1 hour ago Entrepreneur seeks collaboration between govt, private philanthropy to address poverty

Tribune Online Entrepreneur seeks collaboration between govt, private philanthropy to address poverty Nigerians are urging the government and private grassroots philanthropy to work together to address the needs of vulnerable populations. This call was made by Muyideen Okunlola Kayode, a social entrepreneur, and philanthropist, during a keynote speech at the Strategic Media Seminar organised by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Sobi FM Chapel. Kayode emphasised the […] Entrepreneur seeks collaboration between govt, private philanthropy to address poverty Tribune Online

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29 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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41 minutes ago Sokoto Strikes: DHQ Blames ‘Secondary Explosion’ For Death Of ‘About 10 Persons’

A few days back, the Sokoto Government said ten villagers were killed and others injured after military strikes in the Silame Local Government Area of the state.  The post Sokoto Strikes: DHQ Blames ‘Secondary Explosion’ For Death Of ‘About 10 Persons’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 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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4 hours ago 10 Civilians dead in Sokoto military airstrike amid efforts to target terrorists

At least 10 civilians lost their lives in an airstrike on two villages in Sokoto State on Wednesday, leaving communities in mourning. read more 10 Civilians dead in Sokoto military airstrike amid efforts to target terrorists

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5 hours ago FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians

Tribune Online FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians A real estate entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of Pelcian Valley Nigeria Limited, Babatunde Adeyemo, has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently initiate measures to check the excesses of operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), especially on the use of arms on the highway. Using his personal experience as a reference, Adeyemo urged […] FG urged to address Customs officials’ reckless use of guns against civilians Tribune Online

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6 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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6 hours ago Wike Refutes Alleged Land Grabbing In Abuja, Says No Regret Supporting Tinubu’s Govt

Former governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed allegations of land grabbing levelled against him by some Abuja’s residents. Wike, who is also the Minister of the FCT, insisted that the right things must be done, adding that those in possession of government land must do the right thing or risk their plots of […] The post Wike Refutes Alleged Land Grabbing In Abuja, Says No Regret Supporting Tinubu’s Govt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 hours ago Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warned civilians living with suspected criminals to desist from such act or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this while speaking with newsmen in Sokoto, during his visit to the Troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. […] The post Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 hours ago SAHEL CRISIS Federal Gov’t Dismisses Niger Leader’s Allegation Against Nigeria

The crisis in the Sahel region has taken a new dimension, with the Federal Government of Nigeria categorically refuting allegations by Niger Republic’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that Nigeria is colluding with France to destabilise his country. Tchiani, in a viral video, also accused Nigerians of funding Boko Haram terror group and working with […]

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20 hours ago Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harboring suspected criminals

Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warn civilians living with suspected criminals to desist from such act or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this while speaking with newsmen in Sokoto during his visit to the troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. […] The post Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harboring suspected criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 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 Sokoto airstrike: CDS warns civilians against harbouring suspected criminals

Tribune Online Sokoto airstrike: CDS warns civilians against harbouring suspected criminals The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warned civilians living with suspected criminals to desist from such acts or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this while speaking with newsmen in Sokoto during his visit to the troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. The Army, while […] Sokoto airstrike: CDS warns civilians against harbouring suspected criminals Tribune Online

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23 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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21 hours ago Nigeria Not Colluding With France To Destabilise Niger Republic, Says FG

The minister said Nigeria remains committed to fostering peace, harmony, and maintaining its historic diplomatic ties with Niger. The post Nigeria Not Colluding With France To Destabilise Niger Republic, Says FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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24 hours 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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23 hours ago Sokoto Airstrikes: CDS Insists Military Avoided Mistakes, Promises Probe

The Sokoto State Government had claimed that 10 people who lost their lives in the strikes were "innocent villagers." The post Sokoto Airstrikes: CDS Insists Military Avoided Mistakes, Promises Probe appeared first on Channels Television.

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30 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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24 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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26 hours ago Joint Probe Will Settle Sokoto Military Airstrike Controversy — Security Expert

While Sokoto State government is claiming that 10 civilians were killed in the military airstrike, the military is maintaining that those killed were identified to have links with the Lakurawa terrorist group. The post Joint Probe Will Settle Sokoto Military Airstrike Controversy — Security Expert appeared first on Channels Television.

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26 hours ago Minimum wage: Oyo leads with ₦11.9bn monthly salary commitment – Commissioner

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has topped the chart in workers’ welfare with the announcement of an 86 percent salary increment for state workers, bringing the monthly wage bill to ₦11.9 billion starting January 2025. The state’s Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday after meeting with Read More

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26 hours ago VC Tussle: UniAbuja Governing Council Assures Of Level Playing Field For All Aspirants 

The Governing Council of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a level playing field for all aspirants for the position of Vice Chancellor (VC) of the institution. The Council chaired by Air Vice Marshal Saddiq Isma’ila Kaita (rtd) reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to upholding due process in accordance with the […]

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27 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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