11 m. ago Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara

The Police Command in Kwara has confirmed the death of a man who helped a kidnap suspect to escape arrest. The Police Commissioner in Kwara, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the incident to newsmen, yesterday in Ilorin. Ojo further disclosed that a vigilante member, who sustained injuries from the incident was receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital. […] The post Man dies trying to prevent arrest of kidnap suspect in Kwara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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83 m. ago Stakeholders urge urgent action against antimicrobial resistance in Africa

Tribune Online Stakeholders urge urgent action against antimicrobial resistance in Africa STAKEHOLDERS said there is a silent epidemic of antimicrobial resistance and urged immediate, coordinated action to prevent a major public health disaster. They said the growing global concern of antimicrobial resistance contributes to about 24 deaths per 1,000 people in sub-Saharan Africa, and the situation is being made worse in the continent by how easily […] Stakeholders urge urgent action against antimicrobial resistance in Africa Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC

Tribune Online Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Professor Bilkis Lafiaji-Okuneye, says its 4,500 prospective students would be subjected to a drug test before being admitted to the school. Lafiaji-Okunneye, who narrated the panic a drug-addicted student created in the school months ago, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the measure had […] Prospective students to undergo drug test before admission — LASUED VC Tribune Online

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2 h. ago SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning

Tribune Online SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning TOWARDS enhancing access to quality contraceptive services across the state, the Ogun State government, in collaboration with the Society for Family Health (SFH) DISC project, has organized a refresher training for health secretaries and reproductive health coordinators across the 20 local government areas of the state. The Executive Secretary of the Ogun State Primary Healthcare […] SFH, Ogun govt train on digital supervision tools for family planning Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum

By Fidelis Ugbomeh Introduction of railway technology and administration in our tertiary schools curriculum received a boost recently when Management of Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (Mou) with five tertiary institutions on technology transfer and training. The five tertiary institutions that joined the pioneering ones are Yaba Colleege of Technology, Lagos, […] The post Tertiary institutions brace to add railway technology in curriculum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told

Tribune Online Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told Proprietor of Baptist Academy Kano, Rev Armstrong Ajayi has urged parents to allow their children to go for the courses of their choice and desist from forcing them to offer courses they dislike.  Rev Ajayi, gave the counsel at the graduation ceremony of the academy held on the school premises as part of activities marking […] Allow your children to study courses of their choice, parents told Tribune Online

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4 h. ago EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out

By Adebowale Johnson A non-governmental, non-profit and advocacy organization based in the United States, Tilova For Africa (TFA), has decried the increasing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, urging government to act swiftly to arrest the ugly situation. While primary education is officially free and compulsory, in the country many children, especially in the northern […] The post EDUCATION FOR ALL: Tilova For Africa tasks govt on alarming rate of out-of-school children, vanity projects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams

Tribune Online Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed the resolution of a technical glitch that affected the recent release of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, reassuring the public of its commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. He gave the assurance in a press release via the ministry’s X (formerly […] Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams Tribune Online

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5 h. ago FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss

Tribune Online FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss The Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba has said that the commission is leveraging digital technology to transform basic education such that public schools in Nigeria can compete globally. She noted that with the Korean government, the Federal Government through the commission has redefined the landscape of basic education through technology, […] FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss Tribune Online

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6 h. ago IHS Nigeria inspires 500 school kids, teachers to explore STEM, AI

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu The Ilorin edition of the STEM Africa Fest ended successfully, inspiring over 500 students and educators across Kwara State to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and artificial intelligence (AI). This event was held at the Ilorin Innovation Hub for two days, featuring interactive workshops, demonstrations, and training […] The post IHS Nigeria inspires 500 school kids, teachers to explore STEM, AI appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation

Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has urged young women to always wear underwear when in public spaces. Her guidance follows a recent viral incident involving a female passenger on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos. On August 10, videos went viral online showing passenger Comfort Emmanson engaged in a heated confrontation with flight attendants, […] The post “Always Wear Bra, Pants, Be Battle Ready” — Biodun Stephen Reacts To Viral Ibom Air Altercation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Police Arrest Pastor, 2 Others For Alleged Rape, Murder In Imo

Operatives of the Orlu Divisional Headquarters of Imo State Command have arrested a pastor and his accomplice over the alleged rape of a 20-year-old woman. This was made known through a statement made available to newsmen by the Imo State Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Henry Okoye, on Wednesday. Okoye explained that the 32-year-old […]

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8 h. ago New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt

Tribune Online New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt The new Tenancy Bill currently under consideration by the Lagos State House Assembly will ensure a full protection of both tenants and landlords as well as reduce inhibitions to mass housing development for private investors. New Tenancy Bill will protect tenants, landlords — Lagos govt Tribune Online

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9 h. ago OOPL Demands Apology, N3.5bn Over Invasion Of Premises By EFCC Operatives

The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) on Wednesday, issued a 7-day ultimatum to the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, as well as the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun to tender separate public apologies over alleged illegal invasion of its premises. OOPL, which was invaded […]

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11 h. ago Federal Gov’t Approves ₦142bn For Bus Terminals In 6 Geopolitical Zones

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved the construction of modern bus terminals in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones at a total cost of ₦142,028,576,008.17. Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, announced this while briefing State House correspondents after Wednesday’s FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. Alkali said the contract was […]

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12 h. ago Father of suspected kidnapper, others killed in Kwara market clash

Tribune Online Father of suspected kidnapper, others killed in Kwara market clash It was gathered that members of the local vigilance group, deployed to the market Father of suspected kidnapper, others killed in Kwara market clash Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Kaduna State government has commenced the full-scale reconstruction of the Ahmadu Bello Stadium (ABS) to bring it up to international standards, following the formal transfer of ownership from the Federal Government. Speaking during an inspection tour of the facility in Kaduna on Wednesday, Commissioner of Information-Designate, Ahmed Maiyaki, said the […] The post Kaduna govt commences reconstruction of Ahmadu Bello Stadium appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Drug War: Federal Gov’t Unveils 48 Operational Vehicles For NDLEA

The federal government has unveiled 48 new vehicles for the operations of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Speaking at the event in Abuja on Wednesday, the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, said that the administration of President BolaTinubu will continue to strengthen the NDLEA because of its strategic value to the […]

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14 h. ago Ibom Air incident: Always wear bra, pants to avoid public embarrassment — Biodun Stephen

Tribune Online Ibom Air incident: Always wear bra, pants to avoid public embarrassment — Biodun Stephen "The girl from the Ibom Airline. She knew she was not wearing bra or panties and she still wanted to fight. Ibom Air incident: Always wear bra, pants to avoid public embarrassment — Biodun Stephen Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Police Smash Car Theft Syndicate, Arrest 3 Suspects In Akwa Ibom

The Anti-Robbery operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have smashed an armed robbery syndicate specialising in disposing unsuspecting persons of their vehicles. Akwa Ibom Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Timfon John, who disclosed this to Journalists on Wednesday in Uyo, the state capital, said three suspects were apprehended at scrap sites behind […]

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