2 h. ago ‘Two Terms Of 8 Years Have Become A Norm For All Nigerian Presidents’

The Special Adviser to Ekiti State Governor on Political and Inter-party Affairs, Chief Jide Awe, has expressed confidence that President Bola Tinubu would serve out his two terms of eight years, saying serving eight years of two terms have since become a norm in the country. He also said that all Nigerian systems and institutions […]

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4 h. ago Dead before trial: Nigerians who took their last breath in police custody

GODFREY GEORGE writes about individuals who entered police custody but never came out alive, the systemic failures that enable these deaths, and the long fight for accountability in a country where detention too often becomes a death sentence Olashile Oduga, a 33-year-old car dealer, newlywed, and expectant father, took his last breath in a way Read More

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7 h. ago USA records first firing squad in 15 years as South Carolina inmate chooses it

A South Carolina Death Row inmate has chosen to die by firing squad, which would be the first time this read more USA records first firing squad in 15 years as South Carolina inmate chooses it

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13 h. ago NSCDC, Tantita deepen partnership to end oil theft in Niger Delta

Tribune Online NSCDC, Tantita deepen partnership to end oil theft in Niger Delta . Tinubu, reason Tantita is succeeding – Ex INC president The deepened collaboration between the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and Tantita Security Services Limited (TSSL) is greatly assisting in ending all forms of economic sabotage in the Niger Delta, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Commandant-General of […] NSCDC, Tantita deepen partnership to end oil theft in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Pan-Igbo socio-political group, Nzuko Umunna, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, describing him as “an unyielding defender of justice, equity, and human rights.” In a statement signed by its President, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, the group noted that Clark’s contributions to Nigeria’s governance, unity, and […] The post Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Police Nab Man For Allegedly Stabbing Friend To Death In Niger

A 23-year-old Hashimu Sani who is said to be a drug addict has been apprehended by the police for allegedly stabbing his friend, Musa Bala to death in Kotonkoro, Mariga local government area of Niger State. LEADERSHIP gathered that Sani, in what started like a drama, threatened to stab Bala and before people could intervene, […]

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18 h. ago Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week

The Defence Headquarters has disclosed a significant victory in the fight against terrorism, revealing that troops killed 82 terrorists and arrested 198 criminals across the country within a one-week period. According to Maj-Gen Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, troops also rescued 93 kidnap victims and recovered 86 high-calibre weapons and 2,040 assorted ammunition. […] The post Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago FG to employ health workers, engage diaspora to curb japa syndrome – Minister

The Minister of State for Health, Dr Iziaq Salako, said on Friday that President Bola Tinubu remains committed to providing adequate and qualitative healthcare delivery for all Nigerians. The minister disclosed that part of the Federal Government’s plan to tackle the challenge of brain drain in the health sector is to recruit more health professionals Read More

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21 h. ago Association Lauds Kebbi Governor, Minister On Support For Tinubu

Leaders of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network (RHAN) have attributed the large turnout at the recent political rally in Kebbi State to the commendable efforts of President Bola Tinubu and the goodwill of the state’s leaders. The group, which played a significant role in campaigning for Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, specifically acknowledged the […]

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21 h. ago US: Trump fires Joint Chiefs Chairman, Gen. Charles Brown Jr.

Tribune Online US: Trump fires Joint Chiefs Chairman, Gen. Charles Brown Jr. President Donald Trump in a recent historic fired Gen. Charles “CQ” Brown Jr., the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff who has served the nation for over 40 years, and Adm. Lisa Franchetti, the highest-ranking officer in the Navy, from their positions.  This marks the first instance in which two members of the Joint […] US: Trump fires Joint Chiefs Chairman, Gen. Charles Brown Jr. Tribune Online

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27 h. ago FG to upgrade prisons as Tinubu approves 29 centres’ relocation

As part of the ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s custodial facilities, President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres across the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, stated this during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bullet-resistant guard-booths for the Nigerian Correctional Service in Abuja, on Read More

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27 h. ago FG to upgrade prisons as Tinubu approves relocation of custodial centres

As part of the ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s custodial facilities, President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres across the country. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, stated this during the commissioning of 39 newly acquired vehicles and five bullet-resistant guard-booths for the Nigerian Correctional Service in Abuja, on Read More

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28 h. ago How I knew police tortured my younger brother to death – Lagos estate agent

A Lagos-based estate agent, Mr Qamar Oduga, tells BIODUN BUSARI how his younger brother, Abdulmojeed, died in police custody in Ikota, Lagos State, after his neighbour, Stasia Nora, allegedly reported him over a rift What happened between your late brother and his neighbour before the police arrest him? It happened on Tuesday, 11th February 2025. Read More

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31 h. ago Babangida denies involvement in Dele Giwa’s murder, hopes truth will be unveiled in his life time

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Former Nigerian military president, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has revisited the unresolved murder of journalist Dele Giwa in his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service.” In the book launch in Abuja on February 20, 2025, Babangida expressed hope that the mystery surrounding Giwa’s death would eventually be unraveled, while vehemently […] The post Babangida denies involvement in Dele Giwa’s murder, hopes truth will be unveiled in his life time appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago EFCC returns $132,362, N78.5m, vehicles, others to foreign fraud victims

Tribune Online EFCC returns $132,362, N78.5m, vehicles, others to foreign fraud victims Speaking at the event, Olukoyede remarked that, “The event is a demonstration of the commitment of the federal government of Nigeria and that of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the fight against corruption and financial crimes.” EFCC returns $132,362, N78.5m, vehicles, others to foreign fraud victims Tribune Online

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32 h. ago IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter

Tribune Online IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has dismissed former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s recent admission that her father won the June 12, 1993, presidential election, stating that it does not erase the decades of injustice suffered by her family and Nigerians. Reacting to Babangida’s revelation in his autobiography, A Journey in […] IBB’s confession won’t undo injustice my family, Nigerians endured – MKO Abiola’s daughter Tribune Online

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32 h. ago IBB’s June 12 revelation not new, my father won – MKO Abiola’s daughter

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, the daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola has stated that former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission of her father’s June 12 victory is a known fact. In her response to IBB’s June 12, 1993, presidential election disclosure via his book, autobiography, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hasfat stated that her father’s victory […] The post IBB’s June 12 revelation not new, my father won – MKO Abiola’s daughter appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago ‘Your revelation on June 12 election winner not new,’ Hafsat Abiola replies IBB

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has responded to former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission that her father won the June 12, 1993 presidential election. Reacting to Babangida’s revelation in his autobiograpghy, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hafsat stated, “My father won, we always knew it.” She noted in a statement on Read More

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35 h. ago VeryDarkMan Raises Concerns Over Wunmi’s Statements On Mohbad’s Death, Cites Manipulation

Nigerian social media commentator Verydarkman (VDM), also known as Martins Otse, has reacted to Mohbad’s wife Wunmi’s recent interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo. Wunmi recently appeared on the With Chude show for her first interview since her husband’s death, where she discussed Mohbad’s tragic passing and her life as a young widow. During the […] The post VeryDarkMan Raises Concerns Over Wunmi’s Statements On Mohbad’s Death, Cites Manipulation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Ogbe Stadium tragedy: Gov Okpebholo  expresses condolences, chides PDP for celebrating death of Pius Etim 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, yesterday, expressed deep sadness and condolences to the family of Pius Etim, a young man who tragically lost his life due to an unfortunate incident on Thursday evening at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City, following a heavy rainfall. A heavy wind that preceded the […] The post Ogbe Stadium tragedy: Gov Okpebholo  expresses condolences, chides PDP for celebrating death of Pius Etim  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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