3 h. ago Ijebu chief warns kingmakers against moneybags’ influence in Awujale selection

An Ijebu chief has urged kingmakers to remain neutral and avoid corruption in the Awujale selection, warning moneybags not to hijack the process. Read More: https://punchng.com/ijebu-chief-warns-kingmakers-against-moneybags-influence-in-awujale-selection/

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5 h. ago NBA decries rising kidnapping, banditry, other related cases in Oyo

Lawal also appealed to the Commissioner of Police in Oyo State to urgently overhaul the state’s security framework.

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6 h. ago Soludo seeks Anambra Assembly’s approval for virement in 2025 budget

He urged the House to consider and approve the draft virement for the 2025 Appropriation Bill without delay.

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6 h. ago FCCPC seals Ikeja DisCo over alleged consumer rights violations

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed the headquarters of the Ikeja Electric Distribution Company (IKEDC) in read more FCCPC seals Ikeja DisCo over alleged consumer rights violations

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7 h. ago Ondo: Police arrest three for allegedly staging kidnapping to extort family

He explained that police operatives from the command immediately opened an investigation, while preliminary findings revealed that the supposed victim had deliberately planned his own abduction.

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8 h. ago Help tackle insecurity in Edo, Okpebholo urges new brigade commander

Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo urges the new 4 Brigade Commander to help tackle Edo insecurity, pledging full government cooperation and support. Read More: https://punchng.com/help-tackle-insecurity-in-edo-okpebholo-urges-new-brigade-commander/

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9 h. ago PalmPay renews push for financial inclusion, urges community

PalmPay is doubling down on its mission to make everyday financial life easier for millions of Nigerians, particularly for underserved read more PalmPay renews push for financial inclusion, urges community-driven solutions

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9 h. ago Viral Video: Lagos Police Arrest 13 For Allegedly Assaulting Inspector After Wrongly Accusing Him Of Theft In Oshodi

The Lagos State Police Command has seen a video circulating widely across various social media platforms showing an Inspector of Police being beaten, with a caption falsely alleging that he was caught stealing. The Command wishes to categorically clarify that the narration accompanying the video is false and misleading. (2) The Inspector in question is […] The post Viral Video: Lagos Police Arrest 13 For Allegedly Assaulting Inspector After Wrongly Accusing Him Of Theft In Oshodi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Experts urge systematic approach to improve healthcare access

Health experts advocate for a systematic approach using implementation research to overcome barriers and improve healthcare access for new health intervent Read More: https://punchng.com/experts-urge-systematic-approach-to-improve-healthcare-access/

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11 h. ago Reps ask FG to prioritise forex allocation to airline operators

The House of Representatives on Thursday urged the Federal Government to prioritise the allocation of foreign exchange at concessionary rates for airline operators.

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11 h. ago FCCPC seals Ikeja Disco’s head office over consumer rights violation

The FCCPC has sealed Ikeja Electric’s corporate headquarters over alleged non-compliance with regulatory orders and consumer rights violations. Read More: https://punchng.com/fccpc-seals-ikeja-discos-head-office-over-consumer-rights-violation/

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11 h. ago Nigeria’s political class sabotaging national progress, says Emir Sanusi

Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi, alleges Nigeria’s political class deliberately sabotages national progress for personal gain, viewing public office as busi Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-political-class-sabotaging-national-progress-says-emir-sanusi/

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12 h. ago Federal Government Intervenes As Burkina Faso Holds On To NAF Aircraft, Personnel

The Nigerian Government has waded into the diplomatic row surrounding the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) C-130 aircraft and 11 military personnel currently being detained in Burkina Faso. This comes after the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), comprising Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger, claimed the aircraft violated Burkinabe airspace, an allegation that NAF has strongly denied. […]

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12 h. ago Oil Firm Denies Settling N4.8bn Fraud Case With Ibeto, Demands $3m

Founder and group managing director of Dozzy Group, Chief Daniel Chukwudozie, has refuted claims that he had reached an out-of-court settlement with businessman, Chief Cletus Ibeto and his group of companies over an alleged N4.8 billion fraud. The organisation, in a press statement issued on behalf of its chairman, maintained that the dispute remains unresolved, […]

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13 h. ago Oyo PDP members urged to put party interest above personal ambitions

"Politics may be a game of interests but those interests lose meaning the moment they begin to threaten collective strength of the party

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13 h. ago Venezuela’s National Guard Committed ‘Crimes Against Humanity’ – UN Probe

The Bolivarian National Guard (GNB), a military force tasked with maintaining public order, was a central actor in the persecution of President Nicolas Maduro's opponents. The post Venezuela’s National Guard Committed ‘Crimes Against Humanity’ – UN Probe appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago ASUP president decries poor attention to polytechnics, seeks urgent government action

…insists on establishment of national commission for polytechnics The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has accused governments at all read more ASUP president decries poor attention to polytechnics, seeks urgent government action

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14 h. ago FBI Warns US Government Employees Against China’s ‘Fake Job Offers’

The United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a new security alert warning current and former US government employees about a growing tactic allegedly used by China’s intelligence services to obtain sensitive information through fraudulent online job offers. In a public advisory in Atlanta, the FBI accused the Chinese operatives of posing as […]

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15 h. ago EFCC interview was about Abacha loot duplication allegation, not terrorism – Malami

Ex-AGF Abubakar Malami clarifies his EFCC interview was solely about alleged Abacha loot duplication, refuting claims of terrorism financing or money laund Read More: https://punchng.com/efcc-interview-was-about-abacha-loot-duplication-allegation-not-terrorism-malami/

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16 h. ago Ghana deports three Israelis over harsh treatment of Ghanaians

Ghana deports three Israelis in retaliation for the alleged ill-treatment and unjustified deportation of three Ghanaian nationals by Israeli authorities. Read More: https://punchng.com/ghana-deports-three-israelis-over-harsh-treatment-of-ghanaians/

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