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ICPC vows to press ahead with probe of Ex-NMDPRA Boss Farouk Ahmed Despite Dangote’s Full Withdrawal of Corruption Petition

Daily Dispatch January 7, 2026

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has firmly stated that its investigation into Engineer Farouk Ahmed, the immediate past Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), will continue

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Abiodun, Women Affairs Minister, Others Celebrate Ogun Dep Gov at 60

Daily Dispatch January 7, 2026

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated his Deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, as she marks her 60th birthday, describing her as an able, dependable lieutenant whose leadership, loyalty, and commitment have been instrumental to the success of his administration. In a congratulatory message, Prince Abiodun said the Deputy Governor has consistently

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UN Urges Nigerian Authorities to Protect Civilians, Schools After Fresh Niger State Attacks

Daily Dispatch January 7, 2026

The United Nations has called on Nigerian authorities to urgently strengthen the protection of civilians and educational institutions following a wave of violent attacks in Niger State and neighbouring areas that left dozens of people dead and many others abducted. The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, issued the appeal after assailants

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If you truly love President Tinubu, deliver your state for him, Ex Reps Deputy Speaker

Daily Dispatch January 7, 2026

The Chairman, South South Development Commission, Chibudom Nwuche, has advised those claiming to support President Bola Tinubu to deliver him for a second term in their various states in 2027. Nwuche gave the advice on Wednesday, during a “thank you” visit to Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers, by Minister of the Federal Capital […]

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No budget in Rivers, Fubara spending public funds illegally – Ewor

Daily Dispatch January 7, 2026

A former Caretaker Committee Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party in Rivers State, Robinson Ewor, has expressed concern that Rivers State do not have an appropriated budget for the 2026 fiscal year. Ewor expressed the concern on Wednesday, during a “thank you” visit to Ahoada East Local Government Area of the state by the Minister […]

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U.S. introduces Visa Bond requirement for some Nigerian B1/B2 applicants

Daily Dispatch January 7, 2026

The United States has announced new travel restrictions affecting Nigerians applying for B1/B2 (business and tourism) visas, introducing a bond requirement of up to $15,000 for certain applicants. According to the notice, affected applicants may be required to post the bond as part of their visa application process. U.S. authorities clarified that payment of the […]