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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has officially commissioned 100 new Toyota buses under the revived Edo Line transport scheme, urging Edo people to rally behind Governor Monday Okpebholo in his efforts to develop the state. The commissioning ceremony took place at the New Edo Line terminal in Central Park, Benin City. […]
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has retained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 27.5%, keeping all policy parameters unchanged. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, disclosed this during the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) briefing in Abuja on Tuesday. He noted that the Committee held its 301st meeting on July 21st and 22nd, 2025, to assess recent […]
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The Senate has announced plans to hold a special session today in tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, reflecting on his legacy and contributions to Nigeria’s national development following his recent passing. This follows a similar session held last week by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) in his honour. During the FEC tribute on Thursday, […]
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The Nigerian Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s external borrowing plan, totaling over $21 billion, as part of the Federal Government’s 2025/2026 financial strategy. The comprehensive borrowing package includes $21.19 billion in direct foreign loans, €44 billion, ¥15 billion, a $65 million grant, and approximately ₦757 billion to be raised through domestic government bonds. Additionally, […]
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At least 19 people have been confirmed dead and more than 100 others injured after a Bangladeshi Air Force training jet crashed into Milestone School and College in the Uttara area of Dhaka on Monday, igniting a massive fire. The crash resulted in widespread devastation, with over 50 children and adults rushed to nearby hospitals. […]
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The Labour Party in Edo State has officially elected Honourable Paul Okojie as its flagbearer for next month’s by-election to fill the vacant Edo Central senatorial seat in the National Assembly. Okojie emerged as the party’s candidate through a voice vote by delegates during a party gathering. The seat became vacant following the emergence of […]
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The Edo State Special Security Squad has arrested several suspected cult leaders and members in Evboutubu, Benin City, in a renewed crackdown aimed at restoring peace and safety across the state. The operation, code-named “Operation Flush Out Kidnappers and Cultists”, was launched by Governor Monday Okpebholo to combat rising insecurity in Edo State. According to […]
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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Nigeria, has refuted widespread online claims that the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates has been cancelled. In an official press release shared via its verified X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday, WAEC described the reports as “false and mischievous,” urging the public to […]
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