83 minutes ago Climate change: Bauchi ACReSAL flags off planting of 500 tree seedlings

Tribune Online Climate change: Bauchi ACReSAL flags off planting of 500 tree seedlings The Bauchi State Project Office of Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) on Friday flagged off the planting of 500 tree seedlings along the 5-kilometer Atiku Abubakar Road in Bauchi metropolis. The exercise, conducted in collaboration with the State Environmental Protection Agency (BASEPA) and an NGO known as YALI Network Nigeria, aims to mitigate the […] Climate change: Bauchi ACReSAL flags off planting of 500 tree seedlings Tribune Online

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16 hours ago Commuters in S’East groan over fare hikes, multiple police, military checkpoints

Commuters in Imo and Abia states travelling for the Christmas celebration and other private purposes have cried out over the astronomical hike in fares by transporters. They also bemoaned the longer travelling time and stress occasioned by the “numerous” military and police checkpoints mounted at close range on the various routes in the South-East states. […] The post Commuters in S’East groan over fare hikes, multiple police, military checkpoints appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 hours ago Accidental Strikes: CDS Warns Sokoto Residents Against Harbouring Criminals

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has charged Sokoto State residents to expose any criminals especially terrorists disturbing the state. General Musa warned civilians living with suspected Boko Haram or Lakurawa members to desist from such acts or face the consequences of their actions. He added that the military would not take responsibility […] The post Accidental Strikes: CDS Warns Sokoto Residents Against Harbouring Criminals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 hours ago Despite Negative Critical Reviews Tyler Perry’s WW2 Film Gains Global Success

In spite of negative critiques, Tyler Perry’s latest World War II (WW2) film ‘The Six Triple Eight’, has gained global streaming success. It stands as the second most streamed film on Netflix in Christmas week, topped only by the Die-Hard-like thriller, ‘Carry-On’ starring British actor, Taron Egerton. Post its release, the Perry-directed film received mixed […]

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2 hours ago Lagos, Kaduna lead as police nab 23 suspects, recover weapons during Christmas crackdown 

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of 23 suspected armed robbers, hoodlums, and a notorious kidnapper during the Christmas celebration across the country. The arrests were part of heightened anti-crime operations initiated under the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to ensure public safety during the holiday season. This was Read More

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28 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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12 hours ago Shattered dreams: Victims share harrowing tales of life after road crashes

According to the National Bureau of Statistics, there were over 6,536 deaths involved in several accidents from 2023 till date, while 26,783 commercial vehicles were confiscated following accidents last year, as reported by the Federal Road Safety Commission. This unending calamity has shattered dreams beyond redemption, writes TEMITOPE AINA The goal of Omolola Ogunlaja, 33, Read More

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2 hours ago “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s tax policies, describing them as anti-north. Mohammed made this known during a meeting with the Christian community in Bauchi State at the Government House on Thursday. The Governor, who also chairs the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum, expressed concerns that the tax reform bills […] The post “Reverse Tax Reforms Or North Will Fight, Show You Our True Colours” – Gov Mohammed Threatens Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 hours ago Kidnapped Anambra lawmaker’s vehicle recovered, rescue operation ongoing – Police

The Anambra State Police Command has recovered the vehicle of Justice Azuka, the lawmaker representing Onitsha North Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, who was abducted on Tuesday night. Azuka was kidnapped by unidentified gunmen along Ugwunapampa Road, Inland Town, Onitsha, while returning home for the Christmas holiday. In a press statement on Read More

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3 hours ago Trump takes aim at Biden, Canada, China and others in controversial Christmas message 

Donald Trump has subtly aimed at President Joe Biden, Canada, China, democrats in a Christmas message post on his social media platform. read more Trump takes aim at Biden, Canada, China and others in controversial Christmas message 

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22 hours ago Bauchi governor reacts to NSCIA’s warning against siting of Sayawa chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa Town

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has reacted to the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs warning against citing the Sayawa Chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa town. Mohammed spoke on Thursday when the State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) paid him a Christmas visit at Government House, Bauchi, on […] The post Bauchi governor reacts to NSCIA’s warning against siting of Sayawa chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa Town appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 hours ago Benue: Alia condemns attack on Anwase community, vows to get perpetrators

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has expressed deep sadness over the news of the unprovoked attacks on Anwase community in Kwande Local Government Area, where innocent residents were reportedly murdered. Recall that on Christmas day, December 25, 2024, herdsmen militia invaded and attacked Communities in Kwande, killed 11 persons, […] The post Benue: Alia condemns attack on Anwase community, vows to get perpetrators appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 hours ago Sokoto Gov’t Donates N20m To Military Airstrike Victims’ Families As Tambuwal Seeks Justice

The Sokoto State government has donated the sum of N20million to the families of the victims of Wednesday’s accidental bombing on civilian communities in Sokoto State.   This was disclosed when political gladiators in the State stormed Silame local government area of the State to attend the burial of victims of the alleged military airstrikes […]

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5 hours ago Pray Because There Is A Lot Of Wahala, Anger In Nigeria — Gov Mohammed Urges Christians

He made the call during the Christmas Day celebration organised in Bauchi on Thursday. The post Pray Because There Is A Lot Of Wahala, Anger In Nigeria — Gov Mohammed Urges Christians appeared first on Channels Television.

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29 hours ago Driver Flees After Crashing Into Christian Procession In Gombe, 22 Injured

22 persons were injured after a vehicle crashed into a Christian procession in the Tumfure town, close to Gombe, on Wednesday, according to the Gombe State Police Command. In a statement to reporters, the command’s spokesperson, ASP Buhari Abdullahi, stated that no fatalities had been reported in the incident, and that the injured were being […] The post Driver Flees After Crashing Into Christian Procession In Gombe, 22 Injured appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 hours ago ‘Baby Driver’: Actor Hudson Meek falls from moving vehicle, dies at 16

Tribune Online ‘Baby Driver’: Actor Hudson Meek falls from moving vehicle, dies at 16 Hudson Meek, a young actor celebrated as the younger version of Ansel Elgort’s character in the 2017 hit film ‘Baby Driver’ and his voice work in the preschool series Badanamu Stories, has died following a tragic accident. According to a statement from the Jefferson County coroner’s office, the 16-year-old fell from a moving vehicle in […] ‘Baby Driver’: Actor Hudson Meek falls from moving vehicle, dies at 16 Tribune Online

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9 hours ago Leadership reflections at christmas: How to recharge and inspire for 2025

As we approach the holiday season, many business leaders feel an intense pull between the push to close out the read more Leadership reflections at christmas: How to recharge and inspire for 2025

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13 hours ago Opposition slams APC as ‘hungry’ residents storm Bourdillon for palliatives

The opposition Labour Party; Peoples Democratic Party and others, on Thursday, lampooned the ruling All Progressives Congress over the country’s worsening poverty. The condemnation by the opposition parties followed a viral video showing long queues of Nigerians seeking foodstuffs at President Bola Tinubu’s Bourdillon residence in Lagos on Christmas Eve. Senator Ali Ndume, who shared Read More

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16 hours ago No French military presence in Nigeria, FG replies Niger president Tchiani

The Federal Government has dismissed claims made by Niger Republic’s President, Abdourahamane Tchiani, regarding the presence of a French military camp in Borno State. Tchiani made the claim during his Christmas Day Broadcast. In a statement signed by the Special Assistant on Media and Communications Strategy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alkasim Abdulkadir on Read More

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19 hours ago Ewa offers scholarships to students of Fed Poly, lifts 5, 000 families, traditional rulers

As Nigerians celebrate the yuletide amid the hardship and increasing food inflation in the country, the Cross River State Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-governmental Relations, Oden Ewa, has extended his philanthropic gestures to people of Yakurr Local Government Area of the state, to ease their sufferings and enable them have a joyous Christmas celebration. […] The post Ewa offers scholarships to students of Fed Poly, lifts 5, 000 families, traditional rulers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 hours ago Atiku Slams Nigeria Millitary Over Killing Of Innocent Citizens In Sokoto

Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has condemned the accidental bombing by the Nigerian Air Force which claimed lives of many villagers in Rumtuwa and Gidan Sama communities, Sokoto State. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the unfortunate incident which happened on Wednesday, left others injured. It was gathered that a Nigerian Air Force airstrike, intended to neutralise […] The post Atiku Slams Nigeria Millitary Over Killing Of Innocent Citizens In Sokoto appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 hours ago Eno feeds Akwa Ibomites, distributes 45,440 bags of rice to 2,272 villages

Akwa Ibom State Government has shared 20 bags of rice each to the 2,272 villages to mark the Christmas celebration read more Eno feeds Akwa Ibomites, distributes 45,440 bags of rice to 2,272 villages

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20 hours ago Nwosu to Soludo: You can’t schedule action on security matters like social appointment

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha The Anambra State governorship aspirant on the platform of Labour Party, John Chuma Nwosu, has faulted the decision of Governor Chukwuma Soludo to launch full onslaught against criminal elements through Operation Udo Ga Achi in January 2025. Nwosu who spoke in a statement in Awka on Boxing Day in reaction to […] The post Nwosu to Soludo: You can’t schedule action on security matters like social appointment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 hours ago [ICYMI] EPL: Liverpool host Foxes, Arsenal prepare for life without Saka, other fixtures

Christmas Premier League chart-toppers Liverpool are overwhelming favourites to see off struggling Leicester on Boxing Day. No EPL game is taking place on Christmas Day, December 25. Yuletide games are scheduled for 26 and 27 for Match Day 18. Match Day 19, however, resumes on 29 and 3o and then January 1, 2025. The right Read More

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23 hours 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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23 hours ago Christmas: “Tinubu’s Reforms Beginning To Yield Results, 2025 Will Be Better” – Ganduje Tells Nigerians

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has appealed to Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The former governor of Kano State, called for more support for the President amid hardship facing the country. Ganduje in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, on Wednesday, […] The post Christmas: “Tinubu’s Reforms Beginning To Yield Results, 2025 Will Be Better” – Ganduje Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 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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27 hours ago Nestoil CEO celebrated as Apha Circle marks 35 years anniversary in style

By Tony Udemba It was a remarkable day for members of the Alpha Cycle Club of Nigeria as they celebrated the club’s 35th anniversary, with the investiture of Dr Ernest Azudialu-Obiejesi, GMD/CEO of Nestoil Group and founder of the Obijackson Foundation, as Patron. The occasion, held in Lagos, was heralded by a beautifully rendered club […] The post Nestoil CEO celebrated as Apha Circle marks 35 years anniversary in style appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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