# government area (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover government area. Page: Feed: --- ## [Obi Pays Tribute To Dolly Parton, Says Greatness Extends Beyond Music](https://newtelegraphng.com/obi-pays-tribute-to-dolly-parton-says-greatness-extends-beyond-music/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obi-pays-tribute-to-dolly-parton-says-greatness-extends-beyond-music) _2026-08-26 · MIRIAM NNOLI · New Telegraph_ The Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, on Wednesday, paid tribute to late American country music icon Dolly Parton, describing her greatness as extending beyond her music. In a post on his official X handle to mourn the legendary singer, Obi said Parton’s enduring legacy was not only her music, fame,... The post Obi Pays Tribute To Dolly Parton, Says… ## [Funke Akindele Sponsors Videographer, Juicyjeff To London Film Academy](https://newtelegraphng.com/funke-akindele-sponsors-videographer-juicyjeff-to-london-film-academy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=funke-akindele-sponsors-videographer-juicyjeff-to-london-film-academy) _2026-08-26 · Ayobamiji Komolafe · New Telegraph_ Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has sponsored Nigerian videographer Jeffrey Oboh-Oshioke, popularly known as Juicyjeff, to pursue filmmaking studies at the London Film Academy in the United Kingdom. Oboh-Oshioke, who creates behind-the-scenes and mobile videography content for Akindele, disclosed the development in an Instagram post on Tuesday while announcing his arrival in… ## [2027: We’ll Provide Early Warning, Community Support To Security Agencies – VGN](https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-well-provide-early-warning-community-support-to-security-agencies-vgn/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-well-provide-early-warning-community-support-to-security-agencies-vgn) _2026-08-26 · Emmanuel Masha · New Telegraph_ The Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) has pledged its readiness to make the 2027 general elections violence-free through the provision of early warning and community support to security agencies. The Commandant-General of the quasi-security organisation, James Udoma, made the offer on Wednesday during a press conference at the group’s headquarters in Abuja. According to the... The post 2027: We’ll… ## [Group Faults MURIC’s 14-Day Ultimatum To Defence Minister Over Sokoto Killings](https://newtelegraphng.com/group-faults-murics-14-day-ultimatum-to-defence-minister-over-sokoto-killings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=group-faults-murics-14-day-ultimatum-to-defence-minister-over-sokoto-killings) _2026-08-26 · Umar Abdullahi · New Telegraph_ A group, under the platform of Aminchi Centre for Social Advocacy and Community Development Initiative (SCA), has condemned a statement credited to the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) that issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), to “stop the killings” in Sokoto State or resign. Ibrahim Abdullahi Shuni, Chairman... The post Group Faults MURIC’s… ## [Yoruba, Igbo, S’South, Middle Belt Leaders Reject FG Planned Livestock Pilot Scheme](https://newtelegraphng.com/yoruba-igbo-ssouth-middle-belt-leaders-reject-fg-planned-livestock-pilot-scheme/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yoruba-igbo-ssouth-middle-belt-leaders-reject-fg-planned-livestock-pilot-scheme) _2026-08-26 · Idibia Gabriel · New Telegraph_ …Say’s SMBLF not dumping ground …To use every means to resist plan Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has raised an alarm over what it described as an audacious attempt by the Federal Government to take over lands belonging to ethnic communities in the Middle Belt under a spurious “pilot scheme” being introduced in... The post Yoruba, Igbo, S’South, Middle Belt Leaders Reject FG… ## [Insecurity: Troops Engage Bandits Transporting Scores Of Cattle In Sokoto](https://newtelegraphng.com/insecurity-troops-engage-bandits-transporting-scores-of-cattle-in-sokoto/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=insecurity-troops-engage-bandits-transporting-scores-of-cattle-in-sokoto) _2026-08-26 · Umar Abdullahi · New Telegraph_ Tension has gripped Sifawa town in Bodinga Local Government Area of Sokoto State, as suspected bandits were sighted moving large herds of cattle through the community in broad daylight, raising fresh fears of an impending security threat in the area. A security source, who confirmed the development to our correspondent, said the movement of the... The post Insecurity: Troops Engage Bandits… ## [Sanwo-Olu Mourns Eagle Online Publisher, Dotun Oladipo](https://newtelegraphng.com/sanwo-olu-mourns-eagle-online-publisher-dotun-oladipo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sanwo-olu-mourns-eagle-online-publisher-dotun-oladipo) _2026-08-26 · Oladipupo Awojobi · New Telegraph_ Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed grief over the death of the Publisher of The Eagle Online, Mr Dotun Oladipo, describing his passing as shocking, painful and heartbreaking. Oladipo, who was the immediate past President of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), was also the Managing Editor and Chief Executive Officer of... The post Sanwo-Olu Mourns Eagle Online… ## [Saraki To Kwara PDP Members: Unity Key To 2027 Victory](https://newtelegraphng.com/saraki-to-kwara-pdp-members-unity-key-to-2027-victory/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saraki-to-kwara-pdp-members-unity-key-to-2027-victory) _2026-08-26 · Stephen Olufemi Oni · New Telegraph_ Former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has arrived in Kwara State, where he was received by a large gathering of enthusiastic People’s Democratic Party (PDP) faithful at the Ilorin International Airport. According to his Press Officer on Local Matters, Abdulganiyu Abdulqadir, Saraki, who later addressed party members and supporters at his residence in Ilorin,... The post Saraki To… ## [NUJ FCT Mourns Veteran Journalist Dotun Oladipo](https://newtelegraphng.com/nuj-fct-mourns-veteran-journalist-dotun-oladipo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nuj-fct-mourns-veteran-journalist-dotun-oladipo) _2026-08-26 · Deborah Ocheni · New Telegraph_ …Describes His Death as a Huge Loss to the Media Community The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of Dotun Oladipo, Publisher of The Eagle Online, describing his passing as a huge loss to the Nigerian journalism profession. In a statement signed by the Chairman of... The post NUJ FCT Mourns Veteran Journalist Dotun Oladipo appeared… ## [Takutaha: Kano Govt Declares Tuesday Public Holiday](https://newtelegraphng.com/takutaha-kano-govt-declares-tuesday-public-holiday/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=takutaha-kano-govt-declares-tuesday-public-holiday) _2026-08-26 · MIRIAM NNOLI · New Telegraph_ The Kano State Government has declared Tuesday, September 1, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate the Takutaha celebration, marking the birthday of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The announcement was contained in a press statement issued by the Office of the Head of Service and signed by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Rukayya Uba Sulaiman,... The post Takutaha: Kano Govt Declares Tuesday… ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/BXlufiasUbrb) _2026-08-26 · **Sponsored**_ Deploy apps from your repo with auto-config, instant previews, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Nigeria Must Accelerate Cocoa Traceability As EU Deforestation Rules Approach – Adeyemi](https://newtelegraphng.com/nigeria-must-accelerate-cocoa-traceability-as-eu-deforestation-rules-approach-adeyemi/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nigeria-must-accelerate-cocoa-traceability-as-eu-deforestation-rules-approach-adeyemi) _2026-08-23 · New Telegraph · New Telegraph_ With West African cocoa producers facing growing difficulties meeting the European Union’s deforestation and traceability requirements ahead of the December 2026 deadline, Nigeria must accelerate efforts to establish a fully operational national cocoa traceability system, a development advocate has said. Ayo David Adeyemi, an advocate for sustainable development and Executive Director of PIPO… ## [JTF Kills 6 Gunmen In Anambra Community](https://newtelegraphng.com/jtf-kills-6-gunmen-in-anambra-community/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jtf-kills-6-gunmen-in-anambra-community) _2026-08-23 · Okey Maduforo · New Telegraph_ Six suspected members of a gang of gunmen were on Saturday killed by the Joint Task Force on Security at the River Niger creek in Ogbaru local government area of Anambra state. The gunmen who had held the Amiyi Community of Ogbaru as well as neighboring Towns hostage were spotted after several days of intelligence... The post JTF Kills 6 Gunmen In Anambra Community appeared first on New Telegraph… ## [Stakeholders Seek Improvement On Abia Centre For Rehabilitation Law 2026](https://newtelegraphng.com/stakeholders-seek-improvement-on-abia-centre-for-rehabilitation-law-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stakeholders-seek-improvement-on-abia-centre-for-rehabilitation-law-2026) _2026-08-23 · Emmanuel Ifeanyi · New Telegraph_ Stakeholders have called for legislative attention and improvement to the Abia State Centre for Rehabilitation of Survivors of Rape, Defilement, Domestic Violence and Any Form of Human Trafficking Law 2026, pointing out that it has many gaps. The call was made at a one-day stakeholder engagement and capacity-building workshop, organised by the African Centre for... The post Stakeholders Seek… ## [Dino Melaye Berates Tinubu For Appointing Self Campaign Chairman](https://newtelegraphng.com/dino-melaye-berates-tinubu-for-appointing-self-campaign-chairman/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dino-melaye-berates-tinubu-for-appointing-self-campaign-chairman) _2026-08-23 · MIRIAM NNOLI · New Telegraph_ Former Kogi West Senator and 2023 Governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Dino Melaye, has criticised President Bola Tinubu for appointing himself as Chairman of his 2027 campaign council. Sunday Telegraph had earlier reported that the campaign council list released by the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday identified Tinubu as chairman and... The post Dino Melaye… ## [APC Youth Leaders Back Minister’s Appointment In Campaign Council](https://newtelegraphng.com/apc-youth-leaders-back-ministers-appointment-in-campaign-council/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=apc-youth-leaders-back-ministers-appointment-in-campaign-council) _2026-08-23 · Babatope Okeowo · New Telegraph_ The All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Leaders in the country have described the appointment of Minister of Youth Development, Hon Ayodele Olawande, as the Director of Youth Mobilization of the Presidential Campaign Council as strategic ahead of the 2027 Presidential election. The youth under the Forum of 37 APC State Youth Leaders pledged their total... The post APC Youth Leaders Back… ## [Gen Next Challenges Youths To Embrace Identity, Character, Purpose](https://newtelegraphng.com/gen-next-challenges-youths-to-embrace-identity-character-purpose/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gen-next-challenges-youths-to-embrace-identity-character-purpose) _2026-08-23 · Adeyemi Lahanmi · New Telegraph_ The Young and Women Advancement Initiative (YWA) has hosted the inaugural edition of its flagship Gen Next Conference, in Lagos drawing a vibrant crowd of young minds eager to chart a course for a purpose-driven future. Titled “Your Future Begins With Your Next Decision,” the one-day event was a clarion call for the next generation... The post Gen Next Challenges Youths To Embrace Identity,… ## [POWA President To Youths: Don’t Rent Out Your Future](https://newtelegraphng.com/powa-president-to-youths-dont-rent-out-your-future/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=powa-president-to-youths-dont-rent-out-your-future) _2026-08-23 · Taiwo Hassan · New Telegraph_ The National President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Chief Mrs. Mutiat Olufunmilola Disu, has cautioned Nigerian youths against allowing themselves to be used as instruments of political violence, warning that their future is too valuable to be sacrificed for another person’s political ambition. Speaking at the International Youth Day 2026 – National Youth... The post POWA… ## [MPM Praises Tinubu Over Yari, Matawalle’s Appointments To Lead Presidential Campaign Council](https://newtelegraphng.com/mpm-praises-tinubu-over-yari-matawalles-appointments-to-lead-presidential-campaign-council/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mpm-praises-tinubu-over-yari-matawalles-appointments-to-lead-presidential-campaign-council) _2026-08-23 · Ibrahim Sidi Muh'd · New Telegraph_ The Zamfara State Matawalle Political Movement (MPM) supporters of Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle and on his behalf congratulated prominent sons over their inclusion in the Tinubu 2027 campaign council as Director General and Deputy Director Security and Intelligence respectively. The Movement also expressed its deep gratitude to Almigjty God for guiding... The post MPM… ## [2027: Tinubu’s Campaign Council Self-Serving – GMN](https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-tinubus-campaign-council-self-serving-gmn/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-tinubus-campaign-council-self-serving-gmn) _2026-08-22 · Onyekachi Eze · New Telegraph_ A group which calls itself Grassroots Mobilisation Network (GMN) has said Nigerians should reject President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections, describing the recently constituted campaign council as self-serving. The group, in a statement by its National Secretary, Peter Okoye, said no meaningful change would come from an... The post 2027: Tinubu’s… ## [Bauchi Police Celebrates Youth Day With Peace Walk, Tree Planting](https://newtelegraphng.com/bauchi-police-celebrates-youth-day-with-peace-walk-tree-planting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bauchi-police-celebrates-youth-day-with-peace-walk-tree-planting) _2026-08-22 · Nasir Shuiabu · New Telegraph_ The Bauchi State Police Command has used the 2026 International Youth Day celebration to promote peace, inclusion, environmental awareness and stronger community relations among young people in the state. The three-day activities culminated in a Peace Walkathon and Sports Fiesta at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi, bringing together youths, police personnel, persons with disabilities,...… ## [Anthony Ettinger on LinkedIn (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xqVQ74VYuHBY) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Public LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/anthonyettinger. ## [Man Dies During Theft Investigation, Three Vigilantes Arrested](https://newtelegraphng.com/man-dies-during-theft-investigation-three-vigilantes-arrested/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=man-dies-during-theft-investigation-three-vigilantes-arrested) _2026-08-22 · sh · New Telegraph_ Three members of a vigilante group have been arrested by the Bauchi State Police Command, following the death of a 39-year-old man in their custody. The deceased, identified as Abdulrazak Ibrahim, died at the vigilante office in the Bakin Kura area of Bauchi Local Government Area while being questioned over a theft complaint. The Police... The post Man Dies During Theft Investigation, Three… ## [APC PCC: Tinubu Rehabilitating Corrupt Politicians – ADC](https://newtelegraphng.com/apc-pcc-tinubu-rehabilitating-corrupt-politicians-adc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=apc-pcc-tinubu-rehabilitating-corrupt-politicians-adc) _2026-08-22 · Onyekachi Eze · New Telegraph_ The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said the inclusion of former Humanitarian Affairs Minister, Betta Edu, and former NSITF Chairman, Ngozi Olejeme, who are facing corruption charges, into the All Progressives Congress (APC) 2027 Presidential Campaign Council showed that President Bola Tinubu is rehabilitating individuals carrying unresolved questions of corruption and public accountability.… ## [Aniagwu To Omo-Agege: Oborevwori Isn’t Your Opponent, Stop Manufacturing Crisis](https://newtelegraphng.com/aniagwu-to-omo-agege-oborevwori-isnt-your-opponent-stop-manufacturing-crisis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aniagwu-to-omo-agege-oborevwori-isnt-your-opponent-stop-manufacturing-crisis) _2026-08-22 · Ndubuisi Ugah · New Telegraph_ Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, has dismissed allegations by the Delta Central senatorial candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori was plotting to eliminate him, describing the claim as an attempt to create tension and attract media attention. Aniagwu, who... The post… ## [Ododo Hails Adetayo Foundation, Unveils Fresh Support For Okeagi School](https://newtelegraphng.com/ododo-hails-adetayo-foundation-unveils-fresh-support-for-okeagi-school/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ododo-hails-adetayo-foundation-unveils-fresh-support-for-okeagi-school) _2026-08-22 · Ndubuisi Ugah · New Telegraph_ Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, has commended the Henry Adetayo Foundation for its landmark intervention at the Local Government Secondary School, Okeagi, describing the newly remodelled school as a significant investment in the future of the community and a shining example of service to humanity. The Governor, who was represented by the Commissioner... The post Ododo Hails Adetayo… ## [Nigerian Scientist Ajao Taiwo Honoured For Contributions To Drug Devt, Laboratory Medicine](https://newtelegraphng.com/nigerian-scientist-ajao-taiwo-honoured-for-contributions-to-drug-devt-laboratory-medicine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nigerian-scientist-ajao-taiwo-honoured-for-contributions-to-drug-devt-laboratory-medicine) _2026-08-22 · Joseph Yisa · New Telegraph_ The Bridge of Excellence Award goes to scientists whose work stands up to scrutiny at the highest levels in the field. Its 2025 edition went to a Nigerian. Ajao Ebenezer Taiwo, a clinical research and bioanalytical scientist, received the award on 4 April 2025 for scientific leadership, research excellence and innovation, and for his contributions... The post Nigerian Scientist Ajao Taiwo Honoured… ## [NSCDC: Disrupting Illicit Financial Flows’ll Make Criminality Less Attractive](https://newtelegraphng.com/nscdc-disrupting-illicit-financial-flowsll-make-criminality-less-attractive/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nscdc-disrupting-illicit-financial-flowsll-make-criminality-less-attractive) _2026-08-22 · Emmanuel Onani · New Telegraph_ The Commander of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Mining Marshals, ACC John Onoja, has called for urgent action against illicit financial flow (IFF), saying a disruption of the network will address illegal mining and other acts of criminality in the country. Onoja, who made this submission while receiving members of the Defence... The post NSCDC: Disrupting Illicit Financial… ## [Tinubu Calls Victoria Gowon Woman Of substance At 80](https://newtelegraphng.com/tinubu-calls-victoria-gowon-woman-of-substance-at-80/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tinubu-calls-victoria-gowon-woman-of-substance-at-80) _2026-08-22 · Lawrence Olaoye · New Telegraph_ President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr Victoria Hansatu Gowon, wife of former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon, on her 80th birthday, describing her as a woman whose life has been defined by grace, compassion, and selfless service. According to a press release issued by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extolled... The post Tinubu Calls Victoria Gowon… ## [Ex-Edo Senator, Alimikhena, Installed Okumagbe Of Uwanno Kingdom](https://newtelegraphng.com/ex-edo-senator-alimikhena-installed-okumagbe-of-uwanno-kingdom/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ex-edo-senator-alimikhena-installed-okumagbe-of-uwanno-kingdom) _2026-08-22 · Francis Ogbuagu · New Telegraph_ A former two-term senator, Francis Alimikhena, was on Saturday coronated as the Okumagbe of Uwanno Kingdom in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Senator Alimikhena, who served in the Nigerian Army before joining politics, represented Edo North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, before taking up his new role as the traditional ruler... The post Ex-Edo Senator, Alimikhena,… ## [FG Approves NigComSat Capacity Expansion For Efficient Services](https://newtelegraphng.com/fg-approves-nigcomsat-capacity-expansion-for-efficient-services/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fg-approves-nigcomsat-capacity-expansion-for-efficient-services) _2026-08-22 · Caleb Onwe · New Telegraph_ The NigComSat is set to expand its capacity to provide more efficient connectivity to underserved, unserved and hard -to- reach communities, while strengthening national communications resilience. This follows the recent approval granted by the Federal Executive Council ( FEC) for the communication agency to acquire and deploy NIGCOMSAT – 2A and NIGCOMSAT – 2B into... The post FG Approves… ## [Goronyo Boat Accident: Adebayo Mourns 40 Victims, Calls For Urgent Safety Measures](https://newtelegraphng.com/goronyo-boat-accident-adebayo-mourns-40-victims-calls-for-urgent-safety-measures/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=goronyo-boat-accident-adebayo-mourns-40-victims-calls-for-urgent-safety-measures) _2026-08-22 · Anayo Ezugwu · New Telegraph_ The Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Dr Adewole Adebayo, has expressed deep sorrow over the reported death of about 40 passengers in a boat accident in Gorau community, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Adebayo, in a condolence message on Saturday, described the incident as a “heartbreaking tragedy” that had plunged... The post Goronyo Boat Accident:… ## [Trade Smarter With IBKR (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GZsAitzv5sml) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Join Interactive Brokers through a referral and access low-cost global trading. ## [IYC: Women Leader Seeks Greater Opportunities For Ijaw Youths, Women](https://newtelegraphng.com/iyc-women-leader-seeks-greater-opportunities-for-ijaw-youths-women/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iyc-women-leader-seeks-greater-opportunities-for-ijaw-youths-women) _2026-08-22 · Pauline Onyibe · New Telegraph_ The National Woman Leader of the 10th Executive Council of Ijaw Youth Council, Ebi Kutu Ayibakuro, has called for an increase in the number of women and girls benefiting from the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), especially those in the riverine and creek communities of the Niger Delta. She disclosed that the call has become imperative... The post IYC: Women Leader Seeks Greater Opportunities… ## [Otti Showers TechRise Graduates With Employment, Laptops, Cash](https://newtelegraphng.com/otti-showers-techrise-graduates-with-employment-laptops-cash/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=otti-showers-techrise-graduates-with-employment-laptops-cash) _2026-08-22 · Igbeaku Orji · New Telegraph_ Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has offered automatic employment to 19 best-graduating students of the State 850 TechRise Cohort 3 youth ICT skills development programme. In addition, the Governor also announced a cash donation of N100,000 each for all 850 graduands and to convert the laptops used during the training to their personal use. This... The post Otti Showers TechRise Graduates With… ## [2027: We’ll Seek Re-Election On Achievements, Not Promises – Katsina Gov](https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-well-seek-re-election-on-achievements-not-promises-katsina-gov/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-well-seek-re-election-on-achievements-not-promises-katsina-gov) _2026-08-22 · MIRIAM NNOLI · New Telegraph_ Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has declared that his administration will campaign for re-election based on its record of achievements rather than fresh election promises ahead of the 2027 general elections. Governor Radda made the declaration on Friday during the inauguration of APC Zalla Movement coordinators for the 34 Local Government Areas and... The post 2027: We’ll Seek… ## [2027: I’ve Not Withdrawn My Support For Tinubu – Mustapha](https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-ive-not-withdrawn-my-support-for-tinubu-mustapha/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-ive-not-withdrawn-my-support-for-tinubu-mustapha) _2026-08-22 · MIRIAM NNOLI · New Telegraph_ The lawmaker representing Kwara Central in the National Assembly, Senator Saliu Mustapha, has dismissed reports that he has withdrawn his support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in the 2027 general elections. This is as he expressed support for the Rainbow Coalition, adding that a former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, has also thrown his weight... The post 2027: I’ve Not Withdrawn My… ## [Kwankwaso Mourns Victims Of Sokoto Boat Mishap, Calls For Investigation](https://newtelegraphng.com/kwankwaso-mourns-victims-of-sokoto-boat-mishap-calls-for-investigation/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kwankwaso-mourns-victims-of-sokoto-boat-mishap-calls-for-investigation) _2026-08-22 · Ayobamiji Komolafe · New Telegraph_ Vice presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has expressed sadness over a boat mishap in Gorau community, Goronyo Local Government Area of Sokoto State, which reportedly claimed 41 lives. Kwankwaso expressed his condolences in a statement shared on social media following the tragic incident. He described the loss of... The post Kwankwaso Mourns Victims… ## [2027: Buhari Declares Campaign For Reps Seat](https://newtelegraphng.com/2027-buhari-declares-campaign-for-reps-seat/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2027-buhari-declares-campaign-for-reps-seat) _2026-08-22 · Ayobamiji Komolafe · New Telegraph_ Yusuf Muhammadu Buhari, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Daura, Sandamu and Mai’Adua Federal Constituency in Katsina State, has formally declared his campaign for the 2027 House of Representatives election. Buhari made the declaration in a statement in which he sought the support, prayers and trust of constituents as he begins his campaign... The post 2027: Buhari Declares… ## [Campaign Group Seeks Tinubu, Aiyedatiwa’s Intervention In Ondo APC Crisis](https://newtelegraphng.com/campaign-group-seeks-tinubu-aiyedatiwas-intervention-in-ondo-apc-crisis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=campaign-group-seeks-tinubu-aiyedatiwas-intervention-in-ondo-apc-crisis) _2026-08-22 · Babatope Okeowo · New Telegraph_ A campaign group, Agba Imole Renewed Hope Agenda, has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in the crisis rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State. The Southwest Coordinator of the Social-Political group, Otunba Aderemi Daniel Adebiyi, said the crisis in the state can affect the chances of President Tinubu and other candidates... The post Campaign Group Seeks Tinubu,… ## [Lagos APM Candidate Faults Hamzat Over Housing Comment, Pledges 100,000 New Entrepreneurs Yearly](https://newtelegraphng.com/lagos-apm-candidate-faults-hamzat-over-housing-comment-pledges-100000-new-entrepreneurs-yearly/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lagos-apm-candidate-faults-hamzat-over-housing-comment-pledges-100000-new-entrepreneurs-yearly) _2026-08-22 · Anayo Ezugwu · New Telegraph_ Lagos State governorship candidate of the All Peoples Movement (APM), Prince Laja Adeoye, has criticised the Deputy Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Obafemi Hamzat, over his recent remarks on the state’s housing crisis, describing them as an “admission of failure” by the ruling party. Hamzat, during an interview this week, advised residents struggling... The post Lagos APM… ## [Edo Govt Denies Banning Davido From Performing In The State](https://newtelegraphng.com/edo-govt-denies-banning-davido-from-performing-in-the-state/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=edo-govt-denies-banning-davido-from-performing-in-the-state) _2026-08-21 · Francis Ogbuagu · New Telegraph_ The Edo State Government has dismissed reports claiming that popular Nigerian musician David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has been banned from entering or performing in the state. This followed a comment made by Apostle Kassy Chukwu, a Senior Special Assistant on Digital Media to the State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, declaring that the Afrobeats star will... The post Edo Govt Denies Banning… ## [Boat Accident: Tinubu Directs NIWA, NEMA, Sokoto Govt To Prevent Recurrence](https://newtelegraphng.com/boat-accident-tinubu-directs-niwa-nema-sokoto-govt-to-prevent-recurrence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=boat-accident-tinubu-directs-niwa-nema-sokoto-govt-to-prevent-recurrence) _2026-08-21 · Lawrence Olaoye · New Telegraph_ President Bola Tinubu has directed the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) and National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to work closely with the Sokoto State Government to prevent a recurrence of boat accident and to ensure that safety standards on waterways are strictly enforced. According to a press release by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu expressed deep... The post Boat… ## [ICPC Uncovers Fake Agency In SGF’s Office, Reports To Tinubu](https://newtelegraphng.com/icpc-uncovers-fake-agency-in-sgfs-office-reports-to-tinubu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=icpc-uncovers-fake-agency-in-sgfs-office-reports-to-tinubu) _2026-08-21 · Lawrence Olaoye · New Telegraph_ ...as president orders arrest of promoter, Nwabueze, suspension of three Perm. Secs The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has discovered another fake agency named National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, operating illegally in the country. The ICPC Chairman, Dr Musa Adamu Aliyu, who made this disclosure on Friday,... The post… ## [Abbas Mourns Victims Of Sokoto Boat Accident](https://newtelegraphng.com/abbas-mourns-victims-of-sokoto-boat-accident/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=abbas-mourns-victims-of-sokoto-boat-accident) _2026-08-21 · Philip Nyam · New Telegraph_ ….Calls For Safety On Waterways The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has commiserated with the families of passengers who lost their lives in a boat accident on Thursday in Sokoto State. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Krishi, Abbas described the mishap as “Unfortunate... The post Abbas Mourns Victims Of Sokoto Boat Accident… ## [UK Travel Advisory: Nasarawa Stays Off Danger List](https://newtelegraphng.com/uk-travel-advisory-nasarawa-stays-off-danger-list/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=uk-travel-advisory-nasarawa-stays-off-danger-list) _2026-08-21 · Cheke Emmanuel · New Telegraph_ Following the exemption of Nasarawa State from the travel restrictions placed by the United Kingdom (UK) Government on states in the North Central geopolitical zone, the State Government has said it would continue to work tirelessly to sustain and improve the prevailing peace and security being enjoyed by citizens across the state. This is even... The post UK Travel Advisory: Nasarawa Stays Off… ## [Abiodun Receives Thousands Of PDP, ADC Defectors Into APC](https://newtelegraphng.com/abiodun-receives-thousands-of-pdp-adc-defectors-into-apc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=abiodun-receives-thousands-of-pdp-adc-defectors-into-apc) _2026-08-21 · Ndubuisi Ugah · New Telegraph_ …Mobilises Ogun East for 2027 …Says opposition has nothing to campaign with, set to flag off Ago-Iwoye–Ibadan road Monday Ogun State Governor and leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Friday formally welcomed hundreds of former members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and African Democratic Congress (ADC),... The post Abiodun Receives Thousands Of… ## [Ex-PDP Chairman Joins APC In Niger](https://newtelegraphng.com/ex-pdp-chairman-joins-apc-in-niger/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ex-pdp-chairman-joins-apc-in-niger) _2026-08-21 · Daniel Atori · New Telegraph_ The immediate past Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Niger State, Barrister Tanko Beji, has officially joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). In a telephone interview on Friday, Beji, who served two terms as PDP Chairman, confirmed the move by saying, “Yes, it is true.” He did not specify his reasons for... The post Ex-PDP Chairman Joins APC In Niger appeared first on… ## [Kwara Distributes 1,755 Computers, Devices To 70 Schools](https://newtelegraphng.com/kwara-distributes-1755-computers-devices-to-70-schools/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kwara-distributes-1755-computers-devices-to-70-schools) _2026-08-21 · Stephen Olufemi Oni · New Telegraph_ …Digital literacy a necessity, not a luxury, Gov AbdulRazaq Kwara State Government has flagged off the distribution of about two thousand computer devices for public senior secondary schools in the state to equip teachers and students with digital literacy skills. At least 70 public schools cutting across the 16 Local Government Areas of the State... The post Kwara Distributes 1,755 Computers,… ## [MamaBase Supports Vulnerable Women Through Pregnancy, Delivery In Ibeju-Lekki](https://newtelegraphng.com/mamabase-supports-vulnerable-women-through-pregnancy-delivery-in-ibeju-lekki/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mamabase-supports-vulnerable-women-through-pregnancy-delivery-in-ibeju-lekki) _2026-08-21 · New Telegraph · New Telegraph_ The Maternal and Reproductive Health Collective (MRH Collective), through its MamaBase Programme, has called for stronger government and private sector support to expand its intervention for vulnerable pregnant women across Nigeria. The organisation made the call during a community sensitisation programme held recently at the Lekki Primary Health Centre in the Ibeju-Lekki Local Government… ## [ADC Backs Atiku Pledges To Restore Subsidy](https://newtelegraphng.com/adc-backs-atiku-pledges-to-restore-subsidy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=adc-backs-atiku-pledges-to-restore-subsidy) _2026-08-21 · Muhammad Kabir · New Telegraph_ The Deputy Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Jigawa State, Ambassador Nuraddeen Suleiman Jidawa, has backed its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, pledged to restore the petrol subsidy if elected President. Jidawa, in a press statement issued on Friday, said the proposal was timely, given the economic hardship confronting Nigerians, particularly the rising cost of... The… ## [PAP Scholarship: Beneficiaries’ Allowances Not Part Of Tuition Package – Ibena](https://newtelegraphng.com/pap-scholarship-beneficiaries-allowances-not-part-of-tuition-package-ibena/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pap-scholarship-beneficiaries-allowances-not-part-of-tuition-package-ibena) _2026-08-21 · Pauline Onyibe · New Telegraph_ The National Chairman of Phase Two of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Ibena Rufus Salvation, has clarified that the programme’s scholarship package is primarily designed to cover tuition fees and does not automatically include feeding, accommodation or other personal expenses. Salvation made the clarification on Friday while reacting to an online report alleging that some... The post PAP… ## [Gov Oyebanji Proceeds On Two-Week Annual Leave](https://newtelegraphng.com/gov-oyebanji-proceeds-on-two-week-annual-leave/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gov-oyebanji-proceeds-on-two-week-annual-leave) _2026-08-21 · Ayobamiji Komolafe · New Telegraph_ The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji, will proceed on a two-week annual leave starting Monday, August 24, 2026. The scheduled vacation forms part of the Governor’s statutory annual leave entitlement as a public office holder. According to an official press statement released on Friday, August 21, 2026, by Olayinka Oyebode, the Special Adviser... The post Gov Oyebanji Proceeds On…