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Former Lagos State Governor, Akinwunmi Ambode, has declared his full support for President Bola Tinubu’s second-term ambition in the 2027 general elections. Ambode described Tinubu’s leadership as pivotal to Nigeria’s progress and pledged to work towards ensuring his re-election.

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has said his support for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate in the 2027 elections will depend on the party’s commitment to credible leadership and national development. Amaechi stressed that his endorsement would only come if the candidate demonstrates a clear plan to unite the country and address pressing socio-economic challenges.

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a strong warning to the Federal Government, urging immediate action to avert an imminent strike across public universities.

The Onitsha River Port has officially welcomed its first barge consignment of the 2025 season, marking a fresh boost for inland waterway commerce. Authorities say the arrival signals renewed momentum in cargo movement along the River Niger, enhancing trade connectivity and reducing pressure on road transport.

President Bola Tinubu has approved a ₦1.5 trillion recapitalisation plan for the Bank of Agriculture to strengthen its capacity to support farmers, boost food production, and enhance agricultural value chains. The move is part of the administration’s broader strategy to achieve food security and stimulate rural economic growth.

Economist Bismarck Rewane has revealed that just five airlines account for three-quarters of Nigeria’s air traffic. He noted that this concentration underscores the industry’s limited competition and the need for strategic reforms to enhance connectivity and service quality.

The Federal Government has appointed Professor Adamu as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja. The appointment follows the end of the tenure of the institution’s former VC and is expected to ensure a smooth transition in leadership while the process for a substantive appointment is underway.

Former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Audu Ogbeh, has passed away at the age of 78. The veteran politician, who also served as Minister of Agriculture, was renowned for his decades-long contributions to Nigeria’s political and agricultural sectors.

Accra, Aug. 7, GNA The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) is grieving the loss of three Air Force officers who died alongside five government officials in...

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has inaugurated two special committees to address land use breaches in Abuja. The committees will oversee compliance with zoning regulations, investigate illegal developments, and recommend enforcement measures to restore order in the territory’s urban planning system.