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The Presidency, through the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, along with Deputy Senate President Jibrin Barau and other northern and southern senators, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Senate President Godswill Akpabio on his 62nd birthday. The…

The Federal Ministry of Health has issued a warning to hospitals across Nigeria to prepare for the spread of the XEC COVID-19 variant. The new strain, first detected in Australia, has now reached 29 countries, including the US and the UK. …

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has achieved a landmark asset recovery with the seizure of 753 duplexes and other properties in an Abuja estate. This operation is considered one of the most significant in the fight against corruption and asset mismanagement…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria visited South Africa for the 11th Bi-National Commission session in Cape Town, hosted by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The meeting was aimed at bolstering economic partnerships and fostering closer ties between the two nations. Both leaders discussed avenues…

The Federal Capital Territory Administration has disclosed that 61,384 individuals are currently undergoing HIV/AIDS treatment across the region. This announcement was made during World AIDS Day commemorations, as part of ongoing efforts to curb the spread of the disease. Dr. Keffi Abubakar, the…

The Nigerian House of Representatives has urged the federal government to investigate the rising frequency of boat accidents across the nation. This follows recent incidents, including a tragic accident in Kogi State, which resulted in numerous casualties. Lawmakers highlighted poor vessel maintenance, overloading,…

The Nigerian House of Representatives has confirmed the appointment of Major General Olufemi Oluyede as the new Chief of Army Staff. This decision followed a thorough screening process and deliberations on his qualifications and leadership experience. General Oluyede is recognised for his extensive…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has landed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to attend the G20 Heads of State and Government Summit, an event bringing together world leaders to deliberate on global challenges. Hosted by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva,…