32 m. ago Kogi: Police present N52m cheques to families of 27 fallen officers

Tribune Online Kogi: Police present N52m cheques to families of 27 fallen officers The Kogi State Police Command has presented cheques worth over ₦52 million under the Group Life Assurance Scheme and the Inspector-General of Police Family Welfare Scheme to 27 families of police officers who died in active service. Kogi: Police present N52m cheques to families of 27 fallen officers Tribune Online

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69 m. ago Nigeria Governors’ Forum mourns loss of Kogi governor’s father

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Ahmed Momohsani Ododo, Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo. Alhaji Momohsani died on August 19, at the age of 83. In a condolence message, Governor of Kwara State and Chairman of the NGF, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, described the […] The post Nigeria Governors’ Forum mourns loss of Kogi governor’s father appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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88 m. ago NELFUND To Stop Upkeep Loan Disbursement During School Holidays

As of August 21, 2205, a total of ₦86 billion has been disbursed to 449, 039 student beneficiaries nationwide under the scheme.  The post NELFUND To Stop Upkeep Loan Disbursement During School Holidays appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 hour ago ‘Kindest Judge in America’ Frank Caprio dies at 88 after cancer battle

Frank Caprio, the retired municipal court judge from Providence, Rhode Island, whose compassion and humour on the bench made him read more ‘Kindest Judge in America’ Frank Caprio dies at 88 after cancer battle

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3 h. ago NEDC Donates Relief Items To PWDs Affected By Flood In Borno

The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has provided food and non-food items to 706 households, comprising persons living with disabilities (PWDs) who were affected by the recent flash flood in various communities of Maiduguri, in Borno State. The palliatives comprised 25kg bags of rice, cartons of spaghetti, 10kg bags of sugar, cartons of Indomie noodles, […]

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4 h. ago Ancient African remedy shows promise against tuberculosis and asthma

Tribune Online Ancient African remedy shows promise against tuberculosis and asthma A compound found in African wormwood, traditionally used for medicinal purposes, shows promise in treating asthma by reducing airway inflammation and improving respiratory function, thereby complementing traditional asthma treatments. While the compound’s potency needs improvement, researchers are optimistic about its potential to improve airflow and decrease the frequency and severity of asthma attacks. Additionally, its […] Ancient African remedy shows promise against tuberculosis and asthma Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Medical student dies from suicide: What can we do for young persons?

Tribune Online Medical student dies from suicide: What can we do for young persons? Last week, the news filtered out about the sad demise of a medical student at the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile Ife, via suicide. This brings to the fore again the rising spate of suicide deaths, especially among young persons. Another recent example is that of a female student who died from suicide in Lagos […] Medical student dies from suicide: What can we do for young persons? Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Increasing substance use and suicide make implementing mental health bill urgent — Senator Oloriegbe

Tribune Online Increasing substance use and suicide make implementing mental health bill urgent — Senator Oloriegbe Given that many Nigerians with mental health disorders are unable to receive proper treatment, the country urgently needs to set up a mental health department to implement the bill’s requirements. Chairman of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Senator (Dr) Ibrahim Oloriegbe, stated this during a special interactive session at the 2025 Mental Health Leadership […] Increasing substance use and suicide make implementing mental health bill urgent — Senator Oloriegbe Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin

Tribune Online Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin • I have personally reached out to the monarchs, elders over the issue — Gani Adams Prominent leaders in Yoruba land, on Wednesday, called for a cessation of the altercations between the camps of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Eniitan Ogunwusi, and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, over issues triggered by […] Sheathe your sword, Olabode George, Gani Adams, Kunle Olajide, Olu Alabi advise Ooni, Alaafin Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Frank Caprio, US judge nicknamed ‘nicest judge in the world,’ dies at 88

Tribune Online Frank Caprio, US judge nicknamed ‘nicest judge in the world,’ dies at 88 Frank Caprio, the Rhode Island judge in the United States (US) whose courtroom clips drew millions of viewers online, has died at... Frank Caprio, US judge nicknamed ‘nicest judge in the world,’ dies at 88 Tribune Online

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6 h. ago 952 ASPs promoted, 176 others declined over retirement, death

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Police Service Commission(PSC) has approved the promotion of 952 Assistant Superintendents of Police to the next rank of Deputy Superintendents. The commission also declined the promotion of 176 ASPs found to have retired from Service and another three suspected to have died. PSC Head, Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani,  […] The post 952 ASPs promoted, 176 others declined over retirement, death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago NAPTIP Busts Human Trafficking Syndicate In Abuja, Arrests Eight, Rescues 29 Victims

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has uncovered and dismantled a human trafficking ring operating between Nigeria and Ghana. Eight suspects were taken into custody, while 29 victims—mostly young West Africans—were rescued during the operation. The syndicate was smashed in Gwagwalada, a suburb of Abuja, where traffickers had been running […] The post NAPTIP Busts Human Trafficking Syndicate In Abuja, Arrests Eight, Rescues 29 Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago NAPTIP arrests 8 human trafficking suspects, rescues 29 foreign victims in Abuja

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have arrested eight persons suspected to be members of a notorious human trafficking syndicate operating between Nigeria and Ghana. The Agency, in a statement on Wednesday, noted that 29 victims, most of whom are foreign nationals from some […] The post NAPTIP arrests 8 human trafficking suspects, rescues 29 foreign victims in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Israel to perform world’s first human spinal cord transplant

Tribune Online Israel to perform world’s first human spinal cord transplant Israel is preparing to perform the world’s first human spinal cord transplant using a patient’s own cells, a medical Israel to perform world’s first human spinal cord transplant Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Federal Gov’t Mourns As Nigeria’s Consul General In Cameroun Dies

The Federal Government has mourned the death of Nigeria’s Consul General in Buea, Republic of Cameroun, Taofik Coker. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement on Wednesday, July 20, 2025, announced that the envoy passed away on Saturday, August 16, after a brief illness. The statement signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson of the […]

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15 h. ago Edo Gov’t Pledges Support For Paralysed Victim Of Truck Accident After VDM’s Intervention

The Edo State government has pledged to offset the medical bills of a 22-year-old student, Elizabeth, who has been hospitalised for 11 months after being hit by an unlicensed truck allegedly belonging to Dangote Group. The intervention came after social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), raised alarm over Elizabeth’s deteriorating […]

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16 h. ago IGP Egbetokun upgrades Police medical section to full directorate

Tribune Online IGP Egbetokun upgrades Police medical section to full directorate This historic elevation emphasises the Force’s renewed focus on healthcare delivery as a critical component of police welfare ... IGP Egbetokun upgrades Police medical section to full directorate Tribune Online

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19 h. ago PSC approves promotion of 952 ASPs to DSPs, decline 176 others over retirement, death 

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Police Service Commission has approved the promotion of 952, Assistant Superintendents of Police to the next rank of Deputy Superintendents.  The Commission also declined the promotion of 176 ASPs found to have retired from Service and another 3 suspected to have died. PSC Head, Press and Public Relations Ikechukwu Ani, […] The post PSC approves promotion of 952 ASPs to DSPs, decline 176 others over retirement, death  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Police arrest three for killing youth leader in Ebonyi community 

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Ebonyi State Police Command has arrested three persons for allegedly killing a youth leader, Udu Nnachi Uzor in Ekoli Edda, Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The community was engulfed in crisis last month, leading to the killings of persons in the area including the youth leader and destruction of […] The post Police arrest three for killing youth leader in Ebonyi community  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago A/ Ibom: Eno to execute 357 projects, handover site for Int’l hospital to contractors

From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom state governor pastor Umo Eno has approved 357 projects for contract award to qualified youths and companies that applied through the state procurement portal. The governor has also considered the status report on the proposed Ibom International Hospital billed to provide 350 bed first class medical facility and ratified […] The post A/ Ibom: Eno to execute 357 projects, handover site for Int’l hospital to contractors appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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