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UDA drops Keroche, installs Maina as deputy leader in Senate

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 — The Senate has confirmed the removal of Tabitha Keroche as Deputy Majority Leader, with Nominated Senator Veronica Maina taking her place in a fresh shake-up of the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party’s leadership. “The correspondence and the attached minutes indicate that a resolution was passed by the Majority Party to remove the Deputy Senate Majority Leader, Sen. Tabitha Keroche, in accordance with Standing Order 22(5),” Kingi said.

Police warn politicians against destroying campaign materials

…IGP orders commissioners to arrest, prosecute offenders By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigeria Police Force has warned politicians, political thugs and other individuals against the destruction or defacement of campaign posters, banners and billboards belonging to candidates and political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. The police said the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, had directed commissioners of police in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to take proactive measures to prevent such incidents.

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu seeks relief package for drought-hit farmers

Urging the Inter-Ministerial Central Team to recommend assistance keeping in view the twin challenges of drought and back-to-back cyclones affecting several districts in Andhra Pradesh, the Chief Minister wants the minimum guaranteed employment under VB-G RAM G scheme increased to 200 days, ration cards for affected families, rescheduling of agricultural loans and faster settlement of crop insurance claims

Michigan voters face crucial choice as Trump’s grip on Congress is tested

Michigan’s closely contested Senate race and voter concerns over the economy are putting Trump’s control of Washington.

State Police Bill to reach Tinubu for assent today — Reps

State Police Bill to reach Tinubu for assent today — Reps. By Gift Chapi Odekina, Abuja ABUJA — The State Police Bill, seeking to decentralise policing responsibilities between the Federal and state governments, will be transmitted to President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday for assent. The approval by the state assemblies marks a significant milestone in efforts to amend the Constitution to allow states to establish and manage their own police forces alongside the Nigeria Police Force.

Karnataka govt. willing to reduce fares if Centre cuts diesel price: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar

willing to reduce fares if Centre cuts diesel price: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.

Fleabag creator donates flat to help early-career writers live in London

Phoebe Waller-Bridge joins stars signing up to scheme tackling class barriers in theatre Phoebe Waller-Bridge has donated a London flat so that early-career writers can afford to live in the capital. The creator of the hit show Fleabag bought the property specifically for Writers’ Block, a new scheme which tackles class barriers in theatre.

State Police: 30 states approve bill, six yet to respond

Senate gives November 19 deadline for outstanding submissions By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The proposed establishment of state police in Nigeria has moved closer to becoming law, with 30 State Houses of Assembly approving the constitutional amendment, while six others are yet to formally transmit their decisions to the National Assembly. The 30 states that have approved the proposal are Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Borno, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba,…

Tinubu seeks senate approval for fresh $7.7bn foreign loan

By Henry Umoru ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate, seeking approval for a fresh $7.7 billion external borrowing plan to part-finance the Federal Government’s N20.2 trillion budget deficit. He subsequently referred the communication to the Senate Committee on Local and Foreign Debts, chaired by Senator Aliyu Wamakko (APC, Sokoto North), for further legislative consideration.

Voter Register: INEC to purge 1.5 million irregular registrants

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: The Independent National Electoral Commission INEC is set to delete about 1.5 million voter registrations found to be irregular from the national register ahead of the 2027 general elections. INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan SAN, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja while receiving a delegation on a courtesy visit to the Commission’s headquarters.

FG, Lagos seek stronger partnership on data protection

By Juliet Umeh The Federal Government and Lagos State have called for stronger collaboration among regulators, businesses and other stakeholders to safeguard personal information and build public trust in the digital economy. The call was made at the ongoing Data Protection Africa Summit in Lagos, organised by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC).

Want to know what all your co-workers earn? Be careful what you wish for

The gap between men’s and women’s pay had started to close when equal pay legislation was introduced in Britain in the 1970s, and then more women moved into previous male-dominated occupations in the 80s and 90s. André Spicer is professor of organisational behaviour at the Bayes Business School at City, University of London.

INEC, UN strengthen partnership for peaceful 2027 elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the United Nations have strengthened their partnership to promote peaceful and credible elections ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for West Africa and the Sahel (SRSG), Mr Leonardo Santos Simão, gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to INEC Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN, at the Commission’s headquarters.

Union Minister promises all support to farmers hit by cyclones in Andhra Pradesh

Farmers have achieved impressive yields this year with irrigation water supplied through the Pattiseema project and despite El Nino-induced drought conditions, says Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar, while observing that paddy, black gram and cotton crops suffered extensive damage

Revanth seeks Yadav community’s support for Musi rejuvenation, Metro expansion

Chief Minister says community’s cooperation is essential for Telangana’s development; assures adequate political representation

'This is a disaster': Angry Republicans blame Trump for midterms defeat

Some Republicans tell the BBC the president's focus on his legacy and indifference to voter concerns cost them.

Race for TTD Chairman’s post gathers pace

With the term of the existing board coming to an end, the names of several leaders are doing the rounds in political circles, and Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is likely to take the final call after consultations within the ruling alliance partners

Seen And Heard At The US Midterm Elections

It needs to change for the everyday person, and I’m an everyday person,” Donta Comer, a 38-year-old project manager in Atlanta, Georgia, told AFP. “I’m independent but I voted Democrat, I just wanted to go back into the culture of decency, integrity, honesty, and the rest follows,” Yan Cardineau, 59, told AFP in Austin, Texas.

Emami to Tinubu: Don’t succumb to blackmail, accuses INEC of flouting President’s intervention on delineation

Emami, who was irked by the latest upload of units and wards by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC on its portal, as it relates to Warri South Local Government Area, stated that the Chairman of INEC, Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, the Senate President, Godswill Obot Akpabio and some ethnic bigots, were trying to blackmail President Tinubu, to backtrack on his intervention regarding the controversial delineation of units and wards in Warri Federal Constituency, particularly as it affects Warri South Local Government Area. The APC Chieftain and Ologbotsere of Warri Kingdom,…

Canadian Prime Minister commends Mahama for leadership in Ghana and global affairs

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has commended President John Dramani Mahama for his leadership in driving reforms in Ghana and contributing to efforts to address pressing global challenges. Mr Carney made the remarks during an engagement with President Mahama on the sidelines of the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Antigua and Barbuda.

Delta seeks patience over N4bn poverty fund disbursement

By Egufe Yafugborhi ASABA — The Delta State Government has appealed to residents to exercise patience over the disbursement of its N4 billion poverty alleviation fund, assuring that 15,000 indigent beneficiaries across the state’s 25 local government areas would be covered. The General Manager of the Delta State Social Investment Programme (DSSIP), Chief Henry Sakpra, gave the assurance in Asaba, saying necessary arrangements had been concluded to ensure a smooth, transparent and hitch-free disbursement.

Amit Shah unaware of Telangana’s political realities: Chamala

[PHOTOS] Atiku Arrives In Sokoto For Presidential Campaign Rally

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has arrived in Sokoto State for the official flag-off of his presidential campaign rally. Atiku touched down at the Sultan Abubakar III International Airport, Sokoto, ahead of the rally, which marks the formal commencement of his presidential campaign activities in the state.

Nyoro challenges Gachagua’s numbers-first approach to 2027 race, roots for quality

NAIROBI, Kenya, Nov 4 — People’s Party of Kenya (PPK) leader Ndindi Nyoro has challenged the opposition to look beyond voter numbers in identifying a joint presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election, saying leadership quality and experience should carry equal weight. Nyoro also defended PPK’s participation in opposition activities, dismissing claims by leaders from Gachagua’s Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) that its independent mobilisation could split opposition votes.