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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Tribune Online Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed his reservations about President Bola Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills, asserting that they are not favorable to Northern states and could have far-reaching negative consequences. Speaking on Thursday during a meeting with the Christian community in Bauchi, Mohammed stated that the reforms are designed to benefit certain […] Why Tinubu’s tax reform bills are not good for Northern states — Gov Bala Tribune Online

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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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Lagos took a different hue this festive season as a host of influential personalities, including foreign stars, descended on the city to revel in the excitement of Detty December. Detty December marks the end of the year when serious activities give way to a whirlwind of entertainment and relaxation events. This year, Lagos lived up Read More

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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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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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Governor Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir of Bauchi State, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s tax policies is anti northern Nigeria and read more President Tinubu’s tax policies is anti Northern Nigeria – Bauchi Gov Bala

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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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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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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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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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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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From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The newly appointed Managing Director of the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, Rabiu Suleiman Bichi, has said that his leadership will focus on improving food security and economic development in Northern Nigeria. In a letter of gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Bichi insisted that he would leverage the authority’s […] The post Food security, economic development my priority, says new MD of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Authority appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Tribune Online Sokoto border communities dismiss rumour of foreign security outfits in Nigeria Residents of border communities in Sokoto state has dismissed the allegations of the presence of French Army within the border area of the country. Recall that the Head of Military Junta in the Niger Republic in a recent video in circulation accused Nigeria President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and some leaders of his administration of conniving […] Sokoto border communities dismiss rumour of foreign security outfits in Nigeria Tribune Online

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Residents of border communities in Sokoto have dismissed allegations of the presence of the French Army in the area. Recall that the Head of the Military Junta in the Niger Republic, in a recently circulated video, accused President Bola Tinubu and some members of his administration of colluding with the French Army to attack Niger. Read More

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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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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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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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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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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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