The Presidency has dismissed recent criticism from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, insisting that his claims about hunger and economic hardship in the country are misleading and out of touch …
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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu, saying that more than two years into his administration, there is still no indication that he can effectively tackle the …
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has concluded his work vacation ahead of schedule and will return to Abuja on Tuesday to resume official duties. The President departed for France on 4 …
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MRA Calls for Protection of Free Expression, Civic Space On International Democracy Day
Media Rights Agenda (MRA) today called on Governments in Nigeria to rededicate themselves to strengthening democratic institutions, safeguarding civic space, protecting free expression, and ensuring the free flow of information …
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Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has faulted the planned 5% fuel surcharge, urging the government to avoid worsening economic hardship. The senior lawyer spoke on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics programme, …
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MRA Condemns Escalating Attacks On Journalists, Urges International Pressure To End Impunity
Media Rights Agenda (MRA) on Thursday condemned the alarming rise in attacks, intimidation, and harassment of journalists across Nigeria, including the recent arrest and detention of Mr. Hassan Mai-Waya Kangiwa …
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Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reiterated his commitment to strengthening grassroots governance by endorsing a bill that seeks to grant full autonomy to all 44 local government councils …
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said that 14 associations have been cleared to proceed to the next stage of their applications to be registered as political parties in Nigeria. …
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) committee on food security to move swiftly in implementing measures aimed at reducing food prices nationwide. Minister of State …
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The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has suspended its strike following an agreement with the management of Dangote Refinery to recognise workers’ rights to unionise. The …