3 h. ago Gaming, gambling addiction: A growing societal burden needing urgent attention

Tribune Online Gaming, gambling addiction: A growing societal burden needing urgent attention By Vivian Ihechu (NAN) In Nigeria, a silent and rapidly escalating crisis—Gaming and Gambling Addiction—is overwhelmingly affecting public health and social well-being, particularly among the youth. Physical ailments like hypertension, diabetes and cancer often overshadow public health discussions, but mental and social well-being are emerging as critical, often-overlooked, drivers of risky behaviours such as problem […] Gaming, gambling addiction: A growing societal burden needing urgent attention Tribune Online

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4 h. ago 398 Suspects Arrested As Security Forces Storm Kaduna Hotspots

A massive security sweep in Kaduna State has led to the arrest of 398 criminal suspects within just nine days, according to the State Police Command. The operation, spearheaded by the Nigeria Police Force, is part of a coordinated initiative involving multiple security agencies including the Nigerian Army, DSS, Civil Defence, Immigration, NDLEA, FRSC, Customs, […] The post 398 Suspects Arrested As Security Forces Storm Kaduna Hotspots appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Oshoala, Plumptre In As Super Falcons’ Coach Announces WAFCON 2024 Squad

Super Falcons’ striker Asisat Oshoala and defender Ashley Plumptre have been added to the list of players named by coach Justin Madugu for the 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations. The list, which was released on Friday also included captain Rasheedat Ajibade, with 11 players set to make their debuts at the tournament starting in […] The post Oshoala, Plumptre In As Super Falcons’ Coach Announces WAFCON 2024 Squad appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG

…Says summit, a landmark moment  From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja   The Federal Government, has said the West African Economic Summit (WAES) reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region-wide collaboration, bringing together, all West African countries, irrespective of institutional alignments, to confront shared challenges and seize the opportunities that await the sub-region.   The Minister of […] The post WAES reflects Nigeria’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, region wide collaboration – FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Osun LG Crisis: Senate caucus seeks president’s intervention 

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The three Senators representing Osun East, West and Central, Francis Fadahunsi, Olalere Oyewumi and Oluwole Olubiyi, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu, to urgently step into the Local Government crisis in Osun State. In a passionate appeal to the president, jointly signed by the three Senators and made available to our […] The post Osun LG Crisis: Senate caucus seeks president’s intervention  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Anambra UBE board chair praises Soludo for clearing matching grant arrears

Tribune Online Anambra UBE board chair praises Soludo for clearing matching grant arrears The chairperson of Universal Basic Education board in Anambra State, Dr. Vera Nwadinobi, has praised the state governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo for the payment of its three years arears of matching grants owed by previous administration. Anambra UBE board chair praises Soludo for clearing matching grant arrears Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Refugees, displaced persons deserve dignity, protection — NHRC

Tribune Online Refugees, displaced persons deserve dignity, protection — NHRC As Nigeria joins the rest of the global community to commemorate the 2025 World Refugee Day, the Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN, has emphasized the need for urgent attention to the plight of refugees and forcibly displaced persons in the country. Refugees, displaced persons deserve dignity, protection — NHRC Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Lagos deepens infrastructural collaboration through PPP roundtable

Tribune Online Lagos deepens infrastructural collaboration through PPP roundtable “PPPs allow Lagos State to tackle private capital in the name of tactical private capacities, competencies, and expertise, and Lagos deepens infrastructural collaboration through PPP roundtable Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Tinubu charges Abuja residents to own, use, protect, celebrate new arterial road N5

As Wike says FCT tax system is to pressure for devt, not to embarrass taxpayers From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu at the commissioning of the newly completed arterial road N5, stretching from Life Camp Junction to Ring Road III (RR3) in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has urged residents to own […] The post Tinubu charges Abuja residents to own, use, protect, celebrate new arterial road N5 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago FG urged to include private institutions in TETFund research grants

Tribune Online FG urged to include private institutions in TETFund research grants Government should Prioritise consistent investment in scientific research, especially in Physical Chemistry, which is vital for progress in energy, health, environment FG urged to include private institutions in TETFund research grants Tribune Online

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11 h. ago ChatGPT may be eroding users’ critical thinking skills — MIT Study

OpenAI’s ChatGPT may be limiting users’ ability to think critically, according to a recent Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Study. read more ChatGPT may be eroding users’ critical thinking skills — MIT Study

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12 h. ago Ekiti Chief Judge Pardons 17 Inmates, Grants Bail To 8 Others

No fewer than 17 awaiting trial inmates at the Nigerian Correctional Centre, Ado Ekiti, have been granted pardon by the Ekiti State Acting Chief Judge, Hon. Justice Lekan Ogunmoye. The Acting Chief Judge also granted bail to eight (8) other inmates of the facility as part of his constitutional duty to de-congest correctional facilities through […]

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13 h. ago World Refugee Day: Institute Calls For End To Insecurity, Mass Killings

As the world marks the World Refugee Day on June 20, the Institute for Humanitarian Studies and Social Development (IHSD) in Nigeria has called on the African leaders and the global community to act decisively against the growing scourge of insecurity, displacement, and mass killings across the continent. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja […]

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13 h. ago Senator Katung urges religious leaders to promote peace in Southern Kaduna

Tribune Online Senator Katung urges religious leaders to promote peace in Southern Kaduna Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, the senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District, has appealed to religious leaders to continue to preach the gospel of peace and unity across Kaduna State, particularly in Southern Kaduna communities. Senator Katung urges religious leaders to promote peace in Southern Kaduna Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Iseyin Health College Provost urges new students to serve humanity

Tribune Online Iseyin Health College Provost urges new students to serve humanity The Provost of Iseyin College of Science and Health Technology, Professor Oluwasogo Olalubi, has charged new students of the institution to use their time in the school—and beyond—to serve humanity and transform their society. He made the call during the 2025 Matriculation Ceremony of the College, held at Ajelanwa Village, Iseyin, Oyo State. He urged […] Iseyin Health College Provost urges new students to serve humanity Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Federal Gov’t Promises Support For ‘Journalists Village’ Project In Abuja

The Federal Government has expressed its support to the National Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, in order to bring to fruition, its Journalists Village project in Abuja. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who disclosed this, also gave assurance to include members of the NUJ FCT Council in the housing […]

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15 h. ago Preserving our heritage: The urgent need for documentation, storytelling

Tribune Online Preserving our heritage: The urgent need for documentation, storytelling In our fast-paced world, where the present constantly demands attention and the future races toward us, the past is often neglected. I have said it repeatedly: we do not document our stories well enough. The painstaking nature of the process is understandable, it demands time, effort, and emotional investment. Yet, as we witness the rapid […] Preserving our heritage: The urgent need for documentation, storytelling Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Leaders can use digital infrastructure to regain citizens’ trust — Tijani

Bosun Tijani, minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, has urged global leaders to embrace Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) as read more Leaders can use digital infrastructure to regain citizens’ trust — Tijani

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16 h. ago Nigeria Needs PPP To Tackle N19trn Infrastructure Deficit — Minister

Minister of State for Works, Barrister Bello Mohammed Goronyo has said that Nigeria cannot address its staggering infrastructure deficit, estimated at over N19 trillion, without embracing Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). Speaking at the 2025 Nigeria PPP Summit held on June 17 and 18 in Abuja, the Minister emphasised that PPPs remain the only sustainable path toward […]

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16 h. ago JUSUN strike: Ondo NBA urges Aiyedatiwa to implement judiciary financial autonomy

Tribune Online JUSUN strike: Ondo NBA urges Aiyedatiwa to implement judiciary financial autonomy “Whenever it rains, it beats litigants, judges and lawyers in their robes. The situation is so dreadful that buckets are being supplied to leaky portions of courtrooms JUSUN strike: Ondo NBA urges Aiyedatiwa to implement judiciary financial autonomy Tribune Online

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