The Tripoli-based Libyan government has confirmed the reopening of the Syrian Embassy in Tripoli after more than 13 years of closure, marking a fresh step in restoring diplomatic ties between …
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National Assembly Clerk Seeks Special Salary Structure for Legislative Aides
The Clerk to the National Assembly, Kamoru Ogunlana, has called for the creation of a separate salary structure and working conditions for legislative aides attached to lawmakers in the Senate …
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Wike Denies Owing N5.2bn, Blames Civil Servants for Illegal Contracts
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed claims by local contractors that his administration owes them N5.2 billion, saying the debts were from irregular contracts awarded …
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Okowa Backs Tinubu, Says President Bringing Stability and Hope to Nigeria
Former Governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is restoring stability and hope to Nigeria through his leadership style and policies. Okowa made this …
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Modi Set for First China Visit Since 2018 as India, China Push to Mend Ties
Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, will visit China later in August to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, marking his first visit to the country since 2018. His trip …
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INEC Begins Nationwide Continuous Voter Registration for Nigerians Ahead of Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the commencement of the nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, starting today, Monday, August 18, 2025. In a statement posted on its …
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Myanmar Military Government Sets December 2025 Election Amid Civil War
The military government in Myanmar has announced that its long-promised elections will begin on December 28, 2025, even as the country continues to face a deadly civil war that has …
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The Taraba State government has denied reports that Governor Agbu Kefas spent ₦5.22 billion on foreign trips within six months, describing the claim as false and misleading. The report, which …
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Shehu Sani Warns Jonathan Against 2027 Presidential Bid
Former Kaduna Central lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has advised ex-President Goodluck Jonathan not to contest the 2027 presidential election, warning that Nigeria’s political atmosphere has changed drastically compared to when …
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Kabambe Hails Livingstonia Synod at 150 Years
Mzuzu, Malawi – August 2025: United Transformation Movement (UTM) President Dalitso Kabambe has praised the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) Synod of Livingstonia for maintaining its independence and integrity …