“Truth surpass trends” – IBAN Chairman,  urges broadcasters to restore professionalism in digital age

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Ramalan urges broadcasters

Aminu Imam Chairman of the Independent Broadcasting Association of Nigeria (IBAN), Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, has called on broadcasters, journalists and media owners to uphold professionalism, warning that the pursuit of virality and instant fame must never come at the expense of truth and public trust. Speaking at the ‘Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards’, hosted by the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, University of Lagos, Ramalan delivered a keynote address titled: ‘Restoring Professionalism in an Era of Virality and Instant Fame’, where he stressed that credibility remains the media…

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NNPCL increases petrol price to ₦1,270

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NNPCL on petrol price

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, at its retail stations. A market check yesterday showed that NNPCL outlets in Abuja and nearby areas adjusted their petrol price from ₦1,155 per litre to ₦1,270 per litre. The latest adjustment represents an increase of N115 per litre by the state-owned oil company. The development comes as activities in Nigeria’s downstream oil sector continue to face uncertainty. Some NNPCL and MRS filling stations in Abuja were reportedly shut, while…

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CBN counters Acct-General, says it opened PFIPC a/c’s on OAGF’s directive

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has confirmed opening two domiciliary accounts linked to the controversial presidential foreign investment promotion council (PFIPC) on the directive of the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF). The apex bank, however, said the accounts, one denominated in United States dollars and the other in British pounds sterling, were never funded or operated. The Director of banking services, Abdullahi Hamisu, spoke on Monday while appearing before the House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating the legal basis, operations, and budgetary inclusion of the…

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Northern Christians demand FG’s explanation over ₦6.1bn mosque, ₦1.9bn church budget allocations

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Northern Christians demand FG’s explanation

The Northern Christians Association (NCA) has called on the Federal Government to account for what it described as an uneven allocation of funds for religious projects in the 2026 Appropriation Bill, arguing that the disparity raises serious concerns about fairness and equal treatment. The association said while it supports government engagement with faith-based organisations, such interventions should reflect constitutional principles of justice, transparency and equity rather than create the impression of preferential treatment. In a statement issued on Monday by its Chairman, Rev. Joseph Hayab, the NCA referenced budget provisions…

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FG moves to scrap tuition, other fees in Fed. Technical Colleges

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FG on Fed. Technical Colleges

The Federal Government has announced plans to review the fee structure in Federal Technical Colleges, to ensure that students no longer pay tuition or other institutional charges that could hinder access to technical and vocational education. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, disclosed this during the T-31 student selection exercise for admission into Federal Technical Colleges, describing the move as part of the Federal Government’s commitment to expanding access to quality Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) across the country. Alausa said the proposed review would ensure that…

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ADC demands full disclosure of ₦7.13tr NNPCL energy security spending

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ADC demands disclosure from NNPCL

…Raises questions over pipeline surveillance contracts The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Federal Government, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and the National Assembly to publicly disclose full details of the ₦7.13 trillion recorded as energy security expenditure in the national oil company’s 2024 audited financial statements. The opposition party said the scale of the expenditure raises serious questions about transparency, accountability, and value for money, particularly in light of reports linking pipeline surveillance contracts to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd., a company associated with former…

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FG, U.S unveil digital Nok heritage platform

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FG, U.S unveil Nok heritage

…To preserve over 250 ancient artefacts The Federal Government, in partnership with the United States Embassy and the Wheyham Report Foundation, yesterday unveiled an immersive digital heritage platform designed to preserve Nigeria’s ancient Nok civilisation, with more than 250 artefacts digitally catalogued and protected against illicit trafficking. The project, launched in Abuja, also featured the premiere of the documentary ‘Nok Culture: History, Art and Civilization’, and was implemented under the US Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation. Speaking at the event, the Chargé d’Affaires of the US Embassy, Keith Heffern, said…

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2027: Kwankwaso reveals one-term pact with Obi, outlines security agenda

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Kwankwaso on Obi

…Says Muslim-Muslim ticket will dominate debate Former Kano State governor and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) vice-presidential candidate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has disclosed that he and the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, signed a formal agreement committing to a single four-year presidential term, after which power would return to Northern Nigeria in 2031. Speaking during a television programme on Monday, Kwankwaso said the agreement followed extensive consultations between both leaders and had been documented both within the party and in a separate understanding between the two politicians. According to him,…

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Defence Ministry dismisses rumours of Minister Musa’s resignation as ‘fake news’

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DHQ dismisses rumour

The Federal Ministry of Defence has dismissed as false and malicious reports claiming that the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), intends to resign from office. In a public disclaimer issued by the Office of the Minister of Defence, the ministry described the reports circulating on various online and social media platforms as “entirely fabricated” and aimed at misleading the public. The statement was signed by the Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Defence, Leah Katung-Babatunde. According to the statement, the ministry’s attention had been drawn…

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Tinubu appoints Fayose, 25 others to federal agencies

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Tinubu appointments on MDAs

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointments of 26 individuals to the boards and leadership of 10 federal agencies and commissions. Ayo Fayose, the former Governor of Ekiti State, will serve as the Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced these appointments in a statement yesterday. Fayose will lead the REA Board, with Ahmadu Abubakar and Engineer Ilyasu Ibrahim Makinta joining as members and non-executive directors. The Board also includes the agency’s Director-General, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, along with…

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