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Nigerians count on you to improve security, army tells troops

The Nigerian Army has reminded its officers and soldiers that the President and the entire nation are relying on their professionalism and sacrifice to improve the country’s security situation. The Military Secretary (Army), Major General Everest Okoro, spoke on Monday…

Trump recalls US ambassadors from Nigeria, 29 other countries

The United States President, Donald Trump, has recalled nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial and other senior embassy postings, including Nigeria, in a move aimed at reshaping Washington’s diplomatic posture in line with his “America First” priorities. The ambassadorial recalls…

Lagos traffic agency deploys officers, tow trucks during yuletide

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has unveiled an extensive traffic control and enforcement plan to ensure smooth vehicular movement across the state during the yuletide season. In a statement on Sunday, LASTMA announced that the measures were activated…

No safe haven for terrorists anywhere in Nigeria – Army chief

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has said that terrorists, bandits, and criminals will no longer be able to hide anywhere in Nigeria, whether in forests, deserts, or national parks. He revealed this while addressing officers…

JUST IN: Sanwo-Olu swears in Obasa’s son as Agege LG chairman

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Monday swore in Abdul-Ganiyu Obasa as the Chairman of Agege Local Government, urging him to prioritise grassroots development and align his administration with the state’s development agenda. The swearing-in ceremony, which also featured the…

Nigerian govt declares public holidays for Christmas, New Year

The federal government on Monday declared 25 and 26 December and 1 January 2026 as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, gave the announcement in a statement by…

President Tinubu pleased with your leadership – Ribadu to Fubara

The National Security Adviser, NSA, Nuhu Ribadu, says President Bola Tinubu is pleased with Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s leadership in Rivers State. Ribadu made the remarks on Monday while leading a presidential delegation, including the Ministers of Works, David Umahi, and…

Tinubu targets secure, prosperous Nigeria in 2026 — Minister

President Bola Tinubu has set his sights on building a “secure, competitive, and prosperous Nigeria” in 2026, following what the Federal Government described as a year of consolidating reforms and strengthening national foundations. The Minister of Information and National Orientation,…

PRP demands suspension of tax laws

The Peoples Redemption Party has called for the suspension of the newly enacted tax reform laws signed by President Bola Tinubu, backing the allegations that the version gazetted and released to the public differs from what was duly passed by…

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