2 h. ago National Council On Sports Unveils Sweeping Reforms, Approves New Games Structure, Hosts Up To 2030

Arising from the National Council on Sports 2025 meeting in Calabar, Criss River State, it concluded with far-reaching resolutions aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s sports ecosystem and aligning national sporting activities with the economic aspirations of the Renewed Hope Agenda. The meeting which held at the Kashim Shettima Hall, State Library Complex, Cross River State, brought […]

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21 h. ago Romanian defence minister quits after admitting error in academic record

Romania’s defence minister has resigned after admitting to a mistake on his CV regarding his university education, citing national security concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/romanian-defence-minister-quits-after-admitting-error-in-academic-record/

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24 h. ago Coastal Highway: Federal Government Begins Payment Of Compensation To Cross River Land Owners

The Federal Government has commenced paying compensation to property owners and farmers affected by the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project in Cross River State. The Federal Comptroller of Works in Cross River State, Engr. Yinka Onafuye, who disclosed this, said between 700 to 1,000 affected persons have been captured for payment based on valuations carried out […]

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24 h. ago FG begins direct compensation for Lagos–Calabar Coastal highway in Cross River

The Federal Government has begun direct compensation payments to property owners and farmers affected by the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway project in Cross River State.

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41 h. ago Funding, safety concerns rise as Tinubu, lawmakers push for mass security recruitment

Concerns over funding challenges, as well as fears of infiltration into the security agencies, have intensified following President Bola Tinubu’s read more Funding, safety concerns rise as Tinubu, lawmakers push for mass security recruitment

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51 h. ago Cross River Ruling Party Executives Insist On Chairman’s Resignation

A faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State has drawn a battle line with the state chairman, Alphonsus Eba, calling for his resignation over allegations of corruption and poor treatment of ward and chapter executives. The executives, comprising chapter and ward chairmen, secretaries, and youth leaders, expressed their dissatisfaction at a […]

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53 h. ago Southern govs, traditional rulers meet, discuss security of region

Approve zonal security fund • Pass vote of confidence in Tinubu AMIDST rising security concerns in the country, the Southern Governors’ Forum (SGF) and the Southern Traditional Rulers Council (SNTR) on Wednesday passed a vote of confidence in President Bola Tinubu in recognition of his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity in the country. The governors’ […]

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53 h. ago We Aim To Build A Sports Sector Reflective Of Nigeria’s Greatness – Olopade

The director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has expressed the commission’s commitment to developing a sports sector that reflects Nigeria’s greatness, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda. Olapade shared this vision during his opening remarks at the ongoing 2nd National Council of Sports (NCS) in Calabar, Cross River […]

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3 d. ago Aggrieved APC Leaders Insist On Resignation Of Cross River Chairman

A faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Cross River State has drawn a battle line with the state chairman, Alphonsus Eba, calling for his resignation over allegations of corruption and poor treatment of ward and chapter executives. The executives, comprising chapter and ward chairmen, secretaries, and youth leaders, expressed their dissatisfaction at a […]

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3 d. ago Nigeria is fighting for its survival, US must not stand aside

THE United States’ designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern has reignited conversation across diplomatic, security, and human rights circles. The CPC mechanism under the International Religious Freedom Act is vital, but its application must be precise. In Nigeria’s case, the designation misidentifies the problem and risks damaging a crucial partnership at a […]

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3 d. ago FCTA Orders Closure Of Senior Secondary Schools Over Security Concerns

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has directed all public senior secondary schools in Abuja, the nation’s capital, to shut down on or before Friday, November 28, citing urgent security concerns. In a memo issued on Tuesday by Aishatu Sani Alhassan, director of school services, FCT secondary education board, seen by TheCable, principals and heads […] The post FCTA Orders Closure Of Senior Secondary Schools Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Insecurity: Governor Sule Praises Tinubu’s Handling Of US Security Concerns

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his “calm and mature” response to US President Donald Trump’s remarks regarding insecurity in Nigeria. Recall that Trump recently designated Nigeria as a ‘Country of Particular Concern’ (CPC) and criticised the Nigerian government, citing widespread reports of genocide against Christians. Speaking on Arise TV’s […]

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5 d. ago Cross River govt bans indecent dressing, fake PhD titles in civil service

The Cross River State Government has issued a strict warning against indecent dressing and the rising trend of civil servants parading unearned doctorate titles within the state’s workforce.

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5 d. ago Bauchi Govt. Shuts All Public, Private Primary, Secondary, Tertiary Institutions Over Security Fears

*PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT!!!* *TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF ALL SCHOOLS IN BAUCHI STATE DUE TO SECURITY CONCERNS.* The Bauchi State Government wishes to notify the general public that all primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions—including Federal Government-owned schools and private schools—are hereby closed with immediate effect. This decision, though difficult, was taken by the Government of Bauchi State after […] The post Bauchi Govt. Shuts All Public, Private Primary, Secondary, Tertiary Institutions Over Security Fears appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Bauchi govt directs temporary schools closure over security concerns

All schools in Bauchi State have been directed to close temporarily following security concerns in order to safeguard the lives of school communities.

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5 d. ago Cross River Police command records 1,473 cases within 4 months, prosecutes 253

The Cross River State Commissioner of Police, Rasheed Afegbua has said that he had made giant strides within four months read more Cross River Police command records 1,473 cases within 4 months, prosecutes 253

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6 d. ago Jos Catholic Archdiocese halts ‘Christ the King’ procession over security concerns

The Catholic Archdiocese of Jos has cancelled the 2025 Christ the King procession earlier scheduled to hold across all its read more Jos Catholic Archdiocese halts ‘Christ the King’ procession over security concerns

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6 d. ago Osun: Adeleke assures safety amid rising insecurity in Nigeria

Addressing public concerns about security, Governor Adeleke said several meetings have been held in recent weeks to prevent bandits from entering the state. He explained that...

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6 d. ago Kebbi Varsity Shuts Down With Immediate Effect Amid Security Concerns

Sources suggest that the directive may be connected to heightened security threats affecting educational institutions across northern Nigeria. The post Kebbi Varsity Shuts Down With Immediate Effect Amid Security Concerns appeared first on Channels Television.

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6 d. ago Police Recover Arms, Illicit Drugs From Suspected Criminals In Cross River

The Cross River State Police Command has recovered six locally-fabricated long guns, five short guns, two machetes and a knife, alongside one automatic English pump action from suspected criminals. Police also seized 284 cartridges, 520 cards of tramadol and parcels of loud and ICE, items commonly used to fuel armed violence and youth criminality in […]

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