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Youths, Civil Groups Demand Constitutional Amendment to Lower Governorship and Senate Age Limit from 35 to 30 Years

Posted October 17, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

Youth and civil society organisations operating under the platform of the Youth Electoral Reform Project (YERP-Naija) have urged the National Assembly to amend the 1999 Constitution to lower the minimum age requirement for those contesting governorship and senatorial positions from 35 to 30 years. This demand formed part of the…

Rivers Govt Revokes N134bn CCECC Contract, Orders Refund as Tonye Cole Demands N20bn from Channels TV Over Wike’s Remarks

Posted October 17, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

The Rivers State Executive Council (SEC) has officially terminated the N134 billion contract previously awarded to the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) for the renovation, retrofitting, and furnishing of the State Secretariat complex. The project was initially approved during the six-month emergency administration of Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd).…

Police Suspend Enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit Policy After Meeting with Nigerian Bar Association

Posted October 9, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced a temporary suspension of the enforcement of the tinted glass permit policy, following discussions with the leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) and in consideration of public concern. The decision was disclosed in a statement released on Thursday by the Force Public…

BREAKING NEWS: Tinubu Poised to Appoint Prof. Joash Amupitan, Dino Melaye’s Longtime Lawyer, as Next INEC Chairman

Posted October 7, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is reportedly finalising plans to appoint Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following the end of Professor Mahmood Yakubu’s ten-year tenure. Reliable sources revealed that the official announcement is expected after a crucial meeting of the…

Nigerian Institute of Town Planners Raises Concerns Over National Orthopaedic Hospital’s Hiring Practices

Posted October 4, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

In a surprising turn of events, the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has expressed concerns over the hiring practices of the National Orthopaedic Hospital in Enugu, Nigeria. The NITP argues that the hospital's decision to hire a director of physical planning without considering town planning professionals is a…

After 15 Years, Boko Haram Now Virtually Becoming Part Of Our Life- Obasanjo

Posted October 4, 2025 by Freedom Square TV

—----- Urges Nigeria to ask tough questions and act decisively against insurgency before it becomes permanent. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has raised concerns that Boko Haram insurgency is gradually becoming entrenched in Nigeria, warning that the country must ask itself hard questions about how it has handled the crisis…

Nigerian Institute of Town Planners President Reflects on Nation’s Growth at 65th Independence Anniversary

Posted October 3, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

As Nigeria marked its 65th Independence Anniversary on October 1st, 2025, the National President of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), TPL Dr. Ogbonna Chime, delivered a heartfelt and purposeful address to members of the institute, reflecting on the nation’s journey and the profession’s role in shaping its built…

PenCom Unveils Reforms to Strengthen Pension Scheme and Improve Retirees’ Welfare

Posted October 2, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has introduced a series of major reforms aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), with a renewed focus on transparency, inclusiveness, and the overall well-being of retirees. The announcement came during a high-level Stakeholders’ Conference on the workings of the CPS, held in Abuja…

Governor Soludo Empowers Over 8,000 Youths with N3.5 Billion Through 1Youth 2Skills Programme

Posted October 2, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

In a major boost to youth empowerment and economic self-reliance, Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has disbursed N3.5 billion in start-up capital to 8,300 young people under the second phase of the 1Youth 2Skills programme. The disbursement event took place at the International Convention Centre in Awka and was…

Nigerian Institute of Town Planners Calls for Action on Urban Crises as World Habitat Day 2025 is Marked

Posted October 2, 2025 by FreedomsquareTV

As the world marks World Habitat Day 2025 on Monday, October 6, the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has joined both local and international communities in highlighting the urgent need to address the rising challenges facing urban settlements. This year’s theme, “Urban Crises Response,” focuses on the growing pressures…

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