Elections

Defection: Fubara seeking protection, we won’t miss him – PDP chieftain

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A senior PDP official frames Governor Fubara’s high-profile defection to the APC as a personal quest for political protection from President Tinubu, not a reflection of the PDP’s internal crises. He asserts the party will not miss the Governor, citing his prolonged inactivity and lack of meaningful contribution. While acknowledging the PDP’s own struggles with members bypassing due process, the official distinguishes these as separate from Fubara’s pre-existing “political war” in Rivers State. This narrative presents the defection

General News

LASTMA confirms 3-member family dead in multi-vehicle collision in Lagos

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A tragic multi-vehicle collision on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, caused by a speeding truck that fled the scene, resulted in the devastating loss of an entire family and critical injuries to others. This incident starkly highlights the catastrophic consequences of reckless driving, particularly by operators of heavy vehicles. The coordinated multi-agency emergency response successfully managed the aftermath, but the driver’s escape underscores a critical gap in accountability. Ultimately, this preventable tragedy serves as a severe warning that systemic enforcement against speeding and reck

General News

Protecting human rights key to building  just, progressive society – Mrs Soludo

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Human rights are the essential foundation for a just and progressive society, extending beyond abstract principles to include everyday necessities like healthcare, education, and safety. True societal strength and peaceful coexistence depend on actively protecting these rights for every individual, irrespective of background or belief. Crucially, diversity should be leveraged as a source of unity rather than division, with human dignity framed as a non-negotiable entitlement for all. This perspective positions rights not as privileges but as the fundamental prerequisites for a thriving community free from fear

Elections

Fubara Announces Defection To APC

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Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has defected from the opposition PDP to Nigeria’s ruling APC, a seismic political shift amplified by the prior defection of 15 state lawmakers. This mass exodus underscores a severe and deepening internal crisis within the PDP, fracturing its power in a key oil-producing state. Key figures, including former governor Nyesom Wike, frame the moves as lawful but indicative of profound party division. The consolidations signal a significant realignment of political power

Economy/Business

Moghalu to address CoSPAL on securing African economy’s future in Morocco

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Former CBN Deputy Governor Prof. Kingsley Moghalu will address African legislative leaders on securing the continent’s economic future, focusing on overcoming structural vulnerabilities and advancing industrialization through targeted legislation. His keynote underscores that Africa’s economic sovereignty hinges on proactive parliamentary diplomacy and robust legislative frameworks to navigate global transformations. This highlights a critical shift: empowering legislatures is not just a governance formality but a strategic imperative for driving tangible economic transformation and reducing external dependencies. The conference itself represents a pivotal move towards a unified, self

Defence/Security

Lagos police launch ‘Show of Force’ operation ahead of yuletide

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The Lagos Police Command has launched a comprehensive, multi-agency ‘Show of Force’ operation to ensure security during the festive season, deploying coordinated patrols across schools, religious centers, and business districts. This initiative is designed not only as a visible deterrent to crime but also to strengthen inter-agency coordination and bolster public confidence. A key insight is the operation’s extension beyond the city center into surrounding communities, aiming for statewide coverage and a sustained security framework beyond the holidays. The public is urged to cooperate

Foreign

Nigeria set to deepen ties with Thailand

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Nigeria is strategically elevating its partnership with Thailand beyond bilateral trade to a comprehensive alliance encompassing political coordination, economic diversification, and cultural exchange. Key proposals include leveraging Thailand’s agro-processing and renewable energy expertise to complement Nigeria’s resources, while fostering broader inter-regional collaboration between ASEAN and ECOWAS. The partnership also prioritizes joint security initiatives against transnational crime and aims to scale up educational exchanges and sustainable agricultural research. This move signals Nigeria’s intent to deepen South-South cooperation and position itself as a strategic

Education

Out-of-school: Group to enroll adolescent mothers in Bauchi

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A new initiative in Bauchi State, Nigeria, is launching a targeted three-year project to reintegrate married adolescent mothers and pregnant girls into the formal education system. The program directly confronts socio-cultural and economic barriers like early marriage by forging a critical coalition of government, legal, and community stakeholders to enforce re-entry policies and shift norms. Its core value lies in this integrated advocacy approach, which seeks to transform the local environment to protect girls’ educational rights permanently. The project’s success hinges on this

Defence/Security

Tinubu’s choice of retired Gen. Musa excites Southern Kaduna Journalists’ Forum

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President Tinubu’s appointment of retired General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister is hailed as a strategically astute and nationally unifying decision, recognizing his distinguished record to address critical security challenges. The selection is particularly significant for rectifying historical regional exclusion in Southern Kaduna, strengthening national cohesion by restoring a sense of fairness and political inclusion. This move, facilitated by Governor Uba Sani’s bridge-building leadership, contrasts with past divisive tendencies and underscores the administration’s commitment to equitable development. The broad bipartisan confidence in

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