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Tuggar Rebuts Yuguda, Denies APC Crisis Role, Labels Allegations ‘False, Defamatory’

NewsDeskNgMar 21, 2026March 21, 20260

Foreign Affairs Minister Tuggar dismisses Yuguda’s claims, insists loyalty to APC, accuses former Bauchi governor of misleading members and fueling tension. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has reacted to recent claims made by former Bauchi State Governor, Malam Isa Yuguda, regarding the conduct of the All Progressives...

INEC Chair Demands Discipline, Zero Tolerance For Misconduct Ahead Of Ekiti, Osun Polls

NewsDeskNgMar 21, 2026March 21, 20260

INEC boss Amupitan emphasises discipline, BVAS compliance, and staff integrity as key to restoring trust before Ekiti and Osun elections. The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Joash Amupitan, has urged the staff of the commission to ensure that discipline is reflected in a zero-tolerance approach to misconduct,...

Dayo Sobowale: Umahi’s Invitation to Anti-Graft Agencies Shows Transparency, Should Be Encouraged

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

Dayo Sobowale says Umahi’s invitation to anti-graft agencies is commendable, describing it as a positive step toward transparency in Nigeria. Dayo Sobowale, has described the decision by Nigeria’s Works Minister, David Umahi, to invite anti-corruption agencies to probe road projects as a commendable step toward transparency and accountability. Speaking during...

Femi Otubanjo: Tinubu’s UK Visit Strengthens Nigeria’s Global Image and Economic Ties

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

Femi Otubanjo says President Tinubu’s UK visit strengthens Nigeria’s image, boosts trade prospects, and reinforces long-standing diplomatic and economic ties. A Research Professor at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Femi Otubanjo, says President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to the United Kingdom marks a significant step in strengthening Nigeria’s global...

ActionAid Condemns Assault On Women At Ozoro Festival, Demands Arrest Of Perpetrators

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

ActionAid Nigeria condemns alleged abuse of women in Ozoro, urges arrests, prosecution and stronger protection for victims of gender-based violence. ActionAid Nigeria has condemned the alleged assault and harassment of women and girls during a cultural festival in Ozoro, describing the incident as a grave violation of human dignity. In...

Dangote Refinery Sees Demand Surge As Iran War Disrupts Africa Fuel Supply

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

African nations rush to Dangote refinery for fuel supplies as Iran war disrupts imports, exposing continent’s deep energy vulnerabilities. Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote is facing a surge in demand for fuel from across Africa as the Iran war disrupts global supply chains and exposes the continent’s dependence on imports. Dangote...

APGA Urges Senator Abaribe To Vacate Seat, Warns Against National Disgrace

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

APGA calls on Senator Abaribe to vacate seat after defection to ADC, urging Senate to enforce constitutional provisions. Abia State chapter of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), has appealed to the Senate not to allow Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe to “abscond” with the mandate of the party to the African Democratic...

Bala Mohammed Dismisses Defection Rumours, Says No Official Statement On Leaving PDP

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

Bala Mohammed denies leaving PDP, calls speculation amusing, urges Permanent Secretaries to uphold integrity and discipline. Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has said he was amused that he had become a subject of discussion over speculated defection, even though he had not made any official statement to that effect. Mohammed,...

Timothy Okon: Strategic Petroleum Reserves Needed To Cushion Supply Shocks

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

Dr Timothy Okon advises Nigeria to implement petroleum product reserves to reduce vulnerability to global disruptions and stabilise domestic fuel supply. Managing Partner at Teno Energy, Dr Timothy Okon says Nigeria must urgently implement strategic petroleum product reserves to protect the country from global supply disruptions and stabilise fuel availability...

NUJ FCT Chair Grace Ike Inducted into NIPR, Pledges Ethical Leadership in Public Communication

NewsDeskNgMar 20, 2026March 20, 20260

The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Council, Grace Ike, has been formally inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), marking a significant milestone in her distinguished career in media and communication. Speaking at the induction ceremony, Ike described the moment as...