1 hour ago CSO Decries Poor Funding, State Of Infrastructure At Akwa Ibom Judiciary

The Centre for Human Rights and Accountability Network (CHRAN) has expressed dismay over poor funding and decaying infrastructure crippling the Akwa Ibom judicial system. CHRAN noted that effective administration of justice could be hampered if urgent measures were not put in place to address the flaws. The CSO called on Governor Umo Emo to urgently […]

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96 minutes ago Blame Police For Deaths Of 115 Nigerians During Food Stampedes, Says Falana

He called on the Nigerian government to combat social insecurity, evident in the night rate of poverty, unemployment, hunger and illiteracy in the country. The post Blame Police For Deaths Of 115 Nigerians During Food Stampedes, Says Falana appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 hours ago Amid 5,225 delays, 190 cancellations in 2 months, NCAA demands airlines uphold passenger rights

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has raised concerns over the increasing number of flight disruptions recorded in September and October 2024, urging airlines to prioritize passenger rights and improve operational efficiency.  read more Amid 5,225 delays, 190 cancellations in 2 months, NCAA demands airlines uphold passenger rights

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2 hours ago Police Arrest Officers Demanding Money To Investigate Missing Girl In Ogun

Adejobi had earlier warned officers against using the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun’s name to perpetuate fraud, advising the public to report such cases. The post Police Arrest Officers Demanding Money To Investigate Missing Girl In Ogun appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 hours ago NCAA boss meets Nigerian airlines, laments effects of flight delays, cancellations on passengers

Tribune Online NCAA boss meets Nigerian airlines, laments effects of flight delays, cancellations on passengers Determined to tackle the menace of flight delays and cancellations by the airlines in Nigeria, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has held a crucial meeting with the airline operators and other relevant stakeholders. At a meeting held at the premises of the regulatory authority at its Lagos head office at the Murtala Muhammed Airport, […] NCAA boss meets Nigerian airlines, laments effects of flight delays, cancellations on passengers Tribune Online

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3 hours ago Police arrest officers demanding money to investigate missing girl in Ogun

Some officers attached to the Ogun State Police Command have been arrested for allegedly demanding money from the family of a missing girl before taking action on the case. The Public Relations Officer for the Nigeria Police Force, Muyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this in a post on X.com on Saturday. Although he did not reveal the Read More

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9 hours ago NIWA urges Nigerians to avoid rickety boats, calls for passage of Coastal Guards bill

By Okorie Uguru   The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has called on Nigerians to avoid using substandard and poorly maintained boats while urging the National Assembly to expedite the passage of the Coastal Guards Bill to enhance safety and security across the nation’s waterways. Speaking at a technical meeting with boat manufacturers in Abuja, […] The post NIWA urges Nigerians to avoid rickety boats, calls for passage of Coastal Guards bill appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 hours ago Sokoto Airstrike: We’ll investigate causes, ensure justice — Matawalle

Tribune Online Sokoto Airstrike: We’ll investigate causes, ensure justice — Matawalle The  Federal Government says it will conduct a thorough investigation into Wednesday’s accidental bombing that killed 10 people in  Gidan Bisa and Runtuwa villages of Silame Local Government Area. The Minister of State, Defence, Bello Matawalle, gave this indication while on a condolence visit to Governor Ahmed Aliyu in Sokoto.  He described what happened in […] Sokoto Airstrike: We’ll investigate causes, ensure justice — Matawalle Tribune Online

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15 hours ago Several Injured Korean Soldiers Died After Being Captured By Ukraine – Zelensky

Ukraine and its western allies say North Korea has sent thousands of soldiers to support Russia's army. The post Several Injured Korean Soldiers Died After Being Captured By Ukraine – Zelensky appeared first on Channels Television.

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19 hours ago Buhari calls, condoles with Jigawa’s governor over mother, son’s death

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Former President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with Governor of Jigawa State, Umar Namadi, over the death of his mother and son within 20 hours, saying the death, though painful and terrifying, is ordained by Allah. In a statement issued by his media aide, Garba Shehu, he urged him to accept […] The post Buhari calls, condoles with Jigawa’s governor over mother, son’s death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 hours ago Probe Suggests Azerbaijan Plane Crashed Due To ‘Physical External Interference’

The jet crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Wednesday, killing 38 of the 67 people on board. The post Probe Suggests Azerbaijan Plane Crashed Due To ‘Physical External Interference’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 hours ago Disruptions: 190 flights cancelled, 5,225 out of 10,804 delayed in 2 months – NCAA

By Chinelo Obogo The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has said that out of 10,804 flights operated in September and October this year, 5,225 were delayed, and 190 were cancelled. Speaking during a meeting with the Chief Executive Officers of airlines in Lagos on Friday, the Director General of NCAA, Chris Najomo, gave a further […] The post Disruptions: 190 flights cancelled, 5,225 out of 10,804 delayed in 2 months – NCAA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 hours ago Russia Declines Comment On Azerbaijani Plane Crash Until Probe Completion

The Embraer 190 aircraft was supposed to fly northwest from the Azerbaijani capital Baku to Grozny in Chechnya, southern Russia, but instead diverted far off course across the Caspian Sea. The post Russia Declines Comment On Azerbaijani Plane Crash Until Probe Completion appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 hours ago Ogun: Olabode emerges new president of National Association of Yewa Students

…calls for unity in Ogun West ahead 2027 Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The newly elected president of National Association of Yewa Students, Olabode Tayo, has called on the traditional rulers, political leaders, stakeholders and notable individuals in Ogun West Senatorial District to unite and ensure the senatorial district produces the governor in 2027. Olabode, otherwise known […] The post Ogun: Olabode emerges new president of National Association of Yewa Students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 hours ago Troops Arrest Suspected Boko Haram Terrorist In Taraba, Recover Weapons

Investigations revealed that Yakubu, a food vendor, was involved in harboring Boko Haram terrorists deployed to Taraba State for terrorist activities. The post Troops Arrest Suspected Boko Haram Terrorist In Taraba, Recover Weapons appeared first on Channels Television.

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22 hours ago Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe

Tribune Online Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe The Nigeria Customs Service Federal Operations Unit Zone A has announced that one of its officers has been detained for shooting at the vehicle of an Ogun State-based businessman, Babatunde Adeyemo. The NCS also revealed that an investigation has been launched into the incident, which occurred on December 8, 2024, at a checkpoint on the […] Customs detains officer who shot at Ogun businessman’s car, launches probe Tribune Online

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23 hours 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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27 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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28 hours ago “Nigerians Expect More Success From Tinubu Than Previous Presidents” – Laolu Akande

Former presidential aide, Laolu Akande, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to put more efforts in governing  Nigerians. Laolu, while speaking on Channels TV’s show on Thursday, noted that many citizens in the country are expecting better performance from Tinubu than his predecessors. He also urged the former Lagos State governor to leave a […] The post “Nigerians Expect More Success From Tinubu Than Previous Presidents” – Laolu Akande appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 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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33 hours ago Yuletide: Rich Nigerians Should Care For Underprivileged, Says Uzodimma 

Governor of Imo State,  Hope Uzodimma has called on the Nigerian strongmen to make it a point of duty to care for the weak in their midst just as he urged the rich to show benevolence to the poor. Speaking at St. Lima of Rose Catholic Parish, Ozuh Omuma in Orlu Diocese, in Oru east […]

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