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Ortom, Benue APC commend Tinubu for establishing NCDC

The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, and the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law the bill establishing the North Central Development Commission (NCDC).

Ortom described the development as a historic and pivotal moment in the ongoing efforts to boost regional growth and infrastructure.

Immigrants: Kemi Badenoch proposes 15-year wait for British citizenship

British Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch has proposed that immigrants must wait at least 15 years before becoming eligible for British citizenship.

In her first major announcement as Conservative leader, Badenoch outlined plans to tighten the immigration system, including extending the waiting period for migrants to apply for indefinite residency and citizenship.

Portable cries out as Ogun government seals off his property

Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has expressed frustration after the Ogun State government sealed off his uncompleted building and hotel in Sango-Ota over illegal development.

The “Zazuu” crooner took to social media on Thursday to share a notice of contravention issued by the Ogun State Planning and Development Authority.

Kalu calls on Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has joined Southeast political leaders and elder statesmen in calling for the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.

Kalu made this appeal while briefing newsmen after the inaugural meeting of the House committee reviewing national security matters.

My best decision was relocating to Nigeria – Tolanibaj to news men

Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality TV star and disc jockey Tolani Shobajo, popularly known as Tolanibaj, has revealed that one of her best decisions was relocating to Nigeria from the United States.

Taking to her X handle, she admitted that she initially doubted the move but now appreciates the career growth it has given her.

Reps receive proposal for creation of 31 new states

The House of Representatives on Thursday confirmed receiving proposals for the creation of 31 new states across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.

The Chairman of the House Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, read the letter during the plenary session.

I won’t attend upcoming G20 meeting in South Africa – US Secretary of State

On Wednesday, United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that he would not be attending the upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, scheduled for Thursday, February 20.

Rubio’s decision comes days after former US President Donald Trump criticized South Africa’s land policies, warning of potential diplomatic tensions.

Unidentified policeman shoots FRSC personnel in Lagos, DDM news

An officer of the Lagos State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) was reportedly injured after being shot by a security officer dressed in police camouflage.

The incident occurred during an enforcement operation targeting counterfeit number plates, part of a broader initiative by the FRSC under the Lagos Sector Command.

Aba residents tackle APLE, NERC over electricity tariff hike

Businesses in Aba, Abia State, are struggling with the new electricity tariff hike, with some facing closure and looming unemployment.

Residents lament that a three-bedroom flat is now expected to pay as much as ₦108,000 per month under the new tariff structure.

They have accused the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) of implementing policies that could cripple businesses and worsen economic hardship.

Maintenance: WAPCo to suspend gas supply from Nigeria to Benin, Togo, Ghana

The West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited (WAPCo), owner and operator of the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP), has announced a temporary suspension of certain services.

This includes the reverse flow transportation of natural gas from Ghana’s Western Region to Tema, as well as gas supply from Nigeria to Benin, Togo, and Ghana.

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