51 minutes ago Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy

says Nigerians facing severe hardship, hunger hosts widows, elderly to Christmas party From John Adams, Minna A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC) and former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State, Hon. Jonathan Vatsa has described the current economic hardship being faced by Nigerians as severe, saying that majority of […] The post Hardship: Niger APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeals to Tinubu to take a second look at his economic policy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 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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9 hours ago FULL LIST: Edo, FCT, 10 other states to get subsidised transport fares

Tribune Online FULL LIST: Edo, FCT, 10 other states to get subsidised transport fares The Federal Government’s transport palliative initiative is set to provide subsidised fares for travelers across 12 states, including Edo and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The scheme, executed in collaboration with key transport unions and companies, aims to cushion the high cost of transportation during the festive season. The Road Transport Employees Association of Nigeria […] FULL LIST: Edo, FCT, 10 other states to get subsidised transport fares Tribune Online

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12 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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13 hours ago Kano: APC Dismisses Kwankwaso’s Threat To Reduce Party’s Influence As “Wishful Thinking”

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State has dismissed Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso’s claims that he would significantly reduce the APC’s votes in the state during the 2027 presidential elections. According to Abdullahi Abbas, the State APC Chairman, Kwankwaso’s assertion is laughable and nothing but “wishful thinking.” Abbas, in a statement on Thursday, branded Kwankwaso […] The post Kano: APC Dismisses Kwankwaso’s Threat To Reduce Party’s Influence As “Wishful Thinking” appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 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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14 hours ago 2.1 tonnes cocaine seizure: Four drug lords get 28 years in jail, forfeit VGC houses, N67m, $50,000

Tribune Online 2.1 tonnes cocaine seizure: Four drug lords get 28 years in jail, forfeit VGC houses, N67m, $50,000 FOUR drug kingpins arrested in connection with the seizure of 2,139.55 kilogrammes of cocaine at an Ikorodu residential estate in 2022 have been convicted by a Federal High Court, Lagos, presided over by Justice Yellim Bogoro, who sentenced them to various jail terms totaling 28 years with hard labour. The convicts, Soji Jubril Oke (71), […] 2.1 tonnes cocaine seizure: Four drug lords get 28 years in jail, forfeit VGC houses, N67m, $50,000 Tribune Online

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27 hours ago 2027: “Tinubu Is Doing Well, All Alliances Against Him Will End In Futility” – Doyin Okupe Tells Opposition Groups

Former Director-General of Peter Obi’s Presidential Campaign Organisation, Doyin Okupe, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his performance. Mr. Okupe claimed that it will be very  difficult for opposition parties to unseat President Tinubu in 2027, due to his current score card. The former presidential aide also noted that every alliances formed against Tinubu […] The post 2027: “Tinubu Is Doing Well, All Alliances Against Him Will End In Futility” – Doyin Okupe Tells Opposition Groups appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 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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31 hours ago Four Drug Kingpins Jailed 28 Years, To Forfeit Properties Worth Millions Of Naira 

No fewer than four drug kingpins involved in the seizure of 2,139.55 kilograms of cocaine at an Ikorodu residential estate in 2022 have been sentenced by a Federal High Court in Lagos State. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the convicts, identified as Soji Jubril Oke, Wasiu Akinade, Emmanuel Arinze Chukwu, and Kelvin Christopher Smith, a Jamaican, […] The post Four Drug Kingpins Jailed 28 Years, To Forfeit Properties Worth Millions Of Naira  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 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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32 hours ago PICTORIAL: 4 Drug Kingpins Bag 28 Years jail Term, Forfeit VGC Houses, N67m, $50,000

Four drug kingpins arrested in connection with the historic seizure of 2,139.55 kilograms of cocaine at an Ikorodu residential estate in Lagos State in 2022, have been convicted by a Federal High Court, Lagos, presided over by Justice Yellim Bogoro, who sentenced them to various jail terms totaling 28 years with hard labour. The convicts: […]

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36 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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38 hours ago Russian region declares emergency over widening Black Sea oil spill fallout

Tribune Online Russian region declares emergency over widening Black Sea oil spill fallout Authorities in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region have declared a region-wide emergency as efforts to tackle the aftermath of a devastating oil spill intensify.  The spill, which has persisted for 10 days, resulted from two ageing tankers caught in a storm on 15 December, leaving one vessel split in half and the other aground. The fallout […] Russian region declares emergency over widening Black Sea oil spill fallout Tribune Online

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39 hours ago Garcia slams Napoli President De Laurentiis over Osimhen’s contract saga

Former Napoli coach Rudi Garcia has criticised club president Aurelio De Laurentiis for his poor handling of Victor Osimhen’s contract read more Garcia slams Napoli President De Laurentiis over Osimhen’s contract saga

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