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7Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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ADHERE TO LAW AND ORDERS:  IMASUEN CHARGED SENATORS

By Marian Okpe- Abuja. Following the hullabaloo that let to the suspension of senator Natasha Akpoti Oduagha's suspension on Thursday, the Chairman Senate Committee on Ethics, privileges and public petition, Senator Neda B. Imasuen,  representing Edo South Senatorial District,  has advised senators to adhere to the law and order of the Senate in order to avoid chaos in the system. The senator disclosed this while speaking to a team of journalist in his Office on Thursday after the suspension of senator Oduagha at the plenary. He said that  Senator Natasha was suspended after listening to the reports of the committee on  Ethics  which also recommended that she should be suspended for six months with effect from 6’th Match 2025.  But, for the insinuations tha...

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Ex-Presidential Spokesperson Doyin Okupe Is Dead

Dr. Doyin Okupe, former presidential spokesperson and prominent political strategist, has passed away.His death was confirmed on Friday, March 7, 2025. Okupe, 71, was a key figure in Nigerian politics, having served as a senior adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan and, more recently, as the Director-General of Peter Obi’s 2023 Presidential Campaign. However, his political journey was marked by controversies. In December 2022, Okupe stepped down from Obi’s campaign after being convicted of money laundering. He later resigned from the Labour Party following the 2023 general election. In a surprising political shift, Okupe became a vocal supporter of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, frequently engaging in political debates and commentary.

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7Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NASS International Women’s Day: “Nigerian women, a driving force in socio-economic development – Rt. Hon. Speaker Abbas PhD.

…declares cash gifts for Women’s Policy Lab winners …as House honours late Deputy Chief Whip, Onanuga by George Fakorede-Martins' The Rt. Hon. Speaker of the House of Representatives Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D., GCON, has, again, restated the significant contributions of women to Nigeria, describing them as a deriving force in the socio-economic growth of the country. For this, Mr. Speaker said women should be allowed to take leadership positions in politics and economy. Speaker Abbas said this on the final ceremony of the Women’s Policy Lab in commemoration of International Women’s Day. The event was organised by the House of Representatives and a non-governmental organisation, Gender Mobile Initiative. The Women’s Policy Lab is a concept that linked female applicants wi...

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6Mar By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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Senate Panel Recommends 6-6onth Suspension For Natasha Akpoti

The senate committee on public conduct, ethics, privileges, and public petitions has recommended the suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, lawmaker representing Kogi central, for six months. Speaking at the plenary on Thursday, Neda Imaseun, chairman of the committee, said the panel’s report followed an investigation that found her in “total” violation of senate rules. The panel also recommended locking her office, barring her from the national assembly during suspension, and withdrawing her salary and that of her legislative aides. “That the Senate do suspend Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months for her total violation of the Senate Standing Rules 2023 as amended for bringing the President, the Presiding Officer, and the entire Senate in general to public app…,” Imaseun said....

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6Mar By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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Rivers crises: 4 Injured As Gunmen Open Fire On Gov. Fubara Supporters

Gunmen on Wednesday opened fire on a peaceful gathering of youths believed to be supporters of Governor Siminalayi Fubara in Elele, Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers. The youths had reportedly assembled at a roundabout in Elele to express solidarity with Fubara when the attack occurred, further escalating political tensions in the state. The incident follows a 48-hour ultimatum issued to Fubara by the Martin Amaewhule-led state Assembly to re-represent the 2025 Appropriation Bill, which expires on March 5. Speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria via telephone, an eyewitness, identified as Nwokoro, alleged that the attack was carried out by a senior local vigilante commander in the area. According to him, the commander, popularly known as ‘Fucking Naira,’ appeared sudden...

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6Mar By Sharpedge NewsNo Comments

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Araba Elebuibon: Practicing Ifa Doesn’t Restrict Babalawos From Pursuing Diverse Means of Livelihoods

Araba Yemi Elebuibon, the Araba of Osogbo Land, has stated that Babalawos (Ifa priests) are permitted to engage in diverse means of livelihoods, as long as divination has not revealed that they should make it a full-time venture. He made this statement during a lecture at this year's Osemeji Obamoro festival, organized by Odegbola Traditional Global Services and Osemeji Ibadan Foundation. Elebuibon explained that in ancient times, many Babalawos engaged in other ventures such as farming and hunting to make ends meet. He emphasized that Babalawos are allowed to pursue various livelihoods unless Ifa divination specifically mandates them to practice full-time. The lecture also highlighted the importance of contentment, with Elebuibon advising individuals to be satisfied with what...

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6Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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VON offers platform to NTAC for positive narratives on Nigeria, Africa

The Voice of Nigeria (VON) has offered the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) its platform to promote positive narratives and enhance the image of Nigeria, Nigerians, Africa, and Africans on a global scale.This offer was made by the Director-General of VON, Malam Jibrin Ndace, during a courtesy visit to his NTAC counterpart on Wednesday in Abuja.Ndace emphasised that both VON and NTAC served as instruments of soft diplomacy, capable of projecting the image of Nigeria and Africa to the world.He reiterated VON’s commitment to enhancing Nigeria’s image on the global stage and promoting the activities of NTAC.“No matter what you do in the 21st century, you cannot grope in the dark.“You are not just sending Nigerians to the Caribbean, Pacific, and African countries as volunteers in various fi...

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5Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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NASS YOUTH COMMITTEE HOSTED NIGERIA YOUTH ASSEMBLY IN ABUJA

By George Fakorede Martins and Mariam Okpe. - Abuja Chairman, National Youth Assembly Committee Hon. Olamijuwonlo Alao Akala member representing Ogbomoso North, South, and Oriire (Oyo State) Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives as one of the brilliant Nigerian youth legislative leader, hosted the Nigerian Youth Assembly on Wednesday 3rd March, 2025 at the Conference Hall of the National Assembly. The youths expressed their opinion, in support while a few criticised the Tax reform bills currently undergoing public hearing after scaling first reading to second reading. The youths appreciated the opportunity given them to critically x-ray the provisions of the tax reform bills as it affects the Nigerian Youth. Various submissions were made by youth leaders in reac...

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4Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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FCT POLICE RESPOND TO MISREPORTED DEATH OF RETIRED COMPTROLLER GENERAL DAVID PARRADANG.

In light of the recent reports alleging that retired Comptroller General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, David Shikfu Parradang, was kidnapped and subsequently killed, we wish to clarify the facts surrounding this incident to ensure accurate information is disseminated to the public. On March 3, 2025, at approximately 12:00 PM, Mr. Parradang arrived at Joy House Hotel, Area 3 Junction, driving a black Mercedes Benz. He checked into the hotel, paying a sum of Twenty two thousand naira (N22,000) for one night's stay. Shortly thereafter, he directed the hotel room attendant to escort a female guest who had come to visit to his room. This lady left the hotel premises around 04:00PM of the same day. Mr. Parradang did not exit his room after the lady left. Around 04:00 AM of 04 March...

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4Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Nasarawa State Accountant General Rallies SEC Members for Stronger Collaboration to Achieve Gov. Sule’s Mandate

The Accountant General of Nasarawa State, Rt. Hon. Dr. Musa Ahmed Mohammed (Baraden Nasarawa), has embarked on a strategic engagement with members of the State Executive Council (SEC) to foster synergy and alignment with the developmental vision of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s administration. As part of this initiative, Baraden Nasarawa visited 16 commissioners across various ministries, reinforcing the importance of financial prudence, accountability, and teamwork in delivering the administration’s objectives. These visits were aimed at strengthening institutional cooperation, ensuring fiscal discipline, and enhancing service delivery across the state. During his engagements, the Accountant General emphasized the need for closer collaboration between the Ministry of Finance and other ...

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4Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Keys to 140 Housing units presented toNSCDC Personnel

No fewer than 140 officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, have been given keys and award letters of housing units to personnel. NSCDC Commandant General, Ahmed Audi, handed over keys and awarded letters to the personnel. Audi, while distributing the keys and letters to the beneficiaries who are Cooperative Members, reiterated his commitment to an all inclusive welfare package for personnel to enhance effective livelihood and sustainability. He appreciated the fact that the housing deficit is a challenge for both officers and men of the Corps; but assured that avenues are being explored to make available affordable houses which would encourage better working conditions. He however admonished the beneficiaries to maximize the opportunities of owning houses of t...

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4Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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FMFC (NASC/NCRI) and JICA holds 2-days capacity building workshop for lead farmers on community rice seed production

By NAN The National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC), under the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), has trained over 30 rice farmers in Abuja, from Badeggi community of Niger State on a two-days capacity building workshop on community rice seed production to help promote food security in the country. In his keynote address, the Acting DG of NASC, Dr. Ishiak Othman Khalid, said the workshop is aimed at promoting aimed at empowering local community Based seed producers in ensuring  sustainable agriculture, food/nutritional security, and environmental conservation. Dr. Khalid, reiterated that the Departments initiative also seeks to address the pressing need to improve farmers’ access to quality seeds, knowledge, and other resources for small-scale farme...

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BREAKING: Obasa Returns As Lagos Speaker, Meranda Now Deputy Speaker

Following meetings between Mojisola Meranda and Mudashiru Obasa and Attorney General of Lagos, the former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has emerged has been returned as Lagos House of Assembly Speaker after the purported resignation of Meranda. Mojisola Meranda has now emerged as Deputy Speaker of the house.. Meranda resigned on Monday, March 3 at the ongoing plenary session. She said she had to make the selfless sacrifice to preserve the institution. Details later…

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BREAKING: Meranda Steps Down As Lagos Assembly Speaker

Mojisola Meranda has resigned as the speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. She resigned on Monday, March 3 at the ongoing plenary session. She said she had to make the selfless sacrifice to preserve the institution.

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3Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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CORPORATE BEGGARS: The Indigenous Plight in the Heart of Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory

By Thomas Sylvanus Ayeyilo Let’s establish a fundamental truth: bitter realities must be spoken, and hard conversations must be had. But what is the reality and Hope of the indigenous people of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)? Are we victims of systemic neglect? Have we been robbed in broad daylight, fed with pretentious words of hope, while our expectations for a better future remain unfulfilled? Across all six area councils in the Abuja, I have repeatedly heard the same complaints from our people most especially the young people—the original inhabitants of the FCT. We speak of how our communities have been sidelined, how our leadership continues to fail us, and how the federal government has persistently denied us our rights.  The nine original tribes of the FCT have f...

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BREAKING: Afenifere Youth Leader Regains Freedom After 12-Day Abduction

Abducted National President of the Afenifere Youth Council, Eniola Olajuni, has been released after 12 days in the kidnappers’ den. The National Secretary of the Youths Council, Biodun Aderohunmu, confirmed his release to our correspondent in a short WhatsApp message on Saturday. “He has been released”, the message reads. Olajuni was abducted on Monday, February 17, 2025, on his way to Abuja for a meeting. The kidnappers had demanded N100m and two tricycles as ransom for his release. Recall that on Wednesday, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, ordered the deployment of the Intelligence Response Team to secure the safe release of the Afenifere Youth Leader after a video went viral where Olajuni, who was at gun point, pleaded for Nigerians to come to his aid a...

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1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Evangelist Prof. C.J Osim Receives Award of Legacy Street Drive

By Gami Tadanyigbe The World Agritourism Organization (WAO), has honored Evangelist Prof. C.J Osim, with an award of Legacy Street Drive for his significant contributions in Food Security and Agricultural Innovation in the country. The Award was also powered by International Tourist Choice LTD on the Occasion of Unveiling 2025 Theme of World Agritourism Day Celebration by the Presidency, Secretary to the Government of the Federation represented by Office of the Permanent Secretary Political Affairs. Some of the eminent guests present at the ceremony are Chief Dr Amb Ebosetale David Aigbefoh Esq, quite exceptional lawyer and businessman, Alih Izuchukwu Barnabas, Chairman/CEO of Aliban De Great Industry NIG Ltd among other great guests. Among other receipent of the award were, t...

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1Mar By Gami TadanyigbeNo Comments

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Group commends Tinubu for projects implementation

By Collins Yakubu-HammerThe Arewa Grassroot Leaders Assembly, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the implementation of several projects across the country that have direct impact on the lives of the people.The President General of the Assembly, Mr Onogu Monday gave the commendation at a media conference on Friday in Abuja.According to him, there is a need for collective efforts to address the challenges facing the Northern Region of the country.“We acknowledge President Tinubu’s efforts to prioritise funding for agriculture and education, as well as maintaining good relations with Nigeria’s neighbour.“The prioritisation of the Sokoto-Badagry Highway and the Trans-Saharan Highway, and measures to fast-track the completion of the Ajaokuta Steel Complex, are commendable.“However, we urg...

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FG relocates IDPs, refugees to Keffi resettlement city

By Jacinta Nwachukwu The Federal Government on Friday moved about 40 households of displaced persons/refugees to a resettlement city in Keffi for decent accommodation and better living. Speaking at the occasion, Alhaji Tijani Ahmed, the Federal Commissioner, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), said that no fewer than 300 individuals would be benefiting from the allocation. Ahmed said that the selection criteria for beneficiaries were based on voluntary participation and profiling, ensuring that those who chose to stay were allocated houses. He also said that plans were in place to reintegrate IDPs and refugees into the immediate community, adding that the organisation had a trade skill centre to ensure their livelihood. He f...

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Odegbola Traditional Global Services Teams Up With Osemeji Ibadan Foundation For The 2025 ‘Osemeji Obamoro’ Festival

Odegbola Traditional Global Services, in collaboration with the Osemeji Ibadan Foundation, has announced the 2025 edition of the Osemeji Obamoro Festival. This annual event is dedicated to celebrating and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Yorubaland, with a specific focus on the historical and spiritual significance of Osemeji in the founding of Ibadan. The festival which commenced on February 23rd, 2025, will feature various activities, including a public lecture scheduled for March 5th, 2025, at the Ibadan House, Oke-Aremo, Ibadan. According to a press release by Ifalere Odegbemi Odegbola II, Àràbà Olu Ìṣẹ̀ṣe of Ibadan land,and host of the event, this year’s festival aims to deepen understanding of Osemeji's role in Yoruba history and also Ibadan in particular. The lec...

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