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The Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Bernard  Doro, has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to credible and dynamic data as the backbone of effective social protection and poverty-reduction programmes. The Minister stated this on Tuesday while hosting the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Abisoye Coker-Odusote, and her management team at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja for a strategic engagement on data collaboration and social protection The meeting focused on NIMC’s continued support to agencies under the Ministry, including the National Social Safety Nets Coordinating Office (NASSCO), the National Commission for Refugees Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCTO), and the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP). According to the Minister, the collaboration has resulted in the enrolment and verification of 11,183,871 usable National Identification N...
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ADC inaugurates 20-member committee to revalidate membership ahead of 2027 polls

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has inaugurated a 20-member Membership, Revalidation, Mobilisation and Registration (MRMR) Committee to oversee a nationwide membership exercise aimed at strengthening the party’s structures ahead of the 2027 general elections. The committee was inaugurated on Tuesday in Abuja by the party’s National Chairman, David Mark, who said the exercise would establish a credible, verifiable and up-to-date membership base across the country. According to Mark, a strong and well-documented membership is the lifeblood of any political party, determining its legitimacy, reach and prospects for electoral success. Kashim Imam was inaugurated as Chairman of the committee, with Aisha Yesufu as Deputy Chairman and Sekonte Davies as Secretary. Other members include Senator Nurudeen Abatemi, Hon. Yomi Arokodare, Remi Fanibe, Adijat Ojelade, Hon. (Mrs) Abeje Egwa, Hon. Abas Anas Adamu, Dr Tanko Yunusa, Paul Lawrence Okorie, Dr Mrs Esther Irebo, Hon. Abdullahi Maibasira...
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UK, France plan troops for post-war Ukraine

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The UK and France have agreed in principle to deploy troops to Ukraine if a peace deal is reached with Russia, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said after talks in Paris. Starmer announced that a “declaration of intent” signed with French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky would pave the way for a legal framework allowing British, French and other partner forces to operate on Ukrainian soil after a ceasefire. The aim, he said, is to help guarantee Ukraine’s security and prevent future Russian aggression. Under the plan, the UK and France would establish military hubs across Ukraine and build protected facilities to store weapons and military equipment to support Ukraine’s defensive needs. The initiative forms part of discussions by more than 30 countries under the so-called “Coalition of the Willing”. President Zelensky described the agreement as a huge step forward, but stressed that more work is needed before any security arrangements are finalised ...
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Portable accuses father of theft

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Controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, has publicly called out his father, Mr Olalomi, accusing him of taking away his clothes and other personal belongings. The Zazu crooner made the allegations in a video broadcast circulating online, where he compared his father to the late singer Mohbad’s father, claiming that his dad has been targeting his possessions and properties. According to Portable, his life was more stable before his father became actively involved in it. He alleged that his father did not contribute to his upbringing, education, or early career development. Read Also:  Portable escapes arrest over assault The singer stated that his father neither sponsored his schooling nor paid for his skill acquisition when he was learning tailoring, a trade he practised before rising to fame in the music industry. Expressing deep frustration, Portable said his father’s presence has hurt his life rather than providing support. “My dad’s prese...
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Gunmen suspected to be bandits on Tuesday night shot dead four persons at National Park Service in Oloka, Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The park is located in Oyo North an area close to Kwara State where armed men have been on the rampage in recent times. The attack occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday when heavily armed gunmen stormed the National Park facility under the cover of darkness, catching NPS operatives unawares.   Read related story from New Daily Prime: APC leaders in Oyo unite behind Tinubu for 2027 re-election   The situation has led to fear among the people and residents of the area Sources said the assailants infiltrated the area unnoticed and launched a brutal assault, leaving at least four officers dead and several others injured. Eyewitness accounts described the incident as violent and well-coordinated, sparking panic among residents of nearby communities, many of whom now fear further attacks. Confirming the incident, the Public Relations Officer...
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Three days after US President Donald Trump launched a major military operation in Venezuela, he announced on Tuesday that the country’s interim authorities had agreed to hand over between 30 million and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the United States, a deal he said could be worth up to $2 billion at current market prices In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he had directed Chris Wright, the US Energy Secretary, to immediately begin executing the plan. According to Trump, the oil will be loaded onto storage vessels and transported directly to unloading docks in the United States. Read related story from New Daily Prime: Trump says United State will run Venezuela after capture of President Trump opens door for US oil giants in Venezuela after Maduro’s capture Trump warns Colombia’s Petro after US forces seize Venezuela’s Maduro   “I am pleased to announce that the Interim Authorities in Venezuela will be turning over between 30 and 50 MILLION barrels of high-quality...
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NYSC sets January 21 for opening of 2026 Batch ‘A’ orientation camps

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The National Youth Service Corps ( NYSC ) has announced the commencement date for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream One Orientation Course, signalling the start of the service year for thousands of Nigerian graduates. According to a statement released by the scheme's management on Tuesday, the three-week orientation exercise will kick off simultaneously in all 37 orientation camps across the federation on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. READ ALSO:  NYSC overhauls community development service to tackle emerging societal challenges Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) have been advised to strictly follow the approved schedule to ensure a smooth transition into camp activities. Camp registration is scheduled to run from Wednesday, 21 January to Friday, 23 January, ending at midnight. The swearing-in ceremony will take place on Friday, 23 January 2026, while the closing ceremony is slated for Tuesday, 10 February 2026. The Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, extended his ...
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