2 h. ago PICTORIAL: OPSH Troops Neutralise 1 Bandit, Arrest Gunrunner, Recover Weapons In Plateau

Troops of 3 Division/Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) while conducting offensive operations on Wednesday, July 3 at the mountainous areas of Tulus and Hokk Communities in Bokkos LGA along the fringes of Plateau and Nasarawa States, have neutralised one bandit while others fled into the surrounding bushes. OPSH, in a statement issued by its Media Information […]

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2 h. ago State police, electoral reforms top agenda as Senate opens constitution review in Lagos today

The Nigerian Senate on Friday (today) commenced its zonal public hearing on the review of the 1999 Constitution in Lagos, read more State police, electoral reforms top agenda as Senate opens constitution review in Lagos today

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4 h. ago Writer Laments Proliferation Of Sham Arts Festivals By Inexperienced Creatives

Writer, essayist and editor, Paul Liam has lamented the rise of ‘mushroom’ arts and culture festivals organized by young, inexperienced writers. In his piece, ‘Note To Emerging Arts and Festival Curators’, Liam said that young writers and creatives, for the sake of being identified as curators, take on the herculean task of hosting art and […]

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4 h. ago Soldiers kill 1 bandit in Plateau, nab gunrunner, recover weapons, ammunition

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian army said troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN, have killed a suspected bandits and arrested one gunrunner while transporting some weapons to an unknown destination. The troops in its ongoing Op LAFIYAN JAMA’A in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, conducted offensive operations at the mountainous areas of […] The post Soldiers kill 1 bandit in Plateau, nab gunrunner, recover weapons, ammunition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Ahmedabad, that Air India tragedy and the transient nature of life

Many years ago, through a “Women in Entrepreneurship” sponsorship by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), I left Lagos for New read more Ahmedabad, that Air India tragedy and the transient nature of life

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5 h. ago Masobe Unveils New Essay Collection On Nigeria’s Turbulent Journey

Masobe Books has announced the forthcoming publication of Beneath the Surface: Essays on Nigeria’s Chequered Journey, a penetrating new collection by syndicated columnist and public-policy turnaround expert, Dr. Dakuku Peterside. The title, slated for simultaneous Nigerian and international release in October 2025, will debut with public presentations in Lagos and Abuja. In the volume, Peterside […]

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5 h. ago Use Our Digital Maps To Fight Insecurity, OSGOF Urges Security Agencies

The Surveyor General of the Federation (SGOF), Abduganiyu Adeyemi Adebomehin, has advised security agencies to use digital maps provided by his office when planning operations in the country. Adebomehin noted that mapping is an integral part of security architecture, and the country cannot be an exception if we are to combat current insecurity effectively. A […]

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6 h. ago Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture

A galaxy of Nigerian celebrities converged on EbonyLife Place, Victoria Island, Lagos on Sunday, June 29 to celebrate a talkshow, The Culture League aimed to amplify African talent and cultural influence on a global scale. The star-studded launch of The Culture League, produced by Webek Studios, attracted notable personalities like Nollywood star Osas Ighodaro, media […] The post Culture League celebrates creativity, collaboration and culture -Esse Akwawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Troops Arrest 1,191 Terrorists, Rescue 543 Hostages In 3 Months – DHQ

Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Thursday said troops on internal operations arrested 1,191 terrorists, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages. The director of defence media operations, Major General Markus Kangye, briefing journalists on military operations in the second quarter of 2025, said 682 terrorists and their families surrendered. He said troops within the period from April […]

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7 h. ago Bayelsa governorship election not top on my agenda — Azibaola

Tribune Online Bayelsa governorship election not top on my agenda — Azibaola The Chairman, Kakatar Group and Zeetin Engineering, Azibaola Robert, is a man of many parts. He is a lawyer, an environmentalist, a sports enthusiast and an engineer, who has declared his intention to produce the first wholly made-in-Nigeria car. In this interview with TAIWO ADISA, he insists Bayelsa State governorship election is not top on […] Bayelsa governorship election not top on my agenda — Azibaola Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Granting Amnesty For Bandits, Terrorists Not Our Mandate – DHQ Clarifies

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said offering amnesty to surrendered bandits and terrorists was not within the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s mandate. The director of defence on media operations, Maj.-Gen Markus Kangye, clarified this during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, while providing updates on military operations in the last three months between April […]

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11 h. ago Encomium as friends, associates, religious bid renowned philanthropist farewell

He will go home in a blaze of glory on July 4   By Vivian Onyebukwa Family, friends and religious gathered for the requiem mass held at Regina Mundi Catholic Church, Mushin, Lagos, in honour of Lagos business mogul, Chief Cajethan Amadi. No fewer than 10 Catholic priests, including the Episcopal Vicar of the Archdiocese […] The post Encomium as friends, associates, religious bid renowned philanthropist farewell appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Customs seizes 2,593 parcels of cannabis concealed under truck

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Operatives of the Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service have intercepted and seized 2,693 parcels of Cannabis Sativa otherwise known as Indian hemp, smuggled through the Idiroko border into the country. Briefing newsmen on the seizure yesterday, at the NSC Sentry Post, Idiroko, the Customs Area Controller in […] The post Customs seizes 2,593 parcels of cannabis concealed under truck appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Nigeria and Brazil deepen cultural ties in creative industry exchange

Tribune Online Nigeria and Brazil deepen cultural ties in creative industry exchange In a landmark moment for cultural diplomacy and cross-continental collaboration, the Office of the Vice President of Nigeria, in partnership with Filmhouse Group, welcomed a high-level Brazilian delegation to Filmhouse Cinemas – IMAX, Lekki, Lagos. The visit was part of a broader cultural and economic mission aimed at strengthening bilateral ties through the creative industries. […] Nigeria and Brazil deepen cultural ties in creative industry exchange Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters(DHQ), said troops engaged in the counter terrorism war and other security on operations across the country, killed scores of terrorists and arrested 1,191 others, including their  kingpins The troops also rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition,  discovered and […] The post Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago DHQ: Granting amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits not our mandate

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said on Thursday that offering amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits, and other criminals is not the constitutional responsibility of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Director, Defence Media Operations, Major-General Markus Kangye, made this known, stating that the military does not engage in amnesty of any kind. He […] The post DHQ: Granting amnesty to repentant terrorists, bandits not our mandate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops engaged in the counter-terrorism war and other security operations across the country killed scores of terrorists, arrested 1,191 others, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition, discovered and destroyed about 174 illegal refining […] The post Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members

By Lukman Olabiyi The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, has called for unity among members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the local government poll, slated for Saturday, July 12. Meranda made the call following a strategic meeting held at Lagos House, Marina, between […] The post Lagos LG poll: Deputy Speaker Meranda calls for unity among APC members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Police arrest cultists, recover pistol, stolen jeep in Delta

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Operatives of the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT), led by ASP Julius Robinson, of the Delta State Police Command, have arrested four suspected cultists and fraudsters in Warri, Delta State. The suspects, alleged to be members of the Eiye Confraternity, were apprehended as the police command intensified efforts to rid the […] The post Police arrest cultists, recover pistol, stolen jeep in Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months

Tribune Online Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday announced a significant milestone in its operations, recording a revenue collection of ₦1.38 trillion in... Apapa Customs generates N1.38trn, seals three bonded terminals in six months Tribune Online

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