5 h. ago Kogi to hold biggest entertainment event in Nigeria’s North Central

Juwon Olorunipa, special adviser on Arts and Culture to the state Governor has disclosed that the forthcoming 6th edition of read more Kogi to hold biggest entertainment event in Nigeria’s North Central

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23 h. ago Insecurity: Kogi Not Fertile Land, Destination For Criminals, Gov Ododo Warns

Kogi State governor, Usman Ododo has declared that the North-Central state was not a fertile land or destination for criminals to hide and carry out their evil trade. The governor noted that there has been influx of criminals as a result of the pushback from the North-East and North-West region, but assured that the state […]

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23 h. ago Insecurity: Kogi can never be safe haven for bandits, insurgents — Gov Ododo

Tribune Online Insecurity: Kogi can never be safe haven for bandits, insurgents — Gov Ododo Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has said that under his watch, bandits and insurgent groups would continue to feel insecure in the North Central state. Insecurity: Kogi can never be safe haven for bandits, insurgents — Gov Ododo Tribune Online

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52 h. ago SGF Akume outlines Tinubu’s roadmap for peace in North Central

From Christopher Oji, Makurdi The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has disclosed that the Federal Government is implementing a multi-layered security strategy to end protracted violence in Benue and the entire North Central zone. Addressing journalists in Makurdi, Benue, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, Akume revealed that President Bola Tinubu’s […] The post SGF Akume outlines Tinubu’s roadmap for peace in North Central appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Insecurity: NAF deploys additional air assets to North Central

Tribune Online Insecurity: NAF deploys additional air assets to North Central "This strategic move reinforces the NAF’s commitment to enhancing security, supporting ground operations, and..." Insecurity: NAF deploys additional air assets to North Central Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Benue Killings: NAF Deploy More Air Assets To Boost Operation Whirl Stroke

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed additional air assets under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) to restore peace in Benue and other parts of the North Central region. This followed the recent attack on Yelwata, a community in the Guma local government area, where over 200 citizens were killed. A statement by the NAF spokesman, […]

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3 d. ago International Singer, Jumabee Woos Kogi Journalists For Jumabee Inspires Season 6

Ahead of the 6th edition of Jumabee Inspires, the biggest event in the North Central, International Singer and songwriter Juwon Olorunipa, popularly known as Jumabee, has solicited the support of media professionals in Kogi State for the event. Addressing journalists at the NUJ Press Centre on Monday in Lokoja, Juwon noted that activities lined up […]

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3 d. ago Benue Killings: NAF Deploys Additional Air Assets To Boost Military Operations

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed additional air assets under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) to restore peace in Benue and other parts of the North-Central region. This followed the recent attack on Yelwata, a community in Guma local government area of the state where over 200 citizens were killed during the weekend. NAF spokesman, […]

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4 d. ago Benue Killings Not Farmer, Herder Clash But Politically Motivated — Group

A group, the North Central Peace Advocates (NCPA) has raised the alarm over what it described as the politically motivated killings in Benue State. It warned that continued mischaracterisation of the crisis could further endanger national security and hinder effective response. NCPA, in a statement in Abuja on Monday by its Coordinator, Frank Utor, condemned […]

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7 d. ago June 12: Benue Speaker, Dajoh fetes Nigerians, pledges support for democracy, rule of law 

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly and Vice Chairman (North Central) Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Aondona Dajoh has pledged the commitment of the 10th assembly to the growth of democracy in Nigeria. Dajoh, who felicitated with the people of the State and Nigeria on the 2025 […] The post June 12: Benue Speaker, Dajoh fetes Nigerians, pledges support for democracy, rule of law  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago 2027 Presidency: I Will Make My Position Known By Year End – Olawepo

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has welcomed his recent endorsement by youths from the North Central zone, describing it as a timely call to national duty, while hinting at a potential formal declaration for the 2027 presidential election before the end of the year. In a statement on his social media page on Monday, […]

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1 week ago IHS Nigeria reaffirms commitment to raising Nigeria’s next tech giants

Tribune Online IHS Nigeria reaffirms commitment to raising Nigeria’s next tech giants TELECOMMUNICATIONS infrastructure provider, IHS Nigeria, has reiterated its commitment to transforming the Ilorin Innovation Hub into a leading destination for talent and technology development across North-Central Nigeria. The company envisions the Hub as a launchpad for future unicorns and a magnet for young innovators from Kwara State and the surrounding regions. Speaking during a virtual […] IHS Nigeria reaffirms commitment to raising Nigeria’s next tech giants Tribune Online

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1 week ago Matawalle receives Zamfara APC North, Central zones, donates N80m

From John Bassey, Gusau In the spirit of Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has donated N80 million cash to the leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Zamfara North and Central Senatorial Zones. He made the donation while receiving party faithful at his residence in […] The post Matawalle receives Zamfara APC North, Central zones, donates N80m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Former PDP Chairman assumes office as North Central PDP Zonal Secretary, pledges rebranding of party image

By Abel Leonard Former PDP Chairman, Nasarawa State, Hon. Francis Orogu has officially assumed office as the new Zonal Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the North Central zone, pledging to change the negative perception of the party and improve its political fortunes. Orogu, took over the mantle of leadership on Tuesday at […] The post Former PDP Chairman assumes office as North Central PDP Zonal Secretary, pledges rebranding of party image appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago PDP zonal election: Ajiya threatens lawsuit against party, calls process without INEC a sham

From Idu Jude, Abuja A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Stephen Abraham Ajiya, has threatened to sue the party over what he described as a shambolic North Central Zonal Congress held in Jos, Plateau State, on Saturday, May 24. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, May 27, Ajiya noted […] The post PDP zonal election: Ajiya threatens lawsuit against party, calls process without INEC a sham appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago APC sets up panel to investigate member who endorsed Mutfwang/Tinubu for 2027

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Plateau State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has constituted a three-man panel to investigate alleged anti-party activities levelled against one of its members, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga. Zazzaga, has recently received flaks when his umbrella organisation, APC North Central Forum, recently endorsed the duo of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and […] The post APC sets up panel to investigate member who endorsed Mutfwang/Tinubu for 2027 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Confusion in Plateau over endorsement of Tinubu/Mutfwang for 2027 by N’Central APC

There is uneasy calm in Plateau State over reported endorsements of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Caleb Mutfwang as presidential and governorship candidates in the 2027 general elections by the APC North Central Forum. The discontent is particularly louder in the Redemption Camp of former Governor Jonah Jang, which transmuted to ‘Time Is Now’ administration, […] The post Confusion in Plateau over endorsement of Tinubu/Mutfwang for 2027 by N’Central APC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago North Central PDP gets new leadership as Ombugadu leads Nasarawa delegates congress

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Rt Hon David Emmanuel Ombugadu, PDP governorship candidate for Nasarawa State in the 2019 and 2023 general elections, led the state’s delegates and contingent to the North Central Zonal Congress of the party held on Saturday, May 24, in Jos, Plateau State. The congress, hosted by the Executive Governor of Plateau […] The post North Central PDP gets new leadership as Ombugadu leads Nasarawa delegates congress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago PDP zonal election: Caucus members invited me to step down — Ajiya

….says they now work for Wike, Philip Aduda’s candidate From Idu Jude, Abuja As the rescheduled Peoples Democratic Party North Central Zone chairmanship election gets underway, Hon. Stephen Abraham Ajiya has cried out on the level of rot in the party. Ajiya, who is the leading contender for the election held in Jos Plateau State […] The post PDP zonal election: Caucus members invited me to step down — Ajiya appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Female Journalists Key To Combating Insecurity, Says FCT Minister

Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, has hailed female journalists as pivotal stakeholders in Nigeria’s fight against insecurity, stressing their unique role in shaping narratives and fostering national unity. Speaking at the inaugural zonal conference of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zone D (North-Central), in Abuja, Dr. […]

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