49 m. ago Chief Magistrate who ‘retired’ over state of emergency was sacked –Govt

From Tony John, Port Harcourt A new twist has emerged in the breaking story of a Chief Magistrate in the Rivers State Judiciary, Ejike King George, who claimed he voluntarily retired in protest of the imposition of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The letter  of his voluntary retirement went viral on  Monday, April […] The post Chief Magistrate who ‘retired’ over state of emergency was sacked –Govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Politicians Must Stop Using Youths As Instruments Of Violence – Okpebholo

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has issued a stern warning to politicians against actions that could destabilize Nigeria, particularly the alleged use of mercenaries to incite violence. Speaking in a meeting with the President of the Northern Youth Association of Nigeria on Tuesday, Godiya Bogoro, and other youth leaders from the North, the Governor stressed […] The post Politicians Must Stop Using Youths As Instruments Of Violence – Okpebholo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago 1.7 million kg solid waste removed from Ogoni creeks — HYPREP

The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project says it has  successfully evacuated over 1.7 million kilogrammes of solid waste from the Ogoni creeks in Rivers State. This was revealed by HYPREP Project Coordinator, Prof. Nenibarini Zabbey, during the project’s first quarterly youth interactive meeting held in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. Providing an update on the environmental remediation Read More

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1 hour ago Enugu varsity commits to Tinubu’s 120,000 healthcare workers goal

The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu has reiterated its determination to contribute its quota to deliver President Bola Tinubu’s mandate on training 120,000 qualified healthcare workers in 16 months, nationwide. Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof John Emaimo stated this during its first matriculation ceremony at the Trans-Ekulu campus, in Enugu, on Monday. Read More

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5 h. ago Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has warned against the importation of mercenaries to destabilise Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a visit from Comrade Godiya Adams Bogoro, President of the Northern Youth Association of Nigeria (NYAN), and 10 other Northern youth leaders, Okpebholo urged Nigerians to unite against […] The post Okpebholo warns against mercenaries destabilising country ahead of 2027 polls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Northern Group Lauds DSS, Warns Against Sabotaging War Against Terrorism

  The Northern Ethnic Youth Group Assembly (NEYGA) has lauded the Department of State Services (DSS) for its contributions to national stability and its ongoing fight against banditry and terrorism. In a statement signed by spokesperson of the group, Ibrahim Dan-Musa, the group noted what it said were indications of a campaign launched by certain […]

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6 h. ago “We’ve Failed You, Please Forgive Us” – Gov Muftwang Begs Plateau Communities Over Attacks On Villagers

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has apologized to victims’ families over failure of government and security agencies to protect them and their properties. Governor Muftwang’s appeal is coming, following the recent attack in some communities located in Bassa Local Government Area of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that gunmen on Monday, […] The post “We’ve Failed You, Please Forgive Us” – Gov Muftwang Begs Plateau Communities Over Attacks On Villagers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has charged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to rise up to its responsibility, amid security challenge facing some parts of the country. Kwankwaso called out federal government to protect every Nigerians and their properties across the nation. The former governor of Kano State in a […] The post Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Investment In Youths Panacea To Ending Boko Haram Insurgency, Banditry — Zulum

Borno State governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has hosted Northern Traditional Rulers Council for its 7th Executive Committee Meeting in Maiduguri on Tuesday, where he emphasised that peacebuilding and investment in the teeming youths across the North will tackle the rising insecurity plaguing the people of the region. The meeting, with the theme “Enhanced Security As […]

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8 h. ago Alex Ekwueme Varsity Withdraws Admission Of Sacked Ebonyi Gov’s Aide Over Cultism

  The Management of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike Ikwo (AE-FUNAI), Ebonyi State, has announced the immediate withdrawal of the admission offered to the sacked Senior Special Assistant to the Ebonyi State Governor on Security (Ebonyi North), Mr. Felix Okemini, over alleged cult-related activities. In a letter signed by the Registrar/Secretary to Council, Mr. Ifeanyi […]

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9 h. ago BlockDAG’s 600% Golden Ticket Fuels Its Top 10 Crypto Goal! Bitcoin Cash Strengthens & Polkadot Holds Steady

Activity in the crypto space is beginning to show signs of revival, and two familiar names—Bitcoin Cash (BCH) and Polkadot read more BlockDAG’s 600% Golden Ticket Fuels Its Top 10 Crypto Goal! Bitcoin Cash Strengthens & Polkadot Holds Steady

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9 h. ago Federal Polytechnic Committee of Rectors elect Umar, Auchi Poly Rector as chairman

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Committee of Federal Polytechnic Rectors (COFER) unanimously elected Dr Salisu Shehu Umar, Rector of Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi, Edo State, as its new Chairman during its 37th Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 15, at the Veterinary Council, Abuja. COFER Secretary Godwin B Ayegba stated that Umar’s tenure as Chairman will begin […] The post Federal Polytechnic Committee of Rectors elect Umar, Auchi Poly Rector as chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Plateau Killings: ‘We Have Failed You,’ Gov Mutfwang Begs Communities

Plateau State governor, Barr. Caleb Mutfwang has visited Zikke and Kimakpa communities in Bassa local government area to commiserate with the victims of the attacks that claimed over 50 lives and to assure them of government support. Speaking during the visit, Governor Mutfwang expressed deep sorrow over the incident, admitting that despite efforts made, the […]

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9 h. ago Chief Magistrate who claimed retirement over state of emergency was sacked – Rivers Govt

From Tony John, Port Harcourt A twist has emerged in the story of Chief Magistrate Ejike King George, who claimed he voluntarily retired from the Rivers State Judiciary to protest the state of emergency in Rivers State. His letter announcing voluntary retirement spread widely on Monday, April 14. However, the Rivers State Judicial Service Commission […] The post Chief Magistrate who claimed retirement over state of emergency was sacked – Rivers Govt appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Ndume praises Tinubu’s state of emergency on food security, calls for DOGE

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Borno South Senator Ali Ndume has praised President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a national emergency on food security, describing it as a bold step towards addressing hunger and inflation across the country. The senator has called for the creation of a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to monitor and enforce policy […] The post Ndume praises Tinubu’s state of emergency on food security, calls for DOGE appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Atiku condemns Plateau killings, blames Tinubu for security failures

Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 elections, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has expressed sorrow and outrage over the recent wave of killings in Plateau and Borno states, describing the incidents as a reflection of the worsening security situation under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. In a strongly worded statement Read More

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13 h. ago Plateau killings: Blame Tinubu govt’s incompetence – Atiku tells Nigerians

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said incompetence of President Bola Tinubu’s administration is responsible for killings in Plateau State. Atiku said this in a Tuesday statement following resurgence of violent attacks in Plateau, particularly the recent killings in Zike community in the Kimakpa area of Kwali district, Bassa Local Government Area, where […] The post Plateau killings: Blame Tinubu govt’s incompetence – Atiku tells Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Grassroots development key to Okpebholo govt – Edo deputy gov

Edo State deputy governor, Dennis Idahosa, on Tuesday, said the Governor Monday Okpebholo-led administration will develop the rural areas to engender sustainable growth in the state. In a statement signed by Idahosa’s Chief Press Secretary, Friday Aghedo, the deputy governor stated this when he played host to the Association of Local Government Secretaries, Edo State Read More

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14 h. ago PDP will come to an end if Atiku gets presidential ticket, says Bode George

Bode George, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), says the party will collapse if former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar read more PDP will come to an end if Atiku gets presidential ticket, says Bode George

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14 h. ago Angry Youths Storm, Loot CBEX Office In Ibadan Following Platform Crash (Video)

Some angry residents of Oke Ado have invaded CBEX office located in Ibadan, Oyo State, looting furniture and other valuable items after the digital trading platform reportedly crashed. It was gathered that the youths in their numbers, were spotted in a video circulating online, invading the building of the ponzi scheme organization. They were seen […] The post Angry Youths Storm, Loot CBEX Office In Ibadan Following Platform Crash (Video) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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