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Presidency explains why portfolios not attached to ministerial nominees

Daily Dispatch July 31, 2019

The presidency on Wednesday explained why President Muhammadu Buhari did not attach portfolios to ministerial nominees, which were screened and confirmed by the Senate on Tuesday. The presidency further explained that there is no provision in the Constitution that mandated the President to do

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El-Zakzaky’s detention: Shiites announce temporary suspension of protests

Daily Dispatch July 31, 2019

The Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) has announced a temporary suspension of street protests in demand for the release of their leader, Sheikh Ibrahim Elzakzaky and his wife, Zeenat. A statement issued on Wednesday by the spokesman of the group, Ibrahim Musa, says the suspension of the free Elzakzaky street protests is to allow for […]

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Senate’s Resolution on EDHA crisis: No retreat, no surrender- Edo government vows

Daily Dispatch July 30, 2019

ABIODUN JIMOH, BENIN CITY Aftermath of the Nigeria Senate resolution ordering Edo State governor, Godwin Obaseki to issue a fresh proclamation letter within seven days over the state House of Assembly crisis, uneasy calm has enveloped the entire government house, Benin City. This ultimatum by the Senate concurred with the earlier decision taken by the […]

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Senate adjourns to September

Daily Dispatch July 30, 2019

After a five-day intensive screening of ministerial nominees, Senators on Tuesday finally got their well-deserved rest. The Upper Chamber is to proceed on leave until September 24. This was announced by Senate President Ahmed Lawan. Details shortly…

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Buhari meets with Abiodun, Osoba, Daniel, others in Aso Rock

Daily Dispatch July 30, 2019

President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met with elders and leaders of thought from Ogun State. The meeting started around 3.04pm at the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja. Those at the meeting include the Governor Dapo Abiodun, former governors, Olusegun Osoba and Gbenga Daniel. Also at the meeting are Segun Awolowo, traditional rulers and […]

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Soldiers in fierce battle with Boko Haram in Bama, Benishiek

Daily Dispatch July 30, 2019

Fight against insurgency has recorded another success as the Nigerian army, soldiers engaged Boko Haram fighters in a fierce battle in Bama local government area of Borno state on Monday, forcing the insurgents to beat retreat. At least two communities came under attack today. Residents of Bama, Baga and Benishiek said fighters had invaded the town […]