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Tinubu Approves Ibom Deep-Sea Port, Akwa Ibom International Airport Status

President Bola Tinubu has approved the proposed Ibom Deep-Sea Port and the upgrade of the Victor Attah International Airport in Akwa Ibom State to international airport status. The approval came after Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, pledged that the state would deliver two million votes for Tinubu’s re-election in 2027 if the Federal Government approved and facilitated the delivery of the Ibom Deep-Sea Port project.

Opposition out to disrupt democratic institutions, protest aimed at creating instability: Kummanam Rajasekharan

FG targets 2,000 new CNG facilities nationwide

Executive Chairman of the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (PI-CNG/EV), Ismaeel Ahmed, disclosed this on Friday shortly after the commissioning of a Rolling Energy CNG refuelling station for the State House in Karu, Abuja. Fashedemi explained that the State House partnered with Rolling Energy to rehabilitate an abandoned petrol station in Karu and convert it into a CNG refuelling and vehicle conversion facility.

President Mahama hints at multi-day celebrations for Ghana’s 70th independence anniversary

President John Dramani Mahama has mentioned that Ghana’s 70th Independence Anniversary celebrations in 2027 will span several days. Ghana’s 70th Independence Anniversary will mark seven decades since the country gained independence from British colonial rule on 6 March 1957.

2027: Peter Obi Has Not Offered Any Alternative — Oshiomhole

Peter Obi Has Not Offered Any Alternative — Oshiomhole. The Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has said the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has not offered any alternative to the policies of President Bola Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general election.

Cyclones caused over ₹500 crore loss to A.P. Energy Department, says Minister

Over 7,500 power poles damaged by Cyclone Murasu; restoration targeted by Saturday evening, says Gottipati Ravi Kumar

Generation Z and diversity redefine US politics in groundbreaking election

Melat Kiros becomes the first Generation Z woman elected to Congress, embodying a new era of political representation.

Demarcation of Kaniyanapura elephant corridor soon: Minister

Corridor will be constructed and measures will be taken to prevent the entry of elephants into farmers’ land, says Ramalinga Reddy

West Bengal govt’s new investment policy promotes job-linked growth, incentives for plant and machinery

The announcement of incentives marks a policy shift for West Bengal as the previous Trinamool Congress government had scrapped industrial incentive schemes and subsidies

ADC Court Ruling: ‘APC Afraid Of Strong Candidate Against Tinubu’ – Osunbor

A former Governor of Edo State and National Legal Adviser of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Oserheimen Osunbor, has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of being jittery ahead of the January 2027 presidential election. Osunbor’s comments followed Thursday’s judgment by the Federal High Court in Abuja, which sacked the David Mark-led ADC leadership and invalidated actions taken by the party under the leadership, including the process that produced Atiku as its presidential candidate for the 2027 election.

‘I feel free now’: Shabana Mahmood’s immigration shake-up provokes mixed emotions

But after that, we’re tossed away like we’re some rubbish,” Aneisha Williams says. But claiming housing benefit could delay her settlement for years under Shabana Mahmood’s “earned settlement” plans.

Karnataka Chief Minister meets Rahul Gandhi

Counting of votes, declaration of results on November 7 for ZPTC, MPTC elections in A.P.

About 11,000 counting supervisors and 28,692 assistants/staff to participate in the process at 365 centres across the State; counting of postal ballots to be taken up first; nearly 20,000 police personnel deployed as part of three-layer security

Gov’t acquires extra motorcycles for Ayalolo’s contra-flow dispatch operations ahead of Christmas

The government has acquired additional Honda motorcycles to strengthen Ayalolo’s contra-flow operations in the Greater Accra Region ahead of the Christmas festivities. The motorcycles have been handed over to the Central Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD), which has assigned riders to support the Ayalolo team and improve the efficiency of its dispatch operations.

Minister warns officials of criminal action if they fail to address drinking water issue

Labour Minister and Dharwad district in-charge Santosh Lad has warned officials of criminal action for negligence in implementing measures to prevent drinking water shortages in the district.

ECI reopens the doors for voters excluded from draft electoral roll

₦70,000 Transport Allowance Shows Tinubu Cares About Workers – Oshiomhole

The Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has said the Federal Government’s approval of a ₦70,000 transport allowance for workers shows that President Bola Tinubu cares about their welfare. The Edo North Senator also said the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, had not offered an alternative to Tinubu’s policies.

Prime Minister felicitates India’s Asian Para Games 2026 contingent

Visakhapatnam-based Indian para-badminton coach M.V. Murali Krishna, whose team won 16 medals (three gold, five silver, and eight bronze), calls for grassroots-level growth to nurture India’s para-athlete talent

Tanzanian opposition leader found guilty of inciting unrest but acquitted of treason

DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, Nov 6 — Tanzania’s main opposition leader, Tundu Lissu, has been found guilty of inciting unrest and sentenced to four years in jail, in a case that has raised concerns about political freedom in the East African country. Tundu Lissu – the great survivor of Tanzanian politics Demands for post-poll justice as Tanzania accused of weaponising counterterrorism laws WATCH: Tundu Lissu: A Fight Too Far?

Government aims to ensure global-standard jobs, courses in animal husbandry, says Minister Bindu Krishna

The government will extend full support to the development activities of KVASU and the progress of its students, says the Minister

California governor commutes death sentences for all 548 people on death row

California has historically had the largest population of death row inmates in the US.

BESS Policy should reduce high cost power purchases, says T.N. Electricity Consumers’ Association

BJP slams State government over hikes in bus fares and milk prices

T.N. Minister distributes financial assistance to SHGs in Cuddalore