57 minutes ago Sokoto airstrike killing innocent citizens devastating, outrageous – Atiku

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 elections, Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the airstrike that claimed the lives of civilians and left others injured in Sokoto State. PUNCH Online reports that a Nigerian Air Force airstrike, intended to neutralise Lakurawa terrorists, mistakenly hit Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa communities in the Silame Read More

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72 minutes ago Christmas: Achado calls on IGP, APC to caution Gov Alia as govt seals business centres in Benue

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Austin Achado, a member of the House of Representatives for Gwer East/Gwer West Federal Constituency, has condemned what he described as “unlawful closure of business premises and sustained harassment by the Benue state government.” Achado made this call while briefing the press on Thursday in Makurdi over the sealing of City […] The post Christmas: Achado calls on IGP, APC to caution Gov Alia as govt seals business centres in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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75 minutes ago “It’s Sham, A 419 Scheme, I’m Not Aware Of It” – Betty Akeredolu Rejects Ondo Memorial Lecture For Late Husband

The widow of former Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, has strongly condemned the State government’s plans to hold a memorial lecture in her late husband’s honor. The lecture, scheduled for Friday in Akure, is part of a series of activities to commemorate the first anniversary of Akeredolu’s death on December 27, 2023. According […] The post “It’s Sham, A 419 Scheme, I’m Not Aware Of It” – Betty Akeredolu Rejects Ondo Memorial Lecture For Late Husband appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 hours ago The Gambia’s First Lady Visits Nigerian Fashion Outlet ‘April By Kunbi’, Says Africa Is Blessed 

The First Lady of the Republic of The Gambia, Mrs Fatoumatta Bah-Marrow, has visited a leading Nigerian fashion and designing flagship store, April by Kunbi, in Lagos. Bah-Marrow extolled the creativity of the New York-trained Creative Director of the brand, Mrs Olakunbi Uzochukwu, for promoting African culture and for creating jobs for youths in the […]

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4 hours ago Kano govt shuts market over alleged prostitution, other immoral activities

Tribune Online Kano govt shuts market over alleged prostitution, other immoral activities The Garun Mallam Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano State has shut down Kwanar Gafan Tomato market over alleged prostitution, adultery, homosexuality, and other immoral activities within the market premises. While confirming the development, Hon. Barr Aminu Kadawa, the Garun Mallam Local Government chairman, gave all occupants in the market a seven-day ultimatum to vacate […] Kano govt shuts market over alleged prostitution, other immoral activities Tribune Online

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5 hours ago Kano 2027: “NNPP Will Work Tirelessly To Ensure APC’s Votes Reduce To Less Than 15,000” – Kwankwaso Vows

Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, former Governor of Kano State and leader of the Kwankwasiyya Movement, has pledged to significantly reduce the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) votes in Kano State during the 2027 elections. Kwankwaso made this declaration while receiving former councillors and senior special advisers at his residence in Kano on Wednesday. He attributed the New […] The post Kano 2027: “NNPP Will Work Tirelessly To Ensure APC’s Votes Reduce To Less Than 15,000” – Kwankwaso Vows appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 hours ago ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to national security, economic transformation, and the well-being of all citizens. In a Christmas message on Wednesday, Shettima assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration remains dedicated to improving their lives. “As we approach a new year, I want to […] The post ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 hours ago UniAbuja protest: SERAP urges Tinubu to probe police assault on Channels TV crew

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the Inspector General of Police to launch a thorough investigation into the alleged assault on Channels Television crew by security operatives during a protest at the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) on Tuesday morning. The Channels TV crew was reportedly covering a Read More

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18 hours ago Police clarify Abuja stampede probe, deny targeting church’s almsgiving

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command on Wednesday dismissed allegations by the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja Diocese, Most Rev. Ignatius Kaigama, that the police were attempting to demonise the church’s almsgiving or humanitarian efforts. Describing the claims as baseless and disappointing, the FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, clarified that the police did Read More

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19 hours ago Akeredolu’s family, Ondo govt bicker over first memorial lecture for late governor

Tribune Online Akeredolu’s family, Ondo govt bicker over first memorial lecture for late governor A year after the demise of the late Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, the family of the late governor has reignited the feud with Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.  This is just as the wife of the late governor, Mrs Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, kicked against the governor’s plan to organise a memorial lecture to mark the late Akeredolu’s […] Akeredolu’s family, Ondo govt bicker over first memorial lecture for late governor Tribune Online

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22 hours ago “There’s Light At The Tunnel’s End” – PDP Sends Message Of Hope Amidst Poverty, Hardship

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed sadness over the excruciating poverty imposed on citizens by the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration, leaving many Nigerians unable to fully enjoy the Christmas season. National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Debo Ologunagba, stated, “The PDP laments that due to the abysmal level of poverty in the country, […] The post “There’s Light At The Tunnel’s End” – PDP Sends Message Of Hope Amidst Poverty, Hardship appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 hours ago Tambari wants govt to invest more in education, training to tackle future challenges

Tribune Online Tambari wants govt to invest more in education, training to tackle future challenges A Sokoto State-born professional engineer, Eng. Tambari Zayyanu Yabo, has urged citizens across Nigeria, especially youths, to invest more in education, reading, and training to tackle challenges in life effectively. He made this call while delivering a lecture at a one-day public lecture organized by the Beacon Literacy Foundation in Sokoto on Wednesday. Speaking on […] Tambari wants govt to invest more in education, training to tackle future challenges Tribune Online

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25 hours ago Christmas: Two Police officers killed in gun battle against IPOB/ESN in Imo

Tribune Online Christmas: Two Police officers killed in gun battle against IPOB/ESN in Imo Two operatives of the Imo State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit lost their lives in a gun battle while dismantling a notorious IPOB/ESN syndicate allegedly involved in kidnapping and armed robbery in the state. The operatives also killed three of the suspected IPOB/ESN kidnappers, arrested two others, and recovered six AK-47 rifles, 131 rounds of ammunition, […] Christmas: Two Police officers killed in gun battle against IPOB/ESN in Imo Tribune Online

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27 hours ago Food security: Ondo govt trains extension agents on animal husbandry practices

Tribune Online Food security: Ondo govt trains extension agents on animal husbandry practices As part of efforts to ensure food security in Ondo State, the Ondo State government has trained over 40 Extension Agents and Livestock Community Service Providers on Good Animal Husbandry Practices (GAHP). Speaking during the capacity training, which was facilitated by the State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) Project, the State L-PRES Project Coordinator, […] Food security: Ondo govt trains extension agents on animal husbandry practices Tribune Online

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27 hours ago Court remands refinery MD in Kuje correctional centre over alleged $35m fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Monday, December 23, 2024, arraigned the Managing Director of Atlantic International Refinery and Petrochemical Limited, Akindele Akintoye at the Federal High Court, Abuja, over an alleged $35 million fraud. He was arraigned before Justice Emeka Nwite on charges bordering on money laundering and contract fraud. On October 31, Read More

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