SEE WHAT PETER OBI JUST WROTE

 

On July 22, 2025, the Nigerian Senate approved an additional $21 billion, €2.2 billion, ¥15 billion of external borrowing for the 2025–2026 fiscal cycle. It also approved a N750.98 billion domestic bond issuance and a €65 65million grant. With an already existing public debt of about N149.39 trillion as at the first quarter of 2025, adding the approved loans of about N37.2 trillion) brings our current total debt to about N187 trillion with concerns that our debt might likely be over N200 trillion by the end of 2025. As our GDP before rebasing was about N269.2 trillion (about $180 billion), the government has borrowed the equivalent of nearly 70% of our previous GDP. Even after the rebasing, which pushed our GDP to about N372.8 trillion (about $243. 7billion), the government would have borrowed about 50.16 % of the new GDP (with the approved loans), the highest debt-to-GDP ratio in our history as a nation. While the year-on-year increase is about N27.72 trillion and the quarter-on-quarter increase is about N4.72 trillion, we are accumulating very exponential levels of unsustainable debt with little or nothing to show for it in critical areas such as education, healthcare, electricity generation, security of lives and property, and pulling people out of poverty. We still rank low in all major human development indicators. While education is underfunded and standard in continuous decline, healthcare remains inaccessible to millions of Nigerians particularly the poor. Security of lives and property has deteriorated with over 10,217 people killed and 672 villages sacked between May 29th 2023, and May 29th 2025, even when security spending has significantly increased from N2.98 trillion in 2023 to N4.91 trillion in 2025. Infrastructure decay persists across the country, with about 135,000km of our 195,000km of roads remaining unpaved, largely unmotorable, and unusable. It is the same depressing situation in almost all sectors of the economy, with the power sector an unquestionable example, with less than 5,000 MW supplied for over 200 million Nigerians. Today, over two years after the present government took over and with all the humongous borrowing, we are still confronted with negative reports of worsening poverty with about 133 million (63%) Nigerians classified as multi-dimensionally poor, increasing unemployment and disheartening news like 652 children dead as the malnutrition crisis worsens in Northern Nigeria. Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, has just sounded the alarm over an escalating malnutrition crisis in Northern Nigeria, with Katsina State emerging as one of the worst-hit areas. This is a country blessed with enormous resources, yet nobody should go to bed hungry. Still, a persistent deficiency in leadership has thrown the majority of our citizens into increasing multi-dimensional poverty. Borrowing is not inherently bad if it is sustainable and tied to productive investments with measurable outcomes. Unfortunately, this current pattern of borrowing without accountability, without transparency, and without transformational impact is simply mortgaging the future of our children. The government should consider the inter-generational consequences of their unsustainable borrowings and show at least a minimum consideration and interest in future of young and unborn Nigerians. We must return to a disciplined and prudent economic management culture, cutting the cost of governance, blocking leakages, investing in human capital, and building a productive economy. Nigeria cannot continue to borrow recklessly while poverty deepens and public trust erodes. It is time to stop this fiscal indiscipline. We must build a New Nigeria, where leadership is responsible, development is people-centred, and every kobo borrowed or spent delivers a measurable impact to achieve sustainable and inclusive development and growth. A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

REST IN PEACE DR FELIX

 

BURIAL INVITATION

The Chairman, NAGGMDP Delta wishes to invite her members to the burial ceremony of our late member *SIR DR FELIX ONOTOKPE UKPETERU* 

Until his death, he was a Principal Medical Officer and MD of General Hospital Isiokolo in the Delta State Hospital Management Board

Funeral Arrangement*

Friday, 1st August, 2025

8:00am Funeral Mass at St Theresa Catholic Church, Uloho Avenue, Ughelli 

11:00am Interment at his compound, along Michael and Cecilia Ibru University Road, Agbarha otor

12:00 noon Reception at Ali Baba playground, along Michael and Cecilia Ibru University Road, Agbarha otor

Other details are as contained in the flier above.

Let us be present to bid our colleague farewell

 

DR CHIDI FIDELIS 

PRO

NAGGMDP 

DELTA STATE 

Beware of Pedophiles This Holiday Season

 

"This is lecture note to be delivered at every home

Father should call his children together and deliver this lecture

Mother should call her female children and drive down the point.

Pedophile is everywhere.

Parents, long Holiday is around the corner, *wake up*

*What is  Pedophilia?*

Pedophilia is a psychiatric disorder in which an adult or older adolescent experiences a primary or exclusive sexual attraction towards children/a child.

 _*Who is a child?*_ 

A child is anyone below the age of 18. Also note that children are gifts from God and He expect us as earthly guardians to take proper Care of each and every one of them.

One of our major duties is to keep them away from these patients called paedophiles.

There are different ways children can be abused. Below are some:

*CHILD MOLESTATION!*

Child Molestation is also known as child sexual abuse. It is a secret crime involving a range of indecent sexual activities between an adult and a child.

*TYPES OF MOLESTATION:*

-Defilement

-Rape

-Fingering

-Making a child watch pornography

-Exposing the genital to kids

-Indecent touching

-Fondling etc

WHO COULD ABUSE YOUR CHILD?*

*ANYBODY*

Studies show that over 95% of sexually abused children are abused by persons known or close to the child or the child's family.

*ABUSERS ARE MOSTLY NOT STRANGERS.*

They are right there in your house, co-tenants, family members, lesson teachers, neighbours. Their friends in school, hostel, classmates,class/school teachers, cousins, uncles, nephew, niece, fathers, step fathers, grand fathers, imams, choir masters, pastors, confidants, security guard, maids, family /school drivers, After school teachers , teachers, mummy's friend, daddy's friend, caregivers, strangers........ the list can go on.

Please, do not ask if any of the above is possible because, there is no case of any of the above that has not happened.

*CAUSES OF CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE*

Parental negligence, carelessness, non- challant attitude.

It is as bad as No one can be trusted.

We have a child presently carrying a baby that belongs to her father.

*OTHER CAUSES:*

Absentee parents.

Parents who do not observe.

When the kids are not informed.....

What you watch with your kids.

Indecent dressing by our children.

*WHERE CAN YOUR CHILD BE SEXUALLY ABUSED?*

✓On your bed

✓Right under your nose, under your roof

✓In the school environment- class, toilet etc

✓Hostel 

✓Parties

✓In their room (siblings)

✓Deserted/Abandoned places

✓ When you are distracted etc.

Perpetrators look for opportunities.

 5mins is enough to cause a life long damage.

*HOW DO PAEDOPHILES GET THE VICTIMS?*

1.Grooming

2.Baits

a. Emotional bait

b. Gift bait

c. Financial bait

d. Familiarity & Respect bait.

3. Child grooming

Befriending and establishing an emotional connection with a child, and sometimes the family, to lower the child's inhibitions with the objective of sexual abuse. -Wikipedia-

Gaining the trust of a minor with the intention of having sex relationship with them.

*HOW TO IDENTIFY A POSSIBLE ABUSER:*

A. Always trying to be around your child or vice versa

B. Child feels uncomfortable when he/she sights the abuser or when the abuser is around.

C. Easily and conveniently accept to care for your child while you are away.

D. Can be hard on the child especially if the child is rejecting his moves.

If any of the above is observed, please, shine your eyes. Or sometimes, your child might feel uncomfortable/rejecting to go to the person when you send him or her Or even go for holiday.

Sexual abuse happens among sibblings, set rules, separate their rooms, separate their beds.

We had a case of twins having sex with each other. When they were asked, they said: we see mum and dad do same.

Why should we be that careless?

Because of the carelessness of both parents, their innocent minds were polluted and their lives were destroyed.

*WHAT A PERPETRATOR SAYS TO A CHILD WILLING TO SPEAK OUT:*

•I will kill you

•You will die

•Your mummy will hate you

. No one will marry you if they know

•Your mummy will beat you

•Your mummy will blame you.

•Your mummy and your daddy will die.

•He could cut the child, lick the blood and say: this is a blood convenant between us, the day you tell is the day you die.

Teach your child The *SRR* action.

*S - Shout/scream*

*R - Run*

*R - Report*

Assalaamu alaikum

BIRTHDAY FELICITATION TO A SUPER WOMAN

 

The Chairman, Dr Iyasele Joseph Okwuolisa , on behalf of the SOC and entire  members of NAGGMDP  Delta State, felicitates with *Dr Ejiro Hannah Usamah*, who is the MD , Owa-Alero General Hospital and  Secretary of DTNMA  on the occasion of her natal day anniversary.🍾🎂🎉

May God continue to bless you in all you do for humanity.  We pray that God continually keep you in divine health. 🙏

Congratulations Ma  on your new age! 🙏

DR CHIDI FIDELIS 

PRO

NAGGMDP 

DELTA STATE

NEWS IN NIGERIA FOR TODAY 29TH JULY 2025

 

1. Tinubu Confers National Honours, Awards $100k To Super Falcons

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred National Honours of Officer of Order of Niger (OON) on the victorious Super Falcons of Nigeria for winning the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2025.

The President conferred the honours on them when he received the Falcons at the Presidential Villa on Monday evening.

Tinubu also awarded three-bedroom apartments each and a cash award of $100,000 each to the 24 Super Falcons players and $50,000 each to the technical team.

There is reportedly an additional ₦360,000,000 for the team from the Nigerian Governors’ Forum. ₦10 million from 36 states.

It was gathered that Super Falcons’ captain Rasheedat Ajibade and the Vice Captain Chiamaka Nnadozie presented the 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations to President Tinubu and First Lady, Senator Remi Tinubu at the State Banquet Hall.

Led by team captain Rasheedat Ajibade and head coach Justin Madugu, the champions arrived at the Presidential Villa at 4:35 p.m. to a rousing welcome from President Tinubu and other dignitaries.

Speaking at the ceremony, Tinubu narrated how he found it difficult to watch the Super Falcons’ comeback win over Morocco.

2. Peter Obi To Join PDP, Contest As Presidential Candidate – Ali Modu Sheriff

Former Borno State Governor, Ali Modu Sheriff, has claimed that former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, is set to dump the Labour Party (LP) for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Sheriff, a former National Chairman of the PDP, made this known on Monday during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today.

Speaking on the chances of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 general election, Sheriff downplayed the political power of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi.

He stated that they control no state in Nigeria as it stands, insisting that the duo are no longer heavyweights in politics.

3. Some Of The Governors Are Not Mentally Okay When You Give Them Power – Ubani

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Monday Ubani, has submitted that the best way to tackle insecurity in Nigeria is to have a functional local government administration.

He added that the idea of creating a state police outfit must also be allowed to see the light of day.

According to Ubani, while he agrees that some state governors may have a tendency to abuse state police structures under their watch, legal frameworks must be built into the establishment to prevent such abuse.

Ubani made the submissions as a guest on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Monday.

He stressed that insecurity can only be effectively addressed at the local level.

4. I’ve Not Heard That Tinubu Wants To Drop Shettima, But People Can’t Decide For The President – Ali Modu Sheriff

Former Borno State Governor, Ali Modu Sheriff, has stated that he is not aware of reported plans by President Bola Tinubu to drop Senator Kashim Shettima as his running mate for the 2027 elections.

The former Governor insisted that he was just hearing the news for the first time when the interviewer, Seun Okinbaloye, asked him for a reaction.

He made the remark on Monday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today.

“When you were hearing that there’s a possibility of Senator Kashim Shettima being dropped, did that make you sad?” Senator Ali Modu Sheriff was asked during the programme, and in response, he said, “Honestly, I haven’t heard it.”

The former Governor, however, insisted that President Tinubu reserves the exclusive right to pick whoever he wants as his running mate for the 2027 election, and nobody can dictate to him.

5. SDP NWC Expels Former Governor, El-Rufai For 30 Years

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has expelled former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, from its fold, declaring him ineligible to associate with the party in any capacity for the next 30 years.

This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Araba Rufus Aiyenigba, following a decision reached by the National Working Committee (NWC) after investigations into El-Rufai’s alleged false membership claims and political manoeuvres.

According to Aiyenigba, El-Rufai never formally registered with the party at his ward level as required by the SDP constitution but went ahead to falsely announce on social media that he had joined the party.

“He further forged documents claiming membership and staged photo opportunities with suspended party leaders to reinforce this falsehood,” Aiyenigba said.

The party accused El-Rufai of gross indiscipline, misinformation, inducement, and manipulation, actions that it said had fueled internal divisions and threatened the SDP’s unity and ideological integrity.

The SDP further claimed that El-Rufai had publicly aligned himself with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) while simultaneously attempting to drag the SDP into an unapproved political coalition, undermining party principles.

6. Peter Obi Tackles President Tinubu

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused President Bola Tinubu of plunging Nigeria and its citizens further into poverty.

Peter Obi, in a personally signed statement released via his 𝕏 account on Monday, said under Tinubu’s watch, Nigeria is now classified as one of the hungriest nations in the world.

The Labour Party chieftain recalled how Tinubu, as a presidential candidate during the 2023 election campaigns, berated him for frequently quoting statistics.

Obi, however, said that the same Tinubu, after assuming power, is now disseminating incorrect statistics about the economic situation in Nigeria as a way to cover up his failures as President.

The former Anambra State Governor concluded that governance is not rocket science and urged President Tinubu to rule with purpose, character, competence, capacity and compassion.

7. Bandits Kill 38 Hostages In Zamfara Despite Collecting ₦50 Million Ransom

Residents of Banga village in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State have been thrown into mourning after 38 kidnapped villagers were gruesomely murdered by bandits, despite the payment of over ₦50 million as ransom.

The Chairman of Kaura-Namoda LGA, Mannir Haidara Kaura, confirmed the tragedy on Monday, stating that 56 villagers were initially abducted during the raid.

Kaura told Channels Television that only 18 victims were released after weeks in captivity.

He noted that the released individuals are currently undergoing treatment, while arrangements are underway to console bereaved families.

A resident of the village, Ibrahim Banga, earlier told Channels Television that the bandits had invaded the community months ago and took away dozens of people.

8. ‘I Have Paid The Price For My Daughter’s Marriage, It Must Work’ – Iyabo Ojo

Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo has declared that the price has been paid for her daughter Priscilla Ojo-Mkambala’s marriage to succeed.

The mother of two made this known during Priscilla’s baby shower, which was held in Canada.

While speaking at the event, Iyabo declared that the negative marital patterns in her bloodline have ended with her.

She stated that her daughter will not go through the same experiences.

She encouraged women to start speaking positive words into the lives of their children and to reject the belief that ancestral curses or past failures must continue into future generations.

She affirmed that Priscilla’s marriage will last, that she will grow old beside her husband, and that she will raise her children in peace and love.

According to her, the foundation has been spiritually corrected and the mistakes of the past will not repeat themselves.

9. My Business Collapsed, I Ran Into Debts During Marriage Crisis – May Yul-Edochie

May Edochie, estranged wife of Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has opened up about the struggles she faced after her marriage crashed.

The mother of three spoke during an event in London.

The influencer revealed that she lost all her businesses and was left dealing with heavy financial pressure from debts owed to three different banks.

May explained that her businesses collapsed within a short period, and the financial stress came at a time when she had multiple bank loans to repay.

She said that the losses affected her deeply, with goods in her stores expiring and no revenue to fall back on.

Despite the difficulties, she said she remained determined to push through without relying on others.

10. Victor Osimhen

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has offered a rare glimpse into the emotional toll of his global stardom, describing fame as “boring” and confining.

In an interview with Instablog TV, Osimhen spoke about the downside of fame and how it often robs him of simple joys.

The 25-year-old, who has become a cult hero both in Italy and back home in Nigeria, revealed how even fatherhood has been affected by his celebrity status.

Despite his challenges with the spotlight, Osimhen remains a central figure in Nigerian football and a top target in the European transfer market.

He is on the verge of completing a permanent move to Turkish side, Galatasaray, a club he spent last season in on loan from Napoli.

11. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on all 24 players of Nigeria’s victorious WAFCON team, along with a cash reward of $100,000 and a three-bedroom apartment for each player. Members of the team’s technical crew also received $50,000 each as part of the presidential recognition.

12. No fewer than 100 members of the state owned Community Watch Corps were killed, and more than 30 police officers and several soldiers have lost their lives in the line of duty in Katsina State. The State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Muazu, disclosed this while reacting to social media reports which he described as aimed at causing panic.

13. The United States of America has vowed to withhold visa approval from Nigerians whose sole intent of travelling to the US is for the primary purpose of birth tourism. The US Mission in Nigeria issued the warning yesterday in a post on its official X handle, saying the practice is not permitted in the US.

14. A personnel of the Department of State Services (DSS), attached to the Office of the Chief Medical Director (CMD), Federal University, Owerri (FUTO), Imo State, has been shot dead by armed men who operated along the Okigwe–Umuna axis of the highway.

15. The naira on Monday depreciated to N1,540 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,535 per dollar last weekend. Likewise, the naira depreciated to N1,535.5 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM).

16. Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential flagbearer in the 2023 election, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for allegedly presenting inaccurate statistics to obscure the country’s worsening economic situation. In a post on X on Monday, Obi said Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress candidate during the last election, once ridiculed his emphasis on data when discussing governance.

17. The abductors of six Nigerian Law School students have reportedly threatened to execute the victims if the ransom demanded is not paid. The students were abducted in Benue State on Saturday, July 26, while travelling from Onitsha, Anambra State, to the Yola campus of the Nigerian Law School in Adamawa State.

18. Some yet to be identified gunmen have abducted a businessman, Ifesinachi Onyekere, at the Okpuno community in the Awka area of Anambra State. A security expert, Zagazola Makama, made this known via his X handle on Monday. According to him, the attackers invaded the victim’s residence around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, shot him in the leg, and whisked him away to an unknown destination.

19. The 2023 deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Kaduna State, John Ayuba, has resigned from the party and joined the African Democratic Congress. Ayuba confirmed his defection on Monday in a formal resignation letter addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman of Ungwan Gaiya Ward in Zangon Kataf Local Government Area of the state.

20. Troops of the Nigerian Army, operating under Operation Hadin Kai, on Monday apprehended a suspected Nigerien terrorist while attempting to infiltrate a security perimeter in Yobe. The troops also neutralised scores of terrorists, apprehended several others, and rescued victims in various operations across theatres of operation.

21. Tinubu showers Super Falcons with national honours, cash gifts, houses

Nigeria’s women’s national football team, the Super Falcons, received a hero’s welcome at the Presidential Villa on Monday, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu conferred on them one of the country’s highest civilian honours and rewarded them with substantial gifts for their triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.

22. Internally Displaced Again! – Presidency mocks El-Rufai over SDP red card

The Presidency has aimed a jab at former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, following reports of his expulsion from the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

23. Pat Utomi slams Band A electricity tariff, warns FG against policies that impoverish Nigerians

Renowned political economist and public affairs analyst, Professor Pat Utomi, has issued a scathing rebuke of the Federal Government’s Band A electricity tariff, describing the policy as “exploitative, economically senseless, and dangerous to the welfare of working Nigerians.”

24. Fayose backs Tinubu, Oyebanji for 2027, cites performance over party loyalty

In a move that has sparked fresh debate within Nigeria’s political circles, former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has declared his support for the re-election bids of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji ahead of the 2027 general elections—despite his membership in the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

25. Rhodes-Vivour pins 2023 election loss on violence, voter suppression

The Labour Party’s gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 general elections in Lagos State, Mr. Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has identified widespread violence and voter suppression as the primary factors responsible for his loss to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

26. EU refutes MSF’s claim of aid cuts, says funding for Nigeria’s humanitarian crisis remains intact

The European Union (EU) has categorically denied reports suggesting it has slashed humanitarian aid to Nigeria, particularly in areas concerning food, nutrition, and health-related emergencies.

27. Equities market begins week on bullish note as investors gain N400bn profit

The Nigerian equities market began the trading week the same way it ended last week, on a bullish trajectory on Monday, July 28, 2025, as investors in the Nigerian equities market gained N400 billion.

28. Iran threatens harsher response to future U.S. or Israeli attacks amid nuclear tension

Iran has warned that it will react with greater force if targeted again by the United States or Israel, escalating rhetoric amid ongoing tensions over its nuclear programme.

29. Rivers reschedules LG elections to August 30 amid emergency rule disruption

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has announced that local government elections across the state will now be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025 — shifting the date from the earlier scheduled August 9.

30. D’Tigress beat Mozambique to reach Afrobasket quarter-finals

Nigeria’s D’Tigress claimed a gritty 60-55 win over a determined Mozambique team in their second Group D match at the 2025 FIBA AfroBasket on Monday in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

 

Governor suspends 87 officials, including commissioners, for not attending official event

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Lassa fever claims 152 lives in 2025 – NCDC

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UPDATED: Tinubu gives each Super Falcon 3-bedroom flat, $100,000, OON

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WAFCON: Super Falcons arrive Presidential Villa to meet Tinubu

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Kaduna residents lament soaring rents as rates triple in one year

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Peter Obi accuses Tinubu of ‘overfeeding’ Nigerians with wrong statistics

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US warns Nigerians, others against using visa for childbirth citizenship

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SDP bans El-Rufai from party for 30 years

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Nigerian doctors suspend planned strike, gives 21-day ultimatum

http://bit.ly/3H8xYAW

FCTA workers’ union lists unmet demands as 21-day ultimatum expires

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Thailand, Cambodia reach ceasefire agreement

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‘APC inherited non-existent country in 2015’ – former presidential aspirant

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Electricity: Over $2 billion attracted for grid expansion, off-grid electrification projects – Minister

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Police foil armed robbery attack, kill suspect

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UPDATED: Tinubu confers OON award, gifts three bedroom apartments, N4.5bn to victorious Falcons

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CONUA to Fed Govt: TISSF loan scheme shouldn’t replace earned allowances, others

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Doctors’ strike paralyses services at LASUTH, others

http://bit.ly/4ffFR4j

Concerned APC members demand removal of Lagos State chair

http://bit.ly/3UyQIwB

Osun 2026: APC Elders’ Caucus meets with 11 governorship aspirants ahead November primary

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Naira Marley slams critics, warns of suffering in life, hereafter

http://bit.ly/3H6a3SK

Why I was hesitant about Priscilla's Baby shower ceremony - Iyabo Ojo

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State creation: How Anioma’s identity resonates with Southeastern region

http://bit.ly/40EHC4Y

Rivers reschedules council poll to August 30

http://bit.ly/4o8V8YE

Tinubu-Kwankwaso alliance talks not unusual, says presidential aide

http://bit.ly/4lMR6n7

D’Tigress beat Mozambique to extend unbeaten run, reach quarterfinals

http://bit.ly/4fkLgHq

FG launches YouthCred credit scheme to support 400,000 young Nigerians

http://bit.ly/4f7P2Ua

NDE opens portal for vocational training of 27,000 unemployed Nigerians

http://bit.ly/46sC7Kt

FG, UK launch programme to boost Nigerian SMEs, strengthen trade standards

http://bit.ly/3UzkiC5

Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill: FG may sell 11 Discos to new investors

https://bun.is/r0bpv4

2027: APC kicks as opposition backs single day polls

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Cheating: Ondo girl nabbed for stabbing boyfriend to death

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States vs Discos: Tinubu’s electricity law unleashes widespread crisis

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I almost joined Tottenham – Aina

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Privacy concerns deepen as ChatGPT CEO sounds the alarm

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EFCC arrests 32 suspected Internet fraudsters, recover car in Bauchi

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Kidnappers threaten to kill six abducted law students over unpaid ransom

https://shorturl.at/E5bdH

Edo youths’ protest over erosion, kidnapping grounds traffic

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Police probe assault on Edo activist

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Gunmen shoot, abduct Anambra bizman

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Soludo celebrates birthday with patients, inmates 

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Kebbi APC debunks defection rumours, reaffirms party’s strength

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Bye election: Okpebholo expresses confidence in APC's candidates

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JUST IN: Kaduna PDP deputy gov candidate defects to ADC

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Osimhen set for Galatasaray unveiling

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CAF announces record $10.4m CHAN prize money

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I dated young men for fun – Shaffy Bello

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NDLEA intensified fight against drug abuse yielding results

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Five dead, 55 injured in Yola flood – NEMA

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Insecurity: VC dares Governor over alleged defamatory remark

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Organ Harvest Saga: Why the court exonerated me, others – Medical doctor

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Displaced Hippos kill one, attack communities in Adamawa

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ADC slams Tinubu over mounting debts, demands audit

https://bun.is/0momcm

NiMet forecasts rain, thunderstorms, flash floods nationwide

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*GOD BLESS NIGERIA*

DR CHIDI FIDELIS 

PRO

NAGGMDP 

DELTA STATE 

BIRTHDAY FELICITATION......

 

The Chairman , Dr Iyasele Joseph Okwuolisa on behalf of the SOC and the entire members of NAGGMDP, Delta State, felicitates with  Dr Freedom Enerho , who is a Principal Medical Officer in Delta State HMB and a Senior Registrar in DELSUTH , on the occasion of his natal day anniversary.

May God continue to bless you in all you do for humanity. Happy birthday to you. 

Congratulations Sir

Dr Chidi Fidelis 

PRO 

NAGGMDP 

Delta state

BIG CONGRATS TO NONI MADUEKE. ARSENAL JUST SIGNED HIM

 

Noni Madueke will wear the number 20 shirt at Arsenal. ✅

@Premier_League_Update

NEWS IN NIGERIA FOR TODAY 17TH JULY 2025

 

1. Atiku Abubakar Officially Dumps PDP

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

Atiku communicated his decision to leave the main opposition party in a letter to the PDP Chairman Jada 1 ward, Jada LGA, Adamawa State.

Recalls that Atiku, alongside Nasir El-Rufai and Peter Obi, had formed a coalition of opposition parties to oust President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027.

They have also adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the party to run against the All Progressives Congress (APC).

2. EFCC Rejects High Court Judgement, Heads To Appeal Court

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced plans to appeal the court order that discharged and acquitted former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, of the fraud charges against him.

The position of the EFCC was made known in a statement released on Wednesday via its 𝕏 account.

Recalls that a Federal High Court in Lagos on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, stated that the evidence presented by the EFCC was insufficient to sustain the charges against the former Governor.

The court upheld Fayose’s no-case submission, effectively ruling that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against him to warrant further defence.

Recall that Fayose had been standing trial on allegations bordering on money laundering and fraud during his tenure as governor.

On May 20, Fayose filed a no-case submission in response to the ₦6.9 billion fraud charges levelled against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

However, in a swift reaction, the EFCC said its lawyers are studying the judgment delivered by Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke and are already preparing for an appeal.

3. Rumour That Peter Obi Has Betrayed Nenadi Usman Is False – Obidient Movement

The Obidient Movement Worldwide has denied the alleged rift between former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi and the Acting National Chairman of the party, Senator Nenadi Usman.

The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko, in a statement issued on Wednesday, described the speculations as baseless and the handiwork of propagandists hell-bent on sowing the seed of discord between the two.

In response to journalists’ questions about Obi’s appearance at the Labour Party’s campaign flag off for its Anambra gubernatorial flag bearer, George Moghalu, over the weekend, Tanko explained that Obi remains a committed and loyal member of the Nenadi Usman-led Labour Party.

He asserted that Obi was present at the campaign because it was the right and reasonable place to be after the Supreme Court upheld her appeal regarding the party’s crisis.

4. 151 Senior Police Officers Face Disciplinary Panel In Abuja

One hundred and fifty-one senior officers of the Nigeria Police are now answering to the Force Disciplinary Committee (FDC) over a range of unresolved misconduct cases.

The high-level hearings began on Monday, July 14, at the IGP Smart Conference Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja, and will continue through Friday, July 25.

The Police officers, ranging from the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) and above, have been summoned from commands and formations across the country.

Their cases are being reviewed in what authorities describe as a “thorough and transparent” process under existing police regulations. The outcomes will be forwarded to the Police Service Commission for final decisions.

The disciplinary proceedings come at a time when the Force is under increasing public scrutiny over abuse of power, extortion, and human rights violations. For many observers, this latest development signals a bid to regain public trust by holding even high-ranking officers to account.

According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the FDC is “an essential internal structure responsible for adjudicating alleged ethical violations and professional misconduct.”

5. APC Now Runs Like A Monarchy, Has Lost Democratic Ideals – Salihu Lukman

Former National Vice Chairman (Northwest) of the All Progressives Congress, Salihu Lukman, has declared that the ruling party has completely deviated from its founding principles, stating that it now operates more like a monarchy than a democratic institution.

Lukman, who resigned from the APC in 2023, citing betrayal of democratic values, made the remarks during an interview on Arise News on Wednesday, where he reflected on Muhammadu Buhari’s legacy, the internal decay within the APC, and his vision for a new political coalition.

While paying tribute to the late former President Buhari, Lukman described him as a paradoxical figure, noting that his greatest strength, non-intervention, was also his biggest failing.

He argued that Buhari’s accommodating style hindered decisive leadership and allowed the party structure to deteriorate under his watch.

He accused the party of reducing itself to a cheerleader for elected officials, rather than acting as a watchdog or strategic guide.

Lukman described the current APC as a hollow structure, where critical party organs no longer function and major decisions are taken without consultation.

6. Atiku’s Exit Will Not Make Any Dent On PDP – Seyi Makinde

The governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has dismissed the exit of former presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

He asserted that it is better for individuals holding the party down to quit, adding that everyone has free entrance and exit.

The Governor stated this in Akure, the Ondo state capital, during an interview with journalists at the 10th anniversary of the rulership of the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi.

When asked to comment on Atiku’s exit from the party, the governor said,” Politics is a game of interest. I don’t think that will make any dent on PDP as a party.

”The Peoples Democratic Party is an institution. We have freedom of entrance and exit. Anyone that will hold PDP down, it is better for such a individual to quit.”

On whether the Africa Democratic Congress poses a threat to the Peoples Democratic Party, Makinde said,” I don’t see ADC as a threat to PDP.

7. Lawyer Accuses Mohbad’s Family Of Victimizing Wunmi

A Nigerian lawyer, Festus Ogun, has raised concerns over the treatment of late singer Mohbad’s wife, Wunmi, following her husband’s controversial death.

In a tweet, the lawyer claimed that she is being deliberately targeted and unfairly accused.

Ogun, who said he was the first legal practitioner to write to the Chief Coroner of Lagos regarding Mohbad’s death, revealed that he took part in the Coroner Inquest.

According to him, after attending just four sittings, he already had a strong idea of how the singer died.

Mohbad, a rising star in Nigeria’s music industry, died in September 2023 at the age of 27 under unclear circumstances.

His sudden death sparked outrage, protests, and demands for justice across the country.

The lawyer condemned the ongoing accusations against Wunmi, describing them as calculated attempts to scapegoat her.

8. Actress Lolo 1 Finds Love Again Years After Failed Marriage

Nigerian actress, Omotunde Adebowale, popularly known as Lolo 1, has found love again.

Naija News reports that she revealed the identity of her lover, Emmanuel Lawrence, in an Instagram post shared to mark his birthday.

In the post, the media personality expressed affection for Lawrence and shared pictures of the two looking happy together.

The actress, widely known for playing the character Adaku in the television series Jenifa’s Diary, described him warmly and mentioned plans to celebrate the day with beach fun and sushi.

“Happy birthday to my sweet gentleman. A complex beautiful piece of God’s unique creation. I pray that God will amplify all you ask of him. Mr luxury himself, let’s spend your money today Oga. Beach and sushi… one for me one for you,” she wrote.

Lawrence, who has been seen with Lolo on a few occasions in recent times, had earlier celebrated her during International Women’s Day on his own Instagram page, praising her as a good woman.

This new chapter comes years after Lolo’s marriage ended.

9. Ola Aina Fears Failing To Play In FIFA World Cup

Super Eagles of Nigeria right-back, Ola Aina, has hinted that the 2026 FIFA World Cup might be his last chance of playing in the competition.

Ola Aina, who currently plays as a defender for Nottingham Forest, reflected on his painful absence from previous tournaments, especially the 2018 edition of the tournament in Russia.

“I got shenked in 2018,” Aina said, referring to then-coach Gernot Rohr’s decision to leave him out of the squad for the competition. “That manager shenked me, I was supposed to go, but he did rubbish.”

The 27-year-old, who will turn 29 just a few months before the 2026 tournament, is not holding back anymore. After also missing out in 2022, when the Super Eagles failed to qualify following a playoff heartbreak against arch-rivals Ghana, Aina knows what is at stake.

10. Napoli VP Receives Death Threats As Victor Osimhen Transfer To Galatasaray Drags On

Napoli vice president Edoardo De Laurentiis has received death threats from an alleged Galatasaray supporter frustrated by the delay in finalising Victor Osimhen‘s permanent move.

Osimhen, who enjoyed a prolific loan spell at Galatasaray last season, scoring 37 goals in 41 appearances and clinching both the Super Lig and Turkish Cup titles, is eager to continue with the Istanbul giants.

Despite this, Napoli’s tough stance on transfer terms has thrown negotiations into chaos.

According to Football Italia, a Turkish journalist, Samet Çayır, shared screenshots of a WhatsApp conversation allegedly between De Laurentiis and a person claiming to be affiliated with the Turkish Mafia.

The message read: “Let Osimhen go or you are finished.” The sender also threatened De Laurentiis’ father, Napoli owner Aurelio, in an apparent attempt to force the club’s hand in the deal.

11. Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar yesterday dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the third time, citing irreconcilable differences with the leadership. The former Vice President said the party had deviated from the foundational principles which made it a formidable platform.

12. Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory police command have arrested one Yahaya Saleh for attempting to secure the release of a suspected kidnapper who is under investigation. CP Saka Ajao Adewale, FCT police commissioner, who disclosed this to newsmen on Wednesday, at the command, said Saleh attempted to bribe the police investigators handling the kidnap case with the sum of N1.5 million to secure the release of the suspect.

13. Africa’s heavy dependence on fuel imports has turned the continent into a dumping ground for substandard petroleum products, Aliko Dangote, has said. The president of Dangote Industries Limited and Africa’s richest man made the remarks during an interview with journalists, where he highlighted the motivation behind building the $19 billion Dangote Refinery.

14. Legal counsel to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has faulted the National Assembly’s interpretation of a Federal High Court judgment which ordered her reinstatement to the Senate, insisting that the judgment is binding and must be complied with in full.

15. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Nasir el-Rufai, former governor of Kaduna state, Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), in 2023, Peter Obi and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, visited the grave of former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina state, on Wednesday.

16. Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has said the Nigerian Air Force would significantly expand its aerial fleet with the acquisition of 49 state-of-the-art aircraft by the end of 2026. The air chief disclosed this at the opening of the 2025 Aircraft Engineering Conference, held at NAF headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday.

17. The All Progressives Congress says Atiku Abubakar’s resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party poses no threat to its political dominance. APC’s Lagos spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, in a Wednesday statement, said Atiku’s possible defection to the African Democratic Congress changes nothing for the 2027 elections.

18. Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, was on Wednesday discharged of N6.9bn fraud charges by a Federal High Court sitting in Lagos. Following the judgment, an emotional Fayose broke down outside the courtroom, as supporters celebrated the victory.

19. Two sisters have been apprehended by the Enugu State Police Command for allegedly masterminding the kidnapping of their brother, Mr. Friday Chukwu. The two sisters, Juliet Chukwu and Ngozi Nancy Chukwu, are the younger sisters of the victim, who hails from Amaeze village, Ishiagu community, in the Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State.

20. President Bola Tinubu has approved an expanded Special Session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting holding on Thursday, to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday. This is contained in a statement issued by Malam Rabiu Ibrahim, the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister of Information and National Orientation on Wednesday in Abuja.

 DR CHIDI FIDELIS 

PRO

NAGGMDP 

DELTA STATE 

MUST READ......Delta State Health Systems Strengthening and Capacity Development (DAY 2).

 

*National Facilitator, Mr Charles Akharia.

It started with a the National Anthem followed by repeteur by the Executive Secretary of Okpe LGA, Mrs Evelyn Egbezomo, who gave a recap of DAY 1.

Health Fellow Amara Onwuegbuchulam👆

Problem solving was done by Dr Ewere Agbeyeke, one of the Facilitators, including group work where different frameworks where used to approach different situations. *Interestingly, one Executive Secretary, Patani LGA presented in Pidgin English and two National Health Fellows, Miss Onome* *Ugbarugba and Pharm Amara Onwuegbuchulam from Ughelli North and Ika North East LGAs respectively presented from their* *respective groups and they did very, displaying their deep understanding of the process.* 

Health Fellow Onome Ugbarugba👆

The SWAp Desk Officer talked about 'Data for decision- Making and Performers Dialogue'. It was an interactive and partipatory session as participants now understand the importance of input quality data and acting on them.

Overview of the HSSB was given by Mr Charles Akharia, National Facilitator. This was closely followed by a plenary session.

The M&E Work stream Focal Person, Dr Ajiroghene Ogeh, concluded the day.

Dr Obaro Ogemudia, the Executive Secretary (PHC Head) for Patani LGA presenting with Pidgin English

There were two tea breaks and lunch for participants.

Dr Oyawiri Samuel A.

SWAp Coordinator.

MUST READ......DELTA STATE REPORT OF DAY 1 (14TH, JULY 2025) ON THE HEALTH SYSTEMS STRENGTHENING/ CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT AND WEB TOOL PROGRAM WORKSHOP.*

 

The PS SMoH, Dr Philomena Okeowo, representating the *HCH, Dr Joseph Onojaeme,* with his opening remarks.

The workshop started at about 10:15am and witnessed the presence of the Permanent Secretary SMoH who also represented the HCH, DHPRS SMoH, DPRS DSPHCDA, Development Partners, The Focal Person for M&E Work stream from the SCO, Dr Ogeh Ajiroghene, Facilitators, six National Health Fellows, the media and participants.

It began with an opening prayer, which was followed by the National Anthem.

A minute silence was made in honour of our late immediate past president, Muhammadu Buhari.

Dr Ajiroghene Ogeh, the SCO M&E Work Stream focal person giving a lecture on MAMII

Everyone introduced themselves.

The DHPRS SMoH gave her welcome remarks.

The HCH, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, gave his opening remarks. This was done by the PS SMoH, Dr Philomena Okeowo.

This was followed by goodwill messages of DPs present.

Pretest was done.

A 12 minute video of the TA to the CMH&SW, Dr Ashiru Adamu Abubakar, was displayed to set the stage and what the workshop is all about.

The other sessions were taken by the Facilitators, including those done by the SCO's M&E Work Stream focal person, Dr Ajiroghene Ogeh.

Presentations from various groups, by BHCPF focal person, Mr Divine Azubuike

Most of the meeting was  participatory as participants were asking questions and being asked as well especially during presentation by each group after the group work.

Presentations from various groups, by Dr Daniel Isoje, CMAC, Asaba Specialist Hospital

Meeting ended at 5:45pm.

Dr Ashiru Adamu Abubakar's speech on insights on the workshop (setting the stage).

Sector Wide Approach in Nigeria, by Dr Samuel Aghogho Oyawiri, SWAp Desk Officer

Group works

Dr Samuel Aghogho Oyawiri 

SWAp Coordinator.

SPEED OF LIGHT......HEALTH SECTOR IN DELTA STATE IS ON ANOTHER LEVEL NOW.

 

NEWS IN NIGERIA FOR TODAY 8TH JULY 2025

 

UPDATED: Olubadan of Ibadanland is dead

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2027: Why I’ll still work with old, ‘failed’ politicians in ADC coalition – Peter Obi

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Emir of Kano Crisis: Ado Bayero’s loyalists evicted from palace

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IMF says Nigeria must raise revenue, fix budget to support growth

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ANALYSIS: Will US brokered Rwanda-DRC deal pave way for peace?

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Gunmen attack checkpoint, kill police officer

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Why joining coalition isn’t anti-party against LP – Peter Obi

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Many injured as Danfo somersaults in 3rd Mainland Bridge crash

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AGF okays N400m fraud charges against Andy Uba, court sets date for arraignment

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Ex-governor Rashidi Ladoja set to become next Olubadan

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Court sends two CBEX operators to prison for alleged crypto investment fraud

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Chemical explosion kills 19-year-old, two others at Ogun factory

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At BRICS Summit, Tinubu calls for reevaluation of global governance structure

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Global leaders commit to boost sustainable development financing

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CBN clarifies $50 non-resident BVN charge

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Nigeria restates commitment to nuclear test ban

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Mark, Aregbesola takeover in conflict with ADC constitution

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FG subsidised electricity with N536.40b in three months

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Lagos ranked world’s fastest-growing emerging tech hub

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Why we founded Enugu Air - Mbah

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TCN adds 250MW to grid with commissioning of new Bauchi substation

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Motherhood is tough but rewarding — Tiwa Savage

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APC's real threat lies within not ADC coalition - Onoh

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Oyebanji, Fayemi not for ADC, says aide

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2027: Kwankwasiyya UK backs leader, ideology

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Aina signs three-year deal with Nottingham Forest

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July flood alert: 20 states at risk despite N620bn intervention

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Senate braces for showdown as Natasha plans return today

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2027: Firestorm as APC, coalition battle for Northern ADC leaders

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Five Edo IDPs set for Nigerian Law School graduation

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ASUU branches suspend lectures over delayed June salaries

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N4tn subsidy savings channeled to infrastructure – Tinubu

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Nigerians in Dundee worry after woman’s death, suspect arraigned

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Lagos traders, leaders bicker over Thai investors

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Man burnt with hot oil for stealing in Lagos market

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Judiciary key to capital market growth, says Shettima

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FG tackles energy poverty with Mission 300 initiative

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Tinubu trying to weaken opposition, ADC alleges

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APC begins sale of forms for NASS bye-elections

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PDP BoT member, Waziri, defects to ADC, cites loss of credibility

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Juve open Ndidi talks

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Don Jazzy: I’m not strong enough to be with only one woman

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Another week of massive illicit drugs haul by NDLEA

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Oyebanji speaks on reports Fayemi has led him to ADC

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Coalition: Court asked to sack Mark-led interim leadership of ADC

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Makinde has right to oversee how LG funds are spent – Commissioner

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Lagos dismantles illegal checkpoints along Badagry Expressway

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Osimhen set for Galatasaray move, awaits Napoli agreement

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DR CHIDI FIDELIS 

PRO

NAGGMDP 

DELTA STATE 

*GOD BLESS NIGERIA*