3 hours ago Lokpobiri visits fuel stations in Bayelsa, assures of product availability

The Minister of State Petroleum (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, has visited fuel stations in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa state, to monitor the availability of petroleum products. A statement sent to PUNCH Online on Saturday noted that Lokpobiri arrived at the Bayelsa State International Airport, Amassoma, at about 11.30 a.m. and headed straight to the Read More

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8 hours ago Troops Arrest 2 Terrorists’ Logistics Couriers, 256 Others, Kill 148 In 1 Week

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops on internal operations arrested two ammunition couriers working for terrorists, 256 others and killed another 148 terrorists within the last one week. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, in a statement on Saturday, said troops rescued 291 hostages, arrested 51 suspected oil thieves and recovered stolen […]

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15 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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5 hours ago NCAA meets stakeholders, moves to tackle flight disruptions, operational challenges

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has met with stakeholders in the industry to address long-standing challenges in the aviation industry read more NCAA meets stakeholders, moves to tackle flight disruptions, operational challenges

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9 hours ago Military airstrike not responsible for death of civilians in Sokoto — DHQ

Tribune Online Military airstrike not responsible for death of civilians in Sokoto — DHQ The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that the death of 10 villagers in Sokoto was not directly caused by a military airstrike, but rather by a secondary explosion triggered by the destruction of a terrorist logistics base. According to Maj-Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, the airstrike was a precision-guided operation targeting the […] Military airstrike not responsible for death of civilians in Sokoto — DHQ Tribune Online

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5 hours ago Insecurity: Troops dislocating support base of terrorists, violent extremists nationwide — DHQ

Tribune Online Insecurity: Troops dislocating support base of terrorists, violent extremists nationwide — DHQ •as troops intercept two ammunition couriers in North Central The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Saturday said that the Armed Forces is through its operations turning the tide against terrorists and violent extremists across the country as the support base of the groups are equally being dislocated as a result of the ongoing operations. This was […] Insecurity: Troops dislocating support base of terrorists, violent extremists nationwide — DHQ Tribune Online

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11 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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5 hours ago NNPC employments, appointments not influenced by ethnicity, religion – Spokesperson

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) has refuted recent claims suggesting that its employment practices and leadership appointments are influenced by ethnicity, religion, or political affiliation. This response comes in the wake of an article by Farooq Kperogi, which raised concerns about the impact of ethnicity on the leadership structure of […] The post NNPC employments, appointments not influenced by ethnicity, religion – Spokesperson appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 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 Two soldiers killed as troops neutralise ESN fighters, recover weapons in Imo

By John Ogunsemore Troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade, Nigerian Army have neutralised members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), during operations in Osina, Ideato North Local Government Area of Imo State. Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 34 Artillery Brigade, Captain Joseph Akubo […] The post Two soldiers killed as troops neutralise ESN fighters, recover weapons in Imo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 hours ago Police arrest officers for demanding money to facilitate tracking of missing Ogun girl

By John Ogunsemore The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said some policemen in Ogun State have been arrested for demanding money before facilitating the tracking of a missing seven-year-old girl, Mercy Akande. Adejobi disclosed this on Saturday. Akande is the daughter of a female Point-of-Sale (PoS) operator reported missing after being allegedly […] The post Police arrest officers for demanding money to facilitate tracking of missing Ogun girl appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 hours ago Lokpobiri visits fuel stations in Bayelsa, assures Nigerians of product availability

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Minister of State for Petroleum (Oil), Heineken Lokpobiri, has toured fuel stations in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State, to monitor the availability of petroleum products. Lokpobiri arrived at the Bayelsa State International Airport, Amassoma, at about 11:30 a.m. and proceeded directly to the Rain Oil filling station at Etegwe, […] The post Lokpobiri visits fuel stations in Bayelsa, assures Nigerians of product availability appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 hours ago Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers –DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), has said its airstrike in Sokoto State on Christmas Day, targeted  only the Lakurawa terrorists group and its logistics base, leading to secondary explosion that allegedly killed some villagers. The Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, who made this known, explained that the location was […] The post Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers –DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 hours ago Pan Igbo youth group hails NNPCL, another over increased crude oil production

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia A Pan Igbo Development Youths group, Ndigbo Progressive Youth Coalition (NPYC), has commended the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mr Mele Kolo Kyari for ensuring the company increases the country’s crude oil production output. The group equally commended the Management of Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria […] The post Pan Igbo youth group hails NNPCL, another over increased crude oil production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 hours ago Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has maintained that its airstrike in Sokoto State on Christmas Day targeted only the Lakurawa terrorist group and its logistics base leading to a secondary explosion that allegedly killed some villagers. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, who made this known, explained that […] The post Secondary explosion, not military airstrike killed Sokoto villagers – DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 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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37 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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8 hours ago Why construction of Ilorin Palace pavilion became imperative — Senator Mustapha

Tribune Online Why construction of Ilorin Palace pavilion became imperative — Senator Mustapha Senator representing Kwara Central Senatorial District, Senator Saliu Mustapha has revealed the motivation behind his facilitation of the construction of a state-of-the-art pavilion at the Emir of Ilorin, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari palace. Speaking through his aide, Alabi Abdulkareem, during a phone-in programme on an Ilorin-based radio station, Sobi FM on Friday, Senator Mustapha stated that […] Why construction of Ilorin Palace pavilion became imperative — Senator Mustapha Tribune Online

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37 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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9 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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41 hours ago Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has warned civilians living with suspected criminals to desist from such act or face the consequences of their actions. He stated this while speaking with newsmen in Sokoto, during his visit to the Troops of Operation FASAN YANMA at 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto. […] The post Sokoto airstrike: CDS urges civilians to avoid harbouring suspected criminals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 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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12 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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12 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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12 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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14 hours ago Bloomberg: For Nigerians, price of rice now barometer of how their government is faltering

The price for a key ingredient to make Nigeria’s favorite jollof rice dish more than doubled to a record this read more Bloomberg: For Nigerians, price of rice now barometer of how their government is faltering

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19 hours ago I hope my feat inspires more Africans to pursue higher education —Babatunde, first African PhD in Environmental Science, Western Illinois University

Tribune Online I hope my feat inspires more Africans to pursue higher education —Babatunde, first African PhD in Environmental Science, Western Illinois University Samuel Babatunde is the first African and second international student to bag a PhD in Environmental Science at Western Illinois University since it was established 125 years ago. In this interview with IFEDAYO OGUNYEMI, he speaks on his drive, the challenges he overcame, and what this feat means to Africans Nigerians and Africans. How does […] I hope my feat inspires more Africans to pursue higher education —Babatunde, first African PhD in Environmental Science, Western Illinois University Tribune Online

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19 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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20 hours ago Afe Babalola, Olanipekun, 23 others get N1.1bn professional fees from FG

The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Justice, has paid approximately N1.1bn as professional fees to prominent Nigerian lawyers, Chief Afe Babalola, SAN, Wole Olanipekun, SAN, and 23 other law firms over a period of three years. This revelation emerged from an analysis of data provided by GovSpend, a civic tech platform that tracks and Read More

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21 hours ago Nigerians killed regularly in S’Africa without justice – Community president

President of the Nigerian Citizens Association in South Africa, Frank Onyewekelu, speaks with BIODN BUSARI on the recent killing of his compatriot among other issues facing Nigerian nationals in the country A Nigerian, Mr Julius Chukwunta, was recently killed in South Africa. Can you explain the circumstances surrounding his death? Mr Chukwunta was a Nigerian Read More

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