JUST IN: El-Rufai visits Buhari 24 hours after Atiku’s visit to former president
24 Jun
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JUST IN: El-Rufai visits Buhari 24 hours after Atiku’s visit to former president

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Politics tamfitronics Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai visited immediate past president Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, today.The visit follows a recent meeting between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Buhari, fueling speculations about potential political manoeuvres ahead of the 2027 general elections.Atiku’s visit to Buhari came shortly after he met with two former Nigerian military presidents, Ibrahim Babangida and Abdulsalam Abubakar, in Minna, Niger State.These high-profile visits have sparked rumours of a possible strategic alliance that could transcend party lines, potentially reshaping the political landscape in the lead-up to the next general elections.According to observers, the meetings suggest efforts to forge alliances and build consensus among key political figures, which could play a critical role in the dynamics of the 2027 elections.
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50 federal lawmakers urge President Tinubu to release IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu
24 Jun
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50 federal lawmakers urge President Tinubu to release IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu

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Politics tamfitronics Approximately 50 members of the Nigerian House of Representatives have formally requested President Bola Tinubu to release the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.The appeal, which is based on Section 174 of the 1999 Constitution, emphasizes the powers vested in the Attorney General of the Federation to discontinue cases on grounds of public interest, justice, and prevention of legal process abuse.Ikenga Ugochinyere, representing Ideato Federal Constituency, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday that the lawmakers view Kanu’s release as pivotal for peace restoration in the South-East region.Ugochinyere stated that the letter, dated June 19, 2024, was endorsed by representatives across various political parties and geopolitical zones.Kanu, who has been leading a campaign for the creation of the Biafra Republic, is currently facing trial at the Federal High...
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JUST IN: FG addresses complaints of begging and extortion at Nigerian airports
24 Jun
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JUST IN: FG addresses complaints of begging and extortion at Nigerian airports

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Politics tamfitronics In response to numerous complaints from concerned citizens, Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has acknowledged the issue of begging and extortion at Nigerian international airports.Keyamo took to social media to address the matter, emphasizing that these unscrupulous activities tarnish the country’s image.Keyamo stated, “I have received several complaints about the menace of begging and extortion at our International airports by a few unscrupulous persons who give all of us a bad image. My phones are beeping every minute with messages about this from well-meaning Nigerians.”Clarifying the jurisdictional boundaries, Keyamo noted that many of the agencies involved in the malpractices do not fall under the direct control of the Aviation Ministry, despite being stationed at the airports.However, he assured the public that he has been actively collaborating with other relevant Ministers, government bodies, and...
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TRILLIUM TALK: Big scandal in a small town
23 Jun
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TRILLIUM TALK: Big scandal in a small town

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Politics tamfitronics Every Sunday morning, one of our legislative reporters from The Trillium provides an inside look at the week that was in Ontario politics — and the week ahead Welcome back to Trillium Talk, your must-see briefing from Village Media’s team of journalists at the Ontario Legislature.Every Sunday, Scott Sexsmith sits down with one of our staffers at The Trilliumto talk about the week that was at Queen's Park — and the week ahead.On today's episode is reporter Charlie Pinkerton, who made some big headlines of his own this week. He was part of a team of journalists from The Toronto Star and The Narwhal who won this year's esteemed Michener Award for public service journalismfor their dogged reporting on the Greenbelt scandal.It was Pinkerton who first revealed that wealthy developers who benefited from...
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