15 m. ago Counterterrorism: Federal Government Moves To Tighten Control On IED

The Nigerian Government has restated commitment to tightening control on the movement of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) materials, which remained the deadliest threat to troops and civilians in the North-East region. The National Coordinator, National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), Maj.-Gen. Adamu Laka, stated this at the specialised training for first responders and Explosive Ordnance Disposal […]

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16 m. ago Adeyanju Begs Patience Jonathan To Drop Jewellery Theft Case Against Ex

Human rights lawyer, Mr Deji Adeyanju has appealed to former First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan to withdraw an ongoing case over alleged theft of jewellery on compassionate grounds, following the reported death in prison custody of one of the accused persons, Sahabi Liman. Adeyanju made the plea in an open letter titled: “Open Letter by […]

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2 h. ago Tiwa Savage reveals details of ‘disrespectful’ secret romance with celebrity

By John Ogunsemore Music diva, Tiwa Savage has disclosed that she was once romantically involved with a fellow celebrity who insisted on keeping their relationship private. Tiwa Savage made the revelation during a recent appearance on the Joe Budden Podcast. She said the male celebrity made a show of talking to other people whenever they […] The post Tiwa Savage reveals details of ‘disrespectful’ secret romance with celebrity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lagos LG begins arrest, prosecution of illegal waste dumping offenders

Tribune Online Lagos LG begins arrest, prosecution of illegal waste dumping offenders According to him, illegal waste disposal poses serious health hazards, causes flooding, and undermines government efforts to promote a cleaner and healthier environment. Lagos LG begins arrest, prosecution of illegal waste dumping offenders Tribune Online

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3 h. ago NABTEB commences review, validation of trade syllabi for technical colleges

Tribune Online NABTEB commences review, validation of trade syllabi for technical colleges “The inclusion of environmentally conscious programmes such as Solar PV installations and Smart Agriculture demonstrates our commitment to sustainable development,” he said. NABTEB commences review, validation of trade syllabi for technical colleges Tribune Online

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6 h. ago ‘Inflation Doesn’t Go Up Forever’, Tinubu’s Economic Adviser Counters Atiku

Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Economic Affairs (Office of the Vice President), Tope Fasua, has defended the federal government’s handling of the economy and dismissed criticisms from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar following the latest inflation report by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). He said Atiku’s intervention was mere politics as inflation […]

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7 h. ago Davido Addresses Viral Claim Of Being Slapped By Fan In Warri, Says Security Hit Him By Mistake

Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has clarified reports that he was slapped during a recent outing in Warri, Delta State. A video that circulated online appeared to show the singer surrounded by fans and security personnel, with a brief moment that suggested he had been hit on the head. The clip […] The post Davido Addresses Viral Claim Of Being Slapped By Fan In Warri, Says Security Hit Him By Mistake appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Family Raises Alarm Over Mysterious Disappearance Of Vice Principal In Ondo Hotel

The family of a 54-year-old vice principal in Ondo State, Mr. Olaloye Olatunde, has cried out over his sudden disappearance after checking into a hotel in Akure to attend a week-long training programme jointly organised by Trace Project Akure and Charakids Foundation. Olatunde, who is the Vice Principal of Ipele Community High School, Owo, reportedly […] The post Family Raises Alarm Over Mysterious Disappearance Of Vice Principal In Ondo Hotel appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NDLEA Arrests Four, Destroys Over 18,000kg Of Cannabis In Edo Forest

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Edo State has arrested four suspects in connection with large-scale cannabis cultivation. The agency also destroyed more than 18,000 kilogrammes of cannabis sativa during a major raid at Ugbogui Forest, Ovia South West Local Government Area. The operation, carried out on Sunday, followed intelligence reports on large-scale […] The post NDLEA Arrests Four, Destroys Over 18,000kg Of Cannabis In Edo Forest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago AIICO Insurance Unveils Recycling Project For Greener Future

AIICO Insurance Plc is stepping up its commitment to environmental responsibility with its ‘Recycling at AIICO Project,’ an initiative designed to reduce non-biodegradable waste, promote responsible consumption, and create a workplace culture that actively supports sustainability. Launched in the fourth quarter of 2024, the project reflects AIICO’s belief that corporate success extends beyond profits, encompassing […]

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8 h. ago Voter Registration: 4.44m Nigerians Register Online In 4 Weeks

A total of 4,445,505 Nigerians have pre-registered online in the ongoing nationwide Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) in the last four weeks. According to INEC, the combined figures of the completed online pre-registration and the physical (in-person) registration stood at 509,929 as at last Friday. LEADERSHIP reports that while the online pre-registration started on August 18, […]

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9 h. ago Commission Rallies Public Relations Heads For Education Renewal

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has called on public relations leaders across Nigeria to take the frontline in driving education reforms. The commission stressed that effective communication is central to delivering the goals of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for Education. At the opening of a two-day training for Heads of Public […]

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9 h. ago Preaching: We Only Introduced Voluntary Registration – Niger Bureau

Niger State Bureau for Religious Affairs has debunked reports that it imposed a blanket ban on Islamic preachers. It described viral social media claims on the issue as “misinformation.” The clarification is contained in a press release signed by the media aide of the Bureau’s director-general, Ambassador Haruna Mustapha (Dago). This was followed by supportive […]

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10 h. ago Lagos: Circularity in waste management is about $2.5 billion —Gbadegesin

Tribune Online Lagos: Circularity in waste management is about $2.5 billion —Gbadegesin Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin is the Managing Director, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA). He was a keynote speaker at the just concluded annual lecture of Property and Environment Writers Association of Nigeria (PEWAN), where he shed more light on the waste-to-wealth initiatives of the state government. DAYO AYEYEMI interviewed him on the sidelines of the event. […] Lagos: Circularity in waste management is about $2.5 billion —Gbadegesin Tribune Online

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10 h. ago MTN To Educate 86,400 Students, 1,440 Teachers On Substance Abuse

MTN Foundation has revealed it plans to educate 86,400 public secondary school students and 1,440 teachers in 12 states on the impact of substance abuse. In his speech during the stakeholders‘ workshop on the implementation of the Anti-Substance Abuse Programme /Teachers Training held in Kaduna yesterday, MTN Foundation representative Abubakar Zubairu said that since the […]

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12 h. ago Delta Police rescue teenager kidnapped in Niger, arrest 28 suspects

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Operatives of the Delta State Police Command, have arrested a kidnap suspect, who allegedly hypnotised a young girl and lured her from Niger State to Delta state. The arrest followed an intelligence report that a suspect forcefully abducted girls from the North, and kept them in his house against their […] The post Delta Police rescue teenager kidnapped in Niger, arrest 28 suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago DBI begins nationwide training of 10,000 tertiary institution workers in ICT

Tribune Online DBI begins nationwide training of 10,000 tertiary institution workers in ICT The Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) has commenced the training of about 10,000 workers in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, aimed at strengthening digital literacy and building the capacity of the workforce in universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. The programme, known as the 2025 Advanced Digital Empowerment Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADEPTI), targets 100 staff members […] DBI begins nationwide training of 10,000 tertiary institution workers in ICT Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Dataphyte trains fellows in biodiversity, environmental reporting

Dataphyte has trained and induced 10 journalists into its 2025 Biodiversity Reporting Fellowship programme. Journalists selected across various media houses read more Dataphyte trains fellows in biodiversity, environmental reporting

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23 h. ago ‘No candidate chosen’, Alaafin’s palace reacts to appointment of new Chief Imam in Oyo

Tribune Online ‘No candidate chosen’, Alaafin’s palace reacts to appointment of new Chief Imam in Oyo The Palace of Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, has reacted to reports about the appointment of a new Chief Imam for Oyo town ‘No candidate chosen’, Alaafin’s palace reacts to appointment of new Chief Imam in Oyo Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Stakeholders Task NDA MPhil LSS Graduates On Tackling Leadership Crisis

Stakeholders have called upon graduates of the Nigerian Defence Academy’s (NDA) Master of Philosophy in Leadership and Strategic Studies (MPhil LSS) Course 5 to take proactive steps in addressing Nigeria’s pressing leadership challenges. The call to action emphasised the importance of the graduates offering valuable advice and fellowship to both current and aspiring leaders in […]

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