In a landmark move aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery and expanding access to specialist medical services, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Imo State Government for the takeover and upgrade of the General Hospital, Okigwe, to a Federal Medical Centre (FMC).Speaking at the ceremony...
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Hassan’s Exit From Saraki Camp Driven by Ambition, Not Principle — Ex-Aide
A media aide to former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, has dismissed claims by former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship aspirant, Alhaji Ladi Hassan, that Saraki had been his political leader for 25 years, describing the statement as evidence that Hassan benefited from the Saraki political structure throughout his career. Abdulqadir, who...
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NDC Endorses Primaries, Launches Reconciliation Effort Ahead of 2027 Polls
By Prosper Okoye Nigeria’s opposition Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has endorsed the outcome of its nationwide primary elections and unveiled a reconciliation drive aimed at healing internal divisions as it intensifies preparations for the 2027 general elections. The resolutions were adopted on Wednesday at the party’s second National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, where...
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Kwara Targets Economic Growth Through Youth Population as UNFPA Deepens Partnership
The Kwara State Government has intensified efforts to transform its growing youth population into a catalyst for economic growth and sustainable development through a strengthened partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The renewed commitment was highlighted during a three-day sensitisation and capacity-building workshop on Demographic Dividend held in Ilorin. The programme was organised...
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NDC Endorses Primaries, Launches Reconciliation Effort Ahead of 2027 Polls
By Prosper Okoye Nigeria’s opposition Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has endorsed the outcome of its nationwide primary elections and unveiled a reconciliation drive aimed at healing internal divisions as it intensifies preparations for the 2027 general elections. The resolutions were adopted on Wednesday at the party’s second National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, where...
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NDC Disowns Social Media Primary Results, Summons NEC Meeting
By Prosper Okoye The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has urged the public to disregard results circulating on social media following its nationwide primary elections, insisting that only the party’s National Executive Council (NEC) is authorised to announce the outcome. In a statement issued on Monday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, said the results...
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Massive Turnout as Gbenga Hashim Emerges Accord Party Presidential Candidate
Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim has emerged as the preferred presidential candidate of the Accord Party following the successful conduct of the party’s affirmation primaries held across several states of the federation. The exercise, which recorded a massive turnout of party members and supporters, saw Dr. Hashim secure overwhelming affirmative votes, affirming his position as the party’s...
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Saraki Hosts Ileya Hangout in Ilorin, Combines Celebration With Free Medical Services
Former Senate President and Waziri Ngeri of Ilorin Emirate, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, last Thursday hosted his annual Ileya Hangout to mark the Eid-el-Adha festival, bringing together hundreds of supporters, associates, and community and religious leaders from across Kwara State in a warm and festive gathering that blended celebration with community service. The Ileya hangout,...
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YPP Ready for 2027 as Party Picks Female Presidential Candidate — Adedotun
The Young Progressives Party (YPP) is united and ready to compete for power in the 2027 general election following the successful conclusion of its national convention and presidential primary, Federal Capital Territory Chairman Abraham Simon Adedotun said on Saturday. Speaking after the convention in Abuja, Adedotun said disagreements that emerged during the proceedings had been...
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Saraki Charges Young Women on Leadership, Education as Hundreds Receive Empowerment Support
Former Senate President and Waziri Ngeri of Ilorin Emirate, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has urged young women to take their future seriously by embracing education, vocational training, skills acquisition, and active civic participation as pathways to leadership, self-development, and societal impact. According to his Press Officer on Local Matters, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, Saraki gave the charge...