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RELIGION

Photos: Osinbajo, Gowon, and Tinubu's Wife attend Church Service before the Inauguration

According to Punch, Abuja witnessed a remarkable demonstration of faith and unity as Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, former Head of State General Yakubu Gowon, and Oluremi Tinubu, wife of the President-elect, attended the pre-inauguration interfaith service at the prestigious National Christian Centre. The event served as a spiritual prelude to the highly anticipated inauguration ceremony scheduled for Monday, May 29, during which President-elect Bola Tinubu and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima will be officially sworn in.

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Photos: Osinbajo, Gowon, and Tinubu's Wife attend Church Service before the Inauguration

JUSTICE

Police Apprehend Yoruba Nation Agitators in Lagos After Violent Clash

According to Vangaurd News report, In the early hours of this morning, the Lagos State Police Command successfully arrested two individuals involved in the Yoruba Nation agitation movement. The incident unfolded when a group of fifteen agitators forcefully entered the Alausa Police Division, causing a tumultuous scene and leaving several police officers injured.

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Police Apprehend Yoruba Nation Agitators in Lagos After Violent Clash

POLITICS

Former Kenyan President Kenyatta sets agenda for Tinubu on how to make Nigeria prosper

President Muhammadu Buhari and former Kenyan president Uhuru Kenyatta have offered their advice to President- elect Bola Tinubu on how to bring unity to Nigerians following the presidential election. The counsel was given during the Presidential Inauguration Lecture held at the International Conference Centre in Abuja on Saturday, according to PM Newspaper.

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Former Kenyan President Kenyatta sets agenda for Tinubu on how to make Nigeria prosper

POLITICS

29 May: We will hold vigil every day in Abuja until Tinubu is sworn in - Group

The president- elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, will be sworn in on Monday, and an APC support group has promised to hold a three- day vigil on the streets of Abuja. Prior to Tinubu' s inauguration on Monday, the organization known as the Natives said that it would not accept a parallel government or any actions that would cause disruption.

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29 May: We will hold vigil every day in Abuja until Tinubu is sworn in - Group

POLITICS

FG Declares Monday May 29 Public Holiday

Federal Government Declares May 29 as Public Holiday The Federal Government of Nigeria has declared Monday, May 29, as a work-free day in celebration of the inauguration of the 16th democratically elected President. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, on behalf of the government in Abuja on Friday.

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FG Declares Monday May 29 Public Holiday

POLITICS

Nigeria Declares May 29 Work-Free Day to Celebrate Inauguration of 16th Elected President

The Federal Government of Nigeria has made an important announcement, declaring Monday, May 29, 2023, as a work-free day for all workers across the country. This decision aims to honor and commemorate the inauguration of the 16th elected President of Nigeria, marking a significant milestone in the nation's democratic journey.

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Nigeria Declares May 29 Work-Free Day to Celebrate Inauguration of 16th Elected President

POLITICS

Real Reasons Tinubu Met With Ex-Governor Kwankwaso, Ex-Emir Sanusi In Paris Emerges

The President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu met separately with former Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, and former Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, in Paris. The meetings were aimed at strengthening ties and seeking support from Kwankwaso and Sanusi, who are influential figures in Kano. During the meeting between Tinubu and Kwankwaso, the President-elect extended a hand of friendship and offered Kwankwaso a ministerial position, specifically the choice between the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Education.

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Real Reasons Tinubu Met With Ex-Governor Kwankwaso, Ex-Emir Sanusi In Paris Emerges

POLITICS

Why Tinubu's Administration Should Avoid Concentrating Power In The South

As Nigeria prepares for the transition of power to the incoming administration led by President-elect, Bola Tinubu, a crucial aspect that requires careful consideration is the need to maintain regional balance in the leadership of the three arms of government. This article delves into the reasons why the Tinubu administration should avoid such a scenario.

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Why Tinubu's Administration Should Avoid Concentrating Power In The South

POLITICS

Galadima Clears Air On Meeting Between Tinubu And Kwakwanso In Paris

Buba Galadima, a New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) chieftain, has verified a meeting in Paris, France, between the party's presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwanso, and President-elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Recall that the former Kano State Governor met with Tinubu behind closed doors for four hours, reminiscing about their connection dating back to the National Assembly in 1992.

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Galadima Clears Air On Meeting Between Tinubu And Kwakwanso In Paris

POLITICS

2023 SENATE PRESDENCY: Igbos Are Not Helping Themselves To Become Part Of National Bureau - Yerima Shettima

The leader of Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), Yerima Shettima, has lamented over the endorsement of Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom State, to become the Senate president, by the president elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and All Progressive Congress (APC) members.

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2023 SENATE PRESDENCY: Igbos Are Not Helping Themselves To Become Part Of National Bureau - Yerima Shettima

POLITICS

2023 SENATE PRESDENCY: Igbos Are Not Helping Themselves To Become Part Of National Bureau - Yerima Shettima

According to the news published by Daily Post Newspaper Online, Yerima Shettima the founder of the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF), expressed regret over Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other APC members endorsing Godswill Akpabio of Akwa Ibom State for the position of Senate President. Igbos are not assisting themselves in Nigerian politics, Shettima made clear to the broader public.

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2023 SENATE PRESDENCY: Igbos Are Not Helping Themselves To Become Part Of National Bureau - Yerima Shettima

POLITICS

Tinubu meets Kwankwaso on peace talk in France

Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria's President-Elect, met with the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People's Party NNPP in France to discuss the possibility of building a government of national unity and reconciling ahead of the May 29th inauguration. The meeting, which took place in Paris on Monday, was arranged by Kwankwaso's supporter Abdulmumin Jibrin, who was formerly in Tinubu's camp.

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Tinubu meets Kwankwaso on peace talk in France

POLITICS

Atiku implores NYSC reviewers to take current demands into account.

Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president has encouraged the Federal Government to reform the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to take into account the needs of the country's contemporary realities. On Monday, Atiku made this statement as Nigeria marked the 50th anniversary of the NYSC program, which was established on May 22, 1973.

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Atiku implores NYSC reviewers to take current demands into account.

POLITICS

Yerima Shettima rejects Akpabio, says South East can produce competent senate president

The nomination of Godswill Akpabio to the position of Senate President has been met with strong opposition from the Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF). The South East can produce a competent senate president, according to Yerima Shettima, the president of the AYCF nationwide. Shettima argued that the APC could do more to foster national unity by reconsidering Akpabio's nomination.

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Yerima Shettima rejects Akpabio, says South East can produce competent senate president

POLITICS

Buhari’s ally warns Tinubu Not To Bring Kwankwaso Into APC

One of President Buhari's allies has cautioned President-elect Bola Tinubu against bringing Rabiu Kwankwaso into the All Progressives Congress (APC) following their meeting in France. The ally expressed concerns that Kwankwaso's inclusion in the party could lead to division and discord within the APC. The warning emphasized that a political alliance between Tinubu and Kwankwaso would not be beneficial for the president-elect and the APC.

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Buhari’s ally warns Tinubu Not To Bring Kwankwaso Into APC

POLITICS

South East Not Doing Enough to Earn Their Place in the National Bureau, Says Yerima Shettima

The APC Zoning Arrangement for the 10th National Assembly has resulted in the South East being appointed to the Deputy Speakership position, represented by Ben Kalu. Many individuals from the South East have expressed dissatisfaction with this arrangement, as they feel they have been placed in a lower position despite being among the top three pillars in the court.

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South East Not Doing Enough to Earn Their Place in the National Bureau, Says Yerima Shettima

POLITICS

I Believe The Govt Should Encourage Unity & Support Our Brothers In The South East - Yerima Shettima

The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, or AYCF, has protested Godswill Akpabio's nomination to be the next Senate President. Yerima Shettima, the national president of the AYCF, asserted that the South East can produce a skilled senate president. Shettima encouraged the APC to consider Akpabio's nomination in order to promote national unity.

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I Believe The Govt Should Encourage Unity & Support Our Brothers In The South East - Yerima Shettima

POLITICS

Kwankwaso holds closed-door meeting with Tinubu in Paris, may join cabinet

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, was said to have met with Bola Tinubu in Paris, France. During the meeting, it was said that the major focus of the meeting might be the issue of Kwankwaso joining Bola Tinubu in the All Progressives Congress, APC.

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Kwankwaso holds closed-door meeting with Tinubu in Paris, may join cabinet

POLITICS

Mixed reactions As Kwankwaso Holds 4hrs Meeting With Tinubu In Paris, May Join Tinubu's Cabinet

According to a report by TheCable News online, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian New People's Party (NNPP) in the February 25 election, had a four-hour meeting with President-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Paris. There have been discussions about Kwankwaso's potential involvement in the new government, as Tinubu aims to form a "government of national unity" that includes representation from the opposition.

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Mixed reactions As Kwankwaso Holds 4hrs Meeting With Tinubu In Paris, May Join Tinubu's Cabinet

POLITICS

Shettima Rejects Akpabio, Says South East Can Produce Capable Senate President

The Arewa Youth Consultative Forum, or AYCF, has spoken out against Godswill Akpabio's selection as the next Senate President. Yerima Shettima, National President of the AYCF, believes the South East can produce a capable Senate President. Shettima encouraged the APC to reconsider Akpabio's nomination in order to promote national unity.

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Shettima Rejects Akpabio, Says South East Can Produce Capable Senate President