3 h. ago VIDEO: Youth advocate Mama Pee slams govt, police over remand of 52 Edo protesters

Youth advocate Mama Pee condemns the remand of 52 Edo protesters, urging the government to address rising insecurity instead of punishing students. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youth-advocate-mama-pee-slams-govt-police-over-remand-of-52-edo-protesters/

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3 h. ago “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency

The  presidency on Tuesday said 38 students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, who were arrested following a protest over security concerns in the Esan West LGA of Edo State, are being processed for release. The senior special assistant to President Bola Tinubu on student engagement, Sunday Asefon, disclosed this in a statement shared on […] The post “38 AAU Students Arrested During Protest Against Kidnappings In Ekpoma, To Be Released Soon” – Presidency appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Edo State has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, AAU, Ekpoma, who were remanded in prison over their alleged involvement in last Friday’s protest against insecurity in the town. In a statement issued late Monday, the PDP’s Publicity Secretary, Dan Osa-Ogbegie, described […] The post PDP Demands Release Of 52 AAU Students Arrested Over Ekpoma Anti-Kidnapping Protest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police

The National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, has demanded the immediate and unconditional release of 52 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, who were on Monday remanded in prison custody by a court. The students were arrested while protesting against the rising cases of kidnapping and abduction in Ekpoma and environs. The National […] The post Ekpoma Protest: “Release 52 AAU Students Now Or Face Us” – NANS Warns Police appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Osun to vaccinate over two million children, teenagers against measles, rubella

Lagos Deputy Gov. Obafemi Hamzat urges graduating students at Fountain University to become active graduates and architects of solutions for Nigeria’s futu Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-to-vaccinate-over-two-million-children-teenagers-against-measles-rubella/

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7 h. ago UK govt vows further sanctions, summons Iran envoy over protests

Britain will seek further sanctions on Iran and has summoned its ambassador in response to the deadly crackdown on protesters across the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-govt-vows-further-sanctions-summons-iran-envoy-over-protests/

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7 h. ago Govt reopens Kebbi school three months after students’ abduction

Kebbi State has reopened a girls’ school three months after a student abduction, implementing enhanced security protocols for a safe learning environment. Read More: https://punchng.com/govt-reopens-kebbi-school-three-months-after-students-abduction/

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9 h. ago Oba Of Benin Cautions Youths Against Violence Amid Security Crisis

His advice followed media reports surrounding the recent incidents involving students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU)in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area. The post Oba Of Benin Cautions Youths Against Violence Amid Security Crisis appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 h. ago Kebbi Govt Reopens Maga School After Abduction, Deploys Security Operatives

The government has assured that all necessary security measures have been put in place to guarantee the safety of students and staff. The post Kebbi Govt Reopens Maga School After Abduction, Deploys Security Operatives appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago Edo Govt Debunks Ekpoma Riot Claims, Says Violence ‘Sponsored From Abroad’

Security agencies, according to the state, have already identified the suspected masterminds who were said to have contacted several individuals in Ekpoma, with funding from the diaspora. The post Edo Govt Debunks Ekpoma Riot Claims, Says Violence ‘Sponsored From Abroad’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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14 h. ago Edo Govt Postpones School Resumption Date In Central District

The development was after last Saturday's peaceful protest over insecurity and kidnapping in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area, which turned violent. The post Edo Govt Postpones School Resumption Date In Central District appeared first on Channels Television.

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17 h. ago Barau To Distribute Tricycles, Motorcycles To Students, Headmasters

Deputy Senate president, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has announced plans to distribute tricycles and motorcycles to students, headmasters, and other beneficiaries in the Kano North Senatorial District  as part of a comprehensive empowerment programme aimed at enhancing access to education and improving livelihoods. The initiative, unveiled during a press briefing yesterday by his special assistant […]

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18 h. ago U.S. Revokes Over 100,000 Visas, Including Thousands Of Student Permits

The United States Department of State has revoked more than 100,000 visas, including thousands issued to international students and specialised professionals, citing encounters with law enforcement for criminal activity. In a statement shared on X on Monday, the department announced: “The State Department has now revoked over 100,000 visas, including some 8,000 student visas and […]

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18 h. ago Group Hails Kano Govt Over Enhanced Security Amid Yusuf’s Defection Talk

The Kano People’s Rights Alliance (KPRA) has commended the Kano State Government for what it described as timely and necessary steps to enhance security across the state, particularly around the Government House, following heightened political tension linked to the planned defection of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. KPRA noted that political activities in Kano State have […]

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19 h. ago Jigawa warns principals against sabotaging school feeding programme

The Jigawa State Government warns principals against sabotaging the school feeding programme, suspending one for fraud after unannounced inspections. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-warns-principals-against-sabotaging-school-feeding-programme/

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21 h. ago Islamic scholars dismiss terrorism financing claims against Bauchi govt

Islamic scholars in Bauchi State refute terrorism financing claims, describing the allegations as false and politically motivated to undermine peace. Read More: https://punchng.com/islamic-scholars-dismiss-terrorism-financing-claims-against-bauchi-govt/

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27 h. ago Dreams dashed: How Alonso’s Real Madrid return crumbled under a year

Xabi Alonso’s dream return to Real Madrid lasted less than eight months. Explore the reasons for his dismissal, from poor results to player friction. Read More: https://punchng.com/dreams-dashed-how-alonsos-real-madrid-return-crumbled-under-a-year/

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27 h. ago Edo PDP faults varsity students’ arraignment, remand over protest

Edo State’s PDP condemns the arrest of Ambrose Alli University students after an insecurity protest, demanding their immediate and unconditional release. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-pdp-faults-varsity-students-arraignment-remand-over-protest/

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27 h. ago Protest: NANS condemns detention of Edo varsity students, demands release

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) condemns the detention of 52 Edo varsity students and demands their immediate, unconditional release. Read More: https://punchng.com/protest-nans-condemns-detention-of-edo-varsity-students-demands-release/

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31 h. ago Katsina govt defends release of 70 suspected bandits, calls it part of peace deal

Katsina State Government has justified its decision to initiate the release of 70 suspected bandits who were found wanting in read more Katsina govt defends release of 70 suspected bandits, calls it part of peace deal

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