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Gov Otu Hails CDI Undiandeye at 58 as Pride of C’RIVER

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By: Mandy Park Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has described the Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lieutenant General Emmanuel Akomaye Parker Undiandeye, as a quintessential soldier, accomplished intelligence chief and illustrious son of the state, whose life exemplifies courage, honour and distinguished service. In a goodwill message issued on Tuesday, by his Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Linus Obogo, to mark Parker’s 58 birthday, Governor Otu said the General’s remarkable ascent from Bedia in Cross River State to the commanding heights of Nigeria’s…

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Governor Otu Pledges Infrastructure, Medical Varsity, Economic Revival for Cross River North

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Photo: Governor Otu Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has assured the people of the Northern Senatorial District of sustained government intervention in infrastructure, education, electricity and economic development, pledging to address critical challenges affecting the region. Otu gave the assurance on Monday during a high-level stakeholder engagement with political leaders and other key stakeholders from Cross River North at the Conference Hall of the Ogoja Local Government Council headquarters. The meeting provided an opportunity for stakeholders to present their concerns directly to the Governor, with roads, bridges,…

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CHSR raises alarm, demands probe, prosecution of police officers over alleged teargassing of Lagos pensioners

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Photo: CHSR President, Omotehinse and others at the briefing By Mandy Park The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has condemned the alleged use of tear gas and excessive force against pensioners who protested over outstanding pension entitlements at the Lagos State Government Secretariat and House of Assembly complex in Alausa, Ikeja. The organisation also demanded an immediate investigation into the incident and the arrest and prosecution of any police officers found to have been involved in the alleged action. The call was contained in a statement issued by…

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NDC Joins Opposition Summit, Backs United Front for 2027

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Photo:  Senator Dickson By: Daniel Kanu The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has joined other major opposition political parties in renewed efforts to build a united political front ahead of the 2027 general elections. The party participated in a high-level opposition summit held on Monday at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, where political parties and stakeholders deliberated on ways to strengthen cooperation and coordinate their activities ahead of the polls. The NDC delegation was led by its National Chairman, Senator Moses Cleopas, alongside other senior officials of the party.…

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Obi slams Tinubu’s bid to block release of FBI records

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Photo  Mr Peter Obi •U.S. firm fears Tinubu’ll be shamed at UNGA, says he was criminally probed •Why President doesn’t want records released, by Omokri By  Mandy Park Presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s reported request for a United States (U.S.) court to restrict the release of records held by American law enforcement agencies in connection with historical investigations allegedly linking him to drug trafficking. Meanwhile, United States-based policy advisory and lobbying firm Von Batten-Montague-York is afraid that if Tinubu attends the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)…

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IPOB gives FG 14 days to list Kanu’s appeal

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IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), yesterday, gave the President Tinubu led government 14 days to ensure the listing and hearing of Nnamdi Kanu’s pending appeal. They threatened to mobilise for a boycott of the 2027 general elections across the South-East and other parts of what it describes as Biafraland. The group’s Head of Directorate of State, Mazi Chris Nwaogu, disclosed the ultimatum in a video broadcast, amid renewed concerns by Kanu’s family over delays in the hearing of his appeal against his conviction and life sentence. Kanu’s…

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NELFUND boss denies financial misconduct claims

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  Akintunde Sawyerr Scheme disburses N156m to 1,264 students in two varsities The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr, has dismissed allegations of misappropriation of funds in the agency, saying there is no evidence to support such claims. In an interview with ARISE NEWS yesterday, Sawyerr said NELFUND required capital to provide loans to students and linked the establishment of the scheme to the Federal Government’s decision to redirect funds towards welfare programmes. “There is no evidence of financial misappropriation by NELFUND. The reality is that for people…

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GGAA defends Adedeji’s inclusion in Presidential campaign team, says opposition signalling defeat

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Photo Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman of Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) By Beatrice Abiodun The Good Governance Agenda in Africa (GGAA) has described the opposition’s sustained criticism of Zacch Adedeji’s inclusion in the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council as a misplaced priority that reveals early signs of electoral weakness. The group noted that the appointment of the Nigeria Revenue Service Chairman as Deputy Director of Fundraising reflects a rational use of proven administrative expertise rather than any breach of public service ethics. In a statement signed by its convener Dr. Randy Atu on…

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Retailers pleads with Tinubu, NAFDAC to stop sachet alcohol ban enforcement

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  Protesters By Mandy Park For many petty traders in Lagos, the ban on sachet and small-sized plastic-bottled alcoholic beverages has become more than a regulatory policy – it has become a threat to their livelihoods and ability to feed their families. Members of the Lagos State chapter of Concerned Drink Sellers and Traders Across Nigeria are appealing to the Federal Government and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) to suspend the enforcement of the ban on alcoholic drinks packaged in sachets and plastic bottles below 200ml. The traders,…

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ECOWAS president, Diop, seeks tolerance, respect among member states

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General Birame Diop By Mandy Park The new President, Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS Commission), General Birame Diop, has called for respect and tolerance among members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) as he takes over leadership from Dr Aliou Omar Toure. Speaking yesterday at the official handover ceremony in Abuja, Diop emphasised that for the commission to be effectively positioned, leaders must bear a responsibility that is tolerant and patient considering the distinct cultural backgrounds of members. He also decried that the…

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