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2 days ago | naijanews.com | Ikenna Ngere

Several world leaders have confirmed their plans to be in attendance at the funeral of Pope Francis, scheduled for Saturday in Vatican City. The ceremony, expected to attract large crowds to St. Peter’s Square, follows the pope’s passing on Monday at the age of 88. The pontiff reportedly suffered a cerebral stroke, which led to a coma and irreversible heart failure.

2 days ago | naijanews.com | Ikenna Ngere

National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has restated the unwavering commitment of the Federal Government to tackling the persistent security crisis in Benue State and across the country. Ribadu praised the proactive steps taken by Governor Hyacinth Alia in combating the insecurity ravaging the state, while cautioning against those seeking to take advantage of the situation for selfish purposes.

2 days ago | naijanews.com | Ikenna Ngere

The South-South Zonal Working Committee (ZWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has appointed new caretaker committees to take charge of party affairs in Bayelsa and Edo states for a three-month period. This development comes on the heels of the dissolution of the Bayelsa State Working Committee and the previous caretaker committee in Edo State, as ratified by the ZWC during a meeting chaired by the party’s National Vice-Chairman (South-South), Dan Orbih.

2 days ago | naijanews.com | Ikenna Ngere

In a bold effort to tackle the growing security concerns within Edo State, Governor Monday Okpebholo convened a high-stakes security meeting on Monday in Iyamho, situated in Etsako West Local Government Area. The gathering brought together an array of influential figures, including political heavyweights, religious and traditional leaders, top security officials, and critical stakeholders, all committed to crafting effective solutions to the security issues facing Edo North.

2 days ago | naijanews.com | Ikenna Ngere

In preparation for the upcoming July 12 local government elections in Lagos State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the official nomination and administrative fees for prospective candidates. Outlined in the party’s election guidelines, which were jointly signed by Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi and Dr Adeola Jokomba, the APC chairman and secretary, respectively, the fee structure was made public on Tuesday.