72 minutes ago ‘How can a building be marked for demolition without having been subjected it to any test?’: Residents accuse govt agency, landlords, property developers of extortion, harassment

Tribune Online ‘How can a building be marked for demolition without having been subjected it to any test?’: Residents accuse govt agency, landlords, property developers of extortion, harassment SUBAIR MOHAMMED writes on the alleged extortion racket involving Lagos landlords and a government agency. RESIDENTS of Apapa Road in Lagos Mainland Local Government Area of Lagos State have accused the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) of allegedly colluding with some influential individuals to forcibly evacuate and demolish buildings which they occupy as tenants. […] ‘How can a building be marked for demolition without having been subjected it to any test?’: Residents accuse govt agency, landlords, property developers of extortion, harassment Tribune Online

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11 hours ago Sokoto Strikes: DHQ’s Clarification Doesn’t Address ‘Core Issue’ Of Civilians Killing – Security Expert

Adamu said that even though the DHQ's explanation has brought a bit of clarity, it is yet to address the issue of killing of innocent civilians. The post Sokoto Strikes: DHQ’s Clarification Doesn’t Address ‘Core Issue’ Of Civilians Killing – Security Expert appeared first on Channels Television.

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56 minutes ago If polio vaccination since 1987 was to sterilise people, Nigeria’s population would not be 250 million today —Rotary’s polio coordinator, Olayiwole

Tribune Online If polio vaccination since 1987 was to sterilise people, Nigeria’s population would not be 250 million today —Rotary’s polio coordinator, Olayiwole Mr Gbenga Olayiwole, the National Programme Coordinator for Rotary International’s Polio Plus Programme in Nigeria and a member of the National Polio Emergency Operations Centre (EOC), at a symposium organised by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Budget, the National Guild of Editors and the Diamond Award for […] If polio vaccination since 1987 was to sterilise people, Nigeria’s population would not be 250 million today —Rotary’s polio coordinator, Olayiwole Tribune Online

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2 hours ago Presidency, Sokoto Border Communities Dismiss Niger’s Allegations Against Nigeria

The Presidency has dismissed accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that President Bola Tinubu was collaborating with France to destabilise his country. The special adviser to the president on policy communication, Daniel Bwala, described the claims as baseless and divisive in a video shared on his verified X account. “The choice of language […]

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2 hours ago Rivers has most appointees in Tinubu’s govt, Wike fires back at critics

Tribune Online Rivers has most appointees in Tinubu’s govt, Wike fires back at critics Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has fired back at some of his critics in Rivers State who claimed he has not attracted any projects to Rivers State as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Speaking at the Ahoada East and Ahoada West PDP End of Year thanksgiving held in Ochigna town […] Rivers has most appointees in Tinubu’s govt, Wike fires back at critics Tribune Online

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3 hours ago Qubetics Raises $7.9M with 2 Days Left for 10% Discount as Cardano Eyes $6 and Immutable X Expands in NFTs – Top Altcoins to Join This Month

Ever thought about which altcoins are worth considering this month? Cardano’s latest advancements and Immutable X’s progress in the NFT gaming space are making headlines. But Qubetics ($TICS) is gaining momentum with innovative solutions that address challenges many earlier projects couldn’t handle. Right now, Qubetics’ 14th presale stage is coming to a close, and there Read More

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9 hours ago Allegation Of Nigeria, France Collusion To Destabilise Niger Baseless — Presidency

The Presidency has again rejected accusations by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, alleging collaboration between President Bola Tinubu with France to destabilise his country. Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, in a video shared on his verified X account, described the claims as baseless and divisive. “The choice of language […]

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11 hours ago Nigeria explores trade, investment, infrastructure collaboration with Saudi Arabia

Nigeria has taken a significant step toward bolstering its economic ties with Saudi Arabia, aimed at deepening cooperation across trade, read more Nigeria explores trade, investment, infrastructure collaboration with Saudi Arabia

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13 hours ago Abia Govt gives reasons for recovery of schools handed over to missions

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Government has given reasons it embarked on the recovery of some schools handed over to missions and churches in the state. The administration of former Governor Theodore Orji had handed over the schools previously owned by missions back to them for anticipated effective running. However, recently, Abia Government began […] The post Abia Govt gives reasons for recovery of schools handed over to missions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 hours ago NEC gives Edo govt, police 14 days ultimatum to vacate NLC secretariat

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The National Executive Council (NEC) of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Edo State government and the state Commissioner of Police 14 days ultimatum to vacate the secretariat of the Edo State chapter of the NLC or face a legal action. The ultimatum is contained in a communique issued […] The post NEC gives Edo govt, police 14 days ultimatum to vacate NLC secretariat appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 hours ago Stampedes: Hunger epidemic looms as Nigeria’s poverty rate hits 40.7 percent – Labour Party

Says Tinubu economy reforms exacerbating hardship From Sola Ojo, Abuja The National Secretary of the Labour Party, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim, has sounded the alarm on Nigeria’s escalating hunger crisis, citing a poverty rate of 40.7% and a staggering 87 million Nigerians living below the poverty line. This comes on the heels of a string […] The post Stampedes: Hunger epidemic looms as Nigeria’s poverty rate hits 40.7 percent – Labour Party appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 hours ago Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram

Tribune Online Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram The League of Northern Democrats (LND) has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the Federal Government’s response to accusations made by Niger’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tiani, concerning Nigeria’s alleged collaboration with France in destabilising the Sahel region. In a strongly worded statement on Friday, the LND, through its spokesperson Dr Ladan Salihu, criticised the government for […] Northern group demands answers on flow of sophisticated weapons to Boko Haram Tribune Online

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18 hours 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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18 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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20 hours ago Ondo AG Decries State Properties In Private Hands 1 Year After Akeredolu’s Death

  Ondo State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, has raised an alarm over the alarming state of public properties in private hands, a year after the demise of the former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN. LEADERSHIP recalls that Arakunrin Akerdodulu died a year ago subsequent upon which the incumbent, Hon. Lucky […]

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20 hours ago Tinubu Congratulates Minister Sununu On Conferment Of Danmadin Yauri Title

President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Tanko Yusuf Sununu on his installation with the traditional title of Danmadin Yauri by His Royal Highness, Dr Muhammed Zayyanu Abdullahi, the Emir of Yauri in Kebbi State. Tinubu, in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo […]

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21 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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22 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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28 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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30 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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