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A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo has sentenced former president Joseph Kabila to death in absentia on charges of treason. The 54-year-old ex-leader, who neither appeared at the trial in Kinshasa nor sent legal representation, was convicted of complicity with the M23 rebel group. The armed faction, allegedly backed by Rwanda, has […]
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The Rivers State Government has announced the cancellation of the parade earlier scheduled for today as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary. This was disclosed in a statement by the Permanent Secretary, Special Services Bureau, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Friday Dede. According to him, the decision aligns with the […]
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The Director General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, has restated Nigeria’s dedication to sustained civic reorientation as a cornerstone for national development. He emphasized that attitudinal change, value reawakening, and responsible citizenship remain central to the country’s long-term progress. Speaking at the 2025 African Investment Showcase in London, Issa-Onilu delivered a keynote […]
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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Desmond Enabulele, has assured the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Edo State chapter, of his full support in advancing sports reportage and development in the state. Enabulele made the pledge while receiving the Association’s leadership, led by its Chairman, Comrade Kehinde Osagiede, during a […]
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Edo State Deputy Governor, Dennis Idahosa, has congratulated Nigerians on the nation’s 65th independence anniversary, urging citizens to see the celebration not only as a symbol of freedom but also as a call to duty. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, Idahosa described October 1st as a reminder of the […]
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The Director-General of the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC), Dr. John Asein, has urged security agencies to intensify their support in the fight against piracy and copyright infringement. Dr. Asein described piracy as “a great economic sabotage” and declared that the NCC is fully prepared to win the battle. He warned that the commission would respond […]
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The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has congratulated Nigerians on the nation’s 65th Independence Anniversary, urging citizens to remain hopeful of a brighter future. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Leke Baiyewu, Abbas noted that Nigeria has weathered a checkered history and continues to move forward, with […]
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The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has commenced the implementation of new pension increments for retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme. The adjustment, which adds ₦32,000 to monthly pensions, will take effect from the September 2025 payroll cycle. According to PTAD, the increment follows President Bola Tinubu’s approval of an emergency budgetary allocation announced in […]
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