11 h. ago Afriland Towers Fire: FFS Commiserates With Victims, Launches Task Force On Building Safety

The Federal Fire Service (FFS) has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire that engulfed Afriland Towers on Broad Street, Lagos Island, on September 16, 2025, claiming multiple lives, including staff of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and others. In a statement on Thursday, Controller General of the FFS, Samuel Adeyemi Olumode, commiserated with […]

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16 h. ago Troops Kill Bandit, Recover Weapons During Ambush In Plateau

A bandit has been killed by troops of the 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace during an ambush in Odare Forest, Dutsen Zaki, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, spokesman for the task force, stated on Wednesday that the intelligence-driven operation occurred on September 16. Zhakom stated that the […] The post Troops Kill Bandit, Recover Weapons During Ambush In Plateau appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago OPWS troops provide security to farmers, kill criminal, recover arms in Benue

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) deployed at various communities in Benue State, have reportedly provided escort, security to farmers, killing suspected criminals and  recovered arms. The Force Commander, Joint Task Force OPWS, Major General Moses Gara, disclosed this in a statement signed by the acting Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Ahmad […] The post OPWS troops provide security to farmers, kill criminal, recover arms in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago UPDATED: Tinubu Suspends Emergency Rule In Rivers, Fubara, Amaewhule To Resume Thursday

Tinubu says Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly will resume work in their offices from 18 September, 2025. The post UPDATED: Tinubu Suspends Emergency Rule In Rivers, Fubara, Amaewhule To Resume Thursday appeared first on Channels Television.

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31 h. ago UPDATED: Fubara, Amaewhule Resume Thursday As Tinubu Ends Emergency Rule In Rivers

Tinubu says Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly will resume work in their offices from 18 September, 2025. The post UPDATED: Fubara, Amaewhule Resume Thursday As Tinubu Ends Emergency Rule In Rivers appeared first on Channels Television.

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39 h. ago Alleged impersonation: Court adjourns suit against ‘fake’ task force officer to September 24

Tribune Online Alleged impersonation: Court adjourns suit against ‘fake’ task force officer to September 24 While pleading guilty to the three-count charge, the defendant claimed he was a LASTMA officer before his contract was terminated in 2020... Alleged impersonation: Court adjourns suit against ‘fake’ task force officer to September 24 Tribune Online

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46 h. ago Police intercept vehicle with weapons, ammunition in Zamfara

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara State Police Command has intercepted a vehicle with four K-47 rifles, 228 rounds of live ammunition and  four magazines while on normal routine patrol in the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued by Zamfara  state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) DSP Yazid Abubakar, he revealed that  on  September […] The post Police intercept vehicle with weapons, ammunition in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Gombe hits 5 million trees, targets national afforestation record

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Gombe State government says it has planted over five million trees since the launch of the Gombe Goes Green (3G) initiative in 2019, a figure officials believe could make the state Nigeria’s leading tree-planting hub by 2026. This was disclosed by the Chairman of the 3G Task Force and Mai Tula, […] The post Gombe hits 5 million trees, targets national afforestation record appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NEMA moves to support victims of windstorm in Akija community

Tribune Online NEMA moves to support victims of windstorm in Akija community The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Sokoto Operations Office, has carried out an on-the-spot assessment of the destruction caused by last week’s heavy downpour and windstorm in Akija community, Sokoto South Local Government Area. Led by Planning Officer Tukur Abubakar, the assessment was conducted on Sunday, September 14, 2025, to determine the extent of damage […] NEMA moves to support victims of windstorm in Akija community Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Force Commander OPWS charges newly promoted officers on integrity, discipline

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Force Commander, Joint Task Force (JTF) Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Major General Moses Gara, has charged newly promoted officers to lead by example and make integrity their guiding principle as they advance in their military and police careers. Gara stated this at the decoration ceremony of officers promoted from the […] The post Force Commander OPWS charges newly promoted officers on integrity, discipline appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Infinix and PUBG MOBILE Expand Global Esports Strategy, Ushering in a New Era for African Esports

The inaugural PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup Grand Finals kick off in Kenya on September 13, with the Infinix GT 30 Pro serving as the official tournament device Infinix, in partnership with PUBG MOBILE, today announced the launch of the inaugural 2025 PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup, with the grand finals scheduled to take place in Kenya […] The post Infinix and PUBG MOBILE Expand Global Esports Strategy, Ushering in a New Era for African Esports appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Ondo Police Nab Suspected Fraudster Posing As Army Colonel, Defrauding Victims Of N1.37m

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a suspected fraudster, Abdullahi Saliu, who allegedly impersonated a senior Army officer to defraud unsuspecting victims of more than N1.37 million through a fake employment scheme. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed that the suspect was apprehended following a meticulous investigation initiated by the […] The post Ondo Police Nab Suspected Fraudster Posing As Army Colonel, Defrauding Victims Of N1.37m appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Dangote Refinery To Begin Free Petrol Supply, Slashes Pump Price To N841 Per Litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced that it will commence free direct delivery of petrol across the country starting Monday, September 15. In a statement released on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, the refinery also disclosed a downward review of petrol pump prices. According to the update, retail prices have been fixed […] The post Dangote Refinery To Begin Free Petrol Supply, Slashes Pump Price To N841 Per Litre appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers in Plateau, recover arms, ammunition

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Nigerian army said its troops from 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (JTF OPEP), have raided the hideout of suspected cattle rustlers at Kogul Village in Mangu Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State and arrested two notorious cattle rustlers. During the intelligence-based operation conducted on September, 11, […] The post Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers in Plateau, recover arms, ammunition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Onitsha killings: Moghalu suspends campaign, decries abuse of arms by Anambra security outfits, task forces

By Moses Akaigwe The Labour Party candidate in the November 8 governorship election in Anambra, Dr George Moghalu, has suspended his campaign for one week as a mark of respect for the four traders shot dead by operatives of the state’s enforcement agency at the popular Onitsha Main Market. Dr Moghalu also visited the scene […] The post Onitsha killings: Moghalu suspends campaign, decries abuse of arms by Anambra security outfits, task forces appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Gov Soludo Orders Arrest Of Security Operatives After Onitsha Shooting

At least one person died after task force operatives opened fire in a market in Anambra state on Tuesday. The post Gov Soludo Orders Arrest Of Security Operatives After Onitsha Shooting appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago Rivers: Fubara, lawmakers warm up for return as Tinubu orders Ibas to prepare handover notes

Tribune Online Rivers: Fubara, lawmakers warm up for return as Tinubu orders Ibas to prepare handover notes Barring unforeseen circumstances, the suspended governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, and the 32-member House of Assembly will return to office on September 18. Indications that the suspended governor, his deputy, as well as the state lawmakers will return to office were rife last week after a closed-door meeting between […] Rivers: Fubara, lawmakers warm up for return as Tinubu orders Ibas to prepare handover notes Tribune Online

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1 week ago Presidency Sacks VP Shettima’s Aide On Digital, Creative Economy

The Presidency has announced the disengagement of Fegho John Umunubo, who until now served as Special Assistant to the President on Digital and Creative Economy in the Office of the Vice President. In a statement issued on Monday, September 8, 2025, by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the State House, Abiodun Oladunjoye, […]

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1 week ago Troops kill notorious gunrunner, recover weapons in Plateau ambush

Troops of the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army and Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (JTF OPEP) have killed read more Troops kill notorious gunrunner, recover weapons in Plateau ambush

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1 week ago Apply In Your Country Of Nationality Or Residence, US Directs Visa Applicants

The United States authorities have issued a new guideline for procuring US non-immigrant visas, a policy in line with Trump’s administration measures to streamline non-immigrant visa adjudications while managing global backlogs and security concerns. This latest information was obtained from the official website of the US Department of State on Saturday, September 6. The website […]

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