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    Kalu Congratulates Vice President Shettima on 59th Birthday

    September 2, 2025 (updated September 2, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    Kalu Congratulates Vice President Shettima on 59th Birthday …says you Embody True Passion, Dedication to Nigeria's Growth, The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Vice President Kashim Shettima, GCON, on his 59th birthday. In his congratulatory message, Kalu commended Vice President Shettima's passion and dedication to the growth... Read more

    Category: Politics

    Speaker Abbas visits APC chairman over mother’s death, vice-chairman for losing son

    September 2, 2025 (updated September 2, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    Speaker Abbas visits APC chairman over mother's death, vice-chairman for losing son The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Monday, led a delegation of the House leadership and caucus leaders on condolence visits to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and the APC National Vice Chairman (North-West), Hon. Garba... Read more

    Category: Politics

    PDP passes no confidence vote on Osun Deputy Governor, ex national scribe

    September 2, 2025 (updated September 2, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Ife Federal Constituency, Osun State, has passed a vote of no confidence on the State Deputy Governor, Mr Kola Adewusi over alleged anti-party activities. The party also disclosed that it has no confidence on the leadership of its former National Secretary and Board member, Professor Wale Oladipo for hobnobbing with the opposition members. In... Read more

    Category: Politics, Top Stories

    Bandits Attack 16 LGAs in Sokoto, Residents Protest in Anguish

    September 2, 2025 (updated September 2, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    By Abdul Aminu SOKOTO:-Sokoto state have in recent time experienced worsening wave of banditry with criminal gangs now tightening their deadly grip on 16 out of the state’s 23 local government areas, leaving residents devastated, displaced, and increasingly hopeless. On Monday evening, hundreds of men, women, and children from Shagari Local Government Area staged a mass protest, blocking the Sokoto–Lagos... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, Law & Human Rights

    Fedmas Studios Announces October Release of Blockbuster Film NINI

    September 1, 2025 (updated September 2, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    ABUJA—Fedmas Studios has announced the nationwide release of its highly anticipated film, NINI, scheduled to hit cinemas on October 3, 2025. Distributed by Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution, the movie will premiere on Sunday, September 28, at Silverbird Cinema, Jabi Lake Mall, Abuja. Written, directed, and produced by filmmaker Sam Idiagbonya, NINI explores themes of love, betrayal, and resilience. The story follows a young... Read more

    Category: Entertainment, Uncategorized

    No Sabotage in Abuja-Kaduna Train Derailment – Transport Minister

    September 1, 2025 (updated September 1, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    …20 passengers injured, NRC apologizes to journalists, FG to link Abuja to Warri rail line ABUJA—Minister of Transportation, Senator Saidu Ahmed Alkali, has assured Nigerians that last week’s Abuja-Kaduna train derailment was not caused by sabotage, stressing that rail travel remains safe across the country. Speaking in Abuja alongside the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Mr. Kayode... Read more

    Category: Metro, Travel & Tourism

    China, Nigeria call for UN reforms, global unity on 80th anniversary of anti-fascist war

    September 1, 2025 (updated September 1, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    The Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Lagos, Ms Yan Yuqing, alongside the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) Prof. Eghosa Osaghae; Chairman of NIIA, Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi, and other scholars have called for the reform and further democratisation of the UN Security Council to allow the admission of more permanent members.They also... Read more

    Category: Foreign

    Terrorism: DSS Files Multiple Charges Against Nine Suspects Over Benue, Plateau Killings

    August 28, 2025 (updated August 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    Terrorism: DSS Files Multiple Charges Against Nine Suspects Over Benue, Plateau Killings By John Onu The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed separate terrorism and firearms charges against nine suspects accused of complicity in recent violent attacks that claimed more than 40 lives in Benue and Plateau states. According to documents lodged before the Federal High Court, Abuja, the... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, Law & Human Rights

    Kaduna Govt Faults Report Ranking State High on Kidnapping Incidents

    August 28, 2025 (updated August 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    Kaduna Govt Faults Report Ranking State High on Kidnapping Incidents Kaduna - The Kaduna State Government has faulted a report which ranked the state among those with the highest cases of kidnapping in Nigeria, describing the publication as false, mischievous, and irresponsible. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Ministry of Information and signed by the Commissioner-Designate, Malam Ahmed... Read more

    Category: Crime Alert, Law & Human Rights, Politics

    2027: Deputy Speaker calls for continuous voter registration

    August 28, 2025 (updated August 28, 2025) Published by Standard Focus

    2027: Deputy Speaker calls for continuous voter registration The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Benjamin Kalu has called on the people of the South East geopolitical zone to actively participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) organized by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). In a statement on Wednesday, Kalu expressed concerns over the reports of... Read more

    Category: Politics

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