23 m. ago OOPL: Court convicts eight cybercriminals, orders asset forfeiture, fines

Tribune Online OOPL: Court convicts eight cybercriminals, orders asset forfeiture, fines Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Lagos has convicted eight internet fraudsters arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) during a sting operation in Abeokuta. OOPL: Court convicts eight cybercriminals, orders asset forfeiture, fines Tribune Online

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33 m. ago ‘What really happened,’ Anambra Corps member recounts assault by security operatives

Tribune Online ‘What really happened,’ Anambra Corps member recounts assault by security operatives "At first, I thought it was an armed robber until he ordered all of us to come outside ‘What really happened,’ Anambra Corps member recounts assault by security operatives Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Edo: One killed in cult clash, govt seals cult leaders’ houses

From Tony Osauzo, Benin One person, identified as Festus, was killed in a cult clash between the Eiye and Maphite confraternities in Evboyare Community, Uhunmwode Local Government Area of Edo State. The coordinator of the Edo State Government’s Special Security Squad, Idemudia Noah, disclosed this on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in a statement issued by […] The post Edo: One killed in cult clash, govt seals cult leaders’ houses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Herdsmen kill vigilante in deadly clash in Imo, another abducted, wounded

Indigenes seek refuge in neighbouring communities From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri There was palpable tension in Amakohia-Ubi community in Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State on Wednesday evening as herdsmen and local security operatives clashed. The deadly clash led to the death of one vigilante, Monday Nwaozuzu, popularly known as Ojo Ola, another wounded, […] The post Herdsmen kill vigilante in deadly clash in Imo, another abducted, wounded appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Marine security outfit flagged off in Nembe to protect oil assets

As part of efforts meant to curb threats in the creeks around oil assets, a marine security outfit has been read more Marine security outfit flagged off in Nembe to protect oil assets

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3 h. ago Citigroup Eyes Custody, Payment Services for Stablecoins, Crypto ETFs

Citigroup has said it is considering offering custody and payment services for stablecoins and crypto-backed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as Wall Street accelerates its entry into the fast-expanding digital assets market. A senior Citi executive told Reuters that the new U.S. regulatory framework, which mandates stablecoin issuers to back tokens with safe assets like U.S. Treasuries […]

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9 h. ago Lekki Port to contribute $200bn revenue in 45 years – Oyetola

By Steve Agbota The Minister of Blue and Marine Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has declared that Lekki Port is projected to rake in about $200 billion in revenue for the government in its 45-year concession period. Oyetola made this declaration during a breakfast meeting organised by the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping (NCS) in collaboration with […] The post Lekki Port to contribute $200bn revenue in 45 years – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago FG to oil sector: Adopt global safety standards or lose investors

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has warned that Nigeria’s oil and gas operators must entrench global Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards as well as Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles in their operations or risk losing investor confidence. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Mr. Heineken Lokpobiri, gave the charge on […] The post FG to oil sector: Adopt global safety standards or lose investors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Why we introduced stringent measures for underage admission — JAMB

Tribune Online Why we introduced stringent measures for underage admission — JAMB The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has explained that the stringent measures introduced on underage admissions into tertiary institutions are intended to protect such candidates by ensuring they are ready for the exposure and responsibilities of university life. Recall that following the approval of 16-year age limit by the Federal Government for admissions into […] Why we introduced stringent measures for underage admission — JAMB Tribune Online

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11 h. ago 2027: Go for voters continuous registration, CAN urges Christians

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has called on all Christians who are eligible for registration as voters to take advantage of the  Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise  flagged off by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in preparation for the […] The post 2027: Go for voters continuous registration, CAN urges Christians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago PENGASSAN Flays Use Of Oil Workers For Hazardous Jobs, Govt Vows Sanctions

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has condemned oil companies that subject workers to hazardous practices, including using human labour instead of cranes for offshore operations. The issue came to light during yesterday’s 2025 PENGASSAN Energy and Labour Summit in Abuja, where both the minister of labour and employment, Muhammad […]

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14 h. ago CVFF: PLI’s using housing, aircraft models for vessel acquisition — Maiguwa

Tribune Online CVFF: PLI’s using housing, aircraft models for vessel acquisition — Maiguwa THE Chief Executive Officer of Bricks Murstern Mattoni Limited, Mr Emmanuel Maiguwa who also doubles as the President of the Maritime Security Providers Association of Nigeria (MASPAN) has raised the alarm that the Primary Lending Institutions (PLI’s) engaged by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for the disbursement of the $700m Cabotage Vessel […] CVFF: PLI’s using housing, aircraft models for vessel acquisition — Maiguwa Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Ibadan community urges govt to tackle school insecurity, poor infrastructure

Tribune Online Ibadan community urges govt to tackle school insecurity, poor infrastructure Eyin Grammar Community Development Association, has called on the Oyo State Government to provide a conducive learning environment and adequate security in schools within the area. Ibadan community urges govt to tackle school insecurity, poor infrastructure Tribune Online

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15 h. ago TICAD9: Tinubu sets $1bn trade and investment target for Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria’s participation at the ongoing 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan, is driven by a bold agenda to secure over $1 billion in trade and investment opportunities. Speaking via his verified X handle, @officialABAT, on Wednesday, President Tinubu stressed that […] The post TICAD9: Tinubu sets $1bn trade and investment target for Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago TICAD9: Africa Deserves Two Permanent Seats At UN Security Council, Says Tinubu

The President said the continent also deserves additional non-permanent seats in line with the Ezulwini consensus and Sirte declaration. The post TICAD9: Africa Deserves Two Permanent Seats At UN Security Council, Says Tinubu appeared first on Channels Television.

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16 h. ago Tinubu administration not known for abandoning projects – Wike

Flags off ambitious water supply project for Bwari satellite town From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has underscored the unwavering commitment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration to fulfilling its promises during the commissioning of the Bwari water project on August 20. Speaking to a large gathering in […] The post Tinubu administration not known for abandoning projects – Wike appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Tighten Border Security To Safeguard Importations Through Seaports

Some concerned Nigerians have called on the federal government to strengthen border security and channel importation through sea ports in order to enhance revenue generation, create jobs, and improve national security. The group, in a statement issued by its coordinator, Mr. Alabi Adesola, noted that directing import activities through sea ports could provide more than […]

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17 h. ago NCC, NGF strengthen partnership to accelerate broadband expansion

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a decisive move to drive Nigeria’s digital transformation, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) Secretariat in Abuja, on Wednesday, August 20, reinforced a shared commitment to expanding broadband access, securing critical national information infrastructure (CNII), and advancing the digital economy across Nigeria’s states. In a […] The post NCC, NGF strengthen partnership to accelerate broadband expansion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago FG to oil operators: Adopt global safety standards or lose investors

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has warned that Nigeria’s oil and gas operators must entrench global Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards as well as Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles in their operations or risk losing investor confidence. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil) Heineken Lokpobiri gave the charge on Wednesday, […] The post FG to oil operators: Adopt global safety standards or lose investors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago IGP Mobilises Policemen From Abuja, Kaduna For Zamfara Assembly Supplementary Poll

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has deployed an Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Gummel, and the Commissioner of Police in Kaduna State, CP Rabiu Muhammad, to Zamfara State, to monitor the supplementary election for Kaura-Namoda South State Constituency. Addressing police officers and other security agencies ahead of the exercise scheduled for August 21, […]

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