4 h. ago NSA seeks religious leaders’collaboration against terrorism, extremism

The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has called for greater collaboration between religious leaders, communities, security agencies, and the government in the fight against terrorism and extremism. Ribadu made this call on Sunday in his Eid-el-Fitr message to the Muslim community, emphasizing that their collective efforts are essential for strengthening national security. Ribadu urged Nigerians Read More

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4 h. ago Lynched travellers: CDS squad goes after killers, Okpebholo consults govs

•14 arrested as gov suspends security corps boss, illegal vigilante groups The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Sunday, strongly condemned the killing of 16 hunters in Edo State, vowing that the perpetrators will be brought to justice. The CDS pledged, as the Edo State government said, that Governor Monday Okpehbolo had reached Read More

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8 h. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers 

Governor Monday Okpebholo, has suspended Commander of Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, over recent killings of northern travellers in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that some individuals, suspected to be terrorists, were arrested on the 27th of March, 2025 and set ablaze by […] The post Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Vigilante Group Over Killing Of Northern Travellers  appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Edo Gov Suspends Security Chief, Bans Illegal Vigilante Groups Over Uromi Killings

Edo State governor, Monday Okpebholo, has ordered the immediate suspension of the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, CP Friday Ibadin (Rtd), and banned all illegal vigilante groups operating in the state. The decision followed the gruesome killing of 16 travellers of northern extraction in Uromi, Esan North-East local government area of the State, […]

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8 h. ago Money For Hospital Project Paid In Full Multiple Times With Nothing In Place — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu, said the agency uncovered massive corruption where some (unnamed) government officials paid 100 per cent fees for a hospital project that was never built. The ICPC chairman said the most troubling part of the corruption was that the officials ensured […]

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9 h. ago NDYC Condemns Smear Campaign Against Matawalle, Cautions Against Politicising Insecurity

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has strongly condemned the smear campaign against Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, by some political elements. The NDYC described the campaign as a deliberate attempt to sabotage the ongoing fight against insecurity and destabilise the national security apparatus for selfish political gains. In a statement […]

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9 h. ago FULL LIST: FA Cup semis set as Forest draw Man City, C’Palace to play Villa

The FA Cup quarter-finals wrapped up in dramatic fashion, with Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa, and Manchester City advancing to the semi-finals on Sunday. Fans are now gearing up for blockbuster clashes at Wembley Stadium in late April. Crystal Palace Cruise Past Fulham Crystal Palace secured their spot with a commanding 3-0 victory over Read More

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12 h. ago Uromi Killing: Okpebholo Sacks Security Corps Boss, Suspends Vigilante Groups

Edo State governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo has relieved the Commander of the State Security Corps, CP. Friday Ibadin (Rtd.) of his job. The Governor also ordered the immediate suspension of all illegal vigilante groups operating under whatever guise in the State. A statement on Sunday by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, […]

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13 h. ago Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies

Tribune Online Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies The spokesman for the House of Representatives and lawmaker representing Ekiti North I (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency, Akintunde Rotimi, has condemned the lynching of a group of travellers by youths along the Uromi-Obajana Road in Edo State. Arrest killers of Edo travellers, Reps spokesman tells security agencies Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Edo killings: CDS Musa warns citizens against jungle justice

Tribune Online Edo killings: CDS Musa warns citizens against jungle justice The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has assured Nigerians that the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) will work closely with the Police and other relevant security agencies to identify and apprehend the perpetrators of the recent killings of some hunters while in transit in Edo State. Edo killings: CDS Musa warns citizens against jungle justice Tribune Online

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14 h. ago FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio

Tribune Online FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has pledged to engage with the administration of President Bola Tinubu to secure a refund for the funds expended by the Ekiti State Government on the construction of federal roads in the state. FG will refund Ekiti money expended on federal road — Akpabio Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Igbo town unions propose tripartite security strategy for Southeast

Call for Kanu’s release From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Association of Igbo Town Unions (ASITU) has unveiled a tripartite security strategy aimed at addressing the lingering insecurity in the Southeast. The organisation emphasised the need for a sustainable and inclusive approach to resolving the crisis in the area and fostering regional development. In a statement […] The post Igbo town unions propose tripartite security strategy for Southeast appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Nasarawa LP condemns Edo killings, demands thorough investigation

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State chapter of the Labour Party has strongly condemned the killing of 16 Northern travellers in Uromi, Edo State, urging security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure swift justice for the victims. In a statement issued on Sunday in Lafia to mark this year’s Eid al-Fitr celebration, […] The post Nasarawa LP condemns Edo killings, demands thorough investigation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago TETFund to launch 18 new innovation hubs in tertiary institutions

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has announced plans to establish 18 new innovation hubs across tertiary institutions to strengthen Nigeria’s research and innovation. Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, disclosed this at the closing ceremony of the 30th Cohort of the Research for Impact (R4i) initiative, held at Innov8 Technology […] The post TETFund to launch 18 new innovation hubs in tertiary institutions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Okpebholo suspends Security Corps Commander over Uromi killings

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has ordered the suspension of the Edo State Security Corps Commander, CP Friday Ibadin (retd). The governor also ordered the immediate suspension of all illegal vigilante groups operating under whatever guise in the state. A special announcement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar […] The post Okpebholo suspends Security Corps Commander over Uromi killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Dangote, Otedola, others make Forbes’ 2025 billionaires list

Tribune Online Dangote, Otedola, others make Forbes’ 2025 billionaires list Femi Otedola, the chairman of First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) Holdings Plc, secured the joint 16th position with a net worth of $1.5 billion. Dangote, Otedola, others make Forbes’ 2025 billionaires list Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi

Tribune Online Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Emir Sanusi also declared that the annual traditional heritage, usually celebrated at the end of Ramadan, is not a matter of life and death but a cultural symbol dating back to the 15th century. Sallah Durbar: Security embargo in best interest of Kano — Emir Sanusi Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production

From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Federal Government has secured a 12 billion Japanese Yen loan through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to boost food production under the National Agricultural Growth Scheme and Agro-Pocket (NAGS-AP). Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Abubakar Kyari, in a statement at the weekend by the Chief Information Officer, Eremah […] The post Nigeria secures ¥12bn loan from Japan to enhance food production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Edo In Kano Condemn Uromi Killing, Police Dispel Reprisal Rumour

Edo Community Association in Kano State has condemned the killing of travellers in Uromi, saying they stood with President Bola Tinubu and the Edo State governor in expressing sympathy with the affected families. The public relations officer of the association on behalf of their president, Dr. Patrick Agbaror, urged security agencies to properly investigate the […]

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19 h. ago Emir Sanusi backs Sallah Durbar ban, cites security concerns

The 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has supported the ban on the annual Sallah Durbar, emphasising that the decision was necessary for peace and security in the state. Speaking at an Iftar dinner at his palace on Saturday, Sanusi described the Durbar—an age-old cultural tradition—as non-essential compared to the safety of Kano residents Read More

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