1 hour ago 2024 in review: A look at 10 changes to Canada’s international student route

Canada introduced 7major changes to its intl student route in 2024 which aligns with the govt’s aim of scaling back temporary residents. read more 2024 in review: A look at 10 changes to Canada’s international student route

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64 minutes ago Shettima apologises, commiserates with victims of military airstrike in Sokoto

Pays condolence visit to Namadi in Jigawa over demise of mother, son From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has apologised to the families and people of Sokoto for the death of some villagers who reportedly lost their lives on December 25, 2024, when the military targeted a logistics base of the Lakurawa insurgent […] The post Shettima apologises, commiserates with victims of military airstrike in Sokoto appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 hours 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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1 hour ago Through the lens and in heels: Redefining power and storytelling in Nigeria

Gosh, what a remarkable year 2024 has been. With my Canon camera in hand, I’ve travelled from the sunlit beaches read more Through the lens and in heels: Redefining power and storytelling in Nigeria

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4 hours ago Putin Apologises To Azerbaijan Without Claiming Responsibility In Plane Crash

The Russian leader called his Azerbaijani counterpart Ilham Aliyev, apologising the incident took place in Russian airspace. The post Putin Apologises To Azerbaijan Without Claiming Responsibility In Plane Crash appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 hours ago Sokoto gov signs N526bn 2025 budget into law, promises developmental projects

Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has signed the 2025 appropriation bill into law, reiterating his commitment to delivering more developmental projects and improving the lives of citizens across the state. Aliyu, speaking during the signing ceremony on Friday, described the implementation of the 2024 budget as a resounding success, emphasising his administration’s resolve to Read More

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6 hours ago Several Airlines Cancel Flights To Russia After Azerbaijan Airlines Crash

Moscow has declined to comment on reports the plane could have been accidentally shot down by its air defence. The post Several Airlines Cancel Flights To Russia After Azerbaijan Airlines Crash appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 hours ago Dr Enenche, Wife Support 540 Widows With Christmas Food Donations In Abuja

Five thousand people, including 540 widows, have received free welfare support from Paul Enenche, the senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, and his wife, Mrs. Becky Enenche, in the Federal Capital Territory. According to a statement shared with PUNCH Online on Saturday, the church’s Welfare Department coordinated the programme, which took place on Friday. […] The post Dr Enenche, Wife Support 540 Widows With Christmas Food Donations In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 hours ago Lawyer Alleges Burna Boy Using Influence To Prolong Speed Darlington’s Detention Despite Court Order

Stan Alieke, the lawyer representing rapper Speed Darlington, has accused singer Burna Boy of leveraging his influence to keep his client in police detention, despite a court order for his release. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, Alieke alleged that powerful individuals were involved in the case. He argued that if Burna Boy believed […] The post Lawyer Alleges Burna Boy Using Influence To Prolong Speed Darlington’s Detention Despite Court Order appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 hours ago Minister inaugurates 300KVA transformer to boost power supply in Enugu

Pledges more people-oriented projects By Adewale Sanyaolu As part of efforts to support rural electrification and community development, foremost downstream player in the oil and gas sector/ Chief Executive Officer of Second Coming Nigeria Limited, Dr.Basil Ogbuanu, on Saturday donated a 300KVA transformer in Onu-Orie, Obuno autonomous Community in Akpugo within Nkanu West Local Government […] The post Minister inaugurates 300KVA transformer to boost power supply in Enugu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 hours ago South Korea Prosecutors Say Yoon Authorised ‘Shooting’ During Martial Law Bid

An anti-Yoon crowd was gathered nearby holding signs such as: "A new leader for the new year" and "Arrest Yoon Suk Yeol", with many singing along to K-pop songs and John Lennon's "Imagine". The post South Korea Prosecutors Say Yoon Authorised ‘Shooting’ During Martial Law Bid appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 hours ago Stampede: “Organisers Haven’t Done Anything Wrong” – Primate Ayodele Seeks Release Of Popular Broadcaster, Ex Ooni’s Queen

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has appealed to Nigeria government to release the organisers of the Ibadan children’s Christmas party, where  35 lives were lost. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that former Ooni Ife’s wife, Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi, and popular broadcaster, Oriyomi Hazmat, were arrested over the unfortunate incident […] The post Stampede: “Organisers Haven’t Done Anything Wrong” – Primate Ayodele Seeks Release Of Popular Broadcaster, Ex Ooni’s Queen appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 hours 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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4 hours ago Portable Accuses VeryDarkMan Of Alleged Theft Of ₦160m NGO Funds, Demands Wrestling Duel

Nigerian singer Portable has issued a stern warning to VeryDarkMan over allegations of mismanaging ₦160 million donated to his non-governmental organization, Martins Vincent Otse Initiative. This follows VeryDarkMan’s claim that hackers stole ₦160 million from his NGO’s website, leaving only ₦20 million untouched. Portable, known for his outspoken nature, has challenged VeryDarkMan to a wrestling […] The post Portable Accuses VeryDarkMan Of Alleged Theft Of ₦160m NGO Funds, Demands Wrestling Duel appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 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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4 hours ago “This Might Be My Last Studio Album” – Tiwa Savage Hints At Retirement

Renowned Afrobeat singer Tiwa Savage has suggested that she may be stepping away from her music career. The mother of one shared the news on her Instagram story section on Friday. The singer revealed she is currently working on what could be her final studio album. READ MORE: Actor Alex Cross, Wife Embrace Parenthood With […] The post “This Might Be My Last Studio Album” – Tiwa Savage Hints At Retirement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 hours ago Report Misconduct Of Police Officers To Their Superiors, NPF Tell Public

The Nigeria Police Force assured all Nigerians of its commitment to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. The post Report Misconduct Of Police Officers To Their Superiors, NPF Tell Public appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 hours ago ‘You Can’t Be President Of Only Yoruba’ – Northern Leaders Criticize Tinubu’s Insistence On Tax Bills

Northern leaders, including members of the National Assembly, the League of Northern Democrats, and the Northern Elders’ Forum, have expressed strong disapproval of President Bola Tinubu’s declaration on tax reform bills. During his maiden media chat, Tinubu acknowledged that the bills might not be widely accepted, but maintained that there will be no reversal on […] The post ‘You Can’t Be President Of Only Yoruba’ – Northern Leaders Criticize Tinubu’s Insistence On Tax Bills appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 hours ago What winning American Institute of Architects award means to my career —Olumuyiwa Oguntolu

Tribune Online What winning American Institute of Architects award means to my career —Olumuyiwa Oguntolu Olumuyiwa Oguntolu, who started at the Yaba College of Technology, is currently making waves in the United States where he won the American Institute of Architects (AIA) first prize for his architectural designs, earlier in the year. He speaks with SAM NWAOKO on his career and sundry issues. After you earned an associate degree in […] What winning American Institute of Architects award means to my career —Olumuyiwa Oguntolu Tribune Online

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6 hours ago I Narrowly Escaped Death In Israeli Strikes On Yemen Airport – WHO Chief

Ghebreyesus also stressed that the protection for civilian installations under international law must be respected. The post I Narrowly Escaped Death In Israeli Strikes On Yemen Airport – WHO Chief appeared first on Channels Television.

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21 hours ago ‘Secondary Explosions, Not Airstrikes, Killed 10 Civilians in Sokoto’ – Defence Headquarters

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that the death of 10 civilians in Sokoto State was caused by secondary explosions, not direct military airstrikes. This explanation comes after the Sokoto State government reported that two military fighter jets mistakenly dropped bombs on Gidan Bisa village, Silame Local Government Area, killing at least 10 civilians on […] The post ‘Secondary Explosions, Not Airstrikes, Killed 10 Civilians in Sokoto’ – Defence Headquarters appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 hours ago NCAA Demands Airlines Uphold Passengers Rights Amidst Flight Cancellations, Delays

It vowed to address the causes of these disruptions and crack down on passengers’ unruly behaviour at airports. The post NCAA Demands Airlines Uphold Passengers Rights Amidst Flight Cancellations, Delays appeared first on Channels Television.

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24 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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7 hours ago “Fear The Loyalty Of A Poor Man” – Blord Accuses Verydarkman Of Theft Over Missing NGO Funds

Nigerian entrepreneur Linus Williams, popularly known as Blord, has criticised media personality VeryDarkMan after N160 million mysteriously disappeared from his NGO’s (Non-Governmental Organization) account. In an Instagram update on Friday, VDM revealed that hackers had compromised the website set up for the NGO, leading to the unauthorized withdrawal of the funds. He shared that a […] The post “Fear The Loyalty Of A Poor Man” – Blord Accuses Verydarkman Of Theft Over Missing NGO Funds appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 hours ago Zelensky Calls For ‘Thorough Investigation’ Into Azerbaijan Airlines Crash

The Ukrainian President also addressed reports the plane was hit by a Russian air defence missile, pointing to "clear visual evidence" of Russian involvement. The post Zelensky Calls For ‘Thorough Investigation’ Into Azerbaijan Airlines Crash appeared first on Channels Television.

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10 hours ago Plateau: Police apprehends 859 suspects, recovered 27 arms, 115 ammunition in 2024

NPF, Plateau State Command, has said they have made a significant stride in the fight against crimes and criminality for the year 2024. read more Plateau: Police apprehends 859 suspects, recovered 27 arms, 115 ammunition in 2024

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28 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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10 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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30 hours 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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11 hours ago NSCDC Arrests Lagos Mechanic In Ogun For Dismantling Stolen Car To Sell Parts

The Ogun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has apprehended a 27-year-old automobile technician, Abiodun Ajao. He was accused of stealing and dismantling a customer’s vehicle with the license plate Lagos BDG 956-FJ. Dyke Ogbonnaya, the Public Relations Officer of the Ogun NSCDC Command, confirmed this in a statement issued on […] The post NSCDC Arrests Lagos Mechanic In Ogun For Dismantling Stolen Car To Sell Parts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 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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11 hours ago 190 Domestic Flights Cancelled In Two Months, 5,225 Delayed – NCAA Reveals

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), on Friday, expressed concern over the high rate of flight delays and cancellations in the country. According to the Acting Director-General of NCAA, Chris Najomo, a total of “190 domestic flights” were cancelled between September and October 2024, while “5,225 flights” were delayed. Najomo revealed that in September 2024, […] The post 190 Domestic Flights Cancelled In Two Months, 5,225 Delayed – NCAA Reveals appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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34 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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11 hours ago NCC Gives MTN Green Light To Disconnect Exchange Telecommunications Over Unpaid Debt

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has given the green light for MTN Nigeria to disconnect Exchange Telecommunications Limited from its network due to unpaid interconnect charges. This decision was made after Exchange Telecommunications failed to provide sufficient justification for non-payment of the interconnect charges. According to Reuben Muoka, NCC’s Director of Public Affairs, Exchange Telecommunications […] The post NCC Gives MTN Green Light To Disconnect Exchange Telecommunications Over Unpaid Debt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 hours ago “Police Defying Court Order To Release Speed Darlington” – Adeyanju Alleges

Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has alleged that the Nigerian police are stalling the release of rapper Speed Darlington, despite a federal high court order. The rapper was arrested on November 27 during a performance at a show in Owerri, Imo State. He was accused of cyberstalking Grammy-winning artist Burna Boy. Adeyanju and Stan Alieke, […] The post “Police Defying Court Order To Release Speed Darlington” – Adeyanju Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 hours ago How Lookman, Nnadozie, Falcons, tweaked Nigeria’s football narrative in 2024

Niccolò Machiavelli, a Florentine diplomat, author, philosopher, once postulated, “The end justifies the means”, arguing that if a goal is read more How Lookman, Nnadozie, Falcons, tweaked Nigeria’s football narrative in 2024

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36 hours ago Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV

The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old kidnapping and armed robbery suspect, Pablo Mamu, originally from Delta State but operating in communities within the Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that operatives recovered a locally-made pistol, one 9mm live ammunition, eight […] The post Police Capture Suspected Kidnapper In Anambra, Recover Weapons, Stolen SUV appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 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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36 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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17 hours ago IPADA Initiative 2024 showcases Africa, creates business opportunities

By Okorie Uguru   The 10-day IPADA Initiative festival 2024 which started at the beginning of the month has ended. It was marked with fanfare at the La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort, Ikegun in Lagos. Participants who attended the inaugural edition from different parts of the world experienced rich African culture on display, and also […] The post IPADA Initiative 2024 showcases Africa, creates business opportunities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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