58 h. ago Osun recruits 1,150 Amotekun Corps, promises support with necessary equipment

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has recruited 1,150 Amotekun Corps to aid security and promised to support them with adequate equipment. In his speech at the passing-out parade of the corps at the NYSC orientation camp, Ede, on Friday, he disclosed that the amended law has provided opportunities to be a […] The post Osun recruits 1,150 Amotekun Corps, promises support with necessary equipment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Bayelsa gov warns of threat to peace, Wike’s aide dismisses claim

Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has raised concerns over an alleged plot to destabilise the peace of the state, warning that the government will not tolerate any act of political violence. However, the Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory on Public Communication and New Media, Lere Olayinka, has dismissed Read More

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2 d. ago Land agent’s killing: Delta gov’s aide laments rise in kidnapping

The Senior Special Assistant on Civil Society and Youth Mobilisation to the Delta State Governor, Harrison Gwamnishu, has decried the rise in kidnapping in some parts of the state allegedly perpetrated by some Fulani herders. Gwamnishu disclosed this in multiple Facebook posts on Thursday while referencing the death of a female land agent, Esther Osaze, Read More

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4 d. ago Five percent GDP growth target aligns with China’s actual conditions

By Aidoghie Paulinus In its latest government work report, China has set an economic growth target of around five percent for 2025, a figure officials describe as a pragmatic balance between domestic realities and global uncertainties. Head of the group responsible for drafting the 2025 government work report and Director of the Research Office of […] The post Five percent GDP growth target aligns with China’s actual conditions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Delta Police Eliminate Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons

The Delta State Police Command has killed five suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate in the state. Bright Edafe, the command’s spokesperson, revealed this to media in Warri on Wednesday. Edafe stated that the suspects were killed on Friday during a shootout with operatives of the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT). READ MORE: Police Nab Survivor […] The post Delta Police Eliminate Five Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Weapons appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Delta police smash kidnapping syndicate, arrest 3, kill 5 suspects

By Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta State Police Command has dismantled a notorious kidnapping syndicate operating in Ughelli North Local Government Area and its environs. The operation, however, resulted in the death of five hoodlums, the arrest of three suspects, and the recovery of a cache of arms and ammunition. According to a statement […] The post Delta police smash kidnapping syndicate, arrest 3, kill 5 suspects appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta

Tribune Online Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta Operatives of the Delta State Police Command have neutralised five suspected kidnappers and arrested three others following an intelligence-led operation in Ughelli North Local Government Area. The operation also led to the recovery of arms and ammunition hidden in a forest. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, […] Police kill five suspected kidnappers, arrest three in Delta Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Policemen on rescue operation ambushed, Delta land agent abducted

Some gunmen on Monday ambushed policemen on a rescue operation after a female real estate realtor was abducted in Ibusa community, Oshimili North Local Government Area, Delta State. This happened barely four days after gunmen kidnapped a farmer in Issele-Azagba area of the state. PUNCH Metro gathered on Tuesday that the realtor, simply identified as Read More

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5 d. ago Kogi Govt Sponsoring Senator Natasha’s Recall Process – Lawyer

Victor Giwa, a counsel to lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has accused Kogi State Government of sponsoring the recall process of the suspended lawmaker. Speaking during an interview with Channels Television on Tuesday, Mr. Giwa said that the state government, through Charity Omole, one of the aides of Governor Usman Ododo, has been championing […] The post Kogi Govt Sponsoring Senator Natasha’s Recall Process – Lawyer appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Sudan’s aid crisis increases as famine spreads — Aid workers

Tribune Online Sudan’s aid crisis increases as famine spreads — Aid workers A Sudanese paramilitary force engaged in a prolonged war with the army has imposed fresh restrictions on aid deliveries to areas under its control, including regions where famine is spreading, according to humanitarian workers. The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are reportedly tightening their grip on western Sudan, where they aim to establish a parallel government, […] Sudan’s aid crisis increases as famine spreads — Aid workers Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Watch your words, Onanuga warns Peter Obi over democracy comment

A presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, has cautioned former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, to be mindful of his statements after the former governor claimed that democracy in Nigeria had collapsed. Obi, while speaking at the 60th birthday colloquium for former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Emeka Ihedioha, in Abuja on Monday, said the Read More

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5 d. ago Abia, Obasanjo foundation to provide 1,000 residents hearing aids

The Abia State government has announced plans to provide hearing aids to 1000 persons with hearing impairment in the state. The Commissioner for Information in the state, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this while briefing journalists on this week’s state executive council meeting presided over by Governor Alex Otti on Monday. He said the gesture was Read More

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6 d. ago Govt aid to farmers vital for food security, economic growth –Ojone Farms CEO

By Ogechi Ogbochukwu The need to unlock the full potential of  the agricultural sector in sustainable food production as well as impact economic growth has been highlighted by a stakeholder in the sector. The Chief Executive Officer of Ojone Farms, Mr. Ojone Shaibu, a Lagos-based hatchery farmer, made this known in a recent chat with […] The post Govt aid to farmers vital for food security, economic growth –Ojone Farms CEO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago ‘Keep faith with Tinubu’s govt,’ presidential aide begs youths

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, Rinsola Abiola, has urged Nigerian youths to keep faith with President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Abiola assured the youth that their interests and concerns remain a priority. Abiola, one of the daughters of the late MKO Abiola, said Tinubu had consistently demonstrated his support for Read More

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6 d. ago World Tuberculosis Day: Foundation urges government to strengthen healthcare system

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation Nigeria has charged government at all levels to prioritise tuberculosis prevention and treatment by strengthening healthcare system. The Advocacy and Marketing Manager of AHF Nigeria, Steve Aborisade, gave the charge in a statement to commemorate the World Tuberculosis Day on Monday. In a statement made available to journalists on Monday, Aborisade Read More

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7 d. ago Northern Govs Condole Katsina Colleague Over Mother’s Demise

The Northern States’ Governors Forum has condoled with their member and governor of Katsina State, Dikko Umar Radda, over the demise of his mother, Safara’u Umaru Baribari, who died at the age of 93. In a condolence message issued by Isma’ila Uba Misili, the media aide of the Forum chairman and govenor of Gombe State, […]

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8 d. ago Rivers emergency rule: We didn’t get 2\3 majority required to approve president’s proclamation in Senate –Tambuwal

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi and Paulinus Aidoghie, Abuja Former governor of Sokoto State, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has said that the Senate did not get the constitutional two-thirds majority of members required in approving President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proclamation of State of Emergency in Rivers State. Last Thursday, the Senate devolved into a closed session to […] The post Rivers emergency rule: We didn’t get 2\3 majority required to approve president’s proclamation in Senate –Tambuwal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Ifon/Ilobu crisis: Victims seek assistance of Gov Adeleke, NEMA, others

Tribune Online Ifon/Ilobu crisis: Victims seek assistance of Gov Adeleke, NEMA, others "We call on the Federal Government to come to our aid in protecting our community. We are defenseless, and we do not know what will happen next. Ifon/Ilobu crisis: Victims seek assistance of Gov Adeleke, NEMA, others Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Oil thieves behind smear campaign against Tompolo, Otuaro – Group

The Niger Delta Renaissance Network has dismissed recent allegations of killings and kidnappings against Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, and Dennis Otuaro, describing them as a smear campaign orchestrated by oil thieves. The group, in a statement issued on Saturday by its spokesman, Gabriel Aniete, alleged that the accusations, which have been making the Read More

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9 d. ago Varsity Suspends Sacked Gov Nwifuru’s Aide For Alleged Cultism

The management of Alex Ekwueme University Ndufi-Alike Ikwo has suspended indefinitely Mr. Alex Okemini, a former aide to Ebonyi State Governor. Ogbonnaya Nwifuru for alleged cult related activities. Okemini was until recently the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Nwifuru on Security (Ebonyi North). He was relieved of his appointment on Tuesday following controversy arising from […]

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