Day: August 19, 2026

Day: August 19, 2026
NEWS

CSGGG Hails Tinubu Over Enitan’s Appointment as Head of Civil Service, Says He’s Perfect Fit

The Civil Society Groups for Good Governance (CSGGG) has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the appointment of Dr. Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, describing him as a “perfect fit” for the position. In a statement issued in Abuja, the President of CSGGG, Comrade Ogakwu Dominic Ogakwu, said

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National News

NELFUND: Tinubu Directs EFCC to Release  Recovered Loot to Fund Education

NELFUND: Tinubu Directs EFCC to Release  Recovered Loot to Fund Education   The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the release of funds recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for investment in Nigeria’s education sector. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on Wednesday while briefing journalists after the FEC meeting

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National News

BREAKING: Tinubu Names Enitan as New Head of Civil Service of the Federation

BREAKING: Tinubu Names Enitan as New Head of Civil Service of the Federation  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF). Enitan’s appointment takes effect from August 27, 2026, according to a

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Sports

UEFA Champions League Play-Offs: Three First-Leg Draws Set Stage for Decisive Return Matches

The UEFA Champions League play-off round began on Tuesday with all three first-leg fixtures ending in draws, leaving the ties finely balanced ahead of the return matches. UEFA Champions League play-off results played on Tuesday: Levski Sofia 0-0 AEK AthensGNK Dinamo 2-2 Viking Fenerbahce 1-1 Lyon Viking fought back from two goals down to secure

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NEWS

Sanwo-Olu Seeks Lagos Assembly Approval to Reorder 2026 Budget

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has asked the Lagos State House of Assembly to approve a review and reordering of the state’s 2026 Appropriation Law, known as the “Budget of Shared Prosperity.” The request was formally transmitted to the legislature and presented during Tuesday’s plenary after the Clerk of the House, Adenike Oshinowo, read the

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NEWS

EFCC Recovers N4.48bn Diesel Allegedly Diverted by Lagos Oil Company

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered 2.3 million litres of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as diesel, valued at about N4.485 billion, allegedly diverted from Prudent Energy and Services Limited by Mamemo Ibru of Ibafon Oil and Gas in Lagos. The recovery followed a petition submitted to the anti-graft agency by

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Politics & Government

Osun Governorship Election: APC, Accord Trade Blame Over Alleged Post-Election Attacks

The All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party in Osun State have traded accusations over alleged attacks involving their members in the aftermath of Saturday’s governorship election. The dispute followed the declaration of Governor Ademola Adeleke as winner of the poll by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), with the APC accusing supporters of

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Politics & Government

2027: INEC Chairman Assures Nigerians of Electoral Neutrality

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Professor Joash Amupitan, has assured Nigerians and political parties that the commission will remain neutral in the 2027 general elections. Amupitan said INEC has no preferred candidate or political party and would not interfere with the outcome of the elections. He gave the assurance on Tuesday

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Politics & Government

Kebbi ADC Names Former Deputy Speaker Sani Tadurga Campaign DG for 2027 Elections

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kebbi State has appointed former Deputy Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Sani Tadurga, to lead its campaign council ahead of the 2027 general elections. Tadurga will serve as Director-General of the Kebbi State Campaign Council, following the approval of his appointment by the party’s

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Politics & Government

2027: Fayose Says Atiku Too Old to Contest Presidential Election

Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has questioned the suitability of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to contest the 2027 presidential election, citing his age. Fayose likened Atiku to former United States President Joe Biden, arguing that advanced age should be a major consideration when Nigerians assess presidential candidates. He said Atiku, who would be

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