26 m. ago Boy Bajii wins Akinyemi Law Songwriting competition’s $4,000

The sixth edition of Akinyemi Law Songwriting Competition has come to a close, with Egbaji Jeremiah Otokeh aka Boy Bajii emerging as the winner, carting home a cash prize of $4,000. While Isreal Uroko aka Ejiyk took the second place, winning $750 in the process, Samuel Ademuyiwa aka Sleemsam came third and smiled away with […] The post Boy Bajii wins Akinyemi Law Songwriting competition’s $4,000 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Yoruba groups call for state Police to curb insecurity in Southwest

Tribune Online Yoruba groups call for state Police to curb insecurity in Southwest Self-determination groups in the Southwest, under the aegis of Yoruba Assembly, have expressed serious concerns over the worsening security situation in the region, stressing that the only solution to addressing cases of kidnapping, banditry, and other crimes, which have become rampant in the country, is through the establishment of State Police. Yoruba groups call for state Police to curb insecurity in Southwest Tribune Online

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2 h. ago 2027: Group vows to buy nomination form for Reps member, Abejide

Tribune Online 2027: Group vows to buy nomination form for Reps member, Abejide The Yagba Concern Youth, under the leadership of its President, Comr. Olorunsola Temitope, has declared its firm and unwavering support for Hon. Leke Abejide, who represents Yagba East, Yagba West, and Mopamuro Federal Constituency at the National Assembly. 2027: Group vows to buy nomination form for Reps member, Abejide Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Natasha: Kogi Central ‘Constituents’ Vow To Proceed With Recall, To Re

Constituents of Kogi Central Senatorial District of Kogi State have thanked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for validating 208,132 (43.86 per cent) signatures in the petition submitted for the recall of the suspended lawmaker representing the District in the National Assembly, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The constituents, who are registered voters of Kogi Central, noted […]

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5 h. ago I didn’t instigate your ouster from Senate, Akpabio tells Senator Abbo

Tribune Online I didn’t instigate your ouster from Senate, Akpabio tells Senator Abbo President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has refuted accusations that he instigated the removal of the erstwhile Senator representing Adamawa North, Elisha Abbo, from the Red Chamber. Abbo was removed following a pronouncement by the Court of Appeal, which ruled that his presence in the National Assembly was an error. I didn’t instigate your ouster from Senate, Akpabio tells Senator Abbo Tribune Online

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6 h. ago London Gatwick makes major change to 100ml liquid rules for travellers

Passengers using Gatwick Airport will no longer need to remove electrical items or place liquids in a plastic bag when read more London Gatwick makes major change to 100ml liquid rules for travellers

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8 h. ago Rivers administrator cancels MDAs’ procurement, tender processes

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has cancelled all pending procurement and tender processes carried out by Ministries, Departments, and Agencies in the state. Ibas said the cancellation became necessary following the Supreme Court judgment and the absence of an Appropriation Law within the period. This was contained in a Special Read More

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9 h. ago NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips

Tribune Online NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has expressed concern over multiple complaints regarding airlines that sell tickets to passengers and then only transport them partway to their destinations before deporting them back to Nigeria. According to a statement signed by Michael Achimugu, the Director, Consumer Protection and Public Affairs “these actions, which involve the refusal […] NCAA frowns at airlines’ boarding, deportation practices for foreign trips Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Lagos Ferry Fire Leaves Four Injured, Passengers Safely Evacuated

Four passengers were injured when fire broke out on a ferry at the Ipakodo Ferry Terminal in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State on Thursday. The ferry, which was carrying 19 passengers, caught fire under unclear circumstances, leading to panic among those aboard. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and other first responders quickly […] The post Lagos Ferry Fire Leaves Four Injured, Passengers Safely Evacuated appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago BREAKING: Petition For Recall Of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Fails Constitutional Test — INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said that the petition at its disposal to recall the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, from the 10th Senate, has not met the relevant requirement of the law. In a terse alert posted on its verified Facebook page on Thursday afternoon, INEC wrote: “The petition for the […]

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11 h. ago AMCON receives huge boost, as Arik Air airlifts 2.2m passengers in 2024, operates 10,699 Flights – NCAA Report

Arik Air in 2024, airlifted 2,239,176 passengers between January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, a report sourced from the read more AMCON receives huge boost, as Arik Air airlifts 2.2m passengers in 2024, operates 10,699 Flights – NCAA Report

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12 h. ago Deportation Of Nigerians Midway Not Acceptable, NCAA Tells International Airlines

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has threatened to sanction airlines for deporting Nigeria passengers or denying them boarding halfway to their destinations due to visa/travel restrictions. The regulatory body said the action, which is becoming rampant recently, was causing significant distress to passengers and tarnishing the reputation of the aviation industry in Nigeria and […]

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14 h. ago Crew, Passengers Evacuated On Plane’s Wing After Smoke Fills American Airlines Flight’s Cabin

A dramatic moment unfolded when crew members and passengers aboard an American Airlines regional jet were evacuated onto the wing of the plane after smoke filled the cabin upon landing at Augusta Regional Airport, Georgia, on Tuesday morning. The aircraft, American Eagle Flight 5406, operated by PSA Airlines, had departed from Charlotte Douglas International Airport […]

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14 h. ago LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, many passengers injured

By Steve Agbota Many passengers were injured and scampered for safety in the early hour of Thursday morning when a LagFerry boat, “Igbega Eko,” suddenly exploded and burst into flames while en route to Victoria Island. Confirming the fire incident to newsmen, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) said that its officers were on the […] The post LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, many passengers injured appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NCAA warns airlines against deportation of Nigerian passengers

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has cautioned international airlines on the increasing complaints from passengers who are transported halfway to their destinations, only to be deported back to Nigeria. The NCAA condemned the practice, emphasising that it has led to considerable distress for passengers and damaged the reputation of Nigeria’s aviation industry. The NCAA’s Director Read More

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15 h. ago Doctor Asks Court To Bar AG’s Firm From Representing Company In Land Dispute

A medical doctor, Ojo Ademola, has urged a Lagos State High Court in Ikeja to stop the law firm of the state’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro (SAN), from representing Starmark Finance Company Limited in a land ownership dispute. Dr Ademola is seeking a court order to compel the law firm to […]

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15 h. ago CSO Advocates Increased Budgetary Allocation For Criminal Justice System

A civil society organisation focused on public safety, security and justice, CLEEN Foundation, has called for a review and increase in budgetary allocation to ensure the effective implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Law (ACJL) in Nigeria. The group highlighted a significant disparity in funding, noting that while over N245 billion has been allocated […]

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15 h. ago Many passengers injured as LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways

Tribune Online Many passengers injured as LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways Many passengers were injured and scampered for safety when a LagFerry boat, Igbega Eko,” suddenly exploded and burst into flames while en route to Victoria Island. Confirming the fire incident to the Tribune Online on Thursday morning, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) said that its officers were on the ground to ensure that the […] Many passengers injured as LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways Tribune Online

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16 h. ago NCAA cracks down on airlines over denied boarding, deportation of Nigerians

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has vowed to take regulatory action against international airlines operating in Nigeria that engage in the practice of denying boarding or deporting Nigerian passengers due to visa or travel restrictions. This decision comes after the NCAA received several complaints about airlines selling tickets to passengers, […] The post NCAA cracks down on airlines over denied boarding, deportation of Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago NCAA to suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has said henceforth it will suspend, fine and carry out other regulatory actions against foreign read more NCAA to suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

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