7 h. ago Police seize 2,084 Tramadol sachets, arrest suspects in Katsina

Katsina State Police Command has recovered 2,084 sachets of suspected tramadol tablets worth N3.5m from two suspected drug dealers. According to a statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, on Thursday, the arrest is in its bid to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. “On March 20th, 2025, Read More

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18 h. ago Police nab drug dealers, seize ₦3.5m worth of tramadol in Katsina

Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected drug dealers and recovered a large quantity of tramadol tablets worth ₦3,500,000.00 in a bid to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. According to a statement by the Command Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Abubakar Sadiq made available to newsmen on Read More

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34 h. ago Online assets declaration, revolutionary in fight against corruption, says CCB boss

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Chairman of the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), Dr. Abdullahi Usman, has described the online declaration of assets by public servants to replace the hard copy as revolution in the fight against corruption in Nigeria. He said that the new system is seamless and will remove the bureaucratic bottlenecks and the […] The post Online assets declaration, revolutionary in fight against corruption, says CCB boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago Here are 8 visa reforms expatriates in Nigeria you need to know

Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, has announced major reforms aimed at tightening expatriate administration and visa procedures. read more Here are 8 visa reforms expatriates in Nigeria you need to know

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64 h. ago FG Declares April 18, 21, As Public Holidays For Easter Celebrations

The Federal Government has officially declared Friday, April 18th, and Monday, April 21st, 2025, as public holidays in observance of Good Friday and Easter Monday. This announcement, made by Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, is part of the government’s recognition of the Christian holiday that commemorates the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus Christ. […] The post FG Declares April 18, 21, As Public Holidays For Easter Celebrations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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65 h. ago BREAKING: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays for Easter celebration

The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday. This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday. He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to Read More

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65 h. ago FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays for Easter celebration

The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21, 2025, as public holidays to mark Good Friday and Easter Monday. This was disclosed by the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Tuesday. He emphasised the importance of embodying the virtues of the sacrifice and love displayed by Jesus Christ, who had to Read More

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6 d. ago Interior minister rolls out sweeping immigration reforms to remove bottlenecks, curb abuses

Nigeria’s Ministry of Interior has rolled out a series of sweeping reforms aimed at enhancing the country’s immigration system, improving read more Interior minister rolls out sweeping immigration reforms to remove bottlenecks, curb abuses

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7 d. ago Pictures: Peter Obi, Aregbesola attend Afenifere symposium held to honour Ayo Adebanjo

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, and Rauf Aregbesola former interior minister  were among the dignitaries present at read more Pictures: Peter Obi, Aregbesola attend Afenifere symposium held to honour Ayo Adebanjo

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7 d. ago Peter Obi, Aregbesola, Ezekwesili, others grace Ayo Adebanjo symposium

By John Ogunsemore Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, former Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, former Education Minister, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, popular activist, Dele Farotimi among other prominent Nigerians graced the inaugural Ayo Adebanjo symposium held at Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos on Thursday. The symposium was organised by pan-Yoruba sociopolitical organisation, Afenifere, to commemorate the […] The post Peter Obi, Aregbesola, Ezekwesili, others grace Ayo Adebanjo symposium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Why Owerri zone should produce Imo governor in 2027– Captain Emmanuel Iheanacho (rtd), chairman IHP

By Christy Anyanwu Captain Emmanuel Iheanacho is an entrepreneur in the shipping sector of the maritime industry. He has deep roots in the oil and gas business, and is a major stakeholder in Integrated Oil and Gas Services company as well as Genesis Worldwide Shipping. He has served as interior minister, among other exalted offices […] The post Why Owerri zone should produce Imo governor in 2027– Captain Emmanuel Iheanacho (rtd), chairman IHP appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime

• Seeks collaboration of Sahel, West African countries   From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Federal Government has vowed to tighten the noose on  Organised Immigration Crime (OIC) while canvassing effective border control. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said this when he addressed newsmen on the sidelines of the ongoing Border Security Summit in Lancaster House, […] The post Border control: FG vows to tackle Organised Immigration Crime appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Interior Minister Blames Officers’ Carelessness Over Jailbreak In Kogi

Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has attributed the recent jailbreak at the Federal Correctional Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi State, to negligence of its officers. Recall that the incident, which occurred in the early hours of Monday, saw about 12 inmates escaped. Meanwhile, Nigerian Correctional Service, in its reaction said that 12 escapees had already […] The post Interior Minister Blames Officers’ Carelessness Over Jailbreak In Kogi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger

Tribune Online FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger The Federal government has condemned the shooting of an Immigration officer by a Chinese businessman in Minna, Niger state, warning that the incident might cause a major diplomatic row because no Nigerian should be ill-treated for doing legitimate duty in their land. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who was visibly angry over the incident, […] FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger Tribune Online

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3 w. ago FG to take stock of expatriates in Nigeria, prosecute immigration offenders from May 1

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja   From May 1, 2025, Federal Government will begin to take stock of all expatriates and foreigners working in Nigeria under the expatriate administration system with a view to prosecuting those that violated the immigration laws.   Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo disclosed this at the stakeholders’ sensitisation workshop on […] The post FG to take stock of expatriates in Nigeria, prosecute immigration offenders from May 1 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Minister condemns shooting of NIS officer, vows tough action against Chinese firm

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has condemned the recent shooting of an immigration officer allegedly on the orders of a Chinese company operating in Nigeria. Describing the incident, which occurred in Niger State, as an “attack on Nigeria,” the minister vowed to escalate the matter to the highest diplomatic level, particularly with the Chinese Read More

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3 w. ago FG Frees 4,000 Prisoners To Decongest Correctional Facilities – Interior Minister

The Federal Government has pardoned over 4,000 prisoners across various correctional facilities in Nigeria, saving approximately N1 billion in feeding costs. This move is part of the government’s efforts to decongest the correctional centers. According to the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the initiative identified detainees who were incarcerated for minor fines, leading to […] The post FG Frees 4,000 Prisoners To Decongest Correctional Facilities – Interior Minister appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago FG releases 4,082 minor offenders to save N1bn yearly –Tunji

From Adetutu Folashade, Ismail Omipidan and Isaac Anumihe, Abuja As part of moves to reduce the high number of minor offenders and reduce congestion of inmates in the correctional centres in the country, the Federal Government has released 4,082 inmates to save the nation over N1 billion annually. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who […] The post FG releases 4,082 minor offenders to save N1bn yearly –Tunji-Ojo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Federal Gov’t Releases 4,082 Prisoners To Save N1bn Annually

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has revealed the release of 4,082 minor offenders from the various correctional facilities in the country to address overcrowding in prisons, a development he said has also helped the government to save N1 billion annually. Tunji-Ojo, who highlighted the government’s commitment to reforming the justice system and ensuring that […]

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4 w. ago FG pardoned 4,000 prisoners, saved N1bn feeding cost – Minister

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said, on Thursday, that the Federal Government freed over 4,000 inmates in the correctional facilities, as part of decongestion efforts, thereby, saving N1bn in inmate feeding costs. The minister revealed this while speaking at the 5th Ministerial Press Briefing in Abuja. Tunji-Ojo explained that the initiative identified many Read More

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