36 m. ago Ganduje To Rehabilitate 10,000 Hizba Personnel Dismissed By Kano Government

The immediate past chairman of the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, has set up a 44-member committee to screen 10,000 Hizbah (Sharia Police) personnel who have allegedly been dismissed by the Kano State government. The job of the committee under the leadership of Baffa Babba Danagundi, firector-general of the National Productivity Centre, will […]

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65 m. ago Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets

Tribune Online Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets • faults establishment of six fish processing plants The Nigerian Trawlers Owners Association (NITOA)has revealed that the plan by the Federal Government to establish six new Fish Processing Plants by end of 2025, as stated in the Marine and Blue Economy policy, remains a talk-show as nothing significant as happened since the policy was unveiled […] Fisheries operators pick holes in Marine and Blue Economy policy targets Tribune Online

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3 h. ago PAP disowns 5,000 Itsekiri graduates of Novena varsity, denies owing any institution

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Presidential Amnesty Programme has denied owing school fees of 5,000 students of Itsekiri extraction in Novena University, Ogume, Delta State. It said in a statement yesterday that the agency is not owing fees in Novena or any institution within or outside the country. The agency was reacting to claims by […] The post PAP disowns 5,000 Itsekiri graduates of Novena varsity, denies owing any institution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach

By Wordshot Amaechi Ugwele In today’s interconnected Nigeria, no state can afford to operate as an island. This is precisely why I have continued to maintain that Governor Peter Mbah’s policy of inclusivity, in awarding contracts and extending opportunities beyond only indigenous Enugu people, reflects both wisdom and foresight. At present, local contractors still handle […] The post As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago IGP confab: How we arrested 90 suspected kidnappers, robbers –Niger CP

Commissioner of Police, Niger State, Mr. Abduallhi Adamu Elleman, says the command will get rid of criminals, after arresting over 90 suspected armed robbers, kidnappers and cultists. He spoke at the Inspector General of Police (IGP) conference in Abuja. He said: “We are smoking criminals out of the state. The ‘ember’ months will be hard […] The post IGP confab: How we arrested 90 suspected kidnappers, robbers –Niger CP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Presidency clarifies: Nigeria’s borrowing prudent economic policy, not recklessness

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Presidency has defended Nigeria’s rising debt levels, emphasising that borrowing is a necessary and strategic tool for economic development rather than a sign of financial imprudence. Special Adviser to President Tinubu on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, responded on his official X account @SundayDareSD to criticisms from former senator […] The post Presidency clarifies: Nigeria’s borrowing prudent economic policy, not recklessness appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Oyo: Abducted Egyptian rescued without ransom payment – Police

By John Ogunsemore The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of an Egyptian kidnapped on Monday, September 8, in the Alomaja area of Idi-Ayunre, Oyo State. In a Tuesday statement, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, CSP Adewale Osifeso disclosed that the victim was rescued without ransom payment. “This operation was […] The post Oyo: Abducted Egyptian rescued without ransom payment – Police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago IGP commends DEPOWA over scholarship awards to children of fallen heroes

Tribune Online IGP commends DEPOWA over scholarship awards to children of fallen heroes The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on Tuesday commended the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA) for launching a groundbreaking initiative to award full scholarships to the children of fallen heroes. IGP commends DEPOWA over scholarship awards to children of fallen heroes Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Police restore calm as Ocha Brigade kill one trader, injure six others in Onitsha market

Tribune Online Police restore calm as Ocha Brigade kill one trader, injure six others in Onitsha market The Anambra State Police Command has restored calm at Onitsha Main Market following a distress call reporting that personnel of the Ocha Brigade, an Anambra State Environmental Law Enforcement outfit, allegedly engaged in an altercation with some traders, during which seven traders sustained gunshot injuries. Police restore calm as Ocha Brigade kill one trader, injure six others in Onitsha market Tribune Online

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12 h. ago South Africa Maintain Lead, Share Points With Nigeria In Thrilling World Cup Qualifier

In a fiercely contested 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday evening, South Africa and Nigeria played to a dramatic 1-1 draw at the Toyota Stadium in Bloemfontein. The result left South Africa on 17 points at the top of the group and Nigeria on 11 points in second spot. The match began with a […]

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13 h. ago Gombe: Police arrest drug dealer, tricycle thief, 4 robbery suspects

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Gombe State Police Command has arrested a 53-year-old woman for drug dealing, a 36-year-old man for tricycle theft, and four other young men for armed robbery. In a statement issued by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, the police confirmed that operatives arrested the 53-year-old Rakiya Ahmed at Barunde Quarters […] The post Gombe: Police arrest drug dealer, tricycle thief, 4 robbery suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago 2026 WC Qualifier: South Africa Take Early Lead Against Nigeria 1:0

  South Africa currently leads Nigeria 1-0 after 25 minutes of play on Tuesday evening, thanks to an unfortunate own goal by Nigerian defender William Troost-Ekong. The match saw both teams battling for control, with South Africa applying early pressure. The game’s intensity in Bloemfontein ramped up quickly, with several fouls committed on both sides. […]

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14 h. ago UPDATED: Ekong Returns To Starting Lineup For South Africa Vs Nigeria Showdown

Nigeria need a win to keep their World Cup dreams alive. The post UPDATED: Ekong Returns To Starting Lineup For South Africa Vs Nigeria Showdown appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Nasarawa police smash arms syndicates, arrest nine, recover 38 firearms, vehicle

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested nine suspects and recovered 38 firearms, 4,264 rounds of live ammunition, and a read more Nasarawa police smash arms syndicates, arrest nine, recover 38 firearms, vehicle

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15 h. ago Israel Strikes Hamas Leadership As Explosions Hit Qatar’s Capital

The Israeli military, on Tuesday said, it had carried out a “precise strike” targeting senior Hamas leaders, shortly after explosions were reported in Doha, the Qatari capital city, where the group’s political bureau is based. “The IDF (Israeli military) and ISA (security agency) conducted a precise strike targeting the senior leadership of the Hamas terrorist […]

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15 h. ago ‘Evacuate immediately,’ Israeli military warns Gaza residents, says ground assault looms

Tribune Online ‘Evacuate immediately,’ Israeli military warns Gaza residents, says ground assault looms “Now, all of this is only the introduction, only the beginning of the main intensive operation - the ground incursion of our forces You have been warned: get out of there!... ‘Evacuate immediately,’ Israeli military warns Gaza residents, says ground assault looms Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Enugu police arrest suspects, recover firearms in separate operations

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has announced the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of four locally fabricated firearms in a series of intelligence-led operations across the state. According to the Command, the operations, which also yielded ammunition and other incriminating exhibits, are part of sustained efforts to rid Enugu […] The post Enugu police arrest suspects, recover firearms in separate operations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Peter Obi returned from medical rest just to comment on Borno killings — Reno Omokri

Tribune Online Peter Obi returned from medical rest just to comment on Borno killings — Reno Omokri The former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has slammed Peter Obi for returning from his medical rest just to comment on the recent killings in Borno State, but maintaining silence on what he described as killings in the South-East. Peter Obi returned from medical rest just to comment on Borno killings — Reno Omokri Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Kano Bans Unlicensed Chainsaw Use To Tackle Illegal Tree Felling

The policy also aligns with Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC 3.0) under international climate commitments. The post Kano Bans Unlicensed Chainsaw Use To Tackle Illegal Tree Felling appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Police Arrest Traditional Ruler For Attempted Murder Of Sibling In Akwa Ibom

He said the suspect was nabbed for allegedly shooting his sister in the head, as she sustained various degrees of injuries and was rushed to hospital. The post Police Arrest Traditional Ruler For Attempted Murder Of Sibling In Akwa Ibom appeared first on Channels Television.

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