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Nigeria Massacre: Abiodun Commiserates with Bago, Demands Justice for Victims

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Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has strongly condemned the gruesome killing of at least 42 innocent people and the abduction of several others by terrorists in Agwarra and Borgu Local Government Areas of Niger State, describing the attack as callous, senseless, and a crime against humanity. In a statement issued on Sunday in Abeokuta, Governor Abiodun expressed heartfelt condolences to the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, as well as the government and people of the state, over what he described as a tragic and deeply disturbing incident. The Ogun State governor called on security agencies to swiftly track down, arrest, and prosecute the perpetrators to the fullest extent of the law, stressing that such acts of brutality must not go unpunished. He also sympathised with the families and communities affected by the attack, lamenting that innocent and law-abiding citizens could be brutally murdered while going about their...
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Pro-Tinubu Group Lauds Deputy Speaker's PISE Project Over Peaceful Yuletide ***Commends Kalu's Support for President

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The Renewed Hope Coalition, a pro-President Bola Ahmed Tinubu advocacy group, has hailed the Peace in the South East Project (PISE-P) initiated by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, for contributing to the relatively peaceful Yuletide season experienced in the South East region this year. In a statement issued in Enugu, the National Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Coalition, Comrade Emmanuel Okoro, described the 2025 Christmas and New Year celebrations in the South East as a marked departure from previous years plagued by insecurity and enforced sit-at-home orders. "Unlike in the past, when fear and tension dominated the festive period due to unrest, this year's Yuletide has been remarkably calm, allowing families to travel home freely, reunite, and celebrate in peace," Okoro said. "We attribute this positive development largely to the non-kinetic approach of the Peace in the South East Project (PISE-P), convened by the...
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Fidelity Bank Appoints Onwughalu As Chairman Following Completion Of Chike-Obi’s Tenure

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Tier one lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the completion of the tenure of Mr. Mustafa Chike-Obi as Chairman of its Board of Directors effective December 31, 2025, and the appointment of Mrs. Amaka Onwughalu as the new Chairman of the Board, effective January 1, 2026. The board transitions are in alignment with the Bank’s policy and have been communicated to the Central Bank of Nigeria, the Nigerian Exchange Group, and other stakeholders. Under Mr. Chike-Obi’s leadership, Fidelity Bank repaid its Eurobond, completed the first tranche of its public offer and rights issue that were oversubscribed by 237 percent and 137.73 percent respectively, expanded internationally to the United Kingdom, and received improved ratings from various agencies amongst a long list of achievements. His tenure also saw the Bank strengthen its capital position, record steady growth in customer deposits and total assets, deepen its digital banking capabilities, and enhance its corporate and investment ba...
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Opposition Lawmakers in Reps Set Up Special Committee to Probe Tax Reforms Act Scandal

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The leadership of the Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives has constituted a seven-man fact-finding committee to independently investigate allegations of unlawful alterations to Nigeria's newly enacted tax reform laws by elements within the executive arm of government. In a statement issued on Friday and jointly signed by Minority Leader Rep. O.K. Chinda, Minority Whip Rt. Hon. Ali Isa J.C., PhD, Deputy Minority Leader Rt. Hon. Aliyu Madaki, and Deputy Minority Whip Rt. Hon. George Ozodinobi, the caucus described the move as expedient amid the lingering controversy over claims that the versions of the tax laws gazetted and set for implementation differ materially from those passed by the National Assembly and assented to by President Bola Tinubu. The opposition lawmakers expressed concern over the federal government's determination to commence implementation of the laws from January 1, 2026, despite widespread demands for suspension pending resolution of the discrepa...
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"Together, Let Us Build a Better Ado-Odo/Ota” — Lawal Wasiu Sets Bold Development Agenda for 2026

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The Executive Chairman of Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government, Hon. Lawal Adewale Wasiu, FCA, has expressed deep appreciation to residents of the council area for their unwavering support and cooperation throughout 2025, describing the year as productive and impactful for grassroots governance. Hon. Lawal made this known in a New Year message released by the Council’s Chief Information and Public Relations Officer, Alabi Sheriff. As the year draws to a close, the council chairman said the administration is entering 2026 with renewed hope, optimism and a stronger resolve to deepen development across the local government. “As we bid farewell to a productive year and welcome 2026 with hope and optimism, we reflect on achievements and reaffirm our commitment to enhanced governance,” Lawal said. “Our focus remains on delivering tangible benefits to our community through strategic initiatives across key sectors.” Focus on Key Development Sectors Hon. Lawal outlined a broad development roadmap for 2...
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2026 New Year: Abiodun Reaffirms Inclusive Growth Agenda, Grants Clemency To 71 Inmates

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended residents of the state for their unwavering support of his administration, reaffirming that his focus in the new year remains the building of a prosperous, inclusive, and economically diversified Ogun State, anchored on strategic infrastructure and human capital development. The Governor made this known in his 2026 New Year broadcast on Thursday, describing Ogun State not merely as a geographical entity but as a community united by shared purpose, mutual support, and a collective desire for progress. According to him, the New Year presents another opportunity to strengthen collective resolve, deepen collaboration between government and citizens, and advance further along the path of sustainable development. “Our shared experience has reaffirmed a simple but powerful truth: when citizens and government work together in trust and shared responsibility, progress is inevitable,” Abiodun said. Reiterating his administration’s vision, t...
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Abiodun Signs Ogun’s ₦1.669 Trillion 2026 Budget into Law

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Wednesday signed the ₦1.669 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, marking another milestone in the state’s fiscal planning and development drive. The Governor had earlier, on December 3, 2025, presented the Appropriation Bill—tagged the “Budget of Sustainable Legacy”—to the Ogun State House of Assembly for consideration and approval. The signing ceremony, which took place at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, was witnessed by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, principal officers and members of the Assembly, as well as members of the State Executive Council. Speaking after assenting to the bill, Governor Abiodun assured that his administration would commence immediate implementation of the budget to ensure improved performance in both revenue generation and expenditure. He noted that the 2026 budget represents a significant leap in the state’s financial profile, recording a 58 per cent increase over the 2025 bu...
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