4 h. ago Gbenga Daniel: Ogun govt clarifies ‘suspend work order’ on Sagamu road rehabilitation

Tribune Online Gbenga Daniel: Ogun govt clarifies ‘suspend work order’ on Sagamu road rehabilitation The Ogun State Government has cleared the air over a news report that it stopped the rehabilitation of a road project in Sagamu facilitated by Senator Gbenga Daniel. Gbenga Daniel: Ogun govt clarifies ‘suspend work order’ on Sagamu road rehabilitation Tribune Online

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7 h. ago ‘I Will Sign Your Condolences’, Again, Wike Fires Back At Those Wishing Him Dead

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has issued a fierce response to individuals spreading rumours of his ill-health, declaring that those wishing him dead will die before him. The minister, who spoke on Thursday in Abuja during the flag-off ceremony for the construction of the Arterial Road N1 from Wuye District to […]

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9 h. ago Drone Technology To Revolutionize Traffic Monitoring In Lagos – LASTMA

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Thursday officially launched the use of drone technology to monitor traffic across the state. The initiative also aims to improve accident response and enhance road safety measures in Lagos. Speaking at the unveiling, LASTMA’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, said the initiative represents a major leap in traffic […] The post Drone Technology To Revolutionize Traffic Monitoring In Lagos – LASTMA appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago NDLEA hands over 450,000 pregabalin capsules to NAFDAC in Kano

Tribune Online NDLEA hands over 450,000 pregabalin capsules to NAFDAC in Kano The drugs were intercepted on Kano-Hadejia Road, leading to the arrest of three individuals. NDLEA hands over 450,000 pregabalin capsules to NAFDAC in Kano Tribune Online

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10 h. ago MAX unveils bold plan to scale EV financing, infrastructure across Africa

MAX, Africa’s mobility and technology company, has announced plans to scale electric vehicle (EV) financing and infrastructure across the continent, read more MAX unveils bold plan to scale EV financing, infrastructure across Africa

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14 h. ago Police Arrest Man With Suspected Human Flesh, Recover Abandoned Vehicle In Oyo

  The Oyo State Police Command has arrested one Alfa Basiru for allegedly being in possession of suspected human flesh and recovered an abandoned vehicle at the Toll Gate in Ibadan. The Command, in a statement on Thursday, emphasised the importance of its ongoing stop-and-search operations across highways, intersections, and adjoining roads, describing them as […]

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16 h. ago Troops Kill Bandit, Recover Weapons During Ambush In Plateau

A bandit has been killed by troops of the 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace during an ambush in Odare Forest, Dutsen Zaki, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State. Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, spokesman for the task force, stated on Wednesday that the intelligence-driven operation occurred on September 16. Zhakom stated that the […] The post Troops Kill Bandit, Recover Weapons During Ambush In Plateau appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Niger Police Arrest Nine Over Fake Kidnap To Extort ₦7m Ransom

The Niger State Police Command has arrested nine individuals for allegedly staging a self-kidnap and attempting to extort a ransom of ₦7 million. The command’s spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, explaining that the suspects were linked to a fraudulent Ponzi scheme and had conspired to deceive their associates. According to […] The post Niger Police Arrest Nine Over Fake Kidnap To Extort ₦7m Ransom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Bandits Release Abductees In Faskari, After Peace Deal With Katsina Govt.

Bandits have released several abductees in Faskari Local Government Area, Katsina State, following negotiations, according to reports. The development was confirmed on Wednesday through a post on X by Bakatsine, a conflict and crisis journalist specializing in insecurity in northwest Nigeria. According to Bakatsine, notorious bandit leader Isiya Akwashi Garwa personally handed over the victims […] The post Bandits Release Abductees In Faskari, After Peace Deal With Katsina Govt. appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Katsina Court Jails SRRBDA Director For Diverting Public Funds

A High Court sitting in Katsina has sentenced Mr. Rabiu Musa Matazu, the Director of Administration at the Sokoto Rima River Basin Development Authority (SRRBDA), to six years imprisonment for diverting government funds for personal use. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) confirmed the conviction in a statement issued on Wednesday […] The post Katsina Court Jails SRRBDA Director For Diverting Public Funds appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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23 h. ago We’ve awarded over N200bn road contracts in three years — Ekiti gov

Tribune Online We’ve awarded over N200bn road contracts in three years — Ekiti gov “These roads were carefully selected to connect commercial hubs, large communities, and provide alternatives for commuters. We’ve awarded over N200bn road contracts in three years — Ekiti gov Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Gunmen Ambush Vehicle, Kidnap Passengers On Katsina’s Wawal Kaza–Dayi Road

Suspected bandits on Monday reportedly kidnapped several passengers travelling along the Wawal Kaza–Dayi highway in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, despite ongoing peace initiatives in the region. The incident, which occurred around 1:30 p.m. on September 16, was disclosed by security analyst Zagazola Makama in a post on X (formerly Twitter). According to […] The post Gunmen Ambush Vehicle, Kidnap Passengers On Katsina’s Wawal Kaza–Dayi Road appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago 4,000 CNG Trucks: Probe Dangote’s Road Safety Records, DAPPMAN Tells FRSC

The call comes on the heels of Dangote's newly launched Compressed Natural Gas-powered trucks for direct supply of petroleum products to filling stations nationwide. The post 4,000 CNG Trucks: Probe Dangote’s Road Safety Records, DAPPMAN Tells FRSC appeared first on Channels Television.

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33 h. ago UK: Passengers warned as Ventura and Arvia cruises cancelled

Tribune Online UK: Passengers warned as Ventura and Arvia cruises cancelled United Kingdom passengers planning to travel on upcoming Ventura and Arvia cruises have been told their trips will not go ahead. UK: Passengers warned as Ventura and Arvia cruises cancelled Tribune Online

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33 h. ago NBS Report: Ekiti Confident Interventions Will Reduce High Inflation Rate

Ekiti State government has expressed confidence that its various investment in ease of doing business, road construction and rural electrification will address high inflation rate of the state. The assurance was in reaction to the National Bureau of Statistics’ (NBS) August 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI), revealing that the State recorded an all-item inflation rate […]

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38 h. ago Gunmen storm baptism ceremony in Niger Republic on motorbikes, kill 22 people

Tribune Online Gunmen storm baptism ceremony in Niger Republic on motorbikes, kill 22 people Islamic State has “summarily executed” more than 127 villagers and Muslim worshippers in Gunmen storm baptism ceremony in Niger Republic on motorbikes, kill 22 people Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Importation, Inflation Threatening Auto Manufacturing Growth

The Nigerian automobile industry is facing significant hiccups, as rising importation of foreign vehicles and high inflation rates continue to threaten the progress of local vehicle manufacturing and assembly. Authorities in the industry have raised concerns that these factors could undermine government efforts to boost domestic automotive production, reduce unemployment, and stimulate economic growth. Over […]

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45 h. ago NAF Strikes Target ISWAP Terrorists In Borno, Kill Commanders, Destroy Gun Trucks

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the killing of 11 fighters belonging to the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) during separate counter-insurgency operations in Borno and Adamawa States. According to a statement released on Tuesday, the first confrontation occurred on September 15 when troops on patrol along the Baga–Cross Kauwa road in Kukawa Local Government […] The post NAF Strikes Target ISWAP Terrorists In Borno, Kill Commanders, Destroy Gun Trucks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Police intercept vehicle with weapons, ammunition in Zamfara

From John Bassey, Gusau Zamfara State Police Command has intercepted a vehicle with four K-47 rifles, 228 rounds of live ammunition and  four magazines while on normal routine patrol in the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued by Zamfara  state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) DSP Yazid Abubakar, he revealed that  on  September […] The post Police intercept vehicle with weapons, ammunition in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago Gov Soludo approves N38bn for Ekwulobia–Ufuma road dualisation

Tribune Online Gov Soludo approves N38bn for Ekwulobia–Ufuma road dualisation The approvals were part of resolutions reached at the council’s 19th meeting of the year, held on Monday... Gov Soludo approves N38bn for Ekwulobia–Ufuma road dualisation Tribune Online

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