42 m. ago LP kicks as NLC seeks Abure, others’ prosecution over forgery allegations

The crisis rocking the Labour Party took a new twist on Monday when the Nigeria Labour Congress wrote the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, demanding the arraignment of the party’s National Chairman, Julius Abure, and three members of the National Working Committee over a protracted case Read More

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52 m. ago Call for emergency rule in Benue, display of political opportunism – Alia

The Benue State Government says there is no reason for people to call for the declaration of emergency rule in the state. The Chief Press Secretary to Governor. Benue state, Hyacinth Alia, Mr Tersoo Kula, said this in a statement, on Monday in Makurdi. Kula, who was reacting to the press briefing by the Centre Read More

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1 hour ago JUST IN: Overstaying visa could lead to permanent ban, US warns Nigerians

The United States government has issued a stern warning to Nigerian travelers about the severe consequences of overstaying their visa, emphasising that violators could face permanent bans from re-entering the country. The US Mission in Nigeria posted the warning via its X on Monday. The immigration authorities have clarified that consular officers can access an Read More

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1 hour ago How recall works and what will happen to Natasha’s seat if she’s recalled

Registered voters in Kogi Central Senatorial District have formally petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recall their senator, read more How recall works and what will happen to Natasha’s seat if she’s recalled

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2 h. ago Naira gains as CBN accounts for 39.85% of dollar inflows in NFEM

The naira on Monday appreciated in the official foreign exchange (FX) market as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) accounted read more Naira gains as CBN accounts for 39.85% of dollar inflows in NFEM

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2 h. ago Nigeria accounts for 20% of Africa’s tuberculosis burden — NTBLCP

Tribune Online Nigeria accounts for 20% of Africa’s tuberculosis burden — NTBLCP Nigeria has been identified as one of the countries with the highest burden of tuberculosis (TB) in Africa, accounting for 20 per cent of the continent’s TB cases, according to the National Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Buruli Ulcer Control Programme. This revelation has raised concerns among health experts, who note that the country’s high population and […] Nigeria accounts for 20% of Africa’s tuberculosis burden — NTBLCP Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Aviation unions threaten nationwide shutdown over assault by customs officers

By Chinelo Obogo   Aviation unions have threatened to withdraw their services from airports across the country on March 31, 2025, unless the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) addresses the physical assault by Customs officers on members of staff of the Authority. The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Air Transport Services Senior […] The post Aviation unions threaten nationwide shutdown over assault by customs officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago FG unveils special forces to combat terrorism, cyber threats

The Federal Government has unveiled a Special Operations Forces training program, assembling 800 soldiers drawn from the Nigerian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The program aims to enhance the country’s operational effectiveness in combating terrorism, insurgency, transnational crimes, and other asymmetric threats. The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Abubakar, while unveiling the special operations forces training Read More

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2 h. ago Liberian president, Boakai, faces $10m lawsuit over unlawful suspension

The President of Liberia, Joseph Boakai, has been hit with a $10 million lawsuit filed before the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice in Abuja over alleged unlawful suspension from office and character assassination. The applicant, Liberia’s Director General of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority, Ms Emma Glassco, stated in the suit that she was Read More

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3 h. ago Aviation unions threaten nationwide airport shutdown over Customs officers’ assault

By Chinelo Obogo    Aviation unions have threatened to withdraw their services from airports across the country on March 31, 2025, unless the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) addresses the physical assault by Customs officers on members of staff of the Authority.   The National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Air Transport Services […] The post Aviation unions threaten nationwide airport shutdown over Customs officers’ assault appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Supreme Court denies claims Justice Agim accompanied Wike to UNICAL convocation

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed reports suggesting that Justice Emmanuel Agim accompanied the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, to a convocation ceremony at the University of Calabar. In a statement on Monday, the apex court’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Akande Festus, clarified that Justice Agim attended the event Read More

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3 h. ago Northern CAN chair calls for action against religious intolerance

The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Rev. John Hayab, has urged religious bodies to unite in condemning the violation of religious rights across the country. He stated, “Religious rights violations affect both Christians and others. If we genuinely want to fight against Read More

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4 h. ago Timi Dakolo, Pastor Lazarus Clash Over Fees For Gospel Performances, Ministry School

Nigerian singer Timi Dakolo has called out Pastor Femi Lazarus for charging fees for his school of ministry while condemning a gospel singer’s financial demands for a performance. This comes after Pastor Lazarus displayed an alleged invoice from the unnamed gospel artist for a performance during his Sunday sermon. Lazarus said, “I want the media […] The post Timi Dakolo, Pastor Lazarus Clash Over Fees For Gospel Performances, Ministry School appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Anambra, Enugu police commands join forces to combat border crimes

The Anambra and Enugu States Police Commands have synergised and devised operational strategies to tackle border crimes across the two states. To achieve this, the Anambra State Command’s Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu and his Enugu State counterpart, CP Mamman Giwa, met on Monday, to devise operational strategies aimed at proactively policing the two Read More

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4 h. ago NIMC warns against illegal printing of NIN cards, threatens arrests

The National Identity Management Commission has raised an alarm over the unauthorised printing of National Identification Number cards by individuals, cyber cafés, and organisations across the country. The commission cautioned the public against patronising such services, emphasising that only the official NIMC General Multi-Purpose Card is legally recognised. In a statement issued on Monday and Read More

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4 h. ago NAFDAC warns of fake contraceptive injection in Kano, Bauchi, Niger

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has raised an alarm over the circulation of counterfeit Noristerat Injection 200mg in Nigeria. The agency disclosed that the fake contraceptive product has been found in Niger, Bauchi, and Kano States, particularly at the Coordinated Wholesale Centre in Kano. In a statement issued on Monday Read More

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4 h. ago Court slams ‘stringent’ bail conditions on Abuja business agents

Tribune Online Court slams ‘stringent’ bail conditions on Abuja business agents A Federal High Court in Abuja has slammed stringent bail conditions on two Abuja-based business agents, Nsor Nyami and Iranloye Olusegun, who are standing trial for allegedly defrauding their employer of the sum of N10.6 million. The trial Judge, Justice Musa Suleiman Liman, while admitting the two business agents to bail on Monday, ordered them […] Court slams ‘stringent’ bail conditions on Abuja business agents Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre

Tribune Online Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre Governor Sanwo-Olu, in his remarks at the event, pledged his administration’s commitment to achieving the Lagos International Financial Centre, urging everyone’s support to make the vision a reality. Lagos, UK sign MoU to establish international financial centre Tribune Online

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5 h. ago At Malala Fund, we challenge societal norms, push for policy shifts in girls’ education – Aguele

Nabila Aguele is Chief Executive, Nigeria at the Malala Fund, where she leads the organisation’s country strategy and operations, and read more At Malala Fund, we challenge societal norms, push for policy shifts in girls’ education – Aguele

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5 h. ago Alleged Sexual Harassment: INEC Receives Petition To Recall Senator Natasha From Nigerian Senate

Independent National Electoral Commission, has received a petition from constituents of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling for the commencement of her recall process. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the Secretary to the Commission, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, received the petition which was submitted at INEC’s headquarters in Abuja on Monday. Senator Natasha, who represents Kogi central in the Senate, […] The post Alleged Sexual Harassment: INEC Receives Petition To Recall Senator Natasha From Nigerian Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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