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JUST IN: FG terminates RCC’s Oyo-Ogbomoso road contract

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The Federal Government has terminated the 98km Oyo-Ogbomoso road contract awarded to RCC Construction Company. The Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, disclosed this on Thursday at the Oyo Federal Roads Stakeholders’ Engagement in Ibadan, themed Enhancing Federal Roads in Oyo State: Challenges and Sustainable Solutions. Umahi stated that the project was long overdue but assured the public that it would soon be re-awarded to another contractor. According to stakeholders, the failure to complete the road on time has hindered economic growth not only in the area but across Oyo…

Abiola won June 12 election, but annulment was my toughest decision – Babangida

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Former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.), has admitted that the late Chief MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993, presidential election but described its annulment as the most difficult decision of his life. Babangida made the revelation in his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service,’ which was unveiled in Abuja on Thursday. Reviewing the book at the event, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo quoted Babangida as saying that Abiola, who contested on the platform of the Social Democratic Party, met all constitutional requirements, including securing the majority of votes and…

Thank you for restoring my rank, honour, Gowon tells IBB

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Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (retd.), has expressed gratitude to the ex-military president, Ibrahim Babangida, for restoring his rank and honour. Speaking at a book presentation by the former military president on Thursday in Abuja, Gowon acknowledged that Babangida saved him from treason charges. The elder statesman also appreciated Babangida for their long-standing friendship and his contributions to Nigeria’s development. Gowon said, “I had a very rough time in government; I was even charged with treason. Later, President Shagari rescinded that order, and you (IBB) eventually restored my…

Clark’s last words before demise — Family

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The family of late Chief Edwin Clark, leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), has revealed his final words before his passing on Monday night at the age of 97. Speaking, the National Chairman of PANDEF, Amb. Godknows Igali and the first child of the elder statesman, Mrs. Rebecca Clark-Okorodudu, said Clark affirmed his love for Nigeria, saying “I am a Nigerian, I love Nigeria, Nigeria is my country, I am proud to be a Nigerian.” He also encouraged those he left behind to persevere and continue fighting for…

Trump orders sacking of ‘Biden-era’ US attorneys

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President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he has ordered the firing of all remaining US attorneys nominated by his predecessor Joe Biden. “Over the past four years, the Department of Justice has been politicized like never before,” Trump posted on his Truth Social platform. “Therefore, I have instructed the termination of ALL remaining ‘Biden Era’ U.S. Attorneys,” he said. “We must ‘clean house’ IMMEDIATELY, and restore confidence,” Trump added. “America’s Golden Age must have a fair Justice System – THAT BEGINS TODAY! It is standard practice for an incoming president…

10 killed, N11bn property destroyed in Kano #EndBadGovernance protest – Report

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Kano State Governor Kabir Yusuf has pledged to fully implement the recommendations of the Committee of Inquiry on the #EndBadGovernance Protest held on August 1, 2024. He made the promise when he received the report from the committee’s chairman, Justice Lawan Wada (retd.), during the 25th Kano State Executive Council meeting at Government House on Tuesday The governor also announced that a white paper would be issued, identifying those responsible for sponsoring and perpetrating the violent protest. This is contained in a statement released by the governor’s spokesman, Sanusi Tofa,…

N54tn budget: N’Assembly raises recurrent vote, cuts N500bn from capital spending

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The National Assembly, on Tuesday, reviewed the 2025 budget, which was passed last week, reducing the capital expenditure component while raise the recurrent expenditure. The lawmakers said the review became necessary following some errors in the passed budget. Although the budget size remains N54.99tn, the capital expenditure was reduced by more than N500bn while the recurrent expenditure was increased by the same amount. At plenary sessions on Tuesday, both the Senate and the House of Representatives effected corrections in the figures earlier passed for some of the ministries, departments and…

CBN Demands Transparency: Banks to Publish Unclaimed Balances

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed all banks and financial institutions to publicly disclose details of dormant accounts, unclaimed balances, and other financial assets on their official websites. The directive, contained in a circular issued on Monday, is titled “Guidelines on Management of Dormant Accounts, Unclaimed Balances, and Other Financial Assets in Banks and Other Financial Institutions in Nigeria.” The circular was signed by Michael Akuka on behalf of the Director of CBN’s Financial Policy and Regulation Department. As part of the new regulations, financial institutions are required…

Ogun: Police declare Portable wanted

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The Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has declared singer Habeeb Okikiola Olalomi, popularly known as “Portable,” wanted over allegations of a violent attack on state government officials carrying out lawful duties. It stated that a valid court order had been issued for his arrest and presentation at any police station. It was recalled that three government officials from the Ogun State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Ota Zonal Office, were attacked on February 5 while conducting an enforcement exercise at Oke-Osa, Tigbo Ilu, Ota. The…

Tariff hike: Airtel raises data, call rates

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Airtel Nigeria, the country’s second-largest telecom operator, has revised its data pricing structure, implementing a tariff adjustment of up to 50 per cent. Details of the price revision, which affects various data bundles, were published on the company’s website on Monday. This move aligns with ongoing industry concerns over escalating operational costs. While the company has yet to issue an official statement, the adjustment underscores the broader push among telecom operators for a tariff review to cushion the impact of inflation and forex volatility. Beyond data adjustments, the operator, with…