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ECOWAS Parliament Pushes Stronger Public Engagement, Private Sector Role

Daily Dispatch March 5, 2026

The ECOWAS Parliament has called for deeper public engagement, stronger youth participation and greater private sector involvement in regional affairs as part of efforts to strengthen trade and democratic integration across West Africa. The call came as the regional legislature unveiled a

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Iranian Official Defends Retaliatory Strikes, Warns Middle East Conflict Could Escalate

Daily Dispatch March 5, 2026

Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Gholamreza Mahdavi Raja has defended recent military actions taken by Iran against United States facilities in the Middle East, describing them as acts of self-defence following what he alleged was an assassination of Iran’s supreme leadership by Israel with support from the United States. Speaking during a press […]

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Abiodun Commissions Phase II of Imashayi–Igan-Okoto–Ayetoro Road, Pledges Completion of Final Phase

Daily Dispatch March 5, 2026

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday commissioned Phase II of the Imashayi–Igan-Okoto–Ayetoro Road in Yewa North Local Government Area of the state, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to completing the final phase of the project. Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Governor Abiodun assured residents that the last phase of the road

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Obasanjo at 89: A Living Lesson in Leadership and Public Service – Abiodun

Daily Dispatch March 5, 2026

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo as an enduring study in leadership, public service, and national responsibility for younger generations as he celebrates his 89th birthday. Governor Abiodun made the remark during the 89th birthday lecture in honour of the elder statesman, themed “The Global Africa

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Wike Pledges More Projects for Kuje, Cautions Chairman elect Against ‘Away Leadership’

Daily Dispatch March 5, 2026

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has pledged more infrastructure projects for Kuje Area Council, warning the incoming council chairman against abandoning the people after assuming office. Wike gave the assurance on Thursday during a thank-you visit to Kuje Area Council to appreciate residents for their support in the recent council […]

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Fresh Details Emerge Over Removal of Police Spokesman Benjamin Hundeyin

Daily Dispatch March 5, 2026

Fresh details have surfaced regarding the removal of the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Benjamin Hundeyin, and the possible officer who may take over the position. As earlier reported by The WHISTLER, Hundeyin was relieved of his duties on Thursday by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu. However, as of Thursday, no official signal […]