1 hour ago ‘Claim Of N3m Bribe For Bill, Motion, Petition Presentations Baseless, Irresponsible’, Reps Tackle Jigawa Lawmaker

The House of Representatives has described as baseless and highly irresponsible, claims by the member representing Hadejia, Auyo, Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State in the House, Ibrahim Usman Auyo, that lawmakers were receiving between N1 million and N3 million before accepting to present motions, bills, or petitions on behalf of Nigerians during plenary […]

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5 h. ago NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has given the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to refund all allegedly diverted workers’ contributions from the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) and to constitute the Governing Board of the National Pension Commission (PENCOM) in accordance with the law. The directive was among the resolutions […] The post NLC gives FG 7 days to refund diverted workers’ funds from NSITF appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Aspira partners LAWMA to empower sanitation workers in Lagos

underscores long-standing commitment to hygiene, public health Aspira Nigeria Limited, manufacturer of a range of home and personal care products read more Aspira partners LAWMA to empower sanitation workers in Lagos

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5 h. ago National Assembly Members ‘Receive Money’ To Sponsor Motions, Bills, Petitions

A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ibrahim Usman Auyo, representing Hadejia, Auyo, and Kafin Hausa Federal Constituency of Jigawa State, has alleged that federal lawmakers undertake sponsorship of Motions and Bills in the House as ‘contract jobs’. The lawmaker specifically claimed that his colleagues get between ₦1million and ₦3million to agree to sponsor […]

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7 h. ago Insurers await NAICOM pronouncement on composition of new capital

Insurance Companies in Nigeria are waiting on the National Insurance Commission’s (NAICOM’s) pronouncement on what constitute the new capital requirement read more Insurers await NAICOM pronouncement on composition of new capital

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8 h. ago Police Arrest Suspected Member Of Car Theft Syndicate In Akwa Ibom

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested another member of a notorious car theft syndicate and recovered a stolen vehicle on Wednesday. Police had few days ago arrested three suspects from the gang over links to cases of stolen vehicles, and they were being interrogated at the Command’s headquarters in Uyo, the […]

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9 h. ago Eyewitness Narrates What Transpired Between Ibom Air Passenger Comfort Emmanson, Cabin Crew

David Ogede, a lawyer and passenger on the Ibom Air Uyo-Lagos flight involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson, has given a detailed eyewitness account of the events that led to the violent conduct of Emmanson and her forceful ejection by the flight crew and other aviation workers. Speaking on Channels TV’s breakfast show – Morning Brief – […]

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10 h. ago Ibom Air Hostess Threatened To Deal With Comfort Emmanson During Flight — Eyewitness

The eyewitness said he sat directly beside Comfort Emmanson on the Uyo-Lagos flight and saw “everything that transpired” on the aircraft. The post Ibom Air Hostess Threatened To Deal With Comfort Emmanson During Flight — Eyewitness appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago JIgawa State partners IHS Nigeria on digital skills acquisition for school teachers

No fewer than 100 public school teachers in the Northwest State of Jigawa were trained in digital skills and empowered read more JIgawa State partners IHS Nigeria on digital skills acquisition for school teachers

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12 h. ago IPAC Writes RSIEC Chairman, Rejects August 30 Rivers LG Elections

The Inter-Party Advisory Council of Nigeria (IPAC), the umbrella body of all registered political parties in the country, has formally rejected the upcoming Rivers State Local Government Area and Councillorship Elections scheduled for August 30, 2025, citing constitutional violations and the ongoing state of emergency in the state. In a strongly worded letter addressed to […]

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15 h. ago Three Arrested In Akwa Ibom Scrap Yard Raids Over Stolen Auto Parts

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has apprehended three men suspected of possessing stolen car parts and equipments. According to PUNCH Metro, operatives, following the directives of Commissioner of Police Baba Mohammed Azare, carried out raids on scrap yards in Uyo on Monday. The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, stated on Wednesday […] The post Three Arrested In Akwa Ibom Scrap Yard Raids Over Stolen Auto Parts appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago APF rejects planned National Council of Traditional Rulers Bill, alleges ethnic bias

Abasi People Foundation (APF) has issued a stern call to the leadership of the National Assembly to withdraw a bill seeking to establish a National Council of Traditional Rulers with permanent co-chairmanship granted to the Sultan of Sokoto and the Ooni of Ife. In a letter addressed to Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of […] The post APF rejects planned National Council of Traditional Rulers Bill, alleges ethnic bias appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation

Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has urged young women to always wear underwear when in public spaces. Her guidance follows a recent viral incident involving a female passenger on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos. On August 10, videos went viral online showing passenger Comfort Emmanson engaged in a heated confrontation with flight attendants, […] The post “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa

Tribune Online International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa Marking a significant stride in empowering young Nigerians as drivers of sustainable peace, the United Nations Office on International Youth Day: UNODC inaugurates peace champions in Bayelsa Tribune Online

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30 h. ago BREAKING: Court Discharges Ibom Air Passenger Comfort, Released From Prison

An Ikeja Magistrate’s Court in Ogba, Lagos State, on Wednesday, discharged Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger accused of unruly conduct and assault aboard the Uyo-Lagos flight, after prosecutors withdrew all charges. Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami struck out the five-count charge following a formal application by the prosecution to discontinue the matter. LEADERSHIP reports that the […]

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32 h. ago Police Smash Car Theft Syndicate, Arrest 3 Suspects In Akwa Ibom

The Anti-Robbery operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have smashed an armed robbery syndicate specialising in disposing unsuspecting persons of their vehicles. Akwa Ibom Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this to Journalists on Wednesday in Uyo, the state capital, said three suspects were apprehended at scrap sites behind […]

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33 h. ago Okpebholo to open up Edo riverine communities for development – Idahosa 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The deputy governor of Edo State, Hon Dennis Idahosa, has promised that the Monday Okpebholo-led administration will open up riverine communities in the state for sustainable development. He made the promise during the All Progressives Congress (APC) campaign rally for next Saturday Ovia federal constituency bye-election at Inikorogha in Ovia South […] The post Okpebholo to open up Edo riverine communities for development – Idahosa  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago APC Appoints Abdulrahman Haske Youth Advisory Committee Chair

All Progressives Congress (APC) has appointed Abdulrahman Bashir Haske as the chairman of the Youth Advisory Committee for the August 16, 2025, Ganye, Adamawa State Assembly Constituency by-election. According to the party, the appointment, signed by the APC’s national vice chairman, North-East, Comrade Mustapha Salihu, underscores the party’s commitment to youth empowerment and inclusive leadership. […]

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37 h. ago Court Stops Ogun Govt From Demolishing Gbenga Daniel’s Properties

The order, granted ex parte, followed an affidavit of urgency filed by Daniel and his wife, Olufunke. The post Court Stops Ogun Govt From Demolishing Gbenga Daniel’s Properties appeared first on Channels Television.

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43 h. ago FG Plants Seeds Of Peace, Prosperity At Kawu Grazing Reserve

Federal government yesterday flagged off the 2025 National Pasture Planting Day at the historic Kawu Grazing Reserve in the Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). It pledged to transform grazing reserves into hubs of sustainable livestock production, peaceful coexistence, and economic empowerment. The minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, described the […]

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