2 h. ago Nwoko Seeks Social Media Regulation As TikToker Acuses Him Of Plot To Kill Regina Daniels

Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North, has renewed his push for the passage of the social media regulation bill, citing the spread of damaging online allegations — including a recent claim that he paid to have his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, killed. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Nwoko, passed second reading in the Senate on March […] The post Nwoko Seeks Social Media Regulation As TikToker Acuses Him Of Plot To Kill Regina Daniels appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Ondo council chair seeks monarchs’ support to fight insecurity

Akure North’s chairman gives vehicles to monarchs to boost security surveillance and intelligence gathering, supporting the fight against insecurity. Read More: https://punchng.com/ondo-council-chair-seeks-monarchs-support-to-fight-insecurity/

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7 h. ago Groups urge FG to make public signed MoU on JBS’ $2.5bn investment in Ogun

The organisations, which included the Youth in Agroecology and Restoration Network; Environmental Rights Action; HEDA Resource Centre, on Thursday, protested over the signing of the MoU,that the billions dollar investment is a threat to small holders farmers.

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10 h. ago Military, NYSC strengthen partnership in Borno for corps members’ safety

Operation Hadin Kai reaffirms its commitment to NYSC Borno safety, guaranteeing the welfare of corps members ahead of local government elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-nysc-strengthen-partnership-in-borno-for-corps-members-safety/

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11 h. ago Troops Arrested 74 Terrorists, Rescued 318 Victims In November – Defence Headquarters

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops on internal operations rescued 318 kidnap victims, arrested 74 terrorists’ collaborators, oil thieves and other criminals in November. The director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, who gave the figures yesterday, said 69 terrorists’ and their families surrendered to troops in the North East within the month. […]

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12 h. ago Step Up Offensive Against Terrorists, Governor Radda Urges Gen. Musa

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has urged the new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), to sustain and intensify military offensives against bandits terrorising the North-West region of the country. Governor Radda made the call in a congratulatory message following General Musa’s appointment and swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu, describing his choice […]

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15 h. ago At Ologuneru, it was a battle of wits and wills over Circular Road corridor

The atmosphere was thick with apprehension. Palpable fear filled the air. Even some government officials walked with trepidation. Everyone was cautious and most people had already mapped out an escape strategy in case things turned awry. Many, despite the presence of security officers, had their vehicles parked far away from the centre of action and […]

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16 h. ago From declaration to action: The urgent test of Nigeria’s defence strategy

In the first week after President Bola Tinubu declared a nationwide security emergency, Nigeria has already been shaken by fresh read more From declaration to action: The urgent test of Nigeria’s defence strategy

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20 h. ago Nigeria must protect democracy as Sahel faces coups – Ribadu

NSA Nuhu Ribadu warns Nigeria must protect its democracy, as it remains the only stable one in the Sahel region amid widespread military coups and instabil Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-must-protect-democracy-as-sahel-faces-coups-ribadu/

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21 h. ago Military foils oil theft worth N217m, rescues 318 kidnapped victims in November, says DHQ

The Defence Headquarters says troops foiled oil theft valued at N217 million and rescued 318 kidnapped victims in November as read more Military foils oil theft worth N217m, rescues 318 kidnapped victims in November, says DHQ

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22 h. ago Ned Nwoko threatens legal action over viral ‘defamatory posts’

Senator Ned Nwoko is taking legal action against individuals circulating defamatory content about him and his family on social media platforms. Read More: https://punchng.com/ned-nwoko-threatens-legal-action-over-viral-defamatory-posts/

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24 h. ago 2027: Kwara North guber aspirants meet to decide on sole candidacy

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the five governorship aspirants from the Kwara North senatorial district of Kwara state on Thursday met in

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27 h. ago 2027 Campaign Vehicles: You’re Behaving More Like A Candidate Than A President, ADC Tells Tinubu

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has tackled President Bola Tinubu for allegedly kick-starting his 2027 re-election bid while the country remains under a state of emergency, calling it a cynically insensitive action that makes nonsense of the emergency declaration itself. The national publicity secretary of ADC, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said the President’s distribution of branded […]

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28 h. ago Reps Urge Federal Government To Rescind Action On Curriculum Review

The House of Representatives has urged the federal government to immediately rescind its curriculum review policy. This was sequel to the adoption of a motion brought under matters of urgent national importance, sponsored by the member representing Yenagoa/Kolokuma‑Opokuma federal constituency of Bayelsa State, Hon. Oboku Oforji, at plenary on Thursday. Moving the motion, Oforji noted […]

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28 h. ago Insecurity: Abuja is safe, secure; no cause for concern — DHQ

Amid alleged plans by terrorists to attack the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja and its environs anytime soon, the Military High Command on Thursday dismissed the threat and reassured residents that the nation’s capital city “is safe and secure”.

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35 h. ago US To Place Visa Bans On Individuals, Groups Implicated Over Christian Killings In Nigeria

The United States Department of State on Wednesday announced measures aimed at addressing what it described as mass killings and attacks targeting Christians in Nigeria. The move signals that the US is considering visa restrictions against individuals and groups implicated in the violence. “The United States is taking decisive action in response to the mass […] The post US To Place Visa Bans On Individuals, Groups Implicated Over Christian Killings In Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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38 h. ago I didn’t resign over US, military action in the North – Badaru

Mohammed Badaru, former minister of defence, has dismissed as “entirely false” a viral publication claiming he resigned because he opposed read more I didn’t resign over US, military action in the North – Badaru

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39 h. ago Reps Demand Military Operation As Bandits Kill Immigration Officers In Kebbi

The House of Representatives has called for an urgent military operation to clear the Soda Forest and Hills in Bagudo and Suru local government areas of Kebbi, following the attack and killing of Nigeria Immigration Service officers around the area. It urged the Nigerian Air Force, Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force and all Security and […]

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47 h. ago VIDEO: ‘I Strongly Support,’ Senator Marafa Backs Trump’s Military Threat To Nigeria

According to him, Trump's comments put pressure on the Nigerian government to address insecurity in Nigeria.  The post VIDEO: ‘I Strongly Support,’ Senator Marafa Backs Trump’s Military Threat To Nigeria appeared first on Channels Television.

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50 h. ago We’re not here to party, Army commander vows to crush banditry

Army Commander Maj. Gen. Warrah Idris orders troops to crush banditry in Nigeria’s North West with a new, high-intensity phase of military operations. Read More: https://punchng.com/were-not-here-to-party-army-commander-vows-to-crush-banditry/

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