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Tinubu Felicitates Kwankwaso at 70, Says He’s a Friend and Progressive Politician

• Hails his contributions to nation, as Obi, NDC vow to rescue Nigeria, celebrate ally Deji Elumoye and Sunday Aborisade in Abuja President Bola Tinubu has rejoiced with the vice

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President Bola Tinubu congratulated his friend and progressive politician, Rabiu Kwankwaso, on his 70th birthday. Tinubu praised Kwankwaso's extensive contributions to the nation, citing his roles as former Governor of Kano State, ex-defence minister, and former Senator. The pair have a long-standing association in the National Assembly and as governors, ultimately uniting in 2013 to form the All Progressives Congress.

Both Tinubu and Kwankwaso remain influential figures in Nigerian politics, despite competing on different platforms in the upcoming 2027 elections. The opposition People Democratic Party (PDP), led by Peter Obi, also celebrated Kwankwaso's milestone birthday, emphasizing his experience in public service and his potential to contribute to the party's vision for a better Nigeria.

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Shettima, Akpabio, Daniel, Mimiko, Hamzat, Adeyeye, Others Mourn Fasoranti

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  • Vice President Kashim Shettima mourns passing of Afenifere leader Pa Reuben Fasoranti.
  • President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio calls Fasoranti a patriot and democratic contributor.
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2027: Matawalle Gifts Vehicles to Eight Zamfara Lawmakers Who Returned to APC

Onuminya Innocent Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, has donated vehicles to eight members of Zamfara State House of Assembly, who recently returned to All Progressives Congress…

  • Minister Bello Matawalle gifted vehicles to eight former Zamfara lawmakers.
  • Lawmakers returned to APC ahead of 2027 general election.
  • Vehicles aimed to aid lawmakers' political activities in constituencies.

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Akume: North-south Power Rotation Good for National Unity

Olawale Ajimotokan in Abuja The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has urged political stakeholders to respect the North-south power rotation arrangement…

  • Senator George Akume stresses North-south power rotation for national unity.
  • Power rotation between North and South in eight-year cycles, starting with South.
  • Akume urges collaboration among governments to address economic and social challenges.

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