49 m. ago I Won’t Accept Delta Gov’s Offer Of SUV, N10m Monthly — Senator Nwoko

Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, has vowed not to accept the offer of a Land Cruiser vehicle and N10million monthly from Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State. Nwoko disclosed this at the weekend in Idumuje Ugboko, Anicha North local government area of the State. LEADERSHIP reports that Nwoko, elected on […]

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52 m. ago Police Arrest 2 Over Alleged Possession Of Firearms In Akwa Ibom

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have apprehended two persons in two separate operations for alleged unlawful possession of firearms in Ibeno and Eket local government areas of the state. Police Public Petitions Officer (PPRO) of the Command, DSP Timfon John, on Sunday recalled that the first incident occurred on February 22, 2025, […]

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63 m. ago Bayelsa: Diri, APC pact’ll produce APC gov in 2027 – Eradiri

Says Diri, FG partnership yielding positive results in Bayelsa From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa A former governorship candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in Bayelsa State, Engr Udengs Eradiri, has disclosed that there is a political pact between the state governor, Senator Douye Diri, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) that would ensure the latter assumes […] The post Bayelsa: Diri, APC pact’ll produce APC gov in 2027 – Eradiri appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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82 m. ago NOA launches sensitisation programme against deadly diseases in Oyo

Tribune Online NOA launches sensitisation programme against deadly diseases in Oyo National Orientation Agency (NOA) has expressed concern over Lassa fever, meningitis, and other deadly diseases, and, thereby roles out measures to prevent its outbreak in any of the 33 local government areas of the state. Part of it is a sensitization programme which is being championed by its Director General, Malam Lanre Issa-Onilu. Issa-Onilu at […] NOA launches sensitisation programme against deadly diseases in Oyo Tribune Online

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92 m. ago Onitsha businessman threatens suicide over demolition of N700m property

Tribune Online Onitsha businessman threatens suicide over demolition of N700m property A businessman, Mr. Uzoeto Sabest, has threatened to commit suicide over the demolition of his property, worth seven hundred million naira, by the Onitsha South Local Government Area of Anambra State. Mr. Sabest, who made his intention known while speaking to journalists at the demolition site in Onitsha on Saturday, accused the council chairman, Chief […] Onitsha businessman threatens suicide over demolition of N700m property Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Energy Transition: Minister Lauds Federal Govt’s €7.6bn Deal With China Firm

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, has applauded the federal government over its commitment to gradual diversification from fossil fuels to clean energy in line with global best practices. Towards this end, major step towards achieving green hydrogen in Nigeria was taken in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, when APPL […]

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2 h. ago Police arrest serial thief in Jigawa, recover stolen vehicle

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a suspected car thief, Alhassan Isa, also known as Tata. The suspect, a resident of Shuwarin town in Kiyawa Local Government Area, was found with a stolen Mazda 323 Model F, bearing registration number MNA 139HK, Niger State. In a statement released on Sunday in Dutse, the Jigawa Read More

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2 h. ago 500 Women Benefit From First Lady’s Empowerment Scheme In Kwara

Five hundred women in Kwara State have benefitted from the latest empowerment scheme of Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu. Wife of Kwara State governor, Prof. Olufolake AbdulRazaq, on behalf of Mrs Tinubu, distributed the empowerment items, which included deep freezers, grinding machines and gas cookers/ovens to the beneficiaries in Ilorin, the state capital. Mrs […]

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3 h. ago Gov Aliyu’s aide commends CDS for advancing security, education in Sokoto

Tribune Online Gov Aliyu’s aide commends CDS for advancing security, education in Sokoto The Special Adviser to Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State on Security Matters, Colonel Ahmed Usman (retd.), has commended the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, for his unwavering commitment to restoring peace and advancing educational development in the state. Speaking to journalists on Sunday, Colonel Usman highlighted General Musa’s crucial role in […] Gov Aliyu’s aide commends CDS for advancing security, education in Sokoto Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Five Killed, Four Injured As Farmers, Cocoa Thieves Clash In Edo

No fewer than five persons have been killed, while four others sustained degrees of injuries during a clash between cocoa farmers and some suspected thieves in Gbelemotin town, Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State. A source from the affected community, who refused to disclose his identity told PUNCH that the crisis started when […] The post Five Killed, Four Injured As Farmers, Cocoa Thieves Clash In Edo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago PHOTO: Tragic bus fire in Jigawa claims four lives, injures 10

Four people were burned beyond recognition, and ten others sustained injuries after fire engulfed a Hummer bus in Jigawa State on February 22, 2025. The incident occurred around 4:00 pm near Government Girls Unity Secondary School in Gwaram. According to the spokesperson for the Jigawa State Police Command, SP Lawan Adam, in a statement on Read More

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4 h. ago Badenoch slams UK PM for cutting defence funding amid global threats

The Leader of the Opposition, Kemi Badenoch, has condemned the British government’s decision to cancel the planned increase in defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP by 2030, calling it “indefensible” amid rising global threats. In a letter dated February 22, 2025, Badenoch accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer of failing to act decisively on Read More

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5 h. ago How I will pilot Edo PHC agency to greatness as chairman, governing board – Okojie

Kentimu Okojie, a pharmacist by profession, was on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 screened and confirmed by the Edo State House read more How I will pilot Edo PHC agency to greatness as chairman, governing board – Okojie

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5 h. ago Osun LG polls: Endorsement of good governance — PDP govs hail party’s victory

Tribune Online Osun LG polls: Endorsement of good governance — PDP govs hail party’s victory The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has hailed the outcome of the Osun State local government elections held on Saturday, in which the PDP won all contested seats. The forum described the landslide victory as a resounding endorsement of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s leadership and developmental strides across the state. In a statement issued on […] Osun LG polls: Endorsement of good governance — PDP govs hail party’s victory Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Soludo urges tighter border control to stop fake drug imports

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has called on the Federal Government to take urgent action to curb the influx of counterfeit drugs into the country. He stressed the need for stricter control of the supply chain to prevent dangerous products from reaching local markets. His appeal follows alarming discoveries in Onitsha’s markets, particularly the Read More

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6 h. ago Jigawa signs new agreement with 6 Pension Fund Administrators

The Jigawa State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme Board has formally signed agreements with six reputable Pension Fund Administrators read more Jigawa signs new agreement with 6 Pension Fund Administrators

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7 h. ago Calabar South Chairman set to empower constituents with social amenities

The Chairman of Calabar South Local Government Area, Cross River State, Patrick Archibong recently promised Ward 10 citizens/residents a market read more Calabar South Chairman set to empower constituents with social amenities

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7 h. ago GIFA: I will build on my mother’s legacy, says Akwa Ibom governor’s daughter

Helen Eno Obareki, coordinator, office of the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, has pledged to sustain the legacies left read more GIFA: I will build on my mother’s legacy, says Akwa Ibom governor’s daughter

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8 h. ago Katsina Residents Take A Stand: Mobilise Against Bandit Attacks

For years, rural communities in Katsina State have been devastated by bandit attacks, including killings, kidnappings, and cattle rustling, leaving lives shattered and fear entrenched. However, the story is changing. In the face of continued violence, the residents have risen up, taking up arms and forming self-defence groups with the support of the government. While […]

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8 h. ago ‘Govt Must Not Get Comfortable With Rebased Inflation Figure’

Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has said the government must not get comfortable with a rebased inflation figure and lose the fight against inflationary pressures. The Chamber stated this in a statement titled, ‘Beyond the Numbers: Ensuring Real Economic Relief For Nigerians’. The director-general of LCCI, Dr. Chinyere Almona said that the latest […]

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