2 h. ago Kogi Poly demotes deputy registrar, sacks two staff over misconduct

The Governing Council of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, has approved the demotion of a Deputy Registrar, Mr. Audu Mathew, to the rank of Principal Assistant Registrar over negligence of duty.

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7 h. ago Federal Government Confirms Rescue Of All 230 Abducted Niger Schoolchildren

The Federal Government has confirmed the successful rescue of the remaining 130 children and staff abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, Agwara local government area of Niger State, bringing the total number of freed pupils to 230 and marking the end of the ordeal. In a statement issued to journalists on Sunday night in […]

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18 h. ago Natasha knocks Akpabio over plea for review of Police escorts withdrawal

Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has reacted to Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s appeal to President Bola Tinubu to

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22 h. ago Yuletide: Police partner security agencies for peaceful celebrations in Kogi

Kogi State Police Command partners with other agencies for Yuletide security. Residents are urged to report suspicious activity for a peaceful festive seas Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-police-partner-security-agencies-for-peaceful-celebrations-in-kogi/

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22 h. ago Kogi CP Assures Residents Of Adequate Security During Christmas Season

Kogi State Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, has assured the people of the state that his personnel will do everything under the law to ensure peace and safety during the Yuletide season. CP Kankarofi, who stated this in a message signed by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP William Ovye Aya, […]

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22 h. ago Natasha Throws Jibe At Akpabio Over Police Escorts Reversal Plead

Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has reacted to the Senate President Godswill Akpabio’s recent plea to President Bola Tinubu to review the withdrawal of police escorts attached to lawmakers, saying her faith and the support of her constituents were her true protection. Akpoti-Uduaghan made the statement in a Facebook post on Sunday, in what […]

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23 h. ago Yuletide: Police warn against illegal gatherings, cult activities in Kogi

"We are stronger when communities and police unite. Together, let’s make Kogi a crime-free Christmas and beyond...

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23 h. ago 2027: Ogbeha calls for collective efforts to advance ADC’s interests in Kogi

The meeting reinforced ADC’s commitment to unity, internal democracy, and progress in Kogi State...

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50 h. ago Ekiti University Teaching Hospital Dismisses Surgeon For Secretly Removing Patient’s Kidney

The Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH) has sacked a surgeon who secretly removed a patient’s kidney during a procedure. The state’s Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr. Oyebanji Filani, announced the termination of his appointment on Friday. The case began when Joshua Afolayan, a kidney‑transplant recipient, reported that his organ had been taken without his […] The post Ekiti University Teaching Hospital Dismisses Surgeon For Secretly Removing Patient’s Kidney appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 h. ago UK extends Nigerian officers’ visas to avert prison collapse

The UK has granted emergency visa extensions to hundreds of foreign prison staff, mainly Nigerians, to address an acute staffing crisis in its prisons. Read More: https://punchng.com/uk-extends-nigerian-officers-visas-to-avert-prison-collapse/

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63 h. ago Army Chief orders immediate completion of barracks housing projects nationwide

Waidi Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has directed the immediate completion of all ongoing residential accommodation projects across Nigerian read more Army Chief orders immediate completion of barracks housing projects nationwide

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3 d. ago Adeleke fires back at Oyebamiji, defends Osun’s health sector

Governor Adeleke refutes claims that the Osun health sector is moribund, detailing key upgrades, renovations, and staff welfare improvements. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeleke-fires-back-at-oyebamiji-defends-osuns-health-sector/

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3 d. ago Kogi: Kabba monarch, CAN suspend church activities over security threats

During the latest incident, bandits reportedly attacked the church during a Sunday service and abducted about 20 worshippers....

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3 d. ago Traditional Ruler, CAN Suspend Church Activities In Kogi Community After Attacks

The Obaro of Kabba and Chairman of the Kabba/Bunu Traditional Council, Oba Solomon Owoniyi, in collaboration with the Christian Association of Nigeria in Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, has ordered the suspension of all church activities in the area until further notice. The directive followed a series of security breaches in the community, […] The post Traditional Ruler, CAN Suspend Church Activities In Kogi Community After Attacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Traditional ruler, CAN suspend church activities in Kogi community following attacks

A traditional ruler and CAN suspend all church activities in a Kogi community until further notice following a series of deadly attacks and security breach Read More: https://punchng.com/traditional-ruler-can-suspend-church-activities-in-kogi-community-following-attacks/

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3 d. ago Oyo college hails staff member appointed bursar of state poly

Oyo State College of Agriculture celebrates Mrs Bolatito Adejuwon on her appointment as the substantive Bursar of Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-college-hails-staff-member-appointed-bursar-of-state-poly/

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3 d. ago CAS reaffirms commitment to welfare, operational of NAF personnel

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on Thursday reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s unwavering commitment to counter-insurgency operations, internal security, and the protection of lives and property.

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4 d. ago Catholic sisters seek intervention over Niger school abduction

The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles appeal for global intervention in the Niger school abduction, where 165 students and staff remain in captivity. Read More: https://punchng.com/catholic-sisters-seek-intervention-over-niger-school-abduction/

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4 d. ago NSCDC dismisses 38 senior officers, 20 others for gross misconduct

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has dismissed 38 senior officers, including an Assistant Commandant General (ACG), over gross misconduct, insubordination, and acts unbecoming of a superior officer, in line with the Public Service Rules (PSR).

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5 d. ago Bayelsa deputy gov’s passing, monumental loss, Fubara mourns

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, mourns the death of Bayelsa Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, describing his passing as a monumental loss. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-deputy-govs-passing-monumental-loss-fubara-mourns/

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