59 m. ago Troops Kill IPOB Commander ‘Alhaji’, 26 Others, Arrest 22 Suspects

Troops of the Nigerian Army, in coordinated operations across the country, have neutralised top commander of the outlawed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) identified as ‘Alhaji’, 26 other terrorists and arrested 22 suspects. A statement by the Nigerian Army on its social media handle said the troops also rescued five kidnap victims and recovered arms […]

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87 m. ago Nigeria, France reinforce maritime security ties through Exercise ‘Crocodile Lift’

By Philip Nwosu In a renewed show of military partnership, the Nigerian and French military have conducted another edition of Exercise Crocodile Lift, a multinational training operation designed to enhance joint maritime security and amphibious operations within the Gulf of Guinea. The exercise, which took place at the Tarkwa Bay area of Lagos, brought together […] The post Nigeria, France reinforce maritime security ties through Exercise ‘Crocodile Lift’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Madagascar faces military mutiny as elite soldiers turn against president

A powerful military unit in Madagascar has declared that it is taking control of the country’s armed forces, escalating a read more Madagascar faces military mutiny as elite soldiers turn against president

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11 h. ago Interrogating UNDP’s Dialogue On Reforms, Innovative Financing For Nigeria’s Future

The economic crisis confronting Nigeria at the moment is huge and the risks it poses for the future of the most populous country in Africa, with a surging youth population is grim indeed. It was on this premise that the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and other  partners have urged the Nigerian authorities to embrace […]

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18 h. ago Junior Achievement Nigeria, Johnson & Johnson Inspire Students Through the 2025 WiSTEM2D Program in Lagos

Junior Achievement Nigeria (JAN), in partnership with Johnson & Johnson, has officially kicked off the 2025 edition of its Winning read more Junior Achievement Nigeria, Johnson & Johnson Inspire Students Through the 2025 WiSTEM2D Program in Lagos

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21 h. ago Police Uncover Leads On Gun Suppliers Linked To Murder Of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu

The Nigeria Police Force has announced that it has obtained credible intelligence on the gun suppliers who allegedly armed the gang responsible for the killing of Arise News anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu. The discovery comes after the arrest of twelve suspects connected to the armed robbery and murder that occurred on September 29, 2025, at Unique […] The post Police Uncover Leads On Gun Suppliers Linked To Murder Of Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago SheForum Africa, partners call for reduced crisis impact on girls

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In commemoration of the 2025 International Day of the Girl Child, SheForum Africa, in collaboration with the FCT Women Affairs and Children Secretariat, the Embassy of Finland, and Pathfinder International, convened an “Adolescents’ Townhall and Mentorship Day” to spotlight the resilience and leadership potential of girls amid crisis. The event brought […] The post SheForum Africa, partners call for reduced crisis impact on girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Partnerships with technology companies must be based on developing local skills, says MTN’s Ralph Mupita

Having participated in some of the sideline events at the recent UN general assembly, it is clear that Africa stands read more Partnerships with technology companies must be based on developing local skills, says MTN’s Ralph Mupita

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32 h. ago Deadly Bandit Raid In Katsina During Maghrib Prayers, Leaves Two Dead

During Maghrib prayers yesterday evening, Layin Ajiya community in Bakori Local Government Area of Katsina State was rocked by a violent raid carried out by armed bandits. Security analyst Bakatsine confirmed that the attack claimed the lives of two residents, including a young girl who reportedly resisted an attempted abduction. The tragic loss has sent […] The post Deadly Bandit Raid In Katsina During Maghrib Prayers, Leaves Two Dead appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago SEC, Law Firm On Driving Infrastructure Development Through Islamic Finance

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Metropolitan Law Firm and the planning committee for the 7th African International Conference on Islamic Finance (AICIF) have signed a partnership to provide a transformative platform for developing innovative, ethical, and sustainable financial solutions to power Africa’s infrastructure and real sector growth. Both organisations said they will drive […]

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34 h. ago Health Insurance Scheme Partners NBS, SERVICOM On Data Management

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has signed two agreements with the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) and the SERVICOM Office to strengthen collaboration for data-driven decision-making and improved service delivery. Speaking during the signing ceremony, the Director General of NHIA, Dr Kelechi Ohiri, reiterated the importance of accurate data in ensuring Universal Health Coverage […]

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40 h. ago Arise TV Reporter: How Estate Security Guard Was Killed Trying To Protect Tenants

Danladi, a father of one, was on duty alongside his colleague, Pankyes Joshua, on September 29 when armed robbers, numbering over ten broke into the estate and shot him while he was trying to stop them from accessing the compound. Despite spotting the robbers’ weapons from a distance, Barnabas Danlami didn’t flinch. He could have […]

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43 h. ago Federal Government Backs Private Sector Collaboration On Climate Action

Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has affirmed that the administration of President Bola Tinubu was committed to supporting and collaborating with genuine private sector partners who share of a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous Nation. Akume made the statement when he received an award by the African Business Ventures and […]

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50 h. ago UN Calls On Madagascar To Avoid Unnecessary Force Against Protesters

At least six people were injured and AFP reporters saw a man left unconscious on the ground after he was chased and severely beaten by security forces, who also used armoured vehicles to disperse the crowds. The post UN Calls On Madagascar To Avoid Unnecessary Force Against Protesters appeared first on Channels Television.

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50 h. ago Katsina partners Belgian NGO to provide breast, cervical cancer care for women

Katsina State Government has signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with Revive, a Belgian-based international Non-governmental organisation (NGO), to provide read more Katsina partners Belgian NGO to provide breast, cervical cancer care for women

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51 h. ago Sterling Bank’s Switch partners Thunes to enable free diaspora remittances

Switch, Sterling Bank’s cross-border payments and diaspora banking platform, has partnered with Thunes, a global payments network based in Singapore. read more Sterling Bank’s Switch partners Thunes to enable free diaspora remittances

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53 h. ago Banking, telecom sectors set for advanced encryption with Futurex

Futurex, a global leader in enterprise-grade data encryption solutions, has partnered with Spire Solutions, the Middle East and Africa’s (MEA) read more Banking, telecom sectors set for advanced encryption with Futurex-Spire tie-up

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54 h. ago Raising Heroes, PGA 2.0 2025 Outreach Edition: Empowering Vulnerable School Kids Across Africa

Powered by Safe Space For Corporate Ladies Initiative and GANKCO Energy Limited Outreach Overview On October 2, 2025 Project Growth Africa (PGA) an arm of Safe Space for Corporate Ladies initiative, founded by Dr. Vivian Ihejirika held the 2025 edition of PGA 2.0 tagged, Raising Heroes youth/school kids outreach at Government Junior Secondary Schools Asokoro […]

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63 h. ago IDGC: Glo educates girls on importance of menstrual, mental health

In COMMEMORATION OF THE International Day of the Girl Child, Glo Foundation, the social responsibility arm of telecommunications company, Globacom, has urged secondary school girls across the country to pay attention to their menstrual and mental health. The Foundation explained that, these two key issues have become imperative if the girls would grow into adulthood […] The post IDGC: Glo educates girls on importance of menstrual, mental health appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Lamido of Adamawa partners NCCSALW to curb small arms proliferation

Tribune Online Lamido of Adamawa partners NCCSALW to curb small arms proliferation The traditional ruler emphasised the important role of traditional institutions in curbing the circulation of illegal weapons. Lamido of Adamawa partners NCCSALW to curb small arms proliferation Tribune Online

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