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2027: Taraba APC Braces Up, Pledges To Change The Narrative

Politics

By Okerafor Athanasius, Jalingo Apparently smarting from electoral bruises sustained in 2023, stakeholders in Taraba State chapter of the main opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) have met, with a resolution to set aside all their differences so as to boldly fight the 2027 general elections --and possibly win. At a meeting held in Abuja, the nation's capital, the party faithful resolved to form a formidable team aimed at challenging what they described as Governor Agbu Kefas' bad governance in the state. Kefas was elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Nigeria's former Ambassador to the Republic of…

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Igbo-Etiti LG Chair Moves To Eradicate Poverty, Guarantee Food Security

News

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Chairman of Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area (LGA) of Enugu State, Dr. Eric Odo, has expressed his administration’s readiness to eradicate poverty and guarantee food security by rejigging agriculture in the area. Odo stated this on Monday, February 24, during the flag-off of Agricultural Public-Private Partnership Programme (PPPP, or P4) between the LGA and resourceful crop farmers in Ogbede, a community in the area. The Chairmen said his administration would focus on the area of comparative advantage in agriculture, stressing that the programme is in line with the agenda of State Governor, Peter Mbah. Asserting that time…

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Green Time Initiative Unveiled To Boost Wildlife Conservation Finance

News

A ground-breaking initiative, Green Time, has been unveiled to promote wildlife conservation finance and sustainable environmental practices. The unveiling came ahead of activities to celebrate the World Wildlife Day, an annual event held March 3 every year. The theme of this year's edition is 'Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Climate'. Speaking in a preparatory meeting ahead of the program, Coordinator of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Tourism Volunteers Network, Dr Charity Akpomgbo, said the initiative seeks to create awareness, foster strategic discussions, and drive action toward conservation efforts in Nigeria. She explained that the program is expected to…

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Using Electricity Issue, Tinubu Begged Me To Join His Govt, Then Disappointed -El-Rufai

News

By our reporter Immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, has opened a window into the sort of carrot allegedly thrown at him by President Bola Tinubu who sought his participation in his current administration. He disclosed that Tinubu used the nation's long-time electricity challenge to try to lure him onboard his then proposed government. According to him, Tinubu appealed to and even begged him. Speaking while fielding questions on Arise TV on Monday night, February 24, El-Rufai, however,claimed that his eventual absence from Tinubu's cabinet was the making of the President himself and not that of the…

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2025

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Awani, Supporters Pass Vote Of Confidence On Tinubu, Oborevwori

News

By Emma Ogoigbe, Warri Chieftain of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Warri South Local Government Area (LGA), Delta State, Barrister Esimaje Awani, and his supporters have passed a vote of confidence on President Bola Tinubu for what they described as his fantastic and excellent governance style in Nigeria. Barrister Awani said President Tinubu's achievements are too numerous to mention, citing one of them as his removal of bottlenecks surrounding the oil and gas industry. To Awani, this has allowed qualified Niger Deltans to own Oil Mining Licences (OMLs) unlike before when such was difficult. He assured the President…

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2025

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Vatican Says Pope Is Still In Critical Condition With Signs Of ‘mild’ Kidney Failure

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Pope Francis remains in critical condition, with blood tests showing mild signs of kidney failure “which is currently under control,” the Vatican said Sunday, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles pneumonia in both his lungs. It added that Francis, who was hospitalized over a week ago, has not shown further respiratory crises since Saturday evening. Some of his blood tests indicate “an initial, mild, renal failure, which is currently under control,” the Vatican said, adding that the pope continues to be “vigilant and well oriented.” The pope was first admitted to a clinic in Rome 10 days ago, undergoing tests for…

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Reduce Prices Of Commodities, Ramadan Is Approaching -Taraba Monarch Begs Traders

News

By Okerafor Athanasius, Jalingo A paramount ruler in Taraba State, the Galadima Muri, Alhaji Lamido Abba Tukur has appealed to traders in the state to reduce the prices of their wares for the sake of low income families in the North-East State. Tukur made the appeal while answering questions from journalists shortly after celebrating the 40th anniversary of his installation as Galadima Muri and District Head of Jalingo, the state capital. The event was held at Patient Event Centre, Jalingo. The paramount ruler expressed dismay over the high cost of food items in markets in the state, pointing out that…

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2025

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Enugu To Revive School Sports -Ekweremadu

Sports

By Sylvia Kodilichukwu, Enugu Enugu State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Barrister Lloyd Ikechukwu Ekweremadu, has assured that the Governor Peter Mbah-led administration in the South-East Nigerian state will soon revive school sports and inter-house sports competitions do as to make sports mandatory in schools. Commissioner Ekweremadu disclosed this on Sunday, February 23, at the inter-house sports meet of Command Day Secondary School, Abakpa Cantonment, 82 Division, Nigerian Army. He pointed out that sport has the inherent values of encouraging fair play,respect for one another, responsibility as well as deviates the minds of young people from crime. He commended the…

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2025

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Women Ready To Play Leading Role In Security, Peace,Says FCT Nawoj Chair

Opinion

As global conflicts and security challenges persist, the role of women in peace-building and security remains more crucial than ever. Recognizing this, stakeholders across various sectors are calling for increased inclusion and active participation of women in decision-making processes related to peace and security. Historically, women have played a significant, yet often overlooked, role in conflict resolution, mediation, and community stability. From grassroots peace initiatives to high-level diplomacy, women have demonstrated their ability to bridge divides, rebuild societies, and foster sustainable peace. Despite this, systemic barriers, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and under-representation continue to hinder women's full engagement in security frameworks.…

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CSOs Seek Urgent Action On Abuja Community Lacking Basic Amenities

Health

By Prosper Okoye Civil society organisations (CSOs) have urged the government to provide essential infrastructure and other interventions in Kwoyi, a community in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The call was made on Saturday, February 22, during a medical and humanitarian outreach organised by the Aisha Achimugu Foundation (AAF), YALI Network Abuja, Timawale Inclusive Health Foundation, and Celade Community and Empowerment Initiative in the community. According to AAF’s Programme Director, Kiema Ogunlana, Kwoyi’s territorial nature and remoteness make it a hard-to-reach community, which may explain the lack of attention it receives in terms of development. “There…