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FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day address to Nigerians

Fellow Nigerians, Today marks the 65th anniversary of our great nation’s Independence. As we reflect on the significance of this day and our journey of nationhood since October 1, 1960, when our founding fathers accepted the instruments of self-government from colonial rule, let us remember their sacrifice, devotion, and grand dream of a strong, prosperous,...

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BREAKING: Governor Fubara arrives in Port Harcourt, resumes duty

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara received a rousing welcome from his supporters at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, on Friday, after the expiration of the six-month emergency rule. He landed at the airport around 11:50 am and headed to the Government House, Port Harcourt. Rivers people have been eagerly waiting for his return since...

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From Ancient to Modern- Okpebholo Champions Benin City’s Infrastructural Renaissance

From Ancient to Modern- Okpebholo Champions Benin City’s Infrastructural Renaissanc By Fred Itua After eight agonizing years under his predecessor, the destiny of Edo State in road infrastructure development is finally taking shape. Don’t be quick to lament. Indeed, there are still many bad federal roads across the state, but Governor Monday Okpebholo...

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Soldier kills wife, commits suicide in Niger

The Nigerian Army has disclosed that a soldier, Lance Corporal Akenleye Femi, who allegedly killed his wife, also committed suicide. The Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 22 Armoured Brigade, Ilorin, Capt. Stephen Nwankwo, made this known in a statement on Monday. Nwankwo said the incident occurred on Oct. 11 at the Corporals and Below...

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Hamas hands over 2nd batch of Israeli hostages to Red Cross

Hamas said on Monday that it has handed over 13 more hostages to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza, as the last remaining living hostages held by it. The first batch of seven Israeli hostages was released earlier in the day as part of a large-scale prisoner swap mediated by Egypt...

Kogi Govt targets 1.9m children for Measles-Rubella vaccination

Kogi Govt targets 1.9m children for Measles-Rubella vaccination

dantpcn6 days ago04 mins

The Kogi Government is to vaccinate 1.9 million Integrated Measles-Rubella (MR) campaign for children from nine months to 15 years. Launching…

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FERMA inaugurates special initiative to tackle road crashes in Kogi

FERMA inaugurates special initiative to tackle road crashes in Kogi

dantpcn6 days ago03 mins

The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) on Tuesday inaugurated a special intervention, codenamed ”Operation Safeguard the Roads” to tackle road…

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Ododo commiserates Ejeh-Ibaji over boat mishap

Ododo commiserates Ejeh-Ibaji over boat mishap

dantpcn2 weeks ago03 mins

Kogi Governor Ahmed Ododo has commiserated with the Ejeh of Ibaji, HRM, John Egwemi, and the people of Ibaji Local…

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Alleged N80bn fraud: Yahaya Bello, nephew others arrive court for arraignment

Alleged N80bn fraud: Yahaya Bello, nephew others arrive court for arraignment

dantpcn11 months ago03 mins

Detained former governor of Kogi State, Yahaha Bello has arrived at the Abuja division of the ANS Federal High Court…

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Army deploys troops to curb insecurity in Kogi communities

Army deploys troops to curb insecurity in Kogi communities

Odein Stephen12 months ago04 mins

The Nigerian Army on Friday deployed troops in Abejukolo and Bagana communities of Kogi to strengthen the security architecture of…

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More trouble for ex-Kogi gov Yahaya Bello

More trouble for ex-Kogi gov Yahaya Bello

Odein Stephen1 year ago1 year ago05 mins

Immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, who has been in hiding after evading the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission…

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