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June 11, 2026

Tinubu remains strong in North-West ahead of 2027 poll, says Matawalle

Mr Matawalle said Mr Tinubu remained focused on governance, national development and the welfare of all Nigerians.

President Bola Tinubu
April 15, 2026

U.S. lawmaker urges Tinubu to remove Matawalle over rising attacks on Christians in Nigeria, cites relationship with bandits

She urged the U.S. to apply more diplomatic pressure to hold those accused of aiding terrorism accountable.

Kimberly Daniels and Bello Matawalle
February 17, 2026

Senate condemns massacre of 56 people in Niger

The chief whip of the Senate, Mohammed Monguno, called for increased budget allocation to security agencies to tackle insecurity.

Nigerian Senate
January 27, 2026

India pledges deeper economic, military, technological ties with Nigeria

Mr Singh said India’s commitment to Nigeria is driven by a shared vision for inclusive growth and South–South cooperation.

India pledges deeper economic, military, technological ties
November 10, 2025

Matawalle welcomes ex-Zamfara ADC governorship candidate into APC

Mr Matawalle expressed gratitude to God for bringing into the APC such big shots as IMAD whose legacy cuts across the whole state and beyond.

APC LOGO
November 7, 2025

NGO seeks increased awareness campaign on breast cancer

Mrs Mustapha said, “Breast cancer is common among women, but the good news is that it can be treated if detected early.”

October 13, 2025

Zamfara APC urges Gov Lawal to reinstate 3,000 sacked civil servants

Over 3,000 civil servants were allegedly sacked by the Zamfara government on Monday.

Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal
February 12, 2025

U.S. defence secretary Hegseth to make first visit to NATO HQ

Mr Trump’s return to the White House also raised concerns about the U.S. role in helping to ensure European security and the future of thousands of U.S. troops.

NATO troops
January 14, 2025

Defence minister asks for 50 additional APCs to crush bandits in two months

The minister said that with the equipment, the fight against banditry in the country would be over in two months.

Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs)
October 1, 2024

Yari canvasses support for FG’s anti-banditry operations

Mr Yari urged Nigerians to pray for the President to address economic and security challenges facing the nation.

Abdul’aziz Yari