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Kunle Sanni

November 10, 2023

ANALYSIS: In high-stakes Kogi governorship election, referendum on Yahaya Bello’s chaotic tenure looms over candidates’ prospects

The race has been seen as a three-horse exercise between Usman Ododo of the ruling APC, Dino Melaye of the main opposition PDP, and Murtala Ajaka of the Social Democratic Party.

Yahaya Bello, Dino Melaye, Usman Ododo and Murtala Ajaka
November 5, 2023

Chinese military will show no mercy if Taiwan declares independence: General Zhang Youxia

He made these statements on Monday in Beijing at the 10th Xiangshan Forum.

Taiwan and China flags
November 4, 2023

Over 150 killed, hundreds injured as earthquake hits Nepal

According to government officials, there had been roughly 375 injuries.

Earthquake in Nepal
November 3, 2023

UK warns British citizens against travelling to Imo, Kogi, cites violent attacks

The electoral commission, INEC, had fixed November 11 for the off-cycle governorship elections in Imo, Bayelsa and Kogi.

UK flag, violence
November 1, 2023

Tinubu, Shettima to spend N13.5 billion on renovation of official quarters as poverty ravages Nigerian masses

Slug: The renovation of the official quarters of President Bola Tinubu and his deputy, Kashim Shettina in Abuja and Lagos to gulp N13.5 billion  

Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima
October 27, 2023

FG announces VAT waiver for CNG bus purchases, distributes low-emission vehicles to state house staff

He stated that the initiative demonstrates President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to both environmental sustainability and economic growth.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
October 27, 2023

No local government under Boko Haram’s control in Borno; security improved by 85%: Zulum

Mr Zulum said the security agencies, including the Nigerian Army and the police, are giving their desired cooperation to the state to protect lives and property.

Babagana Umara Zulum
October 25, 2023

FG will use Basic Healthcare Provision Fund to revive PHCs: Health Minister Pate

He said issues impeding the current state of the PHCs that would be addressed would involve malaria, immunisation, maternal and child health, and reproductive health.

Dr Muhammad Ali Pate
October 25, 2023

Anti-corruption boss Olukayode orders EFCC staff to declare their assets

“All of us are going to declare our assets from level 17 downward. I did mine, so there’s no reason for anyone to be afraid to do the same. Even the commission secretary did.”

Olukoyede Olanipekun and EFCC operatives
October 24, 2023

Nigeria begins vaccination of 7.7 million girls against cervical cancer

According to the statement, over 16 million girls in Nigeria alone could be protected with the injections by 2025.

Cervical cancer (credit: Health Central)