5 h. ago ‘You Want To Rescue Your Stomach, Not Nigeria’, Wike Blasts Opposition Coalition Leaders

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has taken a swipe at the leaders of the Opposition Coalition, accusing them of pursuing personal gain under the guise of rescuing Nigeria. Speaking at a thanksgiving service on Sunday to mark the completion of projects by the FCT Administration to mark President Bola Tinubu’s two […]

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20 h. ago Insecurity: Only state police can rescue Nigeria – Okurounmu

Govt officials, senior officers complicit in worsening insecurity • Says Tinubu’s handling of anti-corruption fight poor By Tunde Thomas Elder statesman and former Secretary General, Afenifere, Senator Femi Okurounmu has advised the Tinubu administration to pursue national legislation on the establishment of state police if the All Progressives Congress, APC, is serious about fighting insecurity. […] The post Insecurity: Only state police can rescue Nigeria – Okurounmu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago 40 Ghanaian Victims Rescued As Police Bust Human Trafficking Syndicate In Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command has dismantled a transnational human trafficking syndicate operating in Akure, the state capital, and rescued 40 Ghanaian nationals allegedly trafficked into Nigeria under false pretences. The police said the rescue operation was carried out by the Tactical Intelligence Response Squad (TIRS) following a petition forwarded through the INTERPOL Liaison Office […]

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32 h. ago “I’ll Back Peter Obi If He Emerges As Coalition’s Candidate” — Lamido

Former Jigawa State Governor and PDP chieftain, Sule Lamido, has affirmed his readiness to back Peter Obi in the 2027 presidential election if Obi emerges as the coalition’s standard bearer. “If the coalition produces Peter Obi or anyone else committed to rescuing Nigeria, I will support them. “But I remain PDP. We should have outgrown […] The post “I’ll Back Peter Obi If He Emerges As Coalition’s Candidate” — Lamido appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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46 h. ago How we’ll rescue Nigeria with credible alternative in 2027 – Abdullahi, ADC spokesman

•Next election will be APC versus Nigerians From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja Newly appointed interim National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, is certainly a multi-talented man on a steady transition to the ladder of success in building himself into a sellable brand. […] The post How we’ll rescue Nigeria with credible alternative in 2027 – Abdullahi, ADC spokesman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters(DHQ), said troops engaged in the counter terrorism war and other security on operations across the country, killed scores of terrorists and arrested 1,191 others, including their  kingpins The troops also rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition,  discovered and […] The post Troaops killed scores of terrorists, nabbed 1,191, rescued 543 hostages In 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops engaged in the counter-terrorism war and other security operations across the country killed scores of terrorists, arrested 1,191 others, including kingpins, and rescued 543 hostages in the last three months. The troops also recovered several arms and ammunition, discovered and destroyed about 174 illegal refining […] The post Troops kill scores of terrorists, arrest 1,191 others, rescue 543 hostages in 3 months appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago 2027 Poll: “Coalition Will Rescue Nigeria From Collapse, Rebuild Democracy” – David Mark Assures

Former senate president and interim national Chairman of African Democratic Congress, David Mark, has said that the coalition of opposition political parties will prevent Nigeria from collapsing into a one-party state. Mr. Mark led this out on Wednesday, at the unveiling of ADC as the platform for the coalition ahead of 2027 elections. The former […] The post 2027 Poll: “Coalition Will Rescue Nigeria From Collapse, Rebuild Democracy” – David Mark Assures appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Coalition takes off, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The battle to wrest the 2027 presidential ticket from the All Progressives Congress (APC) by the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG) finally entered into speed gear on Wednesday when the national leadership of African Democratic Congress (ADC) formally handed over the mantle of leadership to the coalition force. In attendance during […] The post Coalition takes off, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Rotimi Amaechi Resigns From APC, Calls For National Movement To Rescue Nigeria

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has officially parted ways with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), ending months of speculation about his political future. Amaechi confirmed his resignation from the party in an interview on Wednesday following the unveiling of the interim leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Abuja. He said he […] The post Rotimi Amaechi Resigns From APC, Calls For National Movement To Rescue Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Coalition takes over ADC, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The battle to wrest the 2027 presidential ticket from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) by the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG) moved into high gear on Wednesday when the national leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) formally handed over the mantle of leadership to the coalition force. In attendance […] The post Coalition takes over ADC, vows to rescue Nigeria from APC’s dictatorship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Imo Police Bust Child Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 12 Minors

The Imo State Police Command has rescued 12 minors and arrested a 42-year-old woman, Ann Ngozi Enyenwa, believed to be the leader of a child trafficking syndicate. The arrest took place during a stop-and-search operation along the Owerri-Aba Expressway on Thursday, June 20, 2025. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Police Public Relations Officer, […] The post Imo Police Bust Child Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 12 Minors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Insecurity: Why we need state police now –Zamfara gov, Lawal

Zamfara State governor, Dauda Lawal, in this interview, speaks on the security measures his administration has deployed to secure the state, his vision for the state in the next two years, his second term bid, and the crisis in the PDP, among others. In the last few days, you have been commissioning one project and […] The post Insecurity: Why we need state police now –Zamfara gov, Lawal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Police Bust Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 46 Ghanaians, Arrest Seven Suspects In Abuja

No fewer than 46 Ghanaian nationals trafficked into Nigeria have been rescued by security operatives in Abuja. It was gathered that seven suspects linked to cross-border human trafficking and cyber fraud networks were also arrested during the operation. In a statement on Thursday, by Spokesman for Nigeria Police Force, Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi, disclosed that the rescue […] The post Police Bust Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 46 Ghanaians, Arrest Seven Suspects In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue: Drones deployed by police in rescue of abducted passengers

The Benue Police Command has revealed that it deployed drones to track down the 11 passengers and driver abducted around Eke in Okpokwu Local Government Area of the state. The 11 passengers and the driver were kidnapped around 6.30 pm on Sunday from a vehicle belonging to Benue State Transport Company, known as Benue Links. […] The post Benue: Drones deployed by police in rescue of abducted passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Shun corruption, rescue Nigeria — Clergy charges civil servants

Tribune Online Shun corruption, rescue Nigeria — Clergy charges civil servants "Remember that the Bible says we are all going to stand before the judgment seat of Christ and we will give account of everything Shun corruption, rescue Nigeria — Clergy charges civil servants Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Troops arrest 8 kidnap suspects in Ilorin, rescue 2 hostages

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Nigerian army said its troops on internal security operations in Kwara State have arrested eight kidnappers and rescued two kidnapped victims. Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Stephen Nwankwo, who made this known, said the troops of 22 Armoured Brigade, deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Patigi, arrested […] The post Troops arrest 8 kidnap suspects in Ilorin, rescue 2 hostages appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Galaxy Backbone Partners Police Trust Fund On ‘Smart Stations’

Galaxy Backbone (GBB) Limited and the Nigerian Police Trust Fund (NPTF) have initiated a partnership to establish ‘smart police stations’ nationwide to facilitate action against insecurity in the country. The two agencies made this known when they signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday in Abuja, stressing that it would bring a whole new […]

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2 w. ago Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam

By Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has said the Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing (MLTF) section of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) will significantly complement police efforts in fighting insecurity in Nigeria. A statement from Bolaji O. Kazeem, Deputy Director (Information and Public Relations Unit) in the Ministry, said […] The post Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Boundary Crisis Deepens: Osun Monarch Begs FG, IGP For Rescue

The Obawure of Ifetuntun, Oba Taofeeq Osunmakinde, has appealed to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for urgent intervention in escalating boundary disputes in Ife South LGA, Osun State. He raised concerns over renewed violence, extortion, and threats against residents of the Ifetuntun community. Speaking in Akure, the monarch called for justice, saying his […] The post Boundary Crisis Deepens: Osun Monarch Begs FG, IGP For Rescue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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