1 hour ago Zero Waste Day: Senate Backs Moves To Engage 30m Youths By 5GEE Ecocitizen Campaign

In celebration of the International Day of Zero Waste 2025, Nigeria is set to showcase the 5GEE Ecocitizen campaign aimed at engaging over 30 million youths across more than 8,000 electoral wards in the country. The initiative, which enjoys the support of the Senate, seeks to mobilise more than 10 million community Eco-citizen Marshalls and […]

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2 h. ago Lynched travellers: CDS squad goes after killers as Okpebholo consults govs

•14 arrested as gov suspends security corps boss, illegal vigilante groups The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Sunday, strongly condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, vowing that the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The CDS pledged, as the Edo State government said, that Governor Monday Okpehbolo had reached Read More

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3 h. ago Okpebholo suspends security chief, bans unregistered vigilantes after 16 hunters killed

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has taken action following a tragic incident in the Uromi area, suspending the commander of read more Okpebholo suspends security chief, bans unregistered vigilantes after 16 hunters killed

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7 h. ago FG Moves To Address Energy Crisis In Public Hospitals, Sets Up Special Committee

The federal government has inaugurated an Implementation Committee for the National Dialogue on Power in the Health Sector, aiming to address the persistent electricity challenges in public healthcare facilities. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Abuja, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Salako, highlighted the urgent need for sustainable power […]

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9 h. ago How bankruptcy led Nigerian boxer to death in Ghana – NBBofC

The Nigeria Boxing Board of Control says boxer Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who died in Accra, Ghana on Saturday, was not granted approval for the fatal bout after his initial fight scheduled for Friday was cancelled after being adjudged overweight. The 40-year-old former National and West African light-heavyweight champion lost consciousness during his bout against Ghanaian Read More

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9 h. ago NDLEA arrests bizmen, destroys 13,198 kilograms of skunk in Edo forests

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have apprehended a Lekki-based businessman, Arokodare Damil Ebenezer, the proprietor of Damillionz Takeout, in connection with the shipment of 60 parcels of Loud, a potent strain of cannabis, from the United States to Nigeria. The 43-year-old was arrested at Bay Lounge on Admiralty Way, Lekki, Lagos, on Read More

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9 h. ago Lynched travellers: CDS squad goes after killers, Okpebholo consults govs

•14 arrested as gov suspends security corps boss, illegal vigilante groups The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Sunday, strongly condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, vowing that the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The CDS pledged, as the Edo State government said, that Governor Monday Okpehbolo had reached Read More

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9 h. ago Benue monarch lauds UNICEF’s campaign against open defecation

A traditional ruler in Benue State, Tyo-or Tsambe Ward, Tyav Aondoakaa, has lauded the United Nations Children’s Fund and its partners for leading the campaign to end open defecation. He, therefore, called on his subjects to adopt the use of toilets to end open defecation in the state. The monarch spoke on Saturday at Gbem Read More

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10 h. ago Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy

Tribune Online Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy AMIDST Africa’s vibrant landscape, where the energy of youth is both tangible and inspiring, stands a guiding light of hope and change: the Nigerian Youth Academy. With over 200 million citizens, Nigeria’s burgeoning population of young people is eager to redefine their futures. It is within this dynamic environment that the Nigerian Youth Academy sets […] Empowering tomorrow: Bold vision of the Nigerian Youth Academy Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls

Tribune Online Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls The Edo State Government (EDSG) has announced its intention to partner with the Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO) to address various issues affecting women and girls in the state. The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, gave the assurance while receiving senior management staff from LAPO during a courtesy visit […] Edo govt partners LAPO to tackle challenges facing women, girls Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers 

Governor Monday Okpebholo, has suspended Commander of Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, over recent killings of northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that some individuals, suspected to be terrorists, were arrested on the 27th of March, 2025 and set ablaze by […] The post Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Bans Illegal Vigilante Groups Over Uromi Killings

Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP Friday Ibadin (Rtd), and banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state. The decision followed the gruesome killing of 16 travellers of northern extraction in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of the State, […]

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13 h. ago Tinubu to Wike: You must deliver FCT infrastructure gains for APC’s 2027 success or else

• As Minister accepts challenge to work for renewed hope agenda   From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye Abuja       “I said, ‘I know where you are coming from, your own party or my party. If this thing goes too much in your own favour, you will lose your job.’ Then he said, ‘Okay, we settle […] The post Tinubu to Wike: You must deliver FCT infrastructure gains for APC’s 2027 success or else appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Police recruitment: PSC sets April 12 for constable training

Tribune Online Police recruitment: PSC sets April 12 for constable training The Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) have approved 12th April as the resumption date for the commencement of training for all successful candidates in the ongoing 2025 recruitment of constables. This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Sunday by the Spokesperson of the Commission, […] Police recruitment: PSC sets April 12 for constable training Tribune Online

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14 h. ago FULL LIST: FA Cup semis set as Forest draw Man City, C’Palace to play Villa

The FA Cup quarter-finals wrapped up in dramatic fashion, with Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, and Manchester City advancing to the semi-finals on Sunday. Fans are now gearing up for blockbuster clashes at Wembley Stadium in late April. Crystal Palace Cruise Past Fulham Crystal Palace secured their spot with a commanding 3-0 victory over Read More

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16 h. ago Bring killers of Uromi 16 to justice, Bayero urges Federal Government

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, has called on the government to ensure that all those found guilty of the killing of hunters who were natives of Kano State in Edo State are brought to justice. The Emir made this appeal in his Eid message while also expressing his condolences […] The post Bring killers of Uromi 16 to justice, Bayero urges Federal Government appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago N24bn monthly salaries drive Oyo’s economic stability – Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, said his administration has ensured economic stability in the state through the monthly payment of about N24 billion in salaries to state and local government workers. Makinde made this known on Sunday when a delegation of Muslim clerics, traditional rulers, and political officeholders visited his Ikolaba, Ibadan, residence after the Read More

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16 h. ago PFN condemns killing of travellers in Edo, demands justice for victims

Tribune Online PFN condemns killing of travellers in Edo, demands justice for victims The National Secretary of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop David Bakare, has strongly condemned the killing of 16 travelling hunters intercepted by local vigilantes in the Uromi community, Esan North Local Government Area of Edo State. PFN condemns killing of travellers in Edo, demands justice for victims Tribune Online

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16 h. ago DE: JAMB asks IJMB, JUPEB candidates to upload results or lose admission

Tribune Online DE: JAMB asks IJMB, JUPEB candidates to upload results or lose admission The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has urged all candidates who applied for admission through the 2024 Direct Entry (DE) mode, using awaiting results from the Interim Joint Matriculation Board Examination (IJMB) or Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB), to urgently upload their results or risk losing their admission. DE: JAMB asks IJMB, JUPEB candidates to upload results or lose admission Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Emir Bayero calls for justice over killing of Kano hunters in Edo

Tribune Online Emir Bayero calls for justice over killing of Kano hunters in Edo The Emir of Kano, Alhaji Aminu Ado Bayero, has called on the government to ensure that all those found guilty of the killing of hunters, who were natives of Kano State, in Edo State are brought to justice. Emir Bayero calls for justice over killing of Kano hunters in Edo Tribune Online

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