7 h. ago Lawmaker Recall Exercise Costlier Than Constituency Election — INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), at the weekend, said it was more expensive to conduct an exercise to recall an elected lawmaker than conducting a constituency election. The electoral umpire currently has a petition seeking the recall of the the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, over alleged gross misconduct. The Special Adviser to […]

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7 h. ago Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives

Tribune Online Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives A media expert and consultant, Alhaji Dauda Lawal has raised the alarm over alleged persistent harassment and extortion of travellers by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC) in Ekiti State. Lawal in a petition addressed to the member House of Representatives, Akintunde Rotimi, representing Ekiti North 1 (Ikole/Oye) Federal Constituency and a copy obtained […] Media expert writes reps member, alleges extortion of N250,000 by Customs operatives Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Achimugu: 20 Lawyers, Activists Drag EFCC To Court For Declaring Businesswoman Wanted, Invasion Of Home

20 constitutional lawyers and activists led by Barr. Okere Kingdom, on behalf of a consortium of human rights/constitutional lawyers, have vowed to commence multiple legal actions in Court to quash the allegations of criminal conspiracy, money laundering against foremost businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu. LEADERSHIP recalls that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had few days […]

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7 h. ago Police rescue two kidnapped victims, hunt for alleged abductors

The Police Command in Lagos State says it has rescued two kidnap victims and launched a search for their alleged abductors. The command’s spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. Hundeyin said that the alleged kidnappers abducted the victims on Wednesday at Ijede in the Ikorodu area of the Read More

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8 h. ago Ohanaeze Ndigbo Reaffirms Support For Matawalle, Condemns Allegations Against Minister

The apex Igbo sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Dr. Bello Matawalle, the Minister of State for Defence, amidst allegations of abuse of office from some quarters. In a statement by Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro, Deputy President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, the group categorically dismissed the claims as not only baseless but […]

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10 h. ago Police Arrest Man Over Killing Of Vigilante In Emir Sanusi’s Entourage

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old suspect, Usman Sagiru over the alleged killing of a vigilante member and attack on the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II after Eid prayers on Sunday. A statement signed by the spokesperson of the Command, SP Haruna Kiyawa, revealed the incident occurred on Sunday at […]

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11 h. ago Police detain suspect over vigilante member’s killing in Kano

The Police Force Kano State Command has detained 20-year-old suspect from Sharifai Quarters in connection with the alleged killing and attack on vigilante members at the Emir Palace. The Command’s Spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, disclosed this on Sunday in Kano. He said the incident occurred during the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II Eid Read More

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11 h. ago Kano: Police arrest suspect over attack on Emir Sanusi’s entourage after Eid prayers

Tribune Online Kano: Police arrest suspect over attack on Emir Sanusi’s entourage after Eid prayers The Kano State Police Command has arrested one Usman Sagiru, 20, of Sharifai Quarters, in connection with the alleged killing and attack on vigilante members that occurred in the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II after Eid prayers on Sunday, 30 March 2025, at approximately 12:40 pm. Kano: Police arrest suspect over attack on Emir Sanusi’s entourage after Eid prayers Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Ohaneze Chieftain Condemns Killing Of 16 Northern Travellers In Edo

A Chieftain of the Igbo apex sociocultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Mazi Okechukwu Isiguzoro has condemned the tragic mob killings of 16 Northern travellers in Uromi, Edo State. Isiguzoro said those responsible for the killing were neither part of Igboland nor associated with the Igbo people. In a statement he made available to LEADERSHIP, Isiguzoro expressed […]

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13 h. ago Criminal elements threatening peace in Agatu, Benue MACBAN chairman alleges

Tribune Online Criminal elements threatening peace in Agatu, Benue MACBAN chairman alleges The Benue State Chairman of the Miyeitti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Risku Muhammed, has raised the alarm over criminal elements in Agatu Local Government Area (LGA) frustrating the peace in the area. Criminal elements threatening peace in Agatu, Benue MACBAN chairman alleges Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels

Tribune Online Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels Experts in project management have criticised claims of alleged inflated contracts for Kwara Hotels, Ilorin, made by a civil society group in Kwara State, ENetSuD. Project experts dismiss allegations of inflated contracts at Kwara hotels Tribune Online

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13 h. ago NDLEA Arrests Italy Based, Lekki Businessmen Over Drug Shipments To Nigeria

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested Arokodare Damil Ebenezer, a Lekki-based businessman and proprietor of Damillionz Takeout, over his alleged involvement in trafficking illicit drugs. According to NDLEA, the suspect was linked to the shipment of 60 parcels of loud, a potent strain of cannabis, from the United States to Nigeria. The […] The post NDLEA Arrests Italy Based, Lekki Businessmen Over Drug Shipments To Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Igbo town unions propose tripartite security strategy for Southeast

Call for Kanu’s release From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Association of Igbo Town Unions (ASITU) has unveiled a tripartite security strategy aimed at addressing the lingering insecurity in the Southeast. The organisation emphasised the need for a sustainable and inclusive approach to resolving the crisis in the area and fostering regional development. In a statement […] The post Igbo town unions propose tripartite security strategy for Southeast appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears

Tribune Online Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is facing allegations that he plagiarized parts of his 1995 doctoral thesis at Oxford University. As he campaigns for re-election ahead of Canada’s April 28 vote, a National Post report claims he copied sections of his thesis, The Dynamic Advantage of Competition, without proper attribution. The National Post consulted three […] Canadian PM Mark Carney accused of Oxford plagiarism as election nears Tribune Online

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17 h. ago “Since You Became Edo Governor, No Peace” – Isreal DMW Tells Okpebholo To Resign, Give Mandate To Ighodalo

Social media personality and Davido’s logistics manager, Isreal DMW, has stirred controversy with a strong-worded post on Instagram, demanding the immediate resignation of Edo State Governor Okpebholo. In his post on Sunday, Isreal claimed that Asue Ighodalo was the true winner of the Edo governorship election, alleging that the election was rigged in Okpebholo’s favour. […] The post “Since You Became Edo Governor, No Peace” – Isreal DMW Tells Okpebholo To Resign, Give Mandate To Ighodalo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Outrage as church clears pastor of sexual misconduct allegations

Members protest From Okwe Obi, Abuja A Senior Pastor of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) Wuse II, Rev. Azaki Nash, has been cleared of sexual misconduct allegation claims levelled against him. The Chairman of the District Church Council (DCC), Samson Jonah, declared him innocent of all allegations and recalled him from suspension on the […] The post Outrage as church clears pastor of sexual misconduct allegations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation

Tribune Online Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation The Delta State Police Command has responded to allegations circulating on social media that officers of its Rapid Response Squad (RRS) tortured one Mr Paul Obukohwo to death. The command has denied these claims, stating that Obukohwo fell ill while in custody and later died in hospital. According to a statement released by the command, […] Delta: Police deny torturing suspect to death, launch investigation Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Edo killing: Okpehbolo suspends security chief, bans illegal vigilante groups

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has suspended the Commander of the Edo State Security Corps, Friday Ibadin, following the March 27 lynching of travellers in Uromi, the Esan North East Local Government Area of the state. The victims, mostly from northern Nigeria, were set ablaze by an angry mob after a local vigilante group allegedly Read More

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19 h. ago Homeless residents, street urchins frustrate Lagos efforts to end open defecation

..Shun public conveniences Allegations of unhygienic nature of public toilets fuel practice Dateline was Monday, March 25, 2025; time 9.30am, read more Homeless residents, street urchins frustrate Lagos efforts to end open defecation

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20 h. ago Borno Police Arrest Two Suspects, Recover Stolen Phones Worth N35m

Two suspects identified as Ba’Isa Yerima, and Lawan Yusuf have been arrested by men of Borno State Police Command for allegedly stealing 61 stolen mobile phones valued at N35 million. In a statement on Friday by command’s Spokesman, Nahum Daso, disclosed that the suspects specialized in buying stolen mobile phones, hacking, and bypassing security passwords […] The post Borno Police Arrest Two Suspects, Recover Stolen Phones Worth N35m appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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