80 m. ago Edo: One killed in cult clash, govt seals cult leaders’ houses

From Tony Osauzo, Benin One person, identified as Festus, was killed in a cult clash between the Eiye and Maphite confraternities in Evboyare Community, Uhunmwode Local Government Area of Edo State. The coordinator of the Edo State Government’s Special Security Squad, Idemudia Noah, disclosed this on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in a statement issued by […] The post Edo: One killed in cult clash, govt seals cult leaders’ houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Frank Caprio: Cause of death, other things to know about ‘nicest judge in the world’

Tribune Online Frank Caprio: Cause of death, other things to know about ‘nicest judge in the world’ Born in Providence, Rhode Island in 1936, Caprio grew up in modest circumstances working as a dishwasher and shoeshiner. Frank Caprio: Cause of death, other things to know about ‘nicest judge in the world’ Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Herdsmen kill vigilante in deadly clash in Imo, another abducted, wounded

Indigenes seek refuge in neighbouring communities From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri There was palpable tension in Amakohia-Ubi community in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State on Wednesday evening as herdsmen and local security operatives clashed. The deadly clash led to the death of one vigilante, Monday Nwaozuzu, popularly known as Ojo Ola, another wounded, […] The post Herdsmen kill vigilante in deadly clash in Imo, another abducted, wounded appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Renewable Energy: Delta, REA Partner To Unlock $2.9bn GDP, $158m Investments

In a move to tackle energy access challenges, the Delta State government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to expand renewable and off-grid power solutions across the state. This collaborative initiative seeks to bring electricity to approximately 386,046 residents through 120,217 new connections, attract $158 million in private […]

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2 h. ago Fresh Wave Of Investments, Infrastructure Upgrades Trigger Telecoms Growth

The chairman of the Association of Licensed Telecommunications Operators of Nigeria (ALTON), Engr Gbenga Adebayo, has stated that Nigeria’s telecommunications sector is regaining momentum with a fresh wave of investments and infrastructure upgrades. Speaking at the unveiling of Nigeria’s first Digital Museum over the weekend, Engr. Adebayo applauded the initiative led by IHS Towers and […]

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2 h. ago ICSAN signs linkage agreement with LASU, pledges to boost human capital development

The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN), has expanded its frontiers in human capital development, in line read more ICSAN signs linkage agreement with LASU, pledges to boost human capital development

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2 h. ago Citigroup Eyes Custody, Payment Services for Stablecoins, Crypto ETFs

Citigroup has said it is considering offering custody and payment services for stablecoins and crypto-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as Wall Street accelerates its entry into the fast-expanding digital assets market. A senior Citi executive told Reuters that the new U.S. regulatory framework, which mandates stablecoin issuers to back tokens with safe assets like U.S. Treasuries […]

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3 h. ago ‘Kindest Judge in America’ Frank Caprio dies at 88 after cancer battle

Frank Caprio, the retired municipal court judge from Providence, Rhode Island, whose compassion and humour on the bench made him read more ‘Kindest Judge in America’ Frank Caprio dies at 88 after cancer battle

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4 h. ago Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has commended the Council of Obas, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), and other individuals and groups for their intervention to prevail on the Federal Government to release the withheld local government allocations. In a statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Wednesday, August 20, Adeleke praised […] The post Osun LG funds: Adeleke commends council of Obas, NBA over intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Katsina Boosts MSMEs With Industrial Hubs, Market Linkages, UNDP Partnership

Katsina State government has intensified efforts to strengthen Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through initiatives designed to improve access to markets, finance, and modern facilities. In an interview with LEADERSHIP yesterday in Abuja, pioneer director-general of the Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency (KASEDA), Hajiya Aisha Aminu, said the state, in partnership with the United […]

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4 h. ago Ebonyi Police Arrest 131 Suspects, Rescue Two Kidnap Victims

  Operatives of the Ebonyi State Police Command have arrested 131 suspects for various crimes and rescued two kidnap victims. The State Police Commissioner, Mrs. Adaku Uche-Anya, announced this on Wednesday. Addressing journalists in Abakaliki, the state capital, Uche-Anya said the suspects consist of 120 males and 11 females, apprehended for offenses including armed robbery, […] The post Ebonyi Police Arrest 131 Suspects, Rescue Two Kidnap Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago NEDC Donates Relief Items To PWDs Affected By Flood In Borno

The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has provided food and non-food items to 706 households, comprising persons living with disabilities (PWDs) who were affected by the recent flash flood in various communities of Maiduguri, in Borno State. The palliatives comprised 25kg bags of rice, cartons of spaghetti, 10kg bags of sugar, cartons of Indomie noodles, […]

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4 h. ago Frank Caprio US Judge Popular For His Courtroom Compassion Dies At 88

Born in 1936 and raised in Providence, Rhode Island, Frank Caprio had worked multiple jobs, including shining shoes and delivering newspapers, according to his website. The post Frank Caprio US Judge Popular For His Courtroom Compassion Dies At 88 appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago Gombe ACReSAL, NAWIA Partner To Empower 30,000 Women In Agriculture

Gombe State Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project plans to collaborate with the state chapter of the Nigerian Association of Women in Agriculture (NAWIA) to empower women through agricultural initiatives. .The state project coordinator of ACReSAL, Dr Sani Adamu Jauro, disclosed this during a courtesy visit by NAWIA’s state coordinator, Amina Mohammed Umar, and […]

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5 h. ago UNDP, Aquaworld train 100 women, girls in sustainable aquaculture in Ondo coastal communities

Tribune Online UNDP, Aquaworld train 100 women, girls in sustainable aquaculture in Ondo coastal communities ABOUT 100 women and girls from Ajegunle Enu Ama and Okesiri communities in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State have been equipped with hands-on skills in sustainable aquaculture through a two-day training organised under the Climate-Resilient Fisheries Project. The initiative, tagged “Female Prep,” was funded by the United Nations Development Programme Global Environment Facility […] UNDP, Aquaworld train 100 women, girls in sustainable aquaculture in Ondo coastal communities Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Impacted communities across Africa want end to TotalEnergies operations

Tribune Online Impacted communities across Africa want end to TotalEnergies operations In a continent-wide mobilisation called  Africa Week of Action to Kick Total Out of Africa, communities across Africa have demanded that TotalEnergies end its operations in the continent, pay reparations, and make way for a just energy transition. Holding from August 18 to 24, actions will take place across at least 10 African countries, including […] Impacted communities across Africa want end to TotalEnergies operations Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Humanitarian Day: FG assures on protection of Nigerians with special needs

Tribune Online Humanitarian Day: FG assures on protection of Nigerians with special needs We've been operating on policies that are old school. Now, we're trying to upgrade our policies to digital.... Humanitarian Day: FG assures on protection of Nigerians with special needs Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Anambra suspends 8 Agunaechemba officials for stripping corps member

From Obinna Odogwu, Awka Anambra State Government has suspended eight members of the Agunaechemba Vigilante Group for attacking a female National Youth Corps member (NYSC)in Oba community, Idemili South Local Government of the state. The victim,  Jennifer Elobor, was also stripped naked by the state owned local vigilance group. The video of the incident which […] The post Anambra suspends 8 Agunaechemba officials for stripping corps member appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Digital innovation cornerstone of Nigeria’s sustainable growth, global relevance — FUNAAB VC

Tribune Online Digital innovation cornerstone of Nigeria’s sustainable growth, global relevance — FUNAAB VC Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Professor Babatunde Kehinde, said digital innovation is the cornerstone of Nigeria’s sustainable growth, development, and global relevance, calling for its for its adoption. Professor Kehinde stated this in his goodwill message at the opening of the fifth national conference on Applied Information Management Technology (AIMT […] Digital innovation cornerstone of Nigeria’s sustainable growth, global relevance — FUNAAB VC Tribune Online

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8 h. ago NAICOM launches redesigned website to enhance transparency, efficiency

National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has launched its newly redesigned website aimed at improving user experience, transparency, and efficiency.  A statement from the commission said the revamped website is designed to provide easy access to information on insurance regulations, policies, and industry developments. Key features include; improved navigation, user-friendly interface for easy access to relevant information, […] The post NAICOM launches redesigned website to enhance transparency, efficiency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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