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Senate confirms Professor Abayomi Fasina as ambassador despite opposition
Despite protests and opposition from some lawmakers regarding pending legal allegations, the Senate has officially confirmed Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina as a non-career ambassador.
96-year-old leads Anambra community in protest against alleged government interference in land conflict
A 96-year-old man led residents of Umuenu Quarters in a protest against the Anambra Deputy Governor's alleged interference in a long-standing land dispute already resolved by the Supreme Court.
Edo State shuts down livestock farms for environmental regulation breaches
The Edo State Government has closed five livestock farms for environmental violations and announced the upcoming construction of regional testing laboratories in partnership with the World Bank.
Government launches campaign to warn tourists about methanol poisoning dangers
A government campaign is warning travelers about the lethal risks of methanol in counterfeit alcohol following several high-profile poisoning cases abroad.
NSCDC Akwa Ibom Command Rejects Claims of Financial Misconduct and Internal Unrest
The NSCDC Akwa Ibom Command has denied allegations of financial impropriety and staff victimization, asserting that its internal policies and inter-agency relations remain professional and transparent.
President Tinubu Mandates Complete National Identity Enrollment by 2026
President Bola Tinubu has set a 2026 deadline for the National Identity Management Commission to register all Nigerians, aiming for full national database coverage.
Ukraine Prime Minister Resigns Amid Strategic Government Overhaul
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko has resigned as part of a government-wide cabinet shuffle initiated by President Zelensky to modernize the nation's political and diplomatic strategy.
Kwankwaso calls for immediate national census to end two decades of reliance on outdated data
NDC vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is urging the Federal Government to conduct a long-overdue national census, citing the negative impact of using 20-year-old population data on national planning.
One Dead, Seven Hurt Following Partial Collapse at Gombe Assembly Construction Site
A section of the Gombe State House of Assembly construction site collapsed on Friday, leading to one death and seven injuries, prompting an immediate government investigation.
Senate Authorizes N404 Billion Budget for Police Trust Fund for 2025 and 2026
The Senate has approved a N404.07 billion budget for the Nigeria Police Trust Fund for 2025 and 2026, aimed at improving national security and police infrastructure.