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Tinubu committed to religious tolerance, says Presidency

NewsDeskNgMar 14, 2025March 14, 20250

The Presidency has reaffirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to promoting peace and religious tolerance across the country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, made this assertion on his verified X handle, @BwalaDaniel, in response to the recent approval by the U.S. Congress for sanctions on...

I Remain In APC, Will Popularise The Party, Buhari Declares

NewsDeskNgMar 14, 2025March 14, 20250

Ex-President Muhammadu Buhari has restated his loyalty to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), pledging to popularise it among Nigerians. Buhari said this in a statement by his spokesman Garba Shehu on Thursday. “I am an APC member and I like to be addressed as such. I will try to...

‘Security will deepen financial inclusion’

NewsDeskNgMar 14, 2025March 14, 20250

The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani has said the security of digital transactions will deepen financial includion in the countrt. He said the launch of Airtel’s spam alert service across its African operations, beginning with Nigeria, will ensure safety of its Nigerian customers when connected...

11th AMVCA to hold on May 10

NewsDeskNgMar 14, 2025March 14, 20250

The 11th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) is scheduled to take place this year on May 10, 2025. Africa Magic, in partnership with Multichoice Nigeria, will honor and celebrate the top African film talent at a prestigious event later this year. Cognac brand Martell will collaborate with the...

FCCPC to MultiChoice: maintain current rates for DStv, GOtv

NewsDeskNgMar 14, 2025March 14, 20250

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has directed multichoice Nigeria to maintain its current pricing structure for DStv and GOtv pending the conclusion of an examination of its proposed price hike. The commission has gone ahead to institute legal proceedings against MultiChoice Nigeria Limited and its Chief Executive...

Martin Amaehwule, other Rivers Assembly members heroes of democracy – African Patriots

NewsDeskNgMar 14, 2025March 14, 20250

The African Patriots Forum [APF] has commended the Rivers State Assembly lawmakers, led by Speaker Martin Amaehwule, for their exemplary leadership and commitment to democracy. The group said the lawmakers’ decision to seek legal redress, rather than resorting to violence, attests to their maturity and dedication to upholding the principles...

There is hope for Nigerians– Catholic Bishops

NewsDeskNgMar 13, 2025March 13, 20250

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on Thursday said there is hope for Nigeria despite the worsening socio-economic hardship and insecurity. They urged leaders and citizens to take responsibility for driving positive change. According to a communiqué following their first Plenary Meeting of 2025, the bishops outlined their concerns and recommendations for...

Impeachment Move Against Fubara Will Fail, Epelle Tells Wike

NewsDeskNgMar 13, 20250

Rivers-based activist Jake Epelle on Thursday warned former governor Nyesom Wike to stop issuing impeachment threats against his estranged successor Siminalayi Fubara. Epelle said Wike cannot advocate peace and yet spur his loyalists in the Martins Amaewhule-led legislative body to impeach the sitting governor of the oil-rich state. “Let them...

Okpebholo recalls Edo Attorney General, Osagie, from suspension

NewsDeskNgMar 13, 2025March 13, 20250

Gov. Monday Okpebholo of Edo has lifted the suspension of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Samson Osagie, with immediate effect. It was reported that the governor had in February suspended Osagie alongside the chairman of the state Local Government Commission, Damian Lawani over alleged financial infractions. His...

‘Gangs of Lagos’ producers to apologise over Eyo portrayal

NewsDeskNgMar 13, 2025March 13, 20250

The Isale Eko Descendants Union has expressed satisfaction with the court ruling ordering producers of the movie ‘Gangs of Lagos’ to apologise to the union for how Eyo masquerade was portrayed in the popular movie. A Lagos high court approved the settlement terms between the IDU and the producers of ...