2 h. ago Lagos Gov’t Unveils 2025 Land Use Charge Bills, Offers 15% Early Payment Discount

The Lagos State Government has released the 2025 Land Use Charge (LUC) bills, offering property owners a 15 per cent discount for payments made within 30 days of receipt. Commissioner for Finance in the state, Abayomi Oluyemi who disclosed this, highlighted the importance of the Land Use Charge in supporting infrastructure and public services. He […]

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12 h. ago Benue Varsity Lecturer Denies Kidnapping ASUU Chairman’s Wife

A lecturer with the Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University of Agriculture Makurdi (JOSTUM), Benue State, Dr Ichor Tersagh, has denied abducting the wife of the institution’s chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Mrs Susan Anyagh. Tersagh who was arrested for allegedly masterminding the kidnap of Mrs Anyagh was released after spending over a […]

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14 h. ago Group demands improved security after Afenifere youth leader’s release

The Coalition of Yoruba Youth Leaders has urged the Federal Government and security agencies to intensify efforts in protecting Nigerians, citing the recent abduction and release of Afenifere Youth Council President, Prince Eniola Ojajuni. The coalition, expressing concern over the scourge of kidnapping in the country, stated that such measures would ensure Nigerians do not Read More

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14 h. ago Tinubu Hails Nujoma’s Legacy As Namibia Buries Founding Father

President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to the late founding president of the Republic of Namibia, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, describing him as a warrior who galvanised Nigeria and other African nations to fight for his country’s freedom. The late Nujoma, a revered figure who led his country to gain independence and steered the […]

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20 h. ago Again, Amotekun rescues victim 15 hours after abduction in Oyo

Tribune Online Again, Amotekun rescues victim 15 hours after abduction in Oyo •’How I was abducted, deprived of food for hours’ KIDNAPPERS who wanted to enjoy February ending by kidnapping a 29-year-old man, Olabiyisi Mobolaji Charles, to make money were frustrated by the operatives of Oyo State Command of Western Nigeria Security Network (WNSN) codenamed Amotekun as they rescued the victim about 15 hours after he was […] Again, Amotekun rescues victim 15 hours after abduction in Oyo Tribune Online

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22 h. ago NYSC Member Freed After Family Pays N1.1m Ransom To Kidnappers

A National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday, has regained her freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1 million. Lawal was abducted on tuesday while traveling from Benin, Edo State, to Ibadan, Oyo State, where she was to resume at her place of […] The post NYSC Member Freed After Family Pays N1.1m Ransom To Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Kidnapped Afenifere Youth President Eniola Ojajuni Regains Freedom

The National President of the Afenifere Youth Council, Eniola Ojajuni, has regained his freedom after spending 12 harrowing days in the custody of kidnappers. His release brings an end to a tense period marked by ransom demands and a viral plea for help. Ojajuni personally confirmed his release in a short clip posted on X […] The post Kidnapped Afenifere Youth President Eniola Ojajuni Regains Freedom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Vance praises Trump’s focus on religious freedom, cites Nigerian priests’ plight

United States Vice President JD Vance addressed the 2025 National Catholic Prayer Breakfast on Friday, focusing on the plight of Christians facing persecution, particularly in Nigeria. Vance, in his speech, shared the story of Nigerian priests who continue to protect their congregations despite facing severe challenges. Vance used the example to emphasise the Donald Trump Read More

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28 h. ago My abductors seized, wore my NYSC kit — Freed corps member narrates ordeal

Tribune Online My abductors seized, wore my NYSC kit — Freed corps member narrates ordeal According to her, one of the kidnappers went as far as putting on the uniform along with the cap. My abductors seized, wore my NYSC kit — Freed corps member narrates ordeal Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Corps Members Disappointed As Tinubu Govt. Delays N77,000 Allowance Payment

Following earlier commitments by the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to increase corps members’ monthly allowance to N77,000 starting February 2025, the Tinubu led Nigerian government has continued to pay the old N33,000 stipend. According to Sahara Reporters, multiple corps members confirmed receiving their February allowance on Friday night, only to find out that it […] The post Corps Members Disappointed As Tinubu Govt. Delays N77,000 Allowance Payment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago JUST IN: Abducted corps member regains freedom after N1.1m ransom payment

Tribune Online JUST IN: Abducted corps member regains freedom after N1.1m ransom payment A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday, has regained her freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1 million. Tribune Online reports that Lawal was abducted while traveling from Benin, Edo State, to Ibadan, Oyo State, to resume at her place of primary […] JUST IN: Abducted corps member regains freedom after N1.1m ransom payment Tribune Online

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30 h. ago How Kidnappers Sexually Abused, Planned To Marry 8 Kidnapped Ladies — Victim

A 30-year-old Kaduna-based lady, Fayina Akilawus has recounted her four years ordeal in the enclave of kidnappers with kidnappers taking sexual advantage of eight (8) female abductees and abductors’ plan to marry them. Akilawus told LEADERSHIP that her ordeal began when she boarded a 14-seater bus on October 19, 2020 on her way to Adamawa […]

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31 h. ago BREAKING: Abducted corps member freed after N1.1m ransom payment

A National Youth Service Corp member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday has regained freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1m. PUNCH Online reports that Lawal was kidnapped while en route to Ibadan, Oyo State from Benin, Edo State to resume at her place of primary assignment. The Read More

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36 h. ago Air Chief commissions new NAF infrastructure in Lagos, lauds personnel’s gallantry

BY PHILIP NWOSU The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has commended the gallantry and professionalism of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel just as he inaugurated new infrastructure at the Logistics Command in Ikeja, Lagos. The commissioned projects include a newly constructed Officers’ Accommodation Complex and a Corporals & Below Mess, aimed […] The post Air Chief commissions new NAF infrastructure in Lagos, lauds personnel’s gallantry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Delta Police Rescue Five Abducted Church Members After Gunfight With Kidnappers

The Delta State Police Command’s Special Anti-Kidnapping and Cyber-Crime team has rescued five congregants on Tuesday after they were abducted from Elyon Paradise Ministry in Ogwashi-Uku. Bright Edafe, the command’s spokesperson, said in a statement on Friday that the police also recovered N1.3 million in ransom and other exhibits during the investigation. “The deployment to […] The post Delta Police Rescue Five Abducted Church Members After Gunfight With Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Police battle kidnappers, rescue five kidnapped worshippers in Delta

•Recover N1.3m ‘ransom money’ From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The police have rescued five members of Elyon Paradise Ministry Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State, who were kidnapped while attending a vigil at the church. The victims where rescued unhurt, yesterday after the operatives of the Special Anti-Kidnapping and cyber-crime squad, stormed Ubuluku forest where they were being […] The post Police battle kidnappers, rescue five kidnapped worshippers in Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Slain Anambra lawmaker: IG urged to take over after suspects’ escape

The Ime Obi Royal Council of Onitsha Kingdom, Anambra State, has urged the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to take over the investigation of the murder of Justice Azuka, who represented Onitsha North 1 Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly. Azuka was abducted on December 24, 2024, and his lifeless body was Read More

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55 h. ago Gov Yusuf suspends Kano acting HoS over salary irregularities

Tribune Online Gov Yusuf suspends Kano acting HoS over salary irregularities Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has suspended, with immediate effect, the State Acting Head of Service and Permanent Secretary, Establishment, Salisu Mustapha, over alleged salary deductions and the non-payment of some civil servants’ salaries. Gov Yusuf suspends Kano acting HoS over salary irregularities Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Passengers Face Flight Delay As Multiple Bird Strikes Hit Air Peace Aircraft

Air Peace Airlines has asked its passengers to expect flight disruptions as it suffered three bird strikes in 24 hours on Friday. In a press statement by the head of Corporate Communication of the Airlines, Dr Ejike Ndiulo, it said it has, however, commenced requisite inspections and maintenance procedures to ensure that the affected aircraft […]

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56 h. ago CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov

Tribune Online CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov The Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr. Mrs Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has stated that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is about investing in communities, protecting the environment, empowering the underprivileged, and ensuring that businesses contribute positively to the society in which they operate. CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov Tribune Online

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