47 m. ago Many Nigerian Orphanages Now Havens For Stolen Children – Agency

Director-general of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) Binta Adamu Bello, has decried the activities of some orphanages, saying that a good number of them have become a haven for stolen children. The DG made the assertion against the backdrop of the the rescue of eight children allegedly stolen from […]

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2 h. ago Over 1,000 schools registered, as Zenith Bank, Delta Principals’ Cup kicks

Over 1,000 secondary schools in Delta State have keyed into the bold vision of upgraded quality of match officiating, discipline and professionalism that have been introduced to the 8th edition of the Zenith Bank Delta Principals’ Cup Competition. The Consultant and Chief Responsibility Office (CRO) of Hideaplus Nigeria Limited, Tony Pemu, supported by the Zenith […] The post Over 1,000 schools registered, as Zenith Bank, Delta Principals’ Cup kicks-off in Asaba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Warri South opens 2025 bursary registration for tertiary students

Tribune Online Warri South opens 2025 bursary registration for tertiary students The Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State has announced the commencement of registration for the 2025 student bursary scheme for indigenes of the council studying in tertiary institutions across the country. According to a circular issued by the Supervisor for Human Capital Development, Mrs Misan Eke, the scheme approved by the council chairman, […] Warri South opens 2025 bursary registration for tertiary students Tribune Online

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3 h. ago ICMPD, NAPTIP partner against human trafficking in Edo Delta

Tribune Online ICMPD, NAPTIP partner against human trafficking in Edo Delta The International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) on Tuesday commenced a four-day capacity-building workshop for stakeholders to effectively fight human trafficking in Edo and Delta states. The workshop, in partnership with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), brought together investigators, prosecutors and enforcement officers from the two states. The […] ICMPD, NAPTIP partner against human trafficking in Edo Delta Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Akpata says I’m committed to LP, dispels rumour of defection

Olumide Osaigbovo Akpata, the Labour Party (LP) candidate for the September 21, 2024, Governorship election in Edo, has denied his read more Akpata says I’m committed to LP, dispels rumour of defection

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8 h. ago UNILAG Don Tackles Firms For Opting To Fund BBNaija Show Over Research

A Professor of Employment Relations and Human Resource Management at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Prof. Chris Obisi, has decried the funding of a reality TV show instead of research in Nigeria’s higher institutions, urging corporate organisations to step in and provide support. Obisi, who lectures at the University of Lagos, spoke on Channels Television’s […]

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9 h. ago No Info In Files That Epstein Trafficked Women To Others — FBI Chief

Some of Donald Trump's supporters have tracked the Epstein case for years, believing "deep state" elites have been protecting Epstein associates in the Democratic Party and Hollywood. The post No Info In Files That Epstein Trafficked Women To Others — FBI Chief appeared first on Channels Television.

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11 h. ago IBB’s spokesperson calls for creation of Abuja tourism village

Says it will boost GDP By Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja Former Edo State Commissioner for Information and spokesperson to ex-President Ibrahim Babangida, Prince Kassim Afegbua, has called for the establishment of an Abuja Tourism Village to boost the capital’s cultural and economic appeal. He made the call while receiving a delegation from the Emerging Abuja Projects, […] The post IBB’s spokesperson calls for creation of Abuja tourism village appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Akwa Ibom Police Nab 3 Suspects In Failed Human Trafficking Bid

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have smashed an international human trafficking ring specialising in transporting young girls from the State to some West African countries, especially Burkina Faso. Spokesperson of the Command, DSP Timfon John, told Journalists at the Command’s headquarters in Uyo, on Tuesday, that the operatives swooped on the suspects […]

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13 h. ago Adeyanju Begs Patience Jonathan To Drop Jewellery Theft Case Against Ex

Human rights lawyer, Mr Deji Adeyanju has appealed to former First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan to withdraw an ongoing case over alleged theft of jewellery on compassionate grounds, following the reported death in prison custody of one of the accused persons, Sahabi Liman. Adeyanju made the plea in an open letter titled: “Open Letter by […]

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13 h. ago Over 651 kidneys worth $41bn were sold in Nigeria in 5 yrs, says nephrologist

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja A professor of medicine, Bayero University, Kano and consultant physician and nephrologist, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano, Aliyu Abdu, at the weekend, disclosed that a total of 10,000 kidneys are sold in the black market globally with about 651 kidneys (worth over $40,362,000 billion) trafficked and transplanted illegally in Nigeria between […] The post Over 651 kidneys worth $41bn were sold in Nigeria in 5 yrs, says nephrologist appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago NAPTIP rescues eight suspected stolen children from orphanage in Delta

Tribune Online NAPTIP rescues eight suspected stolen children from orphanage in Delta They were rescued from a popular, privately owned Orphanage operated NAPTIP rescues eight suspected stolen children from orphanage in Delta Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development

…Says Infrastructure May Collapse Without Skilled Workforce From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe Civil society organisations in Gombe State have called on the government to shift focus from physical infrastructure to human capital development, warning that without skilled manpower, ongoing projects may not be sustainable in the long run. The Chairman of the Gombe Network of Civil […] The post Gombe: Civil Society urges Governor Yahaya to prioritize human capital development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Trump Administration Orders Delta, Aeromexico To End JV By January

The carriers account for about 60% of passenger flights from Mexico City Airport to the U.S. The post Trump Administration Orders Delta, Aeromexico To End JV By January appeared first on Channels Television.

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20 h. ago Davido Addresses Viral Claim Of Being Slapped By Fan In Warri, Says Security Hit Him By Mistake

Nigerian music superstar David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has clarified reports that he was slapped during a recent outing in Warri, Delta State. A video that circulated online appeared to show the singer surrounded by fans and security personnel, with a brief moment that suggested he had been hit on the head. The clip […] The post Davido Addresses Viral Claim Of Being Slapped By Fan In Warri, Says Security Hit Him By Mistake appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago NDLEA Arrests Four, Destroys Over 18,000kg Of Cannabis In Edo Forest

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Edo State has arrested four suspects in connection with large-scale cannabis cultivation. The agency also destroyed more than 18,000 kilogrammes of cannabis sativa during a major raid at Ugbogui Forest, Ovia South West Local Government Area. The operation, carried out on Sunday, followed intelligence reports on large-scale […] The post NDLEA Arrests Four, Destroys Over 18,000kg Of Cannabis In Edo Forest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago NHRC condemns arrest of Kebbi journalist, applauds his release

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has condemned the unlawful arrest and detention of Kebbi Journalist, Hassan Mai-Waya, for exposing the deplorable conditions at Kangiwa General Hospital in the state. Executive Secretary of the Commission, Dr. Tony Ojukwu (SAN), described his detention as a blatant violation of human rights and freedom […] The post NHRC condemns arrest of Kebbi journalist, applauds his release appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Delta Police rescue teenager kidnapped in Niger, arrest 28 suspects

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri Operatives of the Delta State Police Command, have arrested a kidnap suspect, who allegedly hypnotised a young girl and lured her from Niger State to Delta state. The arrest followed an intelligence report that a suspect forcefully abducted girls from the North, and kept them in his house against their […] The post Delta Police rescue teenager kidnapped in Niger, arrest 28 suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Why Delta Govt won’t back down on civil service screening, dress code – Aniagwu

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta State Government has explained why the ongoing screening of civil servants will continue, warning that it will not condone falsification of age, abuse of leave of absence, or indecent dressing in the workforce. State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, who made the […] The post Why Delta Govt won’t back down on civil service screening, dress code – Aniagwu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago HURIWA wants Tinubu, lawmakers to declare kidnappers as terrorists

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly to urgently read more HURIWA wants Tinubu, lawmakers to declare kidnappers as terrorists

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