78 m. ago INEC, Army strengthen ties to boost electoral credibility in Plateau

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has called for enhanced collaboration with the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division and Operation SAFE read more INEC, Army strengthen ties to boost electoral credibility in Plateau

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2 h. ago Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja At the break of dawn, Jabi Lake in Abuja usually awakens with a lively pulse. By 6 a.m., the once quiet space transforms into a buzzing hub where joggers chase their daily goal of 10,000 steps, vendors set up small stalls, and families share quality time. For many, this place isn’t […] The post Jabi Lake shutdown: FCTA’s closure threatens lives, survival of struggling Abuja community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago PICTORIAL: Police Arrest ‘Pastor’ Caught Flogging Unclad Children In Viral Video

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested 41-year-old Pastor Ifediorah Onyeibor Joseph caught on video for allegedly ‘dehumanisation and abuse’ of children during a controversial church programme in Port Harcourt. LEADERSHIP reports that the disturbing video has been circulating on social media showing at least 20 children, many unclad, kneeling, and holding palm leaves while […]

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2 h. ago Police Arrest Church Leaders Over ‘Child Flogging Video’ In Rivers

In a viral footage, a cleric whips each child multiple times before handing them over to a church member during the "spiritual cleansing". The post Police Arrest Church Leaders Over ‘Child Flogging Video’ In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago Epstein claims: Melania Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit against Hunter Biden

Tribune Online Epstein claims: Melania Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit against Hunter Biden A letter from the first lady's lawyers and addressed to an attorney for Hunter Biden demands he retract the claim and apologise, or face legal action.... Epstein claims: Melania Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit against Hunter Biden Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Obasanjo Library Demands ₦3.5bn Damages From EFCC Over Hotel Invasion

The management threatens to seek legal redress if these demands are not met within the next seven days, starting from August 13, 2025. The post Obasanjo Library Demands ₦3.5bn Damages From EFCC Over Hotel Invasion appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 h. ago Sokoto GBV team presses police, NAPTIP over child abuse case

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Chapter of the Gender-Based Violence/Child Protection Response Team (SGBV/RT) has urged the Nigeria Police and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) to end what it described as a “hide-and-seek game” and immediately prosecute Fausiyya Rabo over the alleged trafficking, abuse, and torture of […] The post Sokoto GBV team presses police, NAPTIP over child abuse case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago 70% Of Refined Petrol Importation Puts Africa At Risk – ARDA

The African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) has decried Africa’s continuous importation of over 70 per cent of its refined petroleum products, a development that threatens the continent’s energy sufficiency. The group urged oil-producing nations to prioritise adding value to oil production by refining the products. The continent, it said, relies on Europe and other […]

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3 h. ago US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

The United States has approved a potential $346 million arms deal with Nigeria, aimed at enhancing the West African nation’s read more US approves potential $346m sale of precision weapons to Nigeria

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3 h. ago Enugu police foil trafficking to Ghana, rescue two teenage girls

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Raymond Sunday Wonna, for alleged transnational human trafficking and rescued two teenage girls who were reportedly being taken to Ghana under false pretences. Police spokesman, Daniel Ndukwe, said in a statement on Thursday, August 14, 2025, that the victims, 18-year-old Miracle […] The post Enugu police foil trafficking to Ghana, rescue two teenage girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Three Arrested In Akwa Ibom Scrap Yard Raids Over Stolen Auto Parts

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended three men suspected of possessing stolen car parts and equipments. According to PUNCH Metro, operatives, following the directives of Commissioner of Police Baba Mohammed Azare, carried out raids on scrap yards in Uyo on Monday. The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated on Wednesday […] The post Three Arrested In Akwa Ibom Scrap Yard Raids Over Stolen Auto Parts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Anambra Police Arrest Six Suspected Cultists In Black Spot Raid

The Anambra State Police Command has conducted a raid on a black spot in Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area, resulting in the arrest of six suspects, including a woman. SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the spokesman for the state police command, stated in a press release on Wednesday that the operation was carried out on Tuesday […] The post Anambra Police Arrest Six Suspected Cultists In Black Spot Raid appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara

The Police Command in Kwara has confirmed the death of a man who helped a kidnap suspect to escape arrest. The Police Commissioner in Kwara, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the incident to newsmen, yesterday in Ilorin. Ojo further disclosed that a vigilante member, who sustained injuries from the incident was receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital. […] The post Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Peace Sustained In N’Delta By Armed Forces Helped Us Meet Revenue Target – FIRS

The notable rise in tax revenue from oil production activities has been closely linked to the enduring peace in the Niger Delta region. Officials have noted that the key oil-producing areas’ stable and peaceful environment has allowed companies to maximise their operations and profits. Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Zacch Adedeji has […]

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10 h. ago Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told

Tribune Online Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told Proprietor of Baptist Academy Kano, Rev Armstrong Ajayi has urged parents to allow their children to go for the courses of their choice and desist from forcing them to offer courses they dislike.  Rev Ajayi, gave the counsel at the graduation ceremony of the academy held on the school premises as part of activities marking […] Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told Tribune Online

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11 h. ago EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out

By Adebowale Johnson A non-governmental, non-profit and advocacy organization based in the United States, Tilova For Africa (TFA), has decried the increasing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, urging government to act swiftly to arrest the ugly situation. While primary education is officially free and compulsory, in the country many children, especially in the northern […] The post EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out-of-school children, vanity projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Armed Forces critical to our collecting big tax revenue – FIRS chairman

Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) chairman, Dr Zacch Adedeji, has said President Bola Tinubu’s security agenda is yielding tangible results, commending the Armed Forces and other security personnel for their dedication in securing the country. Adedeji disclosed that for the first time in a long while, FIRS has been able to meet its 2025 tax […] The post Armed Forces critical to our collecting big tax revenue – FIRS chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Police Arrest Pastor, 2 Others For Alleged Rape, Murder In Imo

Operatives of the Orlu Divisional Headquarters of Imo State Command have arrested a pastor and his accomplice over the alleged rape of a 20-year-old woman. This was made known through a statement made available to newsmen by the Imo State Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Henry Okoye, on Wednesday. Okoye explained that the 32-year-old […]

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14 h. ago Police Arrest Transnational Human Trafficking Suspect In Enugu

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old Raymond Sunday Wonna, a transnational trafficking suspect, and rescued two victims, Miracle Ogar, aged 18; and 16-year-old Angela Kingsley, all of Yala local government area of Cross River State. Spokesman of the Enugu State Police Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe said the suspect was apprehended on 30th […]

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15 h. ago We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has declared the determination of the armed forces to continue to protect and secure Nigeria’s territorial integrity and the African continent against emerging threats. He gave the assurance at a media briefing on the forthcoming Maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit […] The post We’ll protect Nigeria, Africa against emerging threats – CDS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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