1 hour ago FCTA extends security contracts for Abuja mail mass transit system to 2026

To construct two multi-event sports centres From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced the extension of security contracts for the Abuja Rail Mass Transit (ARMT) system, ensuring enhanced protection for the rail infrastructure through 2026. This was disclosed during a press briefing following an Executive Council meeting chaired by […] The post FCTA extends security contracts for Abuja mail mass transit system to 2026 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 hours ago Troops Neutralize 13 IPOB Members, Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers In S’East, Recover Dangerous Weapons

Troops of the Joint Task Force in the South-East, Operation UDO KA, have neutralised 13 armed members of the Indigenous People of Biafra and arrested three kidnappers in the region. The task force spokesperson, Jonah Unuakhalu, lieutenant-colonel, disclosed this in a statement on Monday. He said that the operations were carried out to make the […] The post Troops Neutralize 13 IPOB Members, Arrest Three Suspected Kidnappers In S’East, Recover Dangerous Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 hours ago 2025 budget: CISLAC warns NASS against budget padding, questionable allocations

Tribune Online 2025 budget: CISLAC warns NASS against budget padding, questionable allocations Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC), Comrade Auwal Ibrahim Musa Rafisanjani, on Monday expressed serious concerns regarding the N49.7 trillion proposed in the 2025 budget proposal, urging the Federal Government to prioritise transparency, accountability, and alignment with the needs of Nigerians. Comrade Rafsanjani, in a statement made available to journalists in […] 2025 budget: CISLAC warns NASS against budget padding, questionable allocations Tribune Online

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8 hours 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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8 hours ago Alleged terrorism: Court orders remand of suspects linked to Bello Turji

Tribune Online Alleged terrorism: Court orders remand of suspects linked to Bello Turji A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the remand of four suspected terrorists linked to notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji, in Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja. The trial Judge, Justice Emeka Nwite made the order in a short ruling on Monday, after the defendants pleaded not guilty to the 11-count terrorism charges slammed […] Alleged terrorism: Court orders remand of suspects linked to Bello Turji Tribune Online

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8 hours ago Court orders remand of suspected bandits linked to bandit kingpin, Turji

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday ordered the remand of four suspected terrorists linked to the notorious bandit kingpin, Bello Turji, in Kuje Correctional Centre. The trial judge, Justice Emeka Nwite, issued the remand order after the alleged bandits took their pleas. All four defendants present in court pleaded not guilty to the Read More

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8 hours ago XRP Dumps 10% Amid FOMC Chaos; Ripple Community Hopes of Fast Recovery; DTX Exchange Steady For 950% Upside  

A quick Bitcoin (BTC) drop snowballed into over $500 million in liquidations, with the XRP price recording an unusually high loss of over 15%. This drop was from $2.58 to $2.19, eventually correcting to $2.43 as markets recovered. Currently, XRP price is down by 7% and is trading at $2.39. This drop coincided with BTC Read More

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11 hours ago CISLAC warns against budget padding, demands accountability in 2025 federal budget

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has issued a stern warning regarding the 2025 Federal Budget of Restoration, emphasising the need for transparency and accountability. In a statement released by its Executive Director, Auwal Ibrahim Musa (Rafsanjani), the organisation condemned practices such as budget padding and questionable allocations, particularly funds […] The post CISLAC warns against budget padding, demands accountability in 2025 federal budget appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 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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