 confirmed cases recorded between May 2022 and 2023.

Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) Diphtheria Situation Report, on Tuesday, indicated that worst hits states in Nigeria were Kano and Yobe State, with Kano (1,055), Yobe (232), Kaduna (85), Katsina (58), Bauchi (47) and the Federal Capital Territory (18) accounting for 99.3 per cent of all suspected cases.

The latest report said a total of 1,506 suspected cases were reported from 11 states across 59 Local Government Areas, with 39 deaths recorded among all confirmed cases and a Case Fatality Rate (CFR) of 6.7 per cent. Cumulatively for May 2022 to July 2023, it said, “A total of 4,160 suspected cases have been reported from 27 states across 139 LGAs in the country. Kano (3,233), Yobe (477), Katsina (132), Kaduna (101), Bauchi (54), FCT (41) & Lagos (30) account for 97.8% of suspected cases.

Tribune, Wednesday, August 09, 2023, pg.10

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The Southern Kaduna People’s Union has described the recent invitation extended to Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, the youth advised Kukah not to honour the purported invitation, saying that some Nigerians have fallen victim of such invitation. A statement issued by the SOKAPU National Youth leader, “Without ruling out any possibility of harm,.

Tribune, Monday, January 10, 2022, pg.3

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Tribune, Monday, February 26, 2024, pg.2

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Tribune, Monday, February 26, 2024, pg.6

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The rice president professor yemi osinbanjo said following is latest against unconstitutetinal secure of power leader of member state in the economic community of power leader of member state Ecowas have shown strong resolve and commitment to issues of good goverance and democracy in sub region .Ecowas indeed all  and international community will take over issues of good goverance and democratic enterprise Guinea Ecowas noted that it remained concerned about the slow progress at the transition press four month after the coup. Aside from vice president  who presided at the summit were president maicky sail of senegal. George wubah of libares patricia Takon of Benin Republic among others.

Tribune, Tuesday, November 01, 2022, pg.2

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The Economic community of west african states ECOWAS has rejected Niger junta s' three-year power tramsition plan ECOWAS commissioner for political affairs, peace and security, Abdel-Fatau musa  '' the eare the  stated this during interview with the british broadcasting corporation BBC on sunday. ECOWAS is not accepting any prolonged transition again in the region. ''they just have to get ready to hand over in the shortest possible time'' he said, adding that the military aspect is very much on''. the earlier they give power back to civilians and concentrate on their primary responsibility .

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.27

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Tribune, Monday, February 19, 2024, pg.23

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Tribune, Tuesday, November 01, 2022, pg.27

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 13, 2024, pg.3

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 13, 2024, pg.3

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 20, 2024, pg.5

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Tribune, Tuesday, November 01, 2022, pg.6

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Farmers under the auspices of Wheat Farmers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria said they have identified 77,000 hectares of farmland for dry season wheat cultivation.

The President of the Association Wing Comdr Shuaibu Hamza (Rtd) stated this recently during a meeting of Commodity Association Presidents in Abuja.

He said that already, there are over 20,000 farmers who are on standby for government to support in terms of inputs, finance, and security to begin cultivation this coming dry season. Hamza said Nigerian wheat production suffered serious setback when farmers were convinced to abandon the country’s local varieties of wheat when the colonialist arrived. He, however, said that current efforts by designated research institutes have developed four different varieties of wheat which have been tried in many locations and the results were satisfactory.

Tribune, Wednesday, August 09, 2023, pg.7

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Nigeria beans farmers over the years have been atloss as they keep planting the same variety of beans which has long maturity time low yield as subceptible to pest attacks. with commercial release of this bean variety ,beans farmers in the country received the seed while the AATF trained extention Agent worked, directly with the farmers  in their fields.Nigeria Migbacknere Eugenia an extention worker of the African Agriculture Technologies foundation. Enugu state, The performance is very marvellous and the growth and encouraging the local variety .I Have contacted the head master of the school that cchildren dropped out of that  my kids are coming back as proceeds from planning to expand their farms because of the bumper harvest.

Tribune, Friday, April 01, 2022, pg.12

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Tribune, Tuesday, April 02, 2019, pg.14

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 27, 2024, pg.27

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Tribune, Friday, July 01, 2022, pg.6

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Tribune, Friday, July 01, 2022, pg.6

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Authorities of federal universities made fact clear enough in explaining the rationale behind new fees.  The federal universities in Nigeria remain tuition-free. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to his promise of ensuring that every Nigerian, regardless of the economic situation of their parents, have access to quality tertiary education. In addition to the Students’ Loans Scheme, under the Student Loans Bill signed into law by President Tinubu last month, which will go into implementation ahead of the next academic session in September, the Federal Government will also strengthen other mechanisms to support indigent students.

Tribune, Thursday, July 27, 2023, pg.30

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Authorities of federal universities made fact clear enough in explaining the rationale behind new fees.  The federal universities in Nigeria remain tuition-free. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains committed to his promise of ensuring that every Nigerian, regardless of the economic situation of their parents, have access to quality tertiary education. In addition to the Students’ Loans Scheme, under the Student Loans Bill signed into law by President Tinubu last month, which will go into implementation ahead of the next academic session in September, the Federal Government will also strengthen other mechanisms to support indigent students.

Tribune, Thursday, July 27, 2023, pg.30

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Tribune, Monday, December 02, 2024, pg.11

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The federal Government has declared monday, october 2, as a public holiday to mark Nigerias 63rd independence celebration. minister of interior, olubunmi tunji, ojo, made the declaration on thursday in Abuja, on behalf of the federal government, in a statement signed by the permanent secretary of the ministry, oluwatoyin Akinlade. tunji-ojo congratulated all nigerians at Diaspora and assured Nigerians at home and in diaspora and assured Nigerians of the governments' continued commitment to tackling challenges facing the country.while noting that it is a known fact that it is a known fact that difficult socioeconomic and security challenges are mglobal, he said nigeria is not isolated. human capital and the richness of our land make nigeria unargusbly the leading black nation in the world, being Africa pride ande beacon of hope for the 'renewed hope' of president Bola Tinubu.

Tribune, Friday, September 29, 2023, pg.23

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.6

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The federal government on sunday unveiled plans to empower five million Nigerians through the expanded  N-power programme manager, Dr Akindele Egbuwalo, explained that the suspension of the scheme was aimeg at eliminating ghost beneficiaries. while expressing dismay over the inadequacies observed in the implementation of  the minister assured that no beneficiary will be owed under the new dispensation. she said; '' it is imperative to inform Nigerians, paticulary beneficiaries of the N-power progamme across the country, of the temporary suspension of the progamme.we assure all beneficiaries with geuine claims that we will resolve their cases once we complete the verification exercise and honour all valid outstanding obligations no body will be owed'', the minister assured.

Tribune, Sunday, September 10, 2023, pg.25

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A professor of Nomadic Architecture and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Caleb University, Imota, Lagos, Professor Adedeji Daramola, has called on the Federal Government to consider the research conducted by the Centre for Architectural Research and Development Overseas (CARDO) at Newcastle University in the United Kingdom and the University of Ilorin for solutions to farmers-herders crisis in the country. Prof. Daramola disclosed this while addressing the second national conference of CARDO, with the theme, “Cattle Beyond Crisis: Examining Nigeria’s Cattle Resources.

Tribune, Tuesday, July 04, 2023, pg.13

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The Federal Inland Revenue Service has ordered banks to immediately find and close all unauthorized accounts used for collecting taxes and levies that are not connected to its automated system called TaxPro Max. The directive, aimed at boosting transparency, improving tax collection efficiency, and making payment reconciliation smoother, was issued through a public notice signed by the Chairman of the agency, Zacch Adedeji, and shared with the media by his Special Adviser on Media, Dare Adekanmbi.The locally developed TaxPro Max platform simplifies several official processes, such as registering taxpayers, filing returns, making payments, and issuing certificates that show clear tax status. Under this new order, all future tax and levy collections must be handled strictly through assessments generated directly on this centralized platform. The agency instructed all banks involved in its collecting, sending, and balancing system to follow these rules without any delay. Finally, the Federal Inland Revenue Service advised any taxpayers or stakeholders who need help or further explanations to reach out to its Revenue Accounting and Refund Department.

Tribune, Monday, April 28, 2025, pg.4

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Tribune, Thursday, February 29, 2024, pg.28

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Tribune, Sunday, November 03, 2024, pg.30

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.6

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Tribune, Thursday, March 14, 2024, pg.6

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Tribune, Sunday, December 10, 2023, pg.6

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Tribune, Tuesday, February 01, 2022, pg.6

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Tribune, Monday, March 18, 2024, pg.30

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The Federal Government in Nigeria is set to resume direct cash transfers to 15 million Nigerians to address poverty. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy Wale Edun confirmed President Bola Tinubu's approval for this move. The government plans to increase the benefiting households from three million to 12 million. Edun emphasized the importance of using technology to make simple payments between registered and direct beneficiaries, reducing poverty. He also highlighted the President's commitment to ensuring cost is borne by the most people, particularly the poorest. Despite high food prices, the President has intervened by opening grain stores and releasing 42,000 metric tonnes of grains. The Central Bank is working to stabilize rates and bring down foreign exchange rates to stabilize the microeconomic picture. The government is also focused on reducing inflation and addressing the historical legacy of the naira.

Tribune, Thursday, February 22, 2024, pg.14

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Tribune, Sunday, November 03, 2024, pg.6

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A commericial maize farmer in Benue state Tabongo utiralls  has said that insecurity is fueling cost of food because most farmers  are in the north are now living  in internally .displaced persons camp these are no farmers are in their  place to produce all  these food that is why  the price of food items is high .for femi Abioye the president of Igangan Agro park investors  Asco claton AIPIA. generally if the investment increase in high infrastructre provision then the cost of food will come down .some people have totally run away , so insecurity is part of what is pushing up the cost of food because we now have less farmers and population keeps growing so there is food competition.

 

Tribune, Tuesday, November 01, 2022, pg.13

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Gunnmen have  killed and burnt the body of 32years old Heapu Orogbo from  igweledeoha Amiagu in IKwo Local governmen Area  of Ebonyi,state . Nigeria Tribune learnt that Orogbo before his death was a member of states Ebubeagu security Network. A Source from  the Area infomed the Nigerian. Tribune when contacted  the state  police station  Relation office PPRC DSP Loveth Oduah , confirmed the incident .He received a phone call from  a source at igweledeoha was murdered and partially burnt by unknown person in his been parlour shop at Eke Achara on Agubia road .The commissioner of police in the state had express dismay over  the killing  of the Ebubeagu security man over held to is probabilty,

Tribune, Saturday, October 01, 2022, pg.27

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Tribune, Monday, December 02, 2024, pg.3

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Tribune, Sunday, February 04, 2024, pg.2

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Tribune, Tuesday, November 01, 2022, pg.2

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Ibadan Recreation Club tops at the maiden edition of the Oyo Premier Club Games Festival held on Thursday at the Club premises in Oyo town, Oyo state.

While Oyo Premier Club 1960 won a game out of the four games played during the competition, Ibadan Recreation Club won three games played during the competition.

The games played include lawn tennis, table tennis, darts and ayo olopon, while the Oyo premier club won the ayo olopon game, the Ibadan Recreation club won the lawn tennis, table tennis, and dart games during the festival.

Participating clubs at the Games Festival include Oyo Premier Club, Ibadan Recreation Club, Abeokuta Sports Club, Ilesha Sports Club and Oyo Recreation Club.

Speaking shortly after the end of the competition, the President, Oyo Premier Club, Barrister Jide Olanipekun explained that the competition is mainly organised to stimulate the interest of its members in sporting activities.

Adding that the festival is in line with the objective of the founding fathers of the club which according to him is to always engage in Recreational activities to put the body and souls together.

He said “This is the maiden edition of the games Festival and it’s very significant in the way of interacting with other neighboring clubs in Ibadan, Ijesha, Abeokuta, Oyo and all over the World, although all the clubs are affiliated to us, while we put this together is to continue the interactions with other clubs outside Oyo, as well as stimulating the Interest of their members more in sporting activities, so that the objective of the founding fathers will be realized.

Tribune, Monday, August 28, 2023, pg.31

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Tribune, Friday, April 01, 2022, pg.25

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Tribune, Monday, September 25, 2023, pg.5

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Tribune, Saturday, October 01, 2022, pg.3

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following threats on isese day in llorin, kwara state, security men drawn fro the police, Nigeria security and civil Defence corps NSCDC, department of state services DSS and military formations were on sunday put on guard at yemoja river in oko Olowo area of the metropolis to prevent security breach in the state. it was gathered nthat security operatives were drafted to the river to prevent a clash between the traditonal religion adherents and isiamic preachers , who had vowed to prevent te former from celebrating by the river. Nigera tribune gathered thatthe yemoja river is the venue of the planned celebration by traditionalists in the state.

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The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission (PCACC) has developed new skills and strategies to combat corruption. The commission's chairman, Muhiyi Magaji, announced the development in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) after a meeting on documentation of the anti-graft strategy in Dutse. The meeting was sponsored by the European Union and was attended by relevant stakeholders in the fight against corruption, including the ministry of justice, civil society organizations, and media representatives. The agency is determined to ensure a free and egalitarian society.

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The people of kogi state  have been asked to give room to the consolidation of the outstanding dividends of democracy that have been visibly provided by all progressive congress in the state by voting for  the candidate of the party, usman ododo, in the november 11 governor election the national campaign council for the kogi state governorship election urged residents of the state not to vote for strangers white stock in trade is propaganda.but sustain the trajectory of development in kogi state by en masse for the APC.

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In the bid to avoid another national disaster, the Federal Government has issued a formal notice to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to take necessary measures to safeguard the lives and property of Nigerians against imminent flood, as Cameroon authorities set to open the Lagdo Dam floodgate.

The notice was contained in a letter with Reference No: CC.16/3/11 dated 23rd August 2023, issued by the Federal Ministry of Forever Affairs (East and Central African Division) and addressed to the NEMA Director General, Mr. Habib Mustapha Ahmed. 

The letter signed by the Director of African Affairs, Ambassador Umar Z. Salisu on behalf of the Permanent Secretary of Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs, read: “I have the honor to inform you that the Ministry is in receipt of a Note Verbale from the High Commission of the Republic of Cameroon informing that Cameroonian Officials have resolved to open the flood gates of the Lagdo Dam on the Benue River in days ahead due to the heavy rainfall around the Dam catchment area in Northern Cameroon. “According to the Note, it is pertinent to note that when the release of water becomes necessary, the authorities of the Lagdo Dem will be releasing only a modulated variable small amount of water at a time in order to mitigate’ and avoid damages that the released water may cause along the River Benue basin in both Cameroon and in Nigeria.

 

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Recent happenings in the country has raised a signal that hunger, which has been a daunting challenge in Nigeria  is set to increase with farmers  in harvesting crops while imported food inflation has forced many households to skip meals. with a recent forecast by Nigeria meteorological Agency NIMET that in the coming days, there would be cloudiness, rainfall and thunder storms across the country, farmers, especially those on the coasts in several states, have begun to prematurely harvesting their crops to reduce the prospects of losses. in response to the climatic projection, communities in rivers state as well as seven local governments of Anambra state have raised concern on the risks posed to their land.

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Nigerian Air Force (NAF) air strike conducted against terrorist targets in Borno State, northeastern Nigeria. According to official military statements and contemporaneous news reports, the operation resulted in the deaths of over 40 terrorists. The strike formed part of Nigeria’s broader counterinsurgency campaign aimed at degrading the operational capacity of extremist groups operating in the Lake Chad Basin region. Borno State has been the epicenter of prolonged insurgency linked primarily to Boko Haram and its splinter factions, prompting sustained military operations by air and ground forces. Air strikes such as this are typically based on intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance identifying camps, logistics hubs, or assembly points. From a historical documentation perspective, events like this illustrate the evolving role of air power in African counterterrorism efforts and the Nigerian state’s attempts to restore security and civilian governance in conflict-affected areas.

Tribune, Monday, January 19, 2026, pg.27

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Several Airstrikes conducted by the Air component of Operation Delta Safe (OPDS) have successfully destroyed three illegal refining sites in Rivers State and three militant/pirates camps in Cross River State, respectively.

This was contained in a statement made available to Defence Correspondents in Abuja on Sunday by the NAF  Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet.

The NAF Spokesperson stated that the airstrikes were executed in continuation of efforts aimed at containing the activities of terrorists, militants, and other criminal elements bent on destabilizing the nation and making life unbearable for peace-loving Nigerians. 

He explained that the air component of OPDS on 27 August carried out air interdiction missions on some illegal refining sites located at Cawthorne Channels, Bille, and Gogokori in the Degema local Government area of Rivers State.

He said the airstrikes were undertaken after the sites were observed to consist of illegal refining sites.

He said that at Gogokori, a Cotonou boat observed to be loaded with illegally refined products and heading into open waters was also engaged and destroyed.  The Director added that similar strikes were conducted at Idama in the Akuku‐toru local government area and Omoma in the Degema local government area of Rivers State following intelligence of refining activities at the two locations.

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Multi-BILLION naira worth of illicit drugs were on saturday seized at a warehouse tucked inside the international trade fair complex, Alaba, Ojo area of lagos by operatives of The National Drug Enforcement Agency NDLEA. Recovered from the  ware house owned by a wanted drug baron are 1.4million pills of tramol 225mg weighing 826 kilogrammes; 3.2 million pills of codine with gross weight of 3,360 kilogramme, and 2,841 cartons of codine syrup containing 284,100 bottles with 2,841 bottles with 28,410 litres of the psycho active substance, all having a combined street value of N4.8 billion. A Statement by the spokes man for  the NDLEA, Mr femi Babafemi, said in the operation that lasted hours, a suspect, paulinus surname withheld .The suspect who is on the wanted list of the police, has since been transfererred to the police, in sokoto state for further investigation.

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.29

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Lsreal battered gaza on sunday after suffering its bloodiest attack in decades, when hsmas fighters rampaged through lsrael towns killing 600 and abducting  dozens more ,as the spiralling violence threatened a major new middle east war, Reuters reported. lsrael air strikes hit  housing blocks, tunnels, a mosque and homes of hamas officials in gaza in khan younis, in southern gaza ,people searched through the remainsd of a mosque was bombed .they terforised the children, the elderly and women'', said resident Ramez Hnedeq.

Tribune, Sunday, September 10, 2023, pg.5

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NEC also observed that given the new Electricity Act that given that empowers states and individuals to participate in all components of the energy sector, state governments should carry out energy audits to determine energy needs and explore areas for collaboration with the private sector based on their comparative advantage. similary, the council advised that the states should develop small hydro-power plants,on or off-grid, and solar, for communities and MSMEs just as the three tiers of government should institute intiatives for the promotion of attitudinal change regarding energy use, wastage, and theft. therefore NEC, while expressing  genuine concern about tha situation in the country, appeals for calm and patience and l want to believe that the leadership across the nation at this point in time wants to truly address the issues that concern labour and general populace and move the country forward'', he said.

Tribune, Friday, September 29, 2023, pg.28

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In line with the Federal Government’s drive to facilitate trade and improve Nigeria’s economy to become globally competitive, a delegation of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), led by the Ag. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi has paid a working visit to the Republic of Benin and signed a 12-point communique which aims to fully re-open the border between both countries, a statement signed on Tuesday by National Spokesman of Customs, Abdullahi Maiwada revealed. According to the Customs statement, “The Ag. CGC and his delegation visited the Nigerian Embassy on Monday, 24th of July and met with Ambassador Kayode Aluko, the Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Benin. During the visit, the two chiefs engaged with stakeholders from both countries and their concerns were identified and effectively considered. Notable among the concerns is the request to review the possibilities of reopening the border, as well as addressing the issue of administrative charges. At the end of the meeting, a joint communique signed by the two delegations.

Tribune, Thursday, July 27, 2023, pg.15

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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has lamented that Nigeria remains the only member of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) that doesn’t not have a national shipping line to bear its flag.Oyetola however noted that his call for a national line should not be misrepresented as a call for the re-establishment of the moribund Nigerian National Shipping Line (NNSL).According to a statement by Henshaw Ogubike, the Minister admittedly considered the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) Modular Floating Dock.The Minister said the Floating Dock has the capacity to generate jobs and stem capital flight therefore, called on the Agency to explore the buy-in of stakeholders.

Tribune, Thursday, September 07, 2023, pg.3

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Nigerians particularly those in the diaspora who formed the major bulk of air travellers coming from different parts of the world through the Murtala Muhamed International airport, Lagos have continued to express disappointment at the infrastructural decay adorning the number one gateway airport in the country. On a daily basis, as international flights arrive the airport, it has become a recurrent decimal to see many passengers  having landed safely at the airport use all manner of unprintable words to express how disgusting they are with the dilapidated infrastructures scattered all over the airport. For travellers flying into the Lagos airport from places like Europe, America or Middle East, the first horror awaiting them is the stench that oozes out of the old and unkempt toilets therein which do not befit the status of any international airport even at smaller airports in neighbouring countries. Apart from the stress you will be made to pass through in the hands of the immigration officials who may keep you standing on the queue for the same hours it takes you to fly for example from places like London to Lagos to have your passport stamped, more troubles await you in the hands of the other different uniform personnel whose major aim is to exploit you. 

Tribune, Thursday, July 27, 2023, pg.21

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These are not the best times fore low income Nigerians as the cost of 12.5 kilogrammes of liquefied petroleum gas, has risen by 30 percent in the  last four months. the price of 12.5kg cooking gas, which was N9,600 in june, 2023 has jumped to N12,500 in october, an increase of30.2 percent. this is coming at a time Nigerians are yetr to come to terms with the removal of subsidy on petrol, amid volatile foreign exchange, rising cost of living, high cost of transpotation and volatile business environment. lamenting the situation,the executive secretary of NALPGAM, Bsassey Essein, sent the respone ofd the president of the association on the issue to Nigeria Tribune when contacted in lagos. this means that 12.5kg could go as Ni8,ooo''. he said terminal owners were ''hiding under the guise of high foreign exchange to increase the suffering of the masses'', stressing that there is no justification for the increment.

Tribune, Tuesday, October 10, 2023, pg.4

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The Nigeria labour congress (NLC) on Thursday asked the Federal Government to shelve its plan to increased electrictity tariff by 40 percent. 

NLC, in a statedmetn signed by its president, Comradee Joe Ajaero, said the plan to increase electricity tariff tby 40 percent by July 1 is bothe insentsitive and callous and reflects an organised indifference to the well- being of consumers, especially the poor ones.

The issue of capacity to pay and quality of service delivery are not onlu germane but superior to andy rationalisation by market logic.

The rate ata which theya ate going is highly combative and combustible.

In light of this, our advice is that that this proposed tariff hike should be shelved for our collective safety.

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The Academic staff union of university (ASUU) has vowed to resist any plan by the federal government to include private universities in the country as beneficiary institutions of tertiary education trust fund (tetfund). president of ASUU, professor Emmanuel osodele,  made the union's position known at a two day intractive session between TETFUND and all unions of beneficiary institutions. 

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The Obafemi Awolowo prize  for Leadership is instituted by the Obafemi Awolowo foundation on the recommendations of us special Dialogue on''transformation Leadership and good Goverance Lesson from the Awolowo Example, '' held in july 2011. The national prize is instituted in the name of chief Obafemi Awolowo Award Leadership and goveranance.Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a Nigerian and  pan-African nationalist of Global repute, was the first premier of Nigerias' western region and later Leader of opposition in the federal parliament .he was also inter dvia, Nigeria 's federal commissioner of finance and vice  chairman ,federal executive council. he played crucial role in 

Tribune, Monday, September 25, 2023, pg.2

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The Obafemi Awolowo prize  for Leadership is instituted by the Obafemi Awolowo foundation on the recommendations of us special Dialogue on''transformation Leadership and good Goverance Lesson from the Awolowo Example, '' held in july 2011. The national prize is instituted in the name of chief Obafemi Awolowo Award Leadership and goveranance.Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a Nigerian and  pan-African nationalist of Global repute, was the first premier of Nigerias' western region and later Leader of opposition in the federal parliament .he was also inter dvia, Nigeria 's federal commissioner of finance and vice  chairman ,federal executive council. he played crucial role in 

Tribune, Monday, September 25, 2023, pg.2

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 The obafemi Awolowo prize for leadership is instituted by the obafemi Awolowo foundation on the basis of one of themajor recommendations of its special dialogue on Transformational leadership and goverance; lessons from the Awolowo held in july 2011. the national prize is instituted in the name of chief obafemi Awolowo to reward leadership and good goverance. chief obafemi Awolowo a Nigerian and pan- African nationalist of global repute, was the first premier of Nigeria s' western region and, later leader of opposition in the federal paliament. he was also, inter alia, Nigeria s' federal commissioner now known as minister of finance and vice chairman, federal executive council. he played crucial roles in nigeria 's constitutional and political developments in the country s' colonial and postcolonial history.

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The price of oil and shares in weapon makers have risen while a growing number of airlines are adjusting flight schedule over fears related to the lsreal-hames conflict.by a nan was the latest carrier to reveal its plans saying you reveal its plans saying of tel  Aviv until thursday at the earliest. the scale of the fighting, also harming the ability of uk nationals to leave the region, is thge subject of a uk government meeting. monday morning was the first time that financial marketers had been able to react. the cost of a barrel of brent crude, the bench mark for oil prices, was at $89 (E73.10) earlier in the day before falling back to $87.77 (E72) by the evening. A number of major us airlines and oter european carriers paused flights and American Airlines cancelled services as did Air frances. easy jet lufthansa and riz 3 A virgin Alantic said its flights between london heathrow and Tel AVIV could face delays or cancellations.rodent were also fired into lsrael fun lebanon, adding to conceive of a mult-state conflict.

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The olulbadan of ibadan land and former governor of oyi state high chief Rashidi Lodoja has described the controversy trailing  succession to the throne of olulbadan  as needless .Ladoja is the second most senior  chief in the civil line  Apc  guber national aspirant  senator respresting oyo central senator reporesenting oyo central senator Teslim Folarin led bigwigs in the party to pay condulence visit to Lodoja. In the 2017 we instituted a case  to challenge the needless reform that ASbiola Ajimobi as governor.  Highchiefs and members of the olulbadan in council agreed to the filling ofa suit to challenge him. After them go and with draw the cases they instituted. The unwarranted tension this matter is generating buremarked.

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A Digital Forensic Expert, Hitler Nnwuala, testified at the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) deleted all the results of the presidential elections in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) under the guise of preparing for the March 18, 2023 governorship election. Nnwuala, who was called as an expert witness by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in their petition challenging the declaration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the winner of the February 25 presidential election, provided his evidence during examination-in-chief by the Petitioners’ counsel, Chief Chris Uche (SAN). He stated that he examined 110 Biomodal Voters Accreditation System (BVAS) machines as a sample material from the FCT.

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Russia s' unmanned Luna-25 spacecraft has crashed into the moon after spinning out of control, officials say. According to the british broadingcasting corporation BBC, it was Russia s''first moon mission in almost 50 years. the craft was due to be the first ever to land on the moons south pole, but failed after encountering problems as it moved into its pre-landing orbit. it was set to explore a part of the moon which scientist think could hold frozen water and precious elements. it was expected to make history by making a soft landing on monday or tuesday, just days before the indian touch down. no country has ever landed softly on the moon s' surface.

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.5

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Russia s' unmanned Luna-25 spacecraft has crashed into the moon after spinning out of control, officials say. According to the british broadingcasting corporation BBC, it was Russia s''first moon mission in almost 50 years. the craft was due to be the first ever to land on the moons south pole, but failed after encountering problems as it moved into its pre-landing orbit. it was set to explore a part of the moon which scientist think could hold frozen water and precious elements. it was expected to make history by making a soft landing on monday or tuesday, just days before the indian touch down. no country has ever landed softly on the moon s' surface.

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.5

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The Nigerian Senate has rejected plans by the Federal Government to increase electricity tariffs, citing the country's current economic challenges. The Senate's decision follows a statement by Chief Adebayo Adelabu, who suggested Nigeria could no longer sustain electricity subsidies, indicating a potential move to raise tariffs. The Senate Committee on Power is investigating the N2 trillion subsidy requirement, outstanding debts to power generating companies (GenCos), and gas companies. The Senate also urged the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission to use the N10.5 billion penalty imposed on Discos and find lasting solutions to Nigeria's electricity billing system. Some senators, like Abba Moro and Aminu Tambuwal, emphasized the need to focus on improving electricity generation and distribution before considering tariff hikes.

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Wednesday announced key appointments and redeployment within the Service in response to the statutory retirement of some management members of the Service.In a statement signed Wednesday by the NCS National spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, Compt. Jaiyeoba Jide will be leaving Oyo/Osun Area Command to Apapa Area Command while Compt. Dera Nnadi will leave Seme Customs Command for Tin-Can Island Customs Command.“Consequently, Comptrollers Florence Nanu Ogar-Modey and Queen Ogbudu have been appointed Acting Assistant Comptroller Generals Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) and Zonal Coordinator Zone B, respectively. “Some of the Comptrollers redeployed to various Customs formations include Compt. Jaiyeoba Jide from Oyo/Osun Area Command to Apapa Area Command, Compt. Dera Nnadi from Seme to Tin-Can Island Port, Compt. Timi Bomodi from KLT to Seme, Compt. Ahmed Abe from PCA Zone ‘C’ to Kaduna Area Command and Compt. Babandede Mohammad from Lilypond Export Command to Lagos Free Trade Zone.“Others are Compt. Dauda Ibrahim Chana from Investigation Headquarters to Kano/Jigawa Area Command, Compt. Martina Tilleygyado from Non-Intrusive Inspection to KLT Area Command, Compt. Oloyode Adekunle from Tin-Can Island Port to Import &/Export Headquarters while Compt. Zanna Chiroma will be leaving Import & Export for PCA Zone ‘C, among many others,” the statement read. Command.

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The coroner of the Epe District of Lagos has fixed Saturday for an inquest into the death of Sylvester Oromoni Jnr, who died of septicaemia. A preliminary meeting has been set for December 15, and the student body has threatened to embark on a state wide protest pending clarification of all doubts.

Tribune, Friday, January 07, 2022, pg.27

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The coroner of the Epe District of Lagos has fixed Saturday for an inquest into the death of Sylvester Oromoni Jnr, who died of septicaemia. A preliminary meeting has been set for December 15, and the student body has threatened to embark on a state wide protest pending clarification of all doubts.

Tribune, Friday, January 07, 2022, pg.27

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Single and third-phase prepaid meters will now cost N81,975 and N143,836 respectively as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved price increases for Meter Asset Providers (MAPs).This implies that the single-phase meter which initially went for N58,661 is now up by 40 percent while the third-phase formerly N109,684 increased by 31.1 per cent.he approved meter prices are exclusive of Value Added Tax it stated.Also, the Commission said the approved review is inclusive of the revised Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) sealing cost of N843/unit for Single-phase and N1,100/ unit for three-phase.It said the development is pursuant to the provisions of section 8(1)(c) of the MAPs Regulations which provides that the costs of single-phase and three-phase meters for MAPs, inclusive of all other associated costs of installation and warranties shall be at the regulated rates approved by the Commission.

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THE Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, has distributed certified rice seeds to smallholder farmers in the southwest region. The distribution exercise, which was held in Ibadan, Oyo State, recently, had clusters of smallholder rice farmers from Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti States as beneficiaries. In his address, the Director of Agriculture, Mr Abdullah Abubakar, represented by Mr Dauda Ayeleke of the Rice Value Chain unit, urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the input to increase rice productivity in order to enhance their livelihoods. Abubakar noted that Nigeria, being the highest rice-producing country in Africa, must sustain its production level and increase to achieve desired self-sufficiency target in food production.

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The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has approved N130,000,000.00 as zonal intervention for each polytechnic in its 2023 intervention line, geared towards reinvigorating skills acquisition in polytechnics across the country. This is to consolidate the efforts of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) in increasing the capacities of polytechnics to deliver on their mandate. The intervention focuses on projects with academic relevance, addressing deficiencies in core areas of acquisition of essential instructional materials and equipment for teaching and learning. Since the inception of the Zonal Intervention in 2016, the Fund has allocated a total sum of N52,046,079,584.7 as zonal Intervention to enlisted polytechnics. The executive secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, urged rectors to explore innovative approaches to skills development and devise effective solutions to enhance the quality and relevance of technical education.

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President Bola Tinubu met with the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Mele Kyari. Kyari said the federal government is owing the company the sum of N2.8 trillion that it had already paid on petrol subsidy, making it impossible for the company to have funds to channel into its core businesses. The NNPCL boss assured that government will initiate measures to cushion the effects of the removal of subsidy. The federation is waiting for NNPC to settle up to N2.8 trillion of its cashflow from the subsidy regime, which could be a huge challenge for the company. This is due to the country not having the money to pay for the subsidy and NNPC not being able to pay their bill.

 

 

 

 

 

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is said to have withdrawn his support for Senator Godswill Akpabio in the contest for the Senate President in the 10th National Assembly. Senators from the South West have called for a meeting to review their position on choice of leadership of the Senate. Tinubu is resolute in running a corruption-free government, with emphasis on strengthening existing policies and institutions concerned with anti-corruption. He declared that his government would take proactive steps such as championing a credit culture to discourage corruption. President Bola Tinubu has not supported any senator with cases of corruption in anti-graft agencies.

 

 

 

 

 

Tribune, Thursday, June 01, 2023, pg.28

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is said to have withdrawn his support for Senator Godswill Akpabio in the contest for the Senate President in the 10th National Assembly. Senators from the South West have called for a meeting to review their position on choice of leadership of the Senate. Tinubu is resolute in running a corruption-free government, with emphasis on strengthening existing policies and institutions concerned with anti-corruption. He declared that his government would take proactive steps such as championing a credit culture to discourage corruption. President Bola Tinubu has not supported any senator with cases of corruption in anti-graft agencies.

 

 

 

 

 

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This 45 ministers-designate cleared by the senate will today take oath of office at the presidential villa, Abuja ,at a ceremony to be presided over by president Bola Tinubu. a gay atmoshere is expected at the corridors of power as the appiontees have been permitted to attend the ceremony with two invited guests.the minister-designate had ,on sunday , completed their documentation at the office of the secretary to the government of the federation ahead of todays''swearing -in days after the senate had cleared the ministers, president Tinubu had assigned them portfolios.Nigerians will also hope that the new minister of Aviation and Aerospace development, festus keyamo, will deliver on the failed promise by his predecessor to get the country a national air carrier.

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.4

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This 45 ministers-designate cleared by the senate will today take oath of office at the presidential villa, Abuja ,at a ceremony to be presided over by president Bola Tinubu. a gay atmoshere is expected at the corridors of power as the appiontees have been permitted to attend the ceremony with two invited guests.the minister-designate had ,on sunday , completed their documentation at the office of the secretary to the government of the federation ahead of todays''swearing -in days after the senate had cleared the ministers, president Tinubu had assigned them portfolios.Nigerians will also hope that the new minister of Aviation and Aerospace development, festus keyamo, will deliver on the failed promise by his predecessor to get the country a national air carrier.

Tribune, Monday, August 21, 2023, pg.4

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Tribune, Monday, February 26, 2024, pg.29

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Tribune, Thursday, February 29, 2024, pg.21

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Senator Bola Tinubu arrived in the presidential villa on May 26 and quickly became shrouded due to his need to manage public utterances. He resumed duties on May 30 without the customary schedule, causing confusion for security personnel.

Tribune, Wednesday, June 07, 2023, pg.17

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President Bola Tinubu met with Senate President Ahmad Lawan and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila over the race to fill the presiding officer's posts in the 10th National Assembly. Tajudeen Abbas and Ben Kalu were anointed by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the speakership and deputy speakership respectively. Lawan affirmed that the national interest and the interest of the legislature should be the guiding principles in the selection of its leaders. Abbas discussed issues facing the country with the president, including the removal of petroleum subsidies.

Tribune, Friday, June 02, 2023, pg.30

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President Bola Tinubu met with Senate President Ahmad Lawan and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila over the race to fill the presiding officer's posts in the 10th National Assembly. Tajudeen Abbas and Ben Kalu were anointed by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the speakership and deputy speakership respectively. Lawan affirmed that the national interest and the interest of the legislature should be the guiding principles in the selection of its leaders. Abbas discussed issues facing the country with the president, including the removal of petroleum subsidies.

Tribune, Friday, June 02, 2023, pg.30

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Tribune, Thursday, February 29, 2024, pg.6

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Foreign Airlines trapped funds across the globe have skyrocketed to $2.27billion in April 2023 from the initial $1.55billion in April 2022. Nigeria topped the most indebted five countries with $812.2 million, followed by Bangladesh with $214 million debts, Algeria with $196.3 million, Pakistan with $188.2 million and Lebanon with $141.2 million. The IATA DG declared that airlines cannot continue to offer services in markets where they are unable to repatriate the revenues arising from their commercial activities in those markets. The Governor of Enugu State has declared an end to sit-at-home in the state effective from June 5, 2023. IATA urged governments to abide by international agreements and treaty obligations to enable airlines to repatriate funds arising from the sale of tickets, cargo space, and other activities.

Tribune, Monday, June 05, 2023, pg.6

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Tribune, Thursday, February 29, 2024, pg.6

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The Teachers' Registration Council of Nigeria has found that private school operators are not complying with the policy, as they are still engaging secondary school leavers as teachers and paying them peanut salaries. The 2019 deadline is still on course and no fresh deadline will be given again.

Tribune, Monday, January 10, 2022, pg.5

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Africa global bank for Africa UBA has announced an intiative aimed at providing robust and comprehensive financing solutions to support activities of small businesses that speciaise in the key sectors of Agro- processing, pharmceuticals, Automotive and Transport and logistics. the financing intiative is powered by UBAs' recent partnership with the African continental free trade area AFCFTA secretariat to provide  financing for up to $6 billion over the next three years to eligible SMES across Africa, an agreement which was signed on the sidelines of the 30th Afreximbank Annual meeting AAM, which was held in Acra, Ghana.in addition to financial support, she emphasized the bank s' commitment towards providing capacity-building opportunities for SMES, through various training programs and resources, and how UBA aims to equip the business with the knowledege and skills needed to thrive in a competitive market environment.

   

Tribune, Monday, September 25, 2023, pg.3

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Africa global bank for Africa UBA has announced an intiative aimed at providing robust and comprehensive financing solutions to support activities of small businesses that speciaise in the key sectors of Agro- processing, pharmceuticals, Automotive and Transport and logistics. the financing intiative is powered by UBAs' recent partnership with the African continental free trade area AFCFTA secretariat to provide  financing for up to $6 billion over the next three years to eligible SMES across Africa, an agreement which was signed on the sidelines of the 30th Afreximbank Annual meeting AAM, which was held in Acra, Ghana.in addition to financial support, she emphasized the bank s' commitment towards providing capacity-building opportunities for SMES, through various training programs and resources, and how UBA aims to equip the business with the knowledege and skills needed to thrive in a competitive market environment.

   

Tribune, Monday, September 25, 2023, pg.3

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Tribune, Monday, February 26, 2024, pg.6

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