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June 12, 2023

Speakership: Betara, Gagdi, others step down for Abbas

Two leading contenders in the 10th National Assembly speakership race, Muktar Betara and Yusuf Gagdi, have stepped down and endorsed Tajudeen Abbas.

Aliyu Betara, President Bola Tinubu and Yusuf Gagdi
June 11, 2023

Police rearrest suspected cultist 22 months after escaping from custody

The suspect was rearrested few days ago with his accomplice, a welder who cut off the handcuffs after he escaped.

SP Benjamin Hundeyin
June 11, 2023

June 12: President Tinubu to address Nigerians tomorrow

The nationwide broadcast on Monday, June 12, at 7:00 a.m. is to commemorate this year’s Democracy Day.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu [Photo: officialABAT]
June 11, 2023

Appoint seasoned NSA, lawyer Kayode Ajulo urges President Tinubu

The right NSA should be able to “coordinate the nation’s security team as well as liaise with diplomatic community effectively.”

President Bola Tinubu and Kayode Ajulo
June 11, 2023

Only Ahmad Lawan knows how to get senatorial ticket without participating in primaries: Rochas Okorocha

Mr Lawan had contested for the APC presidential ticket but, in a controversial judgment, the Supreme Court ruled that he was the authentic candidate for the Yobe North senatorial district.

Rochas Okorocha and Ahmad Lawan
June 10, 2023

APC urges IGP to investigate invasion of Matawalle’s residence in Zamfara

“If an investigation is not taken, hoodlums may wear uniforms and attack perceived enemies in the name of such operations,” the party warned.

Police invade Matawalle's house
June 10, 2023

N3.4 Billion Debt: Appeal Court refers Makinde, ex-council officials to dispute resolution centre

The governor is appealing a judgment that his administration pays the outstanding salaries and allowances of sacked Oyo council officials.

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde (Photo Credit: Twitter)
June 10, 2023

Gov. Radda solicits navy’s support to tackle insecurity in Katsina

The governor plans to establish a Civilian Joint Task Force modelled under the Borno experience as part of his government’s measures to address insecurity.

Dr. Dikko Umaru Radda
June 10, 2023

Gov. Muftwang swears in transition chairmen for Plateau’s 17 LGAs


The governor had on June 1 suspended all democratic structures in its 17 LGAs, following recommendations of the House of Assembly.

Caleb Mutfwang