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Global Bodies Voice Concern over Falling Female Representation in Nigerian Politics

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Article Summary International entities such as the UN and EU express concern over the diminishing representation of women in Nigerian politics. Speakers at a post-election conference in Abuja highlight the increasing issue of gender-based violence during elections. All agree that much needs to be done to ensure women’s safe and full participation in Nigeria’s political …

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Pioneer of Modern Nigerian Banking, Subomi Balogun, Passes Away at 89

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Article Summary Otunba Michael Olasubomi Balogun, the founder of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), died at 89. Reports indicate Balogun passed away in London on Friday morning. Balogun was a revered Ijebu Chief and a trailblazer in Nigerian investment banking and indigenous financial entrepreneurship. News Story Otunba Michael Olasubomi Balogun, the influential founder of the …

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Suspension Lifted for Abure and Fellow Labour Party Officials Amid Controversy

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Article Summary An Abuja High Court judge grants an order of stay execution on suspending Labour Party (LP) officers, including Chairman Julius Abure. The case was brought forth by eight plaintiffs who sought the removal of these national officers from their positions. This decision comes amidst allegations of the indicted officials forging several FCT High …

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Kashimbila Multipurpose Dam Launches in Taraba

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Article Summary President Muhammadu Buhari has inaugurated the Kashimbila Multipurpose Dam and 40MW Hydropower Station in Taraba State, aligning with Nigeria’s target of achieving 30GW electricity by 2030. The project is set to provide electricity, water supply, irrigation, and flood control while also preventing potential environmental catastrophe due to Lake Nyos’s possible collapse in Cameroon. …

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Expert Reveals Over 120 Million Young Nigerians Lack Basic Literacy Skills

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Mairo Mandara, a Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Public Health Physician, has revealed an alarming fact: over 120 million young Nigerians aged between 15 and 24 lack basic literacy skills. Furthermore, she indicated that 60% of this number—72 million—are females. During a round table discussion with traditional and interfaith leaders in Abuja, Mandara unveiled these figures, …

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President Buhari Launches New State House Medical Centre, Bolstering Presidential Family’s Healthcare

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Article Summary President Muhammadu Buhari inaugurates the State House Medical Centre to provide medical services to the presidential family and special guests. Permanent Secretary, Mr Tijjani Umar, emphasises the facility’s advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, marking Buhari’s commitment to Nigerians’ health and wellbeing. The First Lady, Aisha Buhari, has been influential in advocating for the …

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Governor-Elect Otti Unfazed by Sack Rumors, Insists on May 29 Inauguration

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Article Summary Abia Governor-elect, Dr Alex Otti, assures Abians there’s no cause for alarm over his alleged sack by a Federal High Court in Kano, insisting his inauguration plans for May 29 remain on track. The Labor Party dismisses the judgement as a “complete waste of time,” stating they were not served in the suit. …

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First Lady Announces End of Presidential Medical Tourism with N21bn Wing

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Article Summary First Lady, Aisha Buhari, declares future presidents and their families will no longer seek medical treatment abroad due to the newly inaugurated N21bn Presidential Wing of the State House Medical Centre. The idea for the Presidential Wing arose in 2017 after the president’s extended stay in London for medical treatment. Instead of expensive …

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Okotie Pleads for Mercy on Behalf of Detained Musician, Seun Kuti

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Article Summary Former presidential candidate Rev Chris Okotie calls on the Inspector-General of Police to show leniency towards detained Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti. Kuti is currently held for assaulting a police officer during a traffic altercation, causing widespread national uproar. Okotie’s plea comes after the court extends Kuti’s detention by an additional four days. News …

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Legal Confusion Arises as Court Denies Lawyer from Apapa-Led Faction

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Article Summary In an unusual turn of events, a Nigerian court rejected the representation of a senior lawyer announced by the Lamidi Apapa-led faction of the Labour Party. The lawyer, Chief Oba Maduabuchi, SAN, was asked to leave after the court insisted he did not file the petition under scrutiny. Both factional chairmen of the …

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