1 hour ago Terrorism: 888 Suspects Acquitted, 742 Convicted Since 2017 — Federal Gov’t

The Federal Government has subjected 1,743 suspected terrorists to trial in six phases since 2017 to date. A total of 742 convictions were secured, while 888 suspects have been discharged and acquitted due to lack of evidence, among other reasons. Meanwhile, 92 trials have been adjourned to future dates. The Director of Public Prosecution of […]

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1 hour ago How I had appendicitis surgery while three months pregnant — Wizkid’s partner, Jada Pollock

Tribune Online How I had appendicitis surgery while three months pregnant — Wizkid’s partner, Jada Pollock Jada Pollock, a renowned music executive and talent manager, has disclosed a life-threatening health challenge she faced earlier this year while three months pregnant. In a post shared on her X account on Monday, Pollock recounted being rushed to the hospital for an emergency appendicitis surgery, describing it as the most frightening experience of her […] How I had appendicitis surgery while three months pregnant — Wizkid’s partner, Jada Pollock Tribune Online

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2 hours ago Yuletide : Protect our sweepers, bag your waste, LAWMA urges Lagosians

The Lagos Waste Management Authority has called on motorists to exercise caution and patience while driving, especially during the festive season, to ensure the safety of its sanitation workers. The agency also urged residents to properly bagg and containerise their waste. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, made the appeal on Monday at Read More

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2 hours ago Kano govt outlaws marriages between intending couples with similar sickle cell causing genotypes

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Kano State government has prohibted marriages between intending couples with similar genotypes that could lead to the birth of children with sickle cell anaemia. A statement by the Director General, Media and Publicity to the State Governor,  Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa said on Monday that the policy was intended to […] The post Kano govt outlaws marriages between intending couples with similar sickle cell causing genotypes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 hours ago 3,500 lives saved from emergency evacuation in FCT in 2024 – Ag. DG FEMD

Launches “Operation Eagle Eye” to promote road safety during yuletide From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) on Monday disclosed that it successfully rescued over 3,500 lives from various emergencies through 165 calls on its 112 emergency toll-free number. Acting Director-General of FEMD, Abdulrahman Mohammed, made the disclosure while giving […] The post 3,500 lives saved from emergency evacuation in FCT in 2024 – Ag. DG FEMD appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 hours ago Building Collapse: 4 Lives Lost, 105 Rescued In FCT In 2024, Says FEMD

The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has said that 105 persons were rescued, while four lives were lost following several incidents of building collapse across the Territory in 2024. The acting director-general of FEMD, Engr. Abdulrahman Mohammed, revealed the details during a press briefing on Monday in Abuja. He noted that the collapses […]

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3 hours ago EPL: Arsenal winger Saka out for ‘many weeks’ with hamstring injury – Arteta

By Seyi Babalola Arsenal winger, Bukayo Saka will be sidelined for “a number of weeks” due to a hamstring injury sustained during Arsenal’s 5-1 win over Crystal Palace, according to manager Mikel Arteta on Monday. When asked at a press conference about the condition of the 23-year-old England international, Arteta responded: “It’s not looking promising. […] The post EPL: Arsenal winger Saka out for ‘many weeks’ with hamstring injury – Arteta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 hours ago JUST IN: Court grants Speed Darlington bail after one month in detention

Popular controversial rapper, Darlington Okoye, aka Speed Darlington, has been granted bail after nearly a month in police custody. The rapper was arrested on November 27 while performing at a show in Owerri, Imo State. His arrest was connected to an alleged abuse of Afrofusion star, Damini Ogulu popularly known as Burna Boy. Darlington’s counsel, Deji Read More

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6 hours ago Federal Gov’t Unveils Safety Measures To Avoid Stampede, Death During Palliative Distribution

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development, Nentawe Yilwatda, on Monday, highlighted protocols that event organisers must adhere to when planning future palliative distribution to vulnerable Nigerians, to prevent stampede and death. The development comes after many persons were killed while struggling to receive palliatives last week in Abuja, Oyo and Anambra […]

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