64 h. ago Chinese Chamber denies involvement in immigration officer shooting in Minna

The China General Chamber of Commerce in Nigeria has dismissed allegations linking a Chinese company to the shooting of an read more Chinese Chamber denies involvement in immigration officer shooting in Minna

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2 d. ago Israeli airstrikes hit south Lebanon following rocket interception

Tribune Online Israeli airstrikes hit south Lebanon following rocket interception Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon on Friday after intercepting a rocket fired from Lebanese territory, the Israeli military said. Hezbollah has denied any involvement in the attack. Israel vowed a strong response to any threats, further straining the fragile ceasefire between the two sides. The truce had ended a year-long conflict, […] Israeli airstrikes hit south Lebanon following rocket interception Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Niger: No Chinese involvement in shooting of immigration officer – CGCC

Says police bullet accidentally hit a passerby who was later identified as immigration officer By Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The China General Chamber of Commerce (CGCC) in Nigeria has said that neither Chinese citizens nor Chinese companies were involved in the shooting of an immigration officer in Niger State. The China General Chamber of Commerce in […] The post Niger: No Chinese involvement in shooting of immigration officer – CGCC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger

Tribune Online FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger The Federal government has condemned the shooting of an Immigration officer by a Chinese businessman in Minna, Niger state, warning that the incident might cause a major diplomatic row because no Nigerian should be ill-treated for doing legitimate duty in their land. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who was visibly angry over the incident, […] FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Minister condemns shooting of NIS officer, vows tough action against Chinese firm

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has condemned the recent shooting of an immigration officer allegedly on the orders of a Chinese company operating in Nigeria. Describing the incident, which occurred in Niger State, as an “attack on Nigeria,” the minister vowed to escalate the matter to the highest diplomatic level, particularly with the Chinese Read More

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6 d. ago Overstaying visas attracts permanent ban, US warns Nigerians

The United States government has issued a stern warning to Nigerian travellers about the severe consequences of overstaying their visa, emphasising that violators could face permanent bans from re-entering the country. The US Mission in Nigeria posted the warning via its X on Monday. The immigration authorities clarified that consular officers can access an individual’s Read More

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6 d. ago JUST IN: Overstaying visa could lead to permanent ban, US warns Nigerians

The United States government has issued a stern warning to Nigerian travelers about the severe consequences of overstaying their visa, emphasising that violators could face permanent bans from re-entering the country. The US Mission in Nigeria posted the warning via its X on Monday. The immigration authorities have clarified that consular officers can access an Read More

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1 week ago Immigration Declares Zero Tolerance For Inefficiency, Corruption

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has warned its officers and personnel that inefficiency and corruption will not be tolerated in executing their duties. The service’s Comptroller General, Kemi Nandap, made the remarks while declaring open the third nationwide sensitisation campaign on ensuring “Efficient Service Delivery Through Zero Tolerance for Corruption” held at the Service’s headquarters […]

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1 week ago French Scientist denied US entry after border officials review anti

Tribune Online French Scientist denied US entry after border officials review anti-Trump messages A French scientist was denied entry to the United States after immigration officers searched his phone and found messages in which he criticized the Trump administration, France’s research minister, Philippe Baptiste, revealed on Monday. “I learned with concern that a French researcher” from the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) “who was traveling to […] French Scientist denied US entry after border officials review anti-Trump messages Tribune Online

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1 week ago QNET Condemns Brand Misuse, Denies Involvement In EFCC Fraud Investigation

QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness direct-selling company, has strongly condemned the misuse of its brand by fraudulent actors following the recent arrest of 28 individuals by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Minna, Niger state. The company firmly denies any involvement in the alleged Ponzi scheme linked to these individuals and reiterates […]

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1 week ago OSGF denies involvement in corruption allegations, backs EFCC probe

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) has categorically denied any involvement in corruption allegations currently under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The probe centres on the Personal Assistant to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Andrew Torhile Uchi, who […] The post OSGF denies involvement in corruption allegations, backs EFCC probe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Lawmaker denies involvement in petrol smuggling to Ghana, Togo

The member representing Badagry Federal Constituency, Lagos State at the National Assembly, Sesi Whingan, has debunked rumours making the rounds of his involvement in the smuggling of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol from Badagry to the neighbouring countries of Ghana and Togo. This was contained in a press statement made available to our Read More

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2 w. ago ICPC arraigns immigration officer for alleged N17.6 million salary fraud

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned Abubakar Mohammed Aseku, an Assistant Superintendent of Immigration read more ICPC arraigns immigration officer for alleged N17.6 million salary fraud

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2 w. ago Sierra Leone fires immigration chief caught on tape taking drug lord’s gift

Sierra Leone’s chief immigration officer was fired hours after the emergence of a video of him accepting a gift from one of Europe’s most notorious drug barons, the government told AFP on Wednesday. In a video posted Friday by investigative website Follow the Money, Alusine Kanneh can be seen laughing at a party while taking Read More

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2 w. ago PICTORIAL: Zamfara Gov Partners Chinese Firms On Security, Agric, Transport, Mining

Zamfara State government has partnered with Chinese firms to secure advanced surveillance technology and enhance the state’s agricultural, transportation, and mining sectors. On Tuesday, the State governor, Dauda Lawal, received a Chinese community of industries in the council chamber of the Government House in Gusau, the State capital. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman […]

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3 w. ago US: Afghanistan may be included in Trump travel ban — Official

Tribune Online US: Afghanistan may be included in Trump travel ban — Official Many of these individuals, particularly those holding Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs), have already faced obstacles in relocating to the US due to prior executive orders that suspended refugee admissions and halted foreign aid funding for evacuation flights. US: Afghanistan may be included in Trump travel ban — Official Tribune Online

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