67 m. ago How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin

Tribune Online How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin Prince Ajibola Adedoyin is the National President of Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON). He spoke with SEGUN KASALI about his life. How was growing up in Katsina? There was no big deal. I had the opportunity to learn how to speak their language. I went to Government College, Katsina. I used to playing […] How I was almost killed after DSS official tipped Boko Haram terrorists off on impending raid ―Adedoyin Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Gombe Rep, Ali Isa, set to flag off rural electrification project

Tribune Online Gombe Rep, Ali Isa, set to flag off rural electrification project The Member representing Balanga/Billiri Federal Constituency of Gombe State in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ali Isa JC, is set to flag off an electricity project linking Degre and Talasse in the area. The residents of Talasse, which is the headquarters of Balanga Local Government Area, will have cause to smile as they have been […] Gombe Rep, Ali Isa, set to flag off rural electrification project Tribune Online

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7 h. ago EPL: Asensio’s double compound more woes on Chelsea at Villa

Marco Asensio’s first goals for Aston Villa clinched a dramatic 2-1 win against spluttering Chelsea after a costly blunder from Blues keeper Filip Jorgensen. Enzo Fernandez’s quick-fire opener put Chelsea ahead at Villa Park in a battle between top four hopefuls chasing qualification for next season’s Champions League. But Asensio, who signed on loan from Read More

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11 h. ago Edo cocoa farmers battle produce thieves; many reported killed

From Tony Osauzo, Benin A heavy clash has reportedly occurred between cocoa farmers and some produce thieves in the agrarian community of Gbelemotin in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State last Friday night. It was learnt that many people were feared killed and houses burnt in the attack and counter-attacks that occurred on […] The post Edo cocoa farmers battle produce thieves; many reported killed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Benue APC elders back assembly’s decision to remove chief judge

A group known as the ‘Benue All Progressives Congress Elders’ Forum’ on Saturday expressed support for the Benue State House of Assembly’s recommendation to remove the state Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese. Speaking at a press conference in Makurdi, former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party and spokesperson for the group, Senator Barnabas Gemade, Read More

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14 h. ago Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Pan-Igbo socio-political group, Nzuko Umunna, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, describing him as “an unyielding defender of justice, equity, and human rights.” In a statement signed by its President, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, the group noted that Clark’s contributions to Nigeria’s governance, unity, and […] The post Clark, an unyielding defender of justice, equity – Nzuko Umunna appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts

Tribune Online Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts Agriculture experts have said that capacity building on commercial fodder production and value chain addition, organised for livestock farmers and other actors in the livestock value chain in Kwara state, is capable of ensuring food security and improved livelihood. Speaking separately at the end of a five-day capacity building for 100 livestock farmers on fodder […] Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts Tribune Online

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18 h. ago EFCC Restitutes Over $130,000, N70m, Properties To Foreign Fraud Victims

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken a step in restoring justice to foreign fraud victims. As a gesture of its commitment to tackling economic and financial crimes and offering restitution to victims of fraudulent practices, the EFCC, handed over a total sum of $132,362.43 and N78,566,324.81 to American, Spanish and Swiss victims of […] The post EFCC Restitutes Over $130,000, N70m, Properties To Foreign Fraud Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Mohbad: “I’m Most Bullied Widow In Nigeria Right Now” — Wunmi Aloba Shares Her Struggles

Omowunmi Aloba, the widow of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has shared more about her relationship with his family. She also spoke on the demand for a paternity test on their son, Liam, and the ongoing fight for justice for her late husband. Speaking on TVC’s Your View programme on Friday, Wunmi […] The post Mohbad: “I’m Most Bullied Widow In Nigeria Right Now” — Wunmi Aloba Shares Her Struggles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week

The Defence Headquarters has disclosed a significant victory in the fight against terrorism, revealing that troops killed 82 terrorists and arrested 198 criminals across the country within a one-week period. According to Maj-Gen Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, troops also rescued 93 kidnap victims and recovered 86 high-calibre weapons and 2,040 assorted ammunition. […] The post Troops Eliminate 82 Terrorists, Rescue 93 Kidnap Victims Within One Week appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Bello Turji Demands N22 Million From Sokoto Communities As Revenge

Notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji has allegedly imposed a N22 million levy on four villages in Sokoto State. As revealed by Daily Trust, this demand comes after one of his gang members was killed during a military operation in the area. Locals claim the levy is also meant to compensate for missing firearms during the […] The post Bello Turji Demands N22 Million From Sokoto Communities As Revenge appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Speaker Egbedun casts vote as Osun residents elect LG chairmen, councilors

Tribune Online Speaker Egbedun casts vote as Osun residents elect LG chairmen, councilors Governor Adeleke rejected the Police's advice citing concerns over police partisanship and the need to uphold the rule of law. Speaker Egbedun casts vote as Osun residents elect LG chairmen, councilors Tribune Online

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19 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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19 h. ago Group condemns recent killings in Abia, calls for immediate security action 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The NBM of Africa Worldwide, a Pan-African organization committed to humanitarian service, social justice, and equity, has strongly condemned the recent wave of killings in Aba and Umuahia. In a statement released by Esinwa Christian Chinonso, the group’s Public Relations Officer, after its executive meeting in Aba, the President of NBM […] The post Group condemns recent killings in Abia, calls for immediate security action  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Listeria outbreak linked to supplemental shakes kills 11 in US

Tribune Online Listeria outbreak linked to supplemental shakes kills 11 in US The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has revealed that an outbreak of listeria infections linked to frozen supplemental shakes has resulted in 11 deaths and at least 38 illnesses across 21 states in the country.  The outbreak has been traced to certain Sysco Imperial and Lyons ReadyCare products distributed to food service providers, […] Listeria outbreak linked to supplemental shakes kills 11 in US Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Emefiele disowns forfeited assets, says property belong to relative

A former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, has denied the ownership of some funds and property forfeited to the Federal Government on the order of the Federal High Court in Lagos. Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, and Read More

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23 h. ago After Ban On Suspects’ Parade, CSOs, Lawyers Move Against Torture

Following the recent ban on the public parade of suspects by law enforcement agencies, some lawyers and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the country have called on the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to extend the measure to torture and other human rights violations in the justice system. They said that Nigeria […]

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24 h. ago Residents ask IBEDC to disconnect community over irregular power supply

Residents of Iree, Boripe Local Government Area of Osun State, have asked the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company to disconnect the town if it cannot provide a stable power supply. According to the residents, the town has been battling with erratic electricity supply for over a year, while IBEDC continues to issue arbitrary estimated bills. Speaking Read More

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24 h. ago Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six

Tribune Online Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six-year-old nephew for ritual •As court remands suspect in prison EKITI State government on Friday appreciated and rewarded a herbalist, Adesua Ifafemi, for his role in the arrest of a 23-year-old boy who wanted to use his sister’s six-year-old son for ritual. Saturday Tribune gathered that the suspect identified as Solomon Fabiyi was arrested by men of the state […] Ekiti govt rewards herbalist over arrest of boy who wanted to use six-year-old nephew for ritual Tribune Online

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26 h. ago How we tackled cultism in Kogi Poly –Prof Salisu Ogbo, Rector

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja was, before now, a hotbed and breeding ground for cultists, rapists and all other criminals, who had unleashed violence, including killings, on the polytechnic community. Prof. Salisu Usman Ogbo was appointed rector of the over 32-year-old polytechnic in 2021 by former governor Yahaya Bello to salvage the […] The post How we tackled cultism in Kogi Poly –Prof Salisu Ogbo, Rector appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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