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Suspension of SGF, NIA DG a ruse to deceive Nigerians – PDP
by Dolapo Adelana The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has described the suspension Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir David Lawal and the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Ambassador…
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Lawal’s suspension was unavoidable, he violated public trust – Sagay
by Azeez Adeniyi Chairman of the Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption (PACAC), Prof Itse Sagay (SAN) on Wednesday said suspended Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Babachir David…
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[The Legislative Blog]: Dino Melaye did the “Ajeku Iya” song again and this time, it’s for Babachir Lawal
Here we were, thinking we had seen the last of Senator Dino Melaye's absurdity, then he threw us into another state of shock when he decided to add one more…
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Babachir’s suspension long overdue, commendable – Senate
by Azeez Adeniyi The Senate on Wednesday described the suspension of Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal as a welcome development. Special Adviser to the President…
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Why did Buhari wait for the messy Osborne scandal before suspending SGF | Fayose suspects cover-up
by Dolapo Adelana Ekiti Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has described the suspension of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir David Lawal and Director General of National Intelligence…
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[The Presidential Blog] Hey Babachir! Here’s the official notice of your suspension
So the President finally decided to take action regarding the Secretary to the Government of the Federation who's been accused of violating due process in the award of contracts under…
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Just In: Suspended SGF, Lawal in closed door meeting with Osinbajo
by Dolapo Adelana Babachir Lawal, the suspended Secretary to the Government of the Federation is currently in a closed-door meeting with Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo. Lawal's suspension was ordered by President…
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SGF, Customs boss are hiding something – Senate minority leader
by Azeez Adeniyi Minority leader of the House of Representatives, Leo Ogor has said this is the first time in the history of Nigeria that different arms of government will…
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The Big 10: These are the stories that drove conversations this week
These are the top 10 stories that drove conversations this week. Dino Meleaye's certificate scandal During the week, online news medium, SaharaReporters alleged that Senator representing Kogi West, Dino Melaye…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. Saraki never threatened to shut down the govt – Senate spokesman Senate spokesman, Sabi Abdullahi has denied reports that the…
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Senate can order SGF’s arrest, if he fails to appear before it – Falana
by Azeez Adeniyi Human Rights lawyer, Femi Falana has said the Senate can order the arrest of Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal if he fails to…
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Grass-cutting probe: We are yet to receive any court order – Shehu Sani
by Dolapo Adelana Chairman, Senate Ad Hoc Committee on Mounting Humanitarian Crisis in the North-East, Senator Shehu Sani, has said the Committee was yet to receive any court order restraining…
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Just In: Reschedule my appearance, SGF tells Senate
by Azeez Adeniyi The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal has asked the Senate reschedule his appearance before the committee on Mounting Humanitarian Crisis in the…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. 4 dead, 20 injured in UK Parliament attack At least four persons have been confirmed dead in Wednesday’s terror attack…
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Our democracy is coming to an end | Senate reacts to SGF’s plan to shun invitation
The Senate on Wednesday said Nigeria's democracy was heading towards total destruction because of the refusal of the executive to honour legislative summons. Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public…
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Grass-cutting probe: I will not appear on Thursday, SGF writes senate
by Dolapo Adelana The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Babachir Lawal says he will not appear before the Senate on Thursday, The Punch reports. Lawal said this in a…
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Mismanaged funds: Senate summons SGF to appear before it on Wednesday
by Azeez Adeniyi The senate ad hoc committee on the mounting humanitarian crisis in the north-east, has issued a fresh summon to Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF),…
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“We inherited a parlous economy from PDP” – SGF
by Azeez Adeniyi Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal has urged Nigerians to be patient with the President Muhammadu Buhari administration. Lawal said this in Owerri on…
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Still on the Matter: Are we going to prosecute SGF, Babachir Lawal or what?
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Engineer Babachir Lawal has been embroiled in a corruption scandal for months now but unlike those who have even got the customary media…
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Senate requests BVNs of firms linked to Babachir Lawal
The Senate has requested Bank Verification Numbers of companies allegedly owned by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal as it continues its investigation into contracts on the…
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Buhari’s letter to Senate did not clear SGF of corruption – Presidency
The Special Assistant to the President on media and publicity, Garba Shehu has said President Muhammadu Buhari's letter to the Senate did not clear Secretary of the Government of the…
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The YNaija Tracklist: 20 APC senators ready to defect to PDP – Akpabio | Nigerians already yearning for another change – Fayose | More stories
From the papers this morning – a Tracklist. Death rumour: Buhari should address Nigerians from the UK – NLC - YNaija 20 APC senators ready to defect to PDP –…
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Defend yourself or quit, Senators tell SGF
Some senators have insisted that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal must defend the corruption allegations against him or resign. Lawal was indicted in the…
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Babachir Lawal: Presidency lied in its letter to the Senate – Sani
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on the Mounting Humanitarian Crisis in the North-East, Sen. Shehu Sani, has accused the presidency of lying in the letter it sent to the…
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UPDATED: Buhari rejects Senate’s recommendation to sack SGF
President Muhammadu Buhari has rejected the Senate's recommendation that he sacks Secretary the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal who was indicted for fraud in the Presidential Initiative for the…
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‘Why Buhari is yet to act on Lawal, Magu’
The cases against the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Engr. Babachir Lawal and the Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission( EFCC), Mr. Ibrahim Magu is one…
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AGF queries Babachir Lawal over North East contract fraud
The Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami has sent a query to the Secretary to Government of the Federation (SGF), David Babachir Lawal over…
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Buhari, Saraki hold closed-door meeting
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday met behind closed doors with Senate President, Bukola Saraki, at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, The Punch reports. The meeting, which lasted for 30 minutes followed the…
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Buhari orders probe on SGF, others over alleged corruption
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday ordered the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN) to probe all top officials in his government who have been…
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Who is Babachir Lawal?
Babachir Lawal is the SGF! Or at least, that's the popular way to describe him in a chat with friends who are passionate about Nigerian politics. Up until the PINE…
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