62 m. ago Group Hails Kano Govt Over Enhanced Security Amid Yusuf’s Defection Talk

The Kano People’s Rights Alliance (KPRA) has commended the Kano State Government for what it described as timely and necessary steps to enhance security across the state, particularly around the Government House, following heightened political tension linked to the planned defection of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. KPRA noted that political activities in Kano State have […]

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9 h. ago Fresh oil spill rages at Ahoada, threatens environment in Rivers

Group raises alarm, points to likely third party action Fresh oil spill is said to be raging at a location read more Fresh oil spill rages at Ahoada, threatens environment in Rivers

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14 h. ago Police arrest suspected drug dealer, recover drugs, weapons in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has recorded another major success in its ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking and violent crime, read more Police arrest suspected drug dealer, recover drugs, weapons in Kano

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14 h. ago Police arrest notorious drug dealer, five suspected thugs in Kano 

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a notorious drug dealer and five suspected thugs in Jaoji Quarters, seizing illicit substances and weapons. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-notorious-drug-dealer-five-suspected-thugs-in-kano/

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14 h. ago Jigawa begins maternity kit distribution, targets zero maternal deaths

Jigawa State begins maternity kit distribution to pregnant women across 27 LGAs, aiming to achieve zero maternal mortality and support infant health. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-begins-maternity-kit-distribution-targets-zero-maternal-deaths/

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16 h. ago VIDEO: Comedienne Taaooma raises the alarm over waste disposal on Lagos road

Comedienne Taaooma calls out Lagos authorities over illegal waste disposal on road medians, sharing a video of the growing environmental problem. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-comedienne-taaooma-raises-the-alarm-over-waste-disposal-on-lagos-road/

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17 h. ago Kano empowers 2,260 Youths with skills, tools, cash to drive job creation

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has rolled out empowerment packages to 2,260 graduates of eight entrepreneurship skills institutes read more Kano empowers 2,260 Youths with skills, tools, cash to drive job creation

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17 h. ago Tight Security At Kano Govt House Over Rumoured Defection Of Gov Yusuf

The heightened tension coincides with growing speculation about a disagreement between Governor Yusuf and his political mentor, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso. The post Tight Security At Kano Govt House Over Rumoured Defection Of Gov Yusuf appeared first on Channels Television.

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18 h. ago Kwankwaso raises alarm over bandit infiltration in Kano border LGAs

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former governor of Kano state, has raised the alarm over what he described as a growing infiltration read more Kwankwaso raises alarm over bandit infiltration in Kano border LGAs

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18 h. ago Terra industries raises $11.8m led by 8VC to power homegrown African defense tech

Terra Industries, a Nigeria-based defense technology startup, has raised $11.75 million in a funding round led by Silicon Valley venture read more Terra industries raises $11.8m led by 8VC to power homegrown African defense tech

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19 h. ago VIDEO: Edo community leader raises the alarm over rising kidnappings

A community leader in Edo State raises concerns over the high rate of kidnappings in Esanland, citing growing insecurity and strained police-community rela Read More: https://punchng.com/video-edo-community-leader-raises-alarm-over-rising-kidnappings/

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19 h. ago VIDEO: Edo community leader raises alarm over rising kidnappings

A community leader in Edo raises alarm over daily kidnappings, particularly in Ekpoma, and warns of a strained relationship between the police and resident Read More: https://punchng.com/video-edo-community-leader-raises-alarm-over-rising-kidnappings/

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20 h. ago New Australian research offers hope for rare blood cancer patients

Australian researchers discover a targeted immunotherapy approach for myelofibrosis treatment, raising hopes for therapies that attack the disease itself. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-australian-research-offers-hope-for-rare-blood-cancer-patients/

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21 h. ago Police Arrest Four Bandits, Recover 65 Rustled Cows In Kaduna

The police said that preliminary investigation showed that the suspects, who are cattle rearers, confessed that the cows were brought to them by a suspected bandit. The post Police Arrest Four Bandits, Recover 65 Rustled Cows In Kaduna appeared first on Channels Television.

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27 h. ago Security forces dismantle bandit networks in Kogi, kill scores

A joint police and military operation has successfully dismantled networks of bandits in Kogi State, neutralizing scores during a fresh security onslaught. Read More: https://punchng.com/security-forces-dismantle-bandit-networks-in-kogi-kill-scores/

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32 h. ago Security Checkpoints Causing Gridlock On Nigerian Roads — Peter Obi

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised concerns over what he described as the growing danger posed by poorly positioned security checkpoints across Nigeria, warning that they were contributing significantly to traffic gridlock and endangering lives. Obi disclosed on his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Sunday that during the recent festive season, he […]

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39 h. ago Afternoon recap: Fubara’s return, NNPP disowns Kwankwaso, Hausa traders–Edo residents clash, other top stories

Get your Nigerian news recap. Top stories include Governor Fubara’s return amid impeachment threats, NNPP disowning Kwankwaso, and clashes in Edo. Read More: https://punchng.com/afternoon-recap-fubaras-return-nnpp-disowns-kwankwaso-hausa-traders-edo-residents-clash-other-top-stories/

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40 h. ago 2027: Kwankwaso won’t be allowed to contest on our platform – NNPP secretary

The NNPP national secretary declares Rabiu Kwankwaso will not be allowed to contest on the party’s platform in the 2027 presidential election. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-kwankwaso-wont-be-allowed-to-contest-on-our-platform-nnpp-secretary/

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40 h. ago Rivers Assembly Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plots to Undermine Impeachment Process

The lawmakers warned that such actions, if carried out, would amount to a subversion of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The post Rivers Assembly Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plots to Undermine Impeachment Process appeared first on Channels Television.

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47 h. ago Defection plot sparks crack within Kwankwasiyya Movement in Kano

…Gov Yusuf fighting for his political future – Analyst A major political tension is brewing within the Kwankwasiyya Movement as read more Defection plot sparks crack within Kwankwasiyya Movement in Kano

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