41 h. ago Insecurity: NLC suspends street protest in Sokoto, opts for prayers

The Sokoto NLC has suspended its planned street protest over worsening insecurity. Learn why the union chose special prayers as its response to the crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/insecurity-nlc-suspends-street-protest-in-sokoto-opts-for-prayers/

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3 d. ago Banditry: Abdulrazaq pushes back as PDP demands emergency rule

Kwara’s PDP demands a state of emergency over claims linking the state govt to banditry. Gov. Abdulrazaq’s aide calls the move baseless political maneuveri Read More: https://punchng.com/banditry-abdulrazaq-pushes-back-as-pdp-demands-emergency-rule/

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8 d. ago Insecurity: Sultan Urges Dialogue, Christian Association Wants Perpetrators Sanctioned

Amid worsening insecurity across Nigeria, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called for dialogue to restore peace as the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) demanded decisive action against the sponsors of violence. They spoke at the second triennial meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja, with the theme, “Collaboration of […]

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8 d. ago When passion meets purpose: Young medics ignite health revolution in remote communities

WORLD Diabetes Day has come and gone, but residents of Bolorunduro, Owena and surrounding villages and settlements in the Ondo East Local Government Area of Ondo State are still basking in the euphoria of free medical treatment they received from a non-governmental organization, Medical Aid and Advocacy for the Vulnerable Foundation (MAAVF). Medical Aid and […]

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8 d. ago Insecurity: Sultan Seeks Dialogue As CAN Demands Action Against Sponsors Of Violence

Amid rising insecurity across Nigeria, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has called for dialogue as a key tool for restoring peace, while the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) demands decisive action against those sponsoring violence. They spoke at the second triennial meeting of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) in Abuja, themed “Collaboration […]

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1 week ago Cross River gov’s aide, LG chairmen trade blame over revenue, others

The Senior Special Assistant on Media Research to Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State, Phylo Odu, has accused local government chairmen of lacking transparency in revenue management, allegedly undermining Otu’s administration despite enjoying unprecedented support and autonomy. In a statement on Monday in Calabar, the state capital, Odu lamented that the chairmen have become Read More: https://punchng.com/cross-river-govs-aide-lg-chairmen-trade-blame-over-revenue-others/

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1 week ago NEPWHAN urges improved security for members in rural communities

The Nasarawa State chapter of Network of People Living with HIV and AIDS in Nigeria has called on the governments at all levels to work towards ensuring that rural communities are adequately protected in order to enable its members and the entire residents benefit from the organisation’s healthcare support in the state. Arewa PUNCH reports Read More: https://punchng.com/nepwhan-urges-improved-security-for-members-in-rural-communities/

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1 week ago Gov Aliyu’s aide seeks stronger security collaboration with Defence Minister

He urged the new minister to deploy his operational expertise to tackle banditry, insurgency, kidnapping and other security challenges.

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2 w. ago Otti’s Visit To Tinubu Focused On Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Not APC Defection – Gov’s Aide

According to the governor’s aide, Otti’s engagement with President Tinubu was simply a continuation of ongoing efforts to secure Kanu’s release The post Otti’s Visit To Tinubu Focused On Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Not APC Defection – Gov’s Aide appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Otti’s meeting with Tinubu about Kanu, not defection — Gov’s aide

An aide to Abia Governor Alex Otti clarifies that his meeting with President Tinubu was focused on securing Nnamdi Kanu’s release, not APC defection rumors Read More: https://punchng.com/ottis-meeting-with-tinubu-about-kanu-not-defection-govs-aide/

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2 w. ago Yuletide: Imasuangbon Appeals To Okpebolo To Support ‘Starving IDPs’ In Edo

Politician and philanthropist, Barr. Kenneth Imasuangbon, on Wednesday, appealed to Edo State governor, Monday Okpeholo, to come to the aid of the starving Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) housed at Home of the Needy Camp located at Uhogua in Ovia North-East local government area of the State. He charged other political officeholders and well-to-do Nigerians to […]

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2 w. ago Abducted Sokoto bride’s father confirms contact from kidnappers

The father of a bride kidnapped in Sokoto confirms abductors have made contact but have not yet demanded a ransom, highlighting rising insecurity in the ar Read More: https://punchng.com/abducted-sokoto-brides-father-confirms-contact-from-kidnappers/

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2 w. ago Osun community decries poor roads, to raise N1bn for development

The Modakeke community in Osun State decries its poor roads, calling for government aid while planning to raise N1bn for local development projects. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-community-decries-poor-roads-to-raise-n1bn-for-development/

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2 w. ago Gbenga Daniel accuses Abiodun of intolerance, gov’s aide dismisses claims

Senator Gbenga Daniel accuses Governor Dapo Abiodun of political intolerance, witch-hunting, and sabotaging federal projects, escalating the Ogun political Read More: https://punchng.com/gbenga-daniel-accuses-abiodun-of-intolerance-govs-aide-dismisses-claims/

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3 w. ago Insecurity: Sokoto gov’s aide rejects school closures in Northern Nigeria

But reacting in a press statement on Saturday, Usman said halting academic activities is “not a sustainable solution” and risks undermining the future of

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3 w. ago Yobe Govt Orders Closure Of Boarding Schools Amid Rising Insecurity

Yobe State Government has directed the immediate closure of all boarding secondary schools in the state as a proactive measure to safeguard students. This is contained in a statement by Mamman Mohammed, Governor Mai Mala Buni’s media aide, on Saturday. He said the decision was reached at the end of a security meeting held by […] The post Yobe Govt Orders Closure Of Boarding Schools Amid Rising Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Yobe Orders Closure Of Boarding Schools Over Rising Insecurity 

Yobe joins the growing number of states to have shut schools amid rising security threats, especially the mass abduction of students in the northern parts of Nigeria.  The post Yobe Orders Closure Of Boarding Schools Over Rising Insecurity  appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago FG, states ratify new health reforms, lower HIV/AIDS testing age to 14

Nigeria’s Federal and State governments ratify new health reforms, lowering the voluntary HIV/AIDS testing age to 14 and adopting sodium reduction guidelin Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-states-ratify-new-health-reforms-lower-hiv-aids-testing-age-to-14/

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last month Entreprenuers, not govt hand outs or foreign aid, will drive Nigeria’s future —Tony Elumelu

Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation and Group Chairman of UBA, Tony Elumelu, has urged Nigerian leaders to build partnerships that empower entrepreneurs’ growth, calling for stronger collaboration across government, the private sector and institutions to create an environment where local businesses can scale, thrive and ultimately transform the economy. Delivering the keynote address entitled […]

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