Author: Starnews NG
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Tinubu Meets Finance, Economic Team Amid Tax Reform Preparations
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday met with key members of his finance and economic team at the Presidential Villa in Abuja as part of intensified efforts to implement the administration’s ongoing tax reform agenda. Present at the closed-door session were the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun; Minister of…
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Ondo: Police Arrest Five-Member Robbery Gang, Recover Stolen DAF Truck
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested five members of a notorious armed robbery gang that allegedly stole a white DAF truck in Akure and moved it across several northern states before they were apprehended. The suspects were arrested in a coordinated operation by the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad following a petition over the stolen truck…
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Wizkid Introduced Me to Instagram, Says Daddy Showkey
Veteran ghetto-dance star Daddy Showkey has revealed that Grammy-winning singer Wizkid introduced him to Instagram and helped him create his first account. In a recent video call with music producer Maleek Berry, Daddy Showkey recounted how a few years ago he visited Wizkid’s home and discovered that he was trending online after the younger artist…
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2027: Why We Adopted Tinubu — Adeleke, Osun PDP
In a move that has taken many by surprise, the Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), alongside Governor Ademola Adeleke, has formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for re-election in the 2027 presidential election. This endorsement was contained in a communiqué dated July 21, 2025, and jointly signed by key political figures…
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New refineries impossible under corrupt system — Dangote
Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, has issued a stark warning: no new large-scale refineries will be built on the continent unless governments dismantle systemic corruption and the dominance of foreign fuel importers. Speaking at the Global Commodity Insights Conference on West Africa’s Refined Fuel Market in Abuja, the Dangote Group president singled out the Lomé…
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Senate under Akpabio worst in Nigeria’s history — Natasha
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has described the 10th National Assembly under the leadership of Senate President Godswill Akpabio as the worst in Nigeria’s legislative history. The senator representing Kogi Central made the remark on Tuesday following her unsuccessful attempt to resume plenary after a Federal High Court ruling nullified her earlier suspension from the Senate. Speaking…
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Reps Committee Makes U-turn, Passes Vote of Confidence in UBEC Boss
The House of Representatives Committee on Basic Education has reversed its earlier stance and passed a vote of confidence in the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Aisha Garba Mohammed. This development followed the committee’s legislative retreat held over the weekend in Lagos, which focused on the review of the UBEC…
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JUST IN: Osun Governor Adeleke, PDP Back Tinubu for 2027 Presidency
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State and the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party have expressed their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second-term ambition in the 2027 general elections. The governor made the endorsement public in a message shared on his official X account (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday. According to the post, Adeleke…
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JUST IN: Senator Natasha Returns to National Assembly as Security Tightens
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan appeared at the National Assembly on Monday, drawing attention as security operatives heightened surveillance around the complex and her supporters gathered in anticipation. Security was visibly reinforced at the main gate, with officers thoroughly inspecting vehicles and limiting access for visitors. At least five police patrol vehicles were seen stationed at strategic…
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Federal Polytechnic Idah Bans Sign-Out Ceremonies for Final-Year Students
The management of the Federal Polytechnic, Idah, has officially banned all forms of sign-out ceremonies by final-year students, citing concerns over public disturbance and misconduct. In a circular reaffirmed by the institution’s Governing Council, the school stated that the decision, originally taken by the Top Management Committee in August 2024, remains in full effect and…
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Send Kemi Badenoch Home for Proper Education, Presidency Tells UK
The Presidency has strongly criticised British Conservative Party politician, Kemi Badenoch, over her recent remarks about Nigeria, describing her comments as offensive and uninformed. It further suggested that the UK should “send her back home for proper education.” Badenoch, who is of Nigerian descent and currently serves as the UK Secretary of State for Business…
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Death Toll Rises to 27 in Bangladesh Air Force Jet Crash
At least 27 people, including 25 schoolchildren, a teacher, and the pilot, have been confirmed dead following the crash of a Bangladesh Air Force fighter jet into a school compound in Dhaka on Monday. The F-7 BGI aircraft, which took off from the Kurmitola Air Force Base for a routine training flight, reportedly suffered mechanical…