90 m. ago Kanu’s Trial: IPOB Leader Instigated Death Of 233 Security Personnel During #EndSARS Protest – Witness

The federal government’s fifth prosecution witness (PW-5) on Thursday alleged that 233 security agents were killed during the #EndSARS protest as a result of incitement by Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The witness, a Department of State Services (DSS) operative, identified as EEE for security reasons, made this claim […]

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5 h. ago APC Using EFCC To Intimidate Our Members – Plateau PDP Alleges

Peoples Democratic Party, in Plateau State has accused ruling All Progressives Congress, of orchestrating the arrest of former Speaker of the State House of Assembly and 14 others. The major opposition party also said that APC is using Economic and Financial Crimes Commission to intimidate its members ahead of the 2027 elections. This was contained […] The post APC Using EFCC To Intimidate Our Members – Plateau PDP Alleges appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago DHQ seeks media support as key player in fight against terrorism

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, on Thursday said that the media remains a powerful tool in the fight against terrorism, banditry, and other security challenges bedevilling the country. The CDS, who said the military had been contending with an array of adaptive and unconventional threats from non-state […] The post DHQ seeks media support as key player in fight against terrorism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his unwavering commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian feels the positive impact of good governance. Speaking through his representative, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at the commissioning of the new Collector Road CN2, popularly known as Zakari A. Kiari Street, on Thursday, […] The post Tinubu reaffirms commitment to good governance through infrastructure development in FCT, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Adefarasin: Pointing stun gun at anyone is an offence – Lagos CP

By John Ogunsemore The Commissioner, Lagos State Police Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh has said that pointing a stun gun at someone as a form of threat constitutes an offence. The CP stated this as guest on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily programme on Thursday in apparent reference to the case involving Senior Pastor of House on […] The post Adefarasin: Pointing stun gun at anyone is an offence – Lagos CP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Kaduna has no reason to vote for anyone except Tinubu – Speaker

Abbas Tajudeen, Speaker of the House of Representatives has said that the people of Kaduna State have no reason to read more Kaduna has no reason to vote for anyone except Tinubu – Speaker

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9 h. ago World War III Inevitable, But Nigeria Will Be Safe – Ben Murray

Founder of Silverbird Group and former senator, Ben Murray-Bruce, has predicted that World War III is inevitable. Bruce cited global instability, growing nuclear tensions, and erratic leadership across major powers. However, he believes Nigeria and much of Africa will be spared from the conflict. Speaking in an interview with global affairs expert Dane Waters on […] The post World War III Inevitable, But Nigeria Will Be Safe – Ben Murray-Bruce appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “It’s Dangerous To Speak In Nigeria Under Tinubu” – Dele Farotimi Raises Alarm

Human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has raised serious concerns over what he perceives as an increasing clampdown on free speech under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking during an interview on Thursday, Farotimi warned that Nigeria is veering dangerously towards authoritarianism The human right advocator speaks on the rising levels of government intolerance […] The post “It’s Dangerous To Speak In Nigeria Under Tinubu” – Dele Farotimi Raises Alarm appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous allegations by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking on Wednesday in Bayelsa State during the inauguration of some projects executed by the commission, the Chairman of the Governing Board […] The post NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Mexico: Hurricane Erick lands in Oaxaca, threatens flash floods

Tribune Online Mexico: Hurricane Erick lands in Oaxaca, threatens flash floods The NHC noted that Erick is the first Pacific Category 3 hurricane on record to make landfall in Mexico during June. Mexico: Hurricane Erick lands in Oaxaca, threatens flash floods Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Expelled NIPSS Course Participant Threatens Lawsuit, Demands ₦1bn, Reinstatement

Abuja-based public relations practitioner and founder of PRNigeria, Yushau Shuaib, has issued a formal pre-action notice to the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), demanding his immediate reinstatement into the Senior Executive Course (SEC 47) and compensation of ₦1billion for alleged reputational damage, emotional trauma, and financial losses resulting from what he described […]

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12 h. ago PICTORIAL: Customs Seizes ₦344m Arms, Cannabis In Ogun, Reaffirms Border Security Commitment

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s borders against economic sabotage and security threats. Speaking during a press briefing on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at the Command’s headquarters in Idiroko, the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Godwin Otunla, declared that the Command had intensified surveillance and strengthened […]

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14 h. ago Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader

Tribune Online Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader The minister alleged that a man like [Khamenei] has consistently aimed at destroying Israel through his agents. Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader Tribune Online

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15 h. ago U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

Yusuf Tuggar, Chairman of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council and Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has raised alarm over read more U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

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15 h. ago Kaduna Establishes Seven Relief Centres For Communities Facing Flood Threats

In a proactive move to mitigate the impact of flooding, the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) has unveiled seven Safe Haven Centres across the state for residents in flood-prone areas. The Executive Secretary of KADSEMA, Usman Hayatu Mazadu, disclosed this during a High-Level Consultative Meeting on Stakeholders’ Readiness Against the 2025 Flood Prediction held […] The post Kaduna Establishes Seven Relief Centres For Communities Facing Flood Threats appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Adefarasin: Brandishing stun guns to threaten is a crime — Lagos CP

Tribune Online Adefarasin: Brandishing stun guns to threaten is a crime — Lagos CP The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Owohunwa Jimoh, has said that using a stun gun to threaten or instill fear in another person is... Adefarasin: Brandishing stun guns to threaten is a crime — Lagos CP Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

…TCN records 42 cases of vandalism in 6 months Vandalisation of infrastructure has remained a recurring issue of concern in read more Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

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17 h. ago Magistrate Courts Bill Scales Second Reading At Kwara Assembly

The Magistrate Court Establishment Bill 2025 yesterday scaled the second reading at the Kwara State House of Assembly. The Bill seeks to establish the Magistrate Courts, provide for the appointment and working conditions of the state’s magistrates, and address other related matters. Speaking on the general principles of the bill, the House leader, Hon. AbdulKadir […]

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19 h. ago Family holds remembrance prayers for late philanthropist, Ogundoyin, donates N5m to SCHAF

Tribune Online Family holds remembrance prayers for late philanthropist, Ogundoyin, donates N5m to SCHAF It also brought together his children, including the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, his siblings... Family holds remembrance prayers for late philanthropist, Ogundoyin, donates N5m to SCHAF Tribune Online

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19 h. ago EFCC Arrests Former Plateau Speaker For Alleged Money Laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Mr. Moses Thomas Sule and 14 other members for alleged money laundering. The former legislators were arrested following claims by some concerned state citizens against them for allegedly violating the Money Laundering( Prevention and Prohibition) Act,  […]

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