66 m. ago Ekiti 2026: INEC engages stakeholders, seeks greater awareness for CVR exercise

Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting in Ado-Ekiti on Thursday, the INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) in Ekiti State, Dr Bunmi Omoseyindemi, urged stakeholders to support the commission in ensuring a smooth and effective registration process.

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77 m. ago Tinubu Laying Strong Foundation For Nigeria’s Future — Minister

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has stated that the policies and programmes of President Bola Tinubu’s administration are already yielding tangible dividends of democracy and laying a solid foundation for Nigeria’s long-term development. Idris stated this on Thursday in Abuja during an interactive session with support groups of the ruling All […]

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81 m. ago Insecurity: Senate Moves To Impose Death Penalty For Kidnapping

  The Senate has resolved to amend Nigeria’s Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act to prescribe the death penalty without the option of a fine or judicial discretion for all kidnapping offences, marking one of the most far-reaching legislative responses yet to the nation’s worsening insecurity. Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the decision on Thursday in […]

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2 h. ago VIP Protection: 11,566 Police Personnel Have Been Recalled — IGP Egbetokun

President Bola Tinubu had on Wednesday said officers being withdrawn from VIPs should undergo “crash training” to debrief them and deliver more efficient police services when deployed to security-challenged areas of the country. The post VIP Protection: 11,566 Police Personnel Have Been Recalled — IGP Egbetokun appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 h. ago Tinubu approves Nigerian team for US–Nigeria security working group

President Tinubu approves the Nigerian team for the US-Nigeria Joint Working Group to enhance security collaboration and counter-terrorism efforts. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-approves-nigerian-team-for-us-nigeria-security-working-group/

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2 h. ago PDP: Lamido seeks dissolution of Ibadan convention, formation of caretaker committee

Sule Lamido, former Jigawa State Governor, has issued a 10-day ultimatum to the national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party read more PDP: Lamido seeks dissolution of Ibadan convention, formation of caretaker committee

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2 h. ago IGP Obeys Tinubu’s Order, Withdraws 11,566 Police Escorts From VIPs

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn a total of 11,566 police officers attached to private citizens across the country. This was in compliance with the directive of President Bola Tinubu over rising insecurities across the country. IGP Egbetokun gave the confirmation on Thursday while speaking at a meeting with strategic police […]

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4 h. ago JUST IN: Tinubu’s govt breaks silence on military coup in Guinea

President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government has broken its silence on Wednesday’s military coup in

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4 h. ago NACETEM seeks reintroduction of national policy to bridge skills gap

The Director General of National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM), Dr. Olushola Odusanya has called for the reintroduction of National Policy on education that

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5 h. ago Governor Yusuf applauds rising Chinese investment, seeks deeper partnership

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano state has described the increasing role of Chinese investors in the economic development of read more Governor Yusuf applauds rising Chinese investment, seeks deeper partnership

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6 h. ago Trump’s comment forced Tinubu’s acknowledgement of insecurity — SDP’s Adebayo

“A single tweet from Trump was what made President Tinubu realise the enormity of the insecurity in the country...

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6 h. ago Ebonyi: Physically challenged man seeks help as fire razes building

Eyewitnesses said the fire broke out suddenly, raising concerns of arson within the community...

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6 h. ago Nigeria Shifting To Gas For Sustainable Transport Future – Minister

Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Mariya Mahmoud, has stated that Nigeria’s shift away from costly and polluting fuels towards the abundant and environmentally friendly natural gas has become a key pillar of the federal government’s vision for a sustainable transport future under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership. The minister stated this […]

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7 h. ago Insecurity: Let’s Stand Behind President Tinubu, Ashimolowo Tells Nigerians

On Wednesday, President Tinubu declared a state of emergency on insecurity, and the recruitment of more security personnel to help in addressing the challenge.  The post Insecurity: Let’s Stand Behind President Tinubu, Ashimolowo Tells Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

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7 h. ago Bala Mohammed commends Dogara for initiating road project in Bauchi

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has expressed appreciation to former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, for read more Bala Mohammed commends Dogara for initiating road project in Bauchi

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9 h. ago Insecurity: ‘Let’s Tell Tinubu The Truth’, Bayelsa West Senator Faults Colleagues Over Patronising Comments

Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, has urged his colleagues in the Senate to speak truthfully to President Bola Tinubu about the worsening security situation in Nigeria instead of making patronising comments. Speaking during a debate on national insecurity at the Senate on Wednesday, Dickson warned against “sugarcoating” the realities on ground, saying it was […]

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9 h. ago Defence Minister Matawalle Denies Saying Zamfara Security Won’t Work Without Him

The Minister of State for Defence, Alhaji Bello Matawalle, has denied media reports claiming he said that the Zamfara State security initiative would not succeed without him. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his media aide, Ahmed Dan-Wudil, the minister described the report as “malicious and mischievous,” saying it was fabricated to tarnish his […]

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9 h. ago NCDMB Equips 50 Edo Youths With Plumbing, Water Treatment Skills

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has partnered with 17Asus Resource Limited to launch a one-month training programme on plumbing and water treatment for 50 youths in Edo State. This initiative aims to equip young Nigerians with practical skills, enhancing their employability and entrepreneurial prospects in the oil and gas industry and beyond. […]

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9 h. ago Senator Abaribe Slams Fellow Senators For Not Calling Out Tinubu Govt. Over Worsening Insecurity

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has taken a swipe at his colleagues in the National Assembly over their handling of the security crisis rocking Nigeria. While speaking on the floor of the Senate on Wednesday, November 26, Abaribe argued that his colleagues who are mostly from the ruling party always find way to draw comparison between insecurity […] The post Senator Abaribe Slams Fellow Senators For Not Calling Out Tinubu Govt. Over Worsening Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago ‘Free Release Of Kwara Worshippers Shows Government Is In Touch With Terrorists’, Says Activist Gwamnishu

Human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has alleged that the free and quiet release of 38 abducted worshippers of Christ Apostolic Church, Eruku in Kwara State showed that government officials were “in touch” with terrorist groups operating across communities. Gwamnishu stated this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television, insisting that the circumstances surrounding the […]

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