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$1bn Arms Fund Row Erupts Again, Buratai Demands Defence Ministry Explain Spending
Former army chief says the Ministry of Defence managed the $1 billion arms fund and must explain how it was spent.
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Host communities along the Eastern Gas Pipeline Network in the Niger Delta have given NNPCL and PINL two weeks to settle three months of unpaid allowances owed to surveillance contractors and guards, while demanding inclusion in the companies’ community development programmes.
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Former army chief says the Ministry of Defence managed the $1 billion arms fund and must explain how it was spent.
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The Federal Government has admitted inflation and insecurity remain major challenges despite ongoing reforms, while insisting economic indicators show progress and promising to build on achievements ahead of 2027.
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Hakeem Baba-Ahmed says Nigeria must move beyond zoning and North-South politics, urging voters to choose leaders based on competence, integrity and vision rather than regional or ethnic considerations.
Julius Abure has warned Seriake Dickson to be cautious in his alliance with Peter Obi, saying the NDC should avoid mistakes that contributed to the Labour Party’s post-election crisis.
The House of Representatives has urged Service Chiefs to restore security or step aside, while calling on President Tinubu to launch a stronger strategy against banditry, terrorism and kidnappings.
INEC has warned that court judgments nullifying parts of its 2027 election timetable could disrupt preparations, create operational challenges, and threaten the smooth conduct of Nigeria’s next general elections.
Primate Elijah Ayodele has described the National Democratic Congress as a political trap with no future, warning politicians against joining the party ahead of the 2027 elections.
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ILCS has congratulated Dr. Adenike Fasina on her appointment as Oyo State Head of Service, describing it as recognition of her 26 years of professionalism, leadership and public service.
IGP Olatunji Disu has redeployed Deputy Inspectors-General of Police to their zones from June 15, aiming to strengthen supervision, accountability, coordination and operational effectiveness across Nigeria.