Author: Starnews NG
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Update: Tinubu Calls Aishat Buhari, Issues Directives
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially announced the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m. following a prolonged illness. In a statement released by the Presidency and signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu…
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PDP Records Rare Win in Lagos LG Elections with Yaba Councillorship Seat
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has secured a lone councillorship seat in the Lagos State local government elections, a notable development in a state where the All Progressives Congress (APC) holds a longstanding dominance. The PDP’s candidate, Babatunde Dosunmu, emerged victorious in Ward D of the Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA), defeating his APC…
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APC Secures Chairmanship Victories in Epe, Eredo, Ibeju-Lekki
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has been declared winner of the local government chairmanship elections held in Epe, Eredo, and Ibeju-Lekki areas of Lagos State. The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) made the announcement late Saturday night at the secretariats of the respective local councils. In Epe Local Government Area, the Returning Officer, Professor…
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Air Peace Plane Involved in Runway Incident at Port Harcourt Airport
An Air Peace aircraft operating Flight P47190 from Lagos veered slightly off the runway after landing at the Port Harcourt International Airport on Sunday morning. The airline, in a statement released by its spokesperson, Osifo-Whiskey Efe, confirmed that the aircraft had what it described as a “runway excursion” upon touching down in Port Harcourt. Despite…
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Over 15,000 Nigerian Nurses Get UK Practice Licence Since 2017 — Report
A recent report from the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the United Kingdom has revealed that a total of 15,421 nurses and midwives trained in Nigeria have been added to the UK’s professional register between 2017 and March 31, 2025. The NMC, which regulates nursing and midwifery practice in the UK, confirmed that as…
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Tinubu Orders Completion of Abandoned Infrastructure in Niger Delta
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a directive for the prompt completion of long-abandoned projects in the Niger Delta, reaffirming the region’s crucial role in Nigeria’s economic stability and growth. The president gave the directive on Saturday during the 25th anniversary celebration of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) held in Port Harcourt. Represented by…
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Peter Obi Responds to Criticism Over Food Sharing at Charity Event, Says Humility Is His Lifestyle
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has addressed mixed reactions following his participation in a charity programme held in Imo State, where he was seen distributing food to less privileged individuals. The event, titled “Jubilee of Hope”, held last week, drew significant attention online after images and videos circulated showing Obi personally serving…
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Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Visiting Saint Lucia, Brazil
President Bola Tinubu is back in Abuja after completing visits to Saint Lucia and Brazil for official engagements. The trip began on June 28, 2025, when he left Nigeria for Saint Lucia. During his four-day visit, he met with the country’s Governor-General, Cyril Charles, and Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre. He also spoke at a…
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Lagos LG Poll: Ikosi-Isheri Residents Lament Lack of Voter Cards, Information
Some residents of Ikosi-Isheri in Kosofe Local Government Area have expressed frustration over being unable to take part in the ongoing local government elections in Lagos State, citing missing voter cards and a general lack of information about the electoral process. When a reporter visited the community on Saturday morning, many residents showed little interest…
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Sanwo-Olu’s Polling Unit Opens for Voting in Lagos LG Elections
Voting activities have commenced at Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s designated polling station — Polling Unit 007, located at St. Stephen’s Nursery and Primary School, Adeniji Adele, on Lagos Island. As of 8:00 a.m., officials of the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) were on ground and began the voting process on schedule, marking the start of…
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Movement Disrupted at Berger as Security Locks Down Roads for Lagos LG Elections
Traffic came to a halt at the Berger area of Lagos on Saturday morning as security personnel blocked access routes into the state ahead of the 2025 local government elections. As early as 7:32 a.m., large numbers of commuters were seen stranded, and several vehicles were forced to turn back due to the heavy presence…
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Ibas Expresses Displeasure Over Slow Work on Rivers Assembly Complex
Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, has raised concerns over the sluggish progress on the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex renovation project in Port Harcourt. During an inspection visit on Friday, Ibas criticized the pace of work, saying it was far below the standard expected by the state government.…