36 minutes ago Publish your assets, Shettima, others should follow, SERAP urges Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the Code of Conduct Bureau to publish his declared assets. SERAP also urged Tinubu to encourage Vice-President Kashim Shettima, ministers, state governors, and National Assembly leaders to follow suit. This was stated in a press release shared on Sunday but dated Read More

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3 hours ago Troops Neutralize 148 Terrorists, Arrest 256 Suspects, Recover Weapons In One Week – DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that troops conducting internal security operations have neutralized 148 terrorists within one week. They also arrested two ammunition couriers linked to terrorists and detained 256 other suspects. In a statement released on Saturday, DHQ spokesperson Edward Buba said the military also rescued 291 hostages, arrested 51 suspected oil thieves, […] The post Troops Neutralize 148 Terrorists, Arrest 256 Suspects, Recover Weapons In One Week – DHQ appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 hours ago Factory Closure: Northern Industrialists, SMEs’ Operators Ask FG, States To End Power, Security Crises

Industrialists and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operators in Northern Nigeria have appealed to the federal and state governments to implement business-friendly policies and programmes to keep their organisations afloat and avert the closure of more firms in the incoming year. They particularly asked the two tiers of government to address the lingering electricity  crisis […]

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29 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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8 hours ago This war is not for the extermination of the Igbos, it is for the federal unity of Nigeria and the happiness and prosperity of its people

Tribune Online This war is not for the extermination of the Igbos, it is for the federal unity of Nigeria and the happiness and prosperity of its people CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK Broadcast by Chief Obafemi Awolowo as Nigeria’s Commissioner for Finance and Vice Chairman of the Federal Executive during the Biafran War. The speech was delivered on 1st October, 1967. With regard to the first line of approach, it will interest you to know that, ever since the launching of the military […] This war is not for the extermination of the Igbos, it is for the federal unity of Nigeria and the happiness and prosperity of its people Tribune Online

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8 hours ago Pardoned Osun chicken thief, collaborator to leave prison tomorrow ―Source

Tribune Online Pardoned Osun chicken thief, collaborator to leave prison tomorrow ―Source Indications have emerged that the documents for the release of convicted chicken thief, Segun Olowookere, and his collaborator, Sunday Morakinyo, who were recently pardoned by the Osun State governor, Ademola Adeleke, would be perfected on Monday. This, it was gathered, would allow the duo to return to the hometown in Okuku the same day or […] Pardoned Osun chicken thief, collaborator to leave prison tomorrow ―Source Tribune Online

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8 hours ago 2025: Economy will face sluggish growth, create tension, food shortage

Tribune Online 2025: Economy will face sluggish growth, create tension, food shortage Primate Elijah Ayodele is the founder and spiritual head of Inri Evangelical Spiritual Church, Lagos. In this interview, the popular seer speaks on what Nigeria and the world should expect in 2025 and beyond. LET’S start with your general outlook for 2025. What do you foresee? The year 2025 will be a critical one for […] 2025: Economy will face sluggish growth, create tension, food shortage Tribune Online

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16 hours ago US: Footage shows New York officers beating black prisoner before death

Tribune Online US: Footage shows New York officers beating black prisoner before death Newly released bodycam footage has revealed a disturbing incident involving New York corrections officers beating a handcuffed inmate, 43-year-old Robert Brooks, who died the following morning. The footage, made public on Friday by New York Attorney General Letitia James, captured the events leading to Brooks’ death at the Marcy Correctional Facility in upstate New York […] US: Footage shows New York officers beating black prisoner before death Tribune Online

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11 hours ago I used rags, tissue paper as sanitary pads – Founder, HopeForHer Foundation

In this interview with TEMITOPE ADETUNJI, Enyia Chiamaka shares how the loss of her mother and her struggles with menstrual health inspired her to found HopeForHer Humanitarian Foundation, a non-governmental organisation that has reached over 3,000 girls, providing menstrual hygiene education and free sanitary pads What life experience inspired your dedication to menstrual health awareness Read More

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23 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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16 hours ago I will continue sponsoring students abroad for postgraduate studies, says Deputy Senate President

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin has expressed assurance that he will continue to sponsor qualified students from the state for higher studies abroad. Jibrin disclosed this on Saturday during a farewell ceremony organised for 70 students travelling abroad for their postgraduate studies in different fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics Engineering, […] The post I will continue sponsoring students abroad for postgraduate studies, says Deputy Senate President appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 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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33 hours ago Burna Boy using influence to keep Speed Darlington in police custody, lawyer claims

Stan Alieke, the lawyer to controversial rapper, Darlington Achakpo, aka Speed Darlington/Akpi, has alleged that popular singer, Burna Boy, is using his influence to keep his client in police custody despite a court ruling ordering his release. In an interview with Saturday Beats, he said, “There is no gainsaying that there are a lot of Read More

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22 hours ago Land dispute: Delta monarch urges communities to respect court judgements

The traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Delta State, HRM Obi Ifechukwude Okonjo, has called on communities to respect court judgements concerning disputed lands. The monarch made this statement on Saturday in a clarification issued in a release signed by the Palace Secretary, Prince Ifeakanachukwu Emordi, and made available to journalists in Asaba, the Delta Read More

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27 hours ago Yuletide: FRSC seeks Anambra monarch’s collaboration to enhance road safety

The Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Anambra State, Corps Commander Joyce Alexander, has paid a courtesy visit to the Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Alfred Achebe. Alexander expressed her gratitude for the warm reception and thanked the monarch for his ongoing support of FRSC in Anambra State. In a press Read More

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29 hours ago Ibadan stampede: Organizers are innocent, let them go — Primate Ayodele begs FG

Tribune Online Ibadan stampede: Organizers are innocent, let them go — Primate Ayodele begs FG The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has pleaded with the Federal Government of Nigeria to let go of the organisers of the Ibadan children’s Christmas party that led to a stampede, killing more than 30 children. The organisers, Oriyomi Hamzat and Ooni’s Ex-wife, Olori Naomi Silekunola have been arrested and are […] Ibadan stampede: Organizers are innocent, let them go — Primate Ayodele begs FG Tribune Online

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31 hours ago BUDGET DEFENCE CSOs Charge Lawmakers To Grill 541 MDAs, Check Leakages

Ahead of their resumption from the Christmas and New Year holidays in January, the Senate and the House of Representatives have been urged to thoroughly scrutinise next year’s N47.9 trillion federal budget to check leakages, duplication of projects and frivolous requests by ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs). Leaders of some major civil society organisations (CSOs) […]

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33 hours ago Empowering African Boards: Strengthening Digital Resilience Through Tabletop Exercises

Digital transformation across Africa has ushered in tremendous opportunities, but it has also exposed organisations to escalating digital threats, including read more Empowering African Boards: Strengthening Digital Resilience Through Tabletop Exercises

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33 hours ago 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list

The London-based New African magazine on Friday released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year. Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman […] The post 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024: Lookman joins Tinubu, Dangote on prestigious list appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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