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Zamfara governor joins Tinubu on historic UK state visit

Dauda Lawal, the Governor of Zamfara State, has been selected to accompany President Bola Tinubu on a state visit to the United Kingdom aimed at strengthening bilateral relations.

Mar 17 β€’ 10:00 UTC
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National & Local

Bandits kill one, abduct seven in Kaduna community

Gunmen attacked Sabon Gyero community in Kaduna State, resulting in one death and seven abductions.

Mar 16 β€’ 19:24 UTC
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National & Local

Defections, political intolerance and threat of election boycott

Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress amid internal strife in the PDP.

Mar 11 β€’ 00:08 UTC
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National & Local

Why I defected to APC – Zamfara gov

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress due to ongoing crises within the PDP.

Mar 10 β€’ 10:26 UTC
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National & Local

Police arrest wanted kidnap kingpin in Ondo

The Ondo State Police have apprehended Abdullahi Lawal, a notorious kidnapper, in a coordinated operation following sustained intelligence gathering.

Mar 10 β€’ 10:20 UTC
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National & Local

APC France hails Zamfara governor’s defection, backs Tinubu’s growing influence

The APC France Chapter has welcomed Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal's defection from the PDP to the APC, signaling political support for President Bola Tinubu.

Mar 10 β€’ 08:53 UTC
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National & Local

PCRC hails Ondo CP for tackling crime, insecurity

The Police Community Relations Committee in Ondo State praised Commissioner of Police Adebowale Lawal for his significant achievements in combating crime and ensuring safety.

Mar 10 β€’ 03:53 UTC
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Sports

Salim Fago doubtful for Eagles' March friendlies

Young Nigerian striker Salim Fago Lawal's availability for the upcoming international friendlies is in doubt due to an injury sustained during a match.

Mar 10 β€’ 00:40 UTC
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National & Local

Matawalle hails Zamfara gov’s APC defection, seeks unity

Bello Matawalle has welcomed the defection of Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and emphasized the need for unity to tackle state challenges.

Mar 10 β€’ 00:40 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Man dies after assault in Lagos car park

A man identified as Opeyemi Lawal died after allegedly being assaulted by park officials in Lagos, Nigeria, following accusations of theft.

Mar 10 β€’ 00:16 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO: APC flag flies high in Zamfara as gov, deputy join party

Governor Dauda Lawal and his deputy Mani Mummuni have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress, marking a political shift in Zamfara State.

Mar 9 β€’ 17:56 UTC
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National & Local

BREAKING: Zamfara Gov Dauda Lawal dumps PDP for APC

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the All Progressives Congress after consultations with political leaders in the state.

Mar 9 β€’ 15:02 UTC
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National & Local

Zamfara governor considers defection as INEC deadline approaches

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal is reportedly contemplating a shift to the All Progressives Congress amid internal strife in the PDP and an impending election deadline.

Mar 5 β€’ 00:44 UTC
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National & Local

Zamfara governor distributes fertilizers to boost dry-season farming

The Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, launched a distribution program for fertilizers and farming equipment to support dry-season farming in the state.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:08 UTC
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Sports

Ighalo, Lawal back Lookman to shine in Spain

Former Nigerian footballers express confidence in Ademola Lookman's potential at Atletico Madrid.

Feb 22 β€’ 01:04 UTC
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National & Local

β€˜APC will retain Kwara beyond 2027’

Kwara State's former SDP candidate, Hakeem Lawal, believes the APC will maintain its dominance in the state's politics beyond 2027 due to its strong grassroots support.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:34 UTC
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National & Local

Ramadan: Zamfara governor approves early payment of February salaries, pensions

The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has approved the early payment of February salaries and pensions to assist civil servants and pensioners in preparing for Ramadan.

Feb 17 β€’ 09:48 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Gov. Lawal Trains Zamfara LG Officials On Innovative Governance

Governor Dauda Lawal has initiated a three-day workshop for local government officials in Zamfara State to improve governance practices.

Feb 16 β€’ 11:37 UTC
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National & Local

Ogun ADC suspends chairman over rally disruption

The African Democratic Congress in Ogun State has suspended its chairman, Femi Soluade, amid allegations of his involvement in disrupting a political rally.

Feb 15 β€’ 15:48 UTC
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National & Local

Oyo confers JP titles on 345, warns against abuse

The Oyo State Government awarded Justice of the Peace titles to 345 citizens, urging them to fulfill their roles responsibly and warning against potential abuses of the title.

Feb 12 β€’ 15:41 UTC
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National & Local

Ignorance Drives Injustice in Lagos – AG

The Lagos State Attorney-General, Mr. Lawal Pedro, highlights that widespread ignorance of justice mechanisms is the primary cause of injustice in the state, rather than a lack of legal institutions.

Feb 12 β€’ 01:14 UTC
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National & Local

Greenhouse gas emissions driving surge in respiratory, cardiovascular diseases β€” FG

The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed concerns about the rise in respiratory and cardiovascular diseases attributed to greenhouse gas emissions, as highlighted by Minister of Environment Balarabe Lawal during a recent meeting in Abuja.

Feb 3 β€’ 06:06 UTC

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