2 h. ago Army establishes special forces school in Nasarawa to curb insurgency, banditry, others 

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, said the Nigerian Army has concluded plans to establish a Special Forces School in Nasarawa State. He said the school to be located in Doma, within the premises of the headquarters of the Special Forces Command in the state, woukd serve as […] The post Army establishes special forces school in Nasarawa to curb insurgency, banditry, others  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Police Arrest Fake Eye Doctor Using Olive Oil Concoctions As Cure

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested a fake medical doctor, claiming to be a specialist in the treatment of eye problems. Akwa Ibom Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this to Journalists on Friday in Uyo, said the arrest followed credible intelligence from concerned members of the […]

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4 h. ago FIRS Reaffirms Commitment To Rewarding Excellence Among Staff

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the Executive Chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji said the Service has continued […]

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4 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went On In North” – Jonathan

  Former President Goodluck Jonathan has revealed that he could have stopped the 2015 general elections after repeated failures with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) card reader system. The former president made the disclosure during an interview on Thursday, recalling the tense atmosphere during the polls. Jonathan said the card reader rejected him, his […] The post “I Could’ve Stopped 2015 Polls, Card Reader Rejected Me, My Wife, Others In South, But Voting Without Accreditation Went On In North” – Jonathan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago ITF debunks relocation rumours as Plateau Assembly cautions against moves

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has denied reports of impending moves to relocate the headquarters of the organisation from Jos The Plateau State House of Assembly had during its plenary passed an unanimous resolution condemning alleged moves to relocate the headquarters of the federal institution from Jos to Abuja. Presided over […] The post ITF debunks relocation rumours as Plateau Assembly cautions against moves appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago “Only Political Fools Would Underestimate Tinubu In 2027” – Dan Ulasi

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dan Ulasi, has said that only a “political fool” would take President Bola Tinubu for granted in the 2027 presidential race. Speaking on Friday, during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Ulasi described Tinubu as a “strategically thinking” leader who requires a strong and credible opponent […] The post “Only Political Fools Would Underestimate Tinubu In 2027” – Dan Ulasi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Troops Rescue Fulani Community Leader, 5 Other Kidnap Victims In Kogi

Troops of 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army Lokoja, in collaboration with other security agencies, have rescued six kidnap victims in Obajana area of Kogi State. Recall that the Obajana axis in Kogi West Senatorial district of Kogi have become notorious for kidnapping and other violent crimes of recent, prompting the state government to declare […]

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11 h. ago FG Inaugurates MSME Committee To Strengthen Agric Value Chain

Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has inaugurated the Implementation Technical Committee on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) and the National Agro-Allied Commodities Cooperatives of Nigeria (NACCON). The mandate is strengthening the agricultural value chain, driving corporate partnerships, boosting economic growth, and creating more opportunities for Nigerian farmers. At the ceremony in […]

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14 h. ago Plateau Trains Stakeholders In Alternative Conflict Resolution

Plateau State MultiDoor Courthouse (PMDC) and the Tattaaunawa Roundtable Initiative (TRICentre), with support from the Government of Sweden through the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), has held a two-day capacity-building workshop on Collaborative and Alternative Dispute Resolution (CDR/ADR). LEADERSHIP Friday reports that the  programme was held under the project “Improving Access to Women’s Housing, Land and […]

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15 h. ago Army Arrests 17 Suspects As 25 Families Of ISWAP Members Surrender

Twenty-five family members of ISWAP/JAS fighters have surrendered to troops of 202 Battalion in Bama LGA, Borno State. According to military sources, the move followed increased tempo of operations by troops leading to killing of three fighters and arrest of 17 suspects and recovery of assorted weapons in the region. Particularly, troops of 202 Battalion […]

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16 h. ago New tenancy bill to protect tenants, landlords, boost investor confidence – LASG

The Lagos State Government has taken a decisive step toward reforming landlord–tenant relations with the introduction of the Lagos State Tenancy Bill 2025, a key legislation aimed at protecting both tenants and landlords, while unlocking fresh investments in the state’s booming real estate sector. Speaking at the public hearing on the bill, held on Wednesday […] The post New tenancy bill to protect tenants, landlords, boost investor confidence – LASG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Plateau Assembly Vows To Resist Relocation Of ITF Headquarters

The Plateau State House of Assembly, during a plenary session on Thursday, opposed the proposed relocation of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) headquarters from Jos. Presided over by Speaker Naanlong Daniel, the House unanimously resolved that relocating the ITF headquarters would severely impact the state’s economy and heritage. The House resolution followed a matter of […]

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19 h. ago NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has signed an agreement with the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to boost read more NNPC, PTDF sign pact to drive development in Nigeria’s renewable energy space

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21 h. ago FCT Council Polls: INEC To Publish Candidates’ Biodata Monday

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) said it will publish the personal details of candidates for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Area Council elections scheduled for February 21, 2026, on Monday. INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information & Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun disclosed this at the end of the Commission’s regular weekly meeting in […]

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23 h. ago FG moves to unlock idle oil assets, pledges incentives for investors

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The federal government has vowed to activate provisions in the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) that will compel oil companies to either develop or farm out idle assets, as part of efforts to boost production and attract fresh investments into Nigeria’s energy sector. The Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator […] The post FG moves to unlock idle oil assets, pledges incentives for investors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago INEC Relocates CVR Centres In Four Borno LGs To Maiduguri Over Insecurity

It, however, noted that the entire exercise would be conducted in three phases, starting from August 18, 2025, to August 30, 2026. The post INEC Relocates CVR Centres In Four Borno LGs To Maiduguri Over Insecurity appeared first on Channels Television.

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25 h. ago FCT receives four hybrid buses as part of presidential initiative to boost transportation

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a significant step towards enhancing public transportation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the administration officially received four super 50-seater hybrid buses under the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas (PCNG) Initiative on Thursday. Transport Mandate Secretary, Chinedu Elechi, who represented the Minister of FCT, Nyesome Wike, described the move as a […] The post FCT receives four hybrid buses as part of presidential initiative to boost transportation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago FG targets $150bn boost through dormant land capital unlocking initiative

The Federal Government has announced plans to unlock over $150 billion worth of dormant land capital nationwide as part of read more FG targets $150bn boost through dormant land capital unlocking initiative

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26 h. ago Security operatives arrest Sokoto ward chairman over alleged ties to bandits

Security operatives have arrested Sirajo Ahmad Dan Liman in Kangiye, the chairman of Atakwanyo ward, Gwadabawa Local Government Area, Sokoto read more Security operatives arrest Sokoto ward chairman over alleged ties to bandits

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