2 h. ago Lagos Assembly crisis, direct attack on rule of law — Rhodes

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly crisis, direct attack on rule of law — Rhodes-Vivour He asserted that this forceful seizure of the legislative chambers undermines the very foundations of the nation's democracy and sends a disturbing message about how power is wielded in the state. Lagos Assembly crisis, direct attack on rule of law — Rhodes-Vivour Tribune Online

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13 h. ago VIDEO: NDLEA seizes cocaine, skunk hidden in mattresses, car parts

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intercepted large quantities of cocaine, skunk, and other illegal drugs concealed in unusual places, including mattresses and vehicle parts. This was revealed in a statement shared on Sunday by the NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, via X (formerly Twitter). Sharing videos of the seizures, the Read More

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14 h. ago N’Delta Youths Knock S’Court Oder To Seize Rivers Allocation

Pan Niger Delta Youths has condemned Supreme Court over its recent verdict on Central Bank of Nigeria to seize Rivers allocation. PANDYEF in a statement on Saturday, by its Spokesman Chika Adiele, described the apex Court’s judgement as an economic sabotage to the people of the state. The group noted that the court verdict was […] The post N’Delta Youths Knock S’Court Oder To Seize Rivers Allocation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago N’Delta youths fault S’Court order to seize Rivers allocation

THE Pan Niger Delta Youths has described the Supreme Court order to the Central Bank of Nigeria to seize Rivers allocation as an economic sabotage to the people of the state. The Niger Delta group said the court verdict was capable of truncating the peace and sustainable development being provided by the State Governor, Siminalayi Read More

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21 h. ago Offor showers wife with love at lavish 40th birthday celebration

It felt as if billionaire businessman and philanthropist, Emeka Offor, was getting married again to his wife, Vivian, as she celebrated her 40th birthday recently. The extravagant birthday party took place in Abuja. At the celebration, Vivian could easily have been mistaken for a bride, dressed in an elegant all-white outfit. The birthday girl wore Read More

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22 h. ago Pharmacists seek border restriction after NAFDAC seized N1tn fake drugs

Pharmacists have raised concerns over the volumes of fake drugs in circulation across the country, saying the porous borders were contributing to the menace. The experts explained that while agencies saddled with the responsibilities of protecting the borders and ensuring Nigerians get access to quality drugs are working, more needs to be done to ensure Read More

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23 h. ago NYSC Member Freed After Family Pays N1.1m Ransom To Kidnappers

A National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday, has regained her freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1 million. Lawal was abducted on tuesday while traveling from Benin, Edo State, to Ibadan, Oyo State, where she was to resume at her place of […] The post NYSC Member Freed After Family Pays N1.1m Ransom To Kidnappers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago My abductors seized, wore my NYSC kit — Freed corps member narrates ordeal

Tribune Online My abductors seized, wore my NYSC kit — Freed corps member narrates ordeal According to her, one of the kidnappers went as far as putting on the uniform along with the cap. My abductors seized, wore my NYSC kit — Freed corps member narrates ordeal Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Corps Members Disappointed As Tinubu Govt. Delays N77,000 Allowance Payment

Following earlier commitments by the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to increase corps members’ monthly allowance to N77,000 starting February 2025, the Tinubu led Nigerian government has continued to pay the old N33,000 stipend. According to Sahara Reporters, multiple corps members confirmed receiving their February allowance on Friday night, only to find out that it […] The post Corps Members Disappointed As Tinubu Govt. Delays N77,000 Allowance Payment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago JUST IN: Abducted corps member regains freedom after N1.1m ransom payment

Tribune Online JUST IN: Abducted corps member regains freedom after N1.1m ransom payment A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday, has regained her freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1 million. Tribune Online reports that Lawal was abducted while traveling from Benin, Edo State, to Ibadan, Oyo State, to resume at her place of primary […] JUST IN: Abducted corps member regains freedom after N1.1m ransom payment Tribune Online

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31 h. ago How Kidnappers Sexually Abused, Planned To Marry 8 Kidnapped Ladies — Victim

A 30-year-old Kaduna-based lady, Fayina Akilawus has recounted her four years ordeal in the enclave of kidnappers with kidnappers taking sexual advantage of eight (8) female abductees and abductors’ plan to marry them. Akilawus told LEADERSHIP that her ordeal began when she boarded a 14-seater bus on October 19, 2020 on her way to Adamawa […]

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31 h. ago BREAKING: Abducted corps member freed after N1.1m ransom payment

A National Youth Service Corp member, Rofiat Lawal, who was kidnapped along the Benin-Ore Expressway on Tuesday has regained freedom after her family paid a ransom of N1.1m. PUNCH Online reports that Lawal was kidnapped while en route to Ibadan, Oyo State from Benin, Edo State to resume at her place of primary assignment. The Read More

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37 h. ago Air Chief commissions new NAF infrastructure in Lagos, lauds personnel’s gallantry

BY PHILIP NWOSU The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has commended the gallantry and professionalism of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel just as he inaugurated new infrastructure at the Logistics Command in Ikeja, Lagos. The commissioned projects include a newly constructed Officers’ Accommodation Complex and a Corporals & Below Mess, aimed […] The post Air Chief commissions new NAF infrastructure in Lagos, lauds personnel’s gallantry appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Alleged N1.3bn fraud: Peter responsible for Jude’s prison ordeal – Rudeboy

By Seyi Babalola Nigerian artist Paul Okoye, also known as Rudeboy, has accused his twin brother Peter of being involved in the fraud allegations against their elder brother, Jude Okoye. The musician said this after successfully securing Jude’s release from detention by staking his Ikoyi house and providing a guarantee. Jude, the former manager of […] The post Alleged N1.3bn fraud: Peter responsible for Jude’s prison ordeal – Rudeboy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Passengers Face Flight Delay As Multiple Bird Strikes Hit Air Peace Aircraft

Air Peace Airlines has asked its passengers to expect flight disruptions as it suffered three bird strikes in 24 hours on Friday. In a press statement by the head of Corporate Communication of the Airlines, Dr Ejike Ndiulo, it said it has, however, commenced requisite inspections and maintenance procedures to ensure that the affected aircraft […]

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56 h. ago CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov

Tribune Online CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov The Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr. Mrs Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has stated that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is about investing in communities, protecting the environment, empowering the underprivileged, and ensuring that businesses contribute positively to the society in which they operate. CSR must align with people’s needs for meaningful development — Ogun deputy gov Tribune Online

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57 h. ago Oyo/Osun Customs generates N2bn as revenue, seizes N165.3m smuggled goods in February

Tribune Online Oyo/Osun Customs generates N2bn as revenue, seizes N165.3m smuggled goods in February In ensuring compliance with extant laws and policies, the Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has generated N2,048,487,969 as revenue between 1 and 27 February. Oyo/Osun Customs generates N2bn as revenue, seizes N165.3m smuggled goods in February Tribune Online

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57 h. ago Naval chief orders probe into missing corpse at Delta hospital

The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla has launched an investigation into the alleged disappearance of the corpse of a 78-year-old man, late Joseph Ighorhiohwunu, from the mortuary of the Nigerian Navy Hospital in Effurun, Delta State. PUNCH Metro gathered that this followed a petition from the family of the deceased, led by Read More

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62 h. ago Heritage Bank: NDIC engages external solicitors for debt recovery

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) has engaged external solicitors  as parts of efforts to recover debts and resolve legal disputes, especially following the failure of Heritage Bank. Speaking at a Sensitization Seminar for External Solicitors in Abuja on Thursday, NDIC Managing Director Bello Hassan, appealed to the professionals to support […] The post Heritage Bank: NDIC engages external solicitors for debt recovery appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Why we renamed NYSC camp after renowned educationist – Bauchi gov

The Bauchi State Government has explained the rationale behind renaming the National Youth Service Corps permanent orientation camp in the state after a renowned educationist, Mallam Yusuf Muhammad Baba. The decision was reached during a State Executive Council meeting chaired by Governor Bala Mohammed. While briefing the journalists on the decision on Thursday, the Bauchi Read More

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