12 h. ago NANS Warns Of Nationwide Protests Over Ramadan School Closures In Northern States

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened nationwide protests if the governors of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states fail to reverse their decision to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan. NANS National Public Relations Officer, Samson Adeyemi, criticized the move as an infringement on students’ right to uninterrupted education. In a […] The post NANS Warns Of Nationwide Protests Over Ramadan School Closures In Northern States appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago VIDEO: ‘No wedding plans’, Pastor Ighodalo dismisses rumours of marriage to Kate Henshaw

Renowned clergyman and senior pastor of Trinity House, Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, has addressed rumours about his alleged plans to marry Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw. Speculation about his remarriage has been circulating on social media, with some even claiming that Aso Ebi is already being prepared for the supposed wedding. However, in a recent interview with Read More

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14 h. ago NANS threatens protest over Ramadan school closure in Northern states

The National Association of Nigerian Students has threatened to embark on nationwide protests if the governors of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states do not reverse their decision to close down schools for five weeks for the Ramadan fast within 72 hours. NANS, in a statement on Monday by its National Public Relations Officer, Samson Read More

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19 h. ago My abductors threatened to marry me, took my uniform – Corper

A National Youth Service Corps member, Rofiat Lawal, who was abducted along the Benin-Ore Expressway last Tuesday, has disclosed that her abductors threatened to force her into marriage and take her to Sokoto if her family refused to pay a ransom. This is just as she narrated that one of the abductors, who are Fulani, Read More

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24 h. ago CAN Demands Reversal Of Ramadan School Closure Policy in Northern States

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has threatened legal action against the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states over their directive to close schools for five weeks during Ramadan. CAN criticized the move as discriminatory, arguing that it violates the rights of non-Muslim students who are denied access to education during the period. […] The post CAN Demands Reversal Of Ramadan School Closure Policy in Northern States appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago NLC Declares Nationwide Protest Over Planned Telecom Tariff Increase

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to stage a nationwide protest on February 4, 2025, if the Federal Government proceeds with its plan to implement a 50% hike in telecom tariffs. In a statement signed by NLC President Comrade Joe Ajaero, the Congress expressed strong opposition to the proposed increase, citing its potential to […] The post NLC Declares Nationwide Protest Over Planned Telecom Tariff Increase appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago CAN threatens legal action over Ramadan school closures in northern states

The Christian Association of Nigeria has issued an ultimatum to the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kano, and Kebbi states, demanding the reversal of their directives mandating a five-week closure of schools for the Ramadan fast. CAN described the move as discriminatory and a violation of the rights of non-Muslim students, warning that it would pursue Read More

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27 h. ago Ramadan: Use fasting to promote unity, Damagum urges Muslims

Tribune Online Ramadan: Use fasting to promote unity, Damagum urges Muslims “As a nation, we are faced with numerous security and developmental challenges that threaten our collective survival. This is why we must take advantage of the Ramadan season to pray for peace, stability, and progress,” Damagum stated. Ramadan: Use fasting to promote unity, Damagum urges Muslims Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Police Nab Armed Robbery Suspect In Military Uniform In Nasarawa

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a member of an armed robbery syndicate, which operates in military uniform along Abuja-Keffi Road and part of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). A statement by the command’s public relations officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, on Sunday in Lafia, said the suspect was arrested by operatives attached to Angwan […]

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31 h. ago NLC threatens nationwide protest over telecoms, electricity tariff hikes

The Nigeria Labour Congress on Sunday directed its affiliates to be on alert for mass action if the Federal Government implements the telecommunication services charge contrary to the terms agreed by the 10-man committee. The decision was taken by the National Executive Council of the NLC during a meeting in Yola, Adamawa State, where the Read More

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45 h. ago From beauty to pain: How chemicals in hair extensions threaten women’s health

Dyes are applied to human and synthetic hair extensions to create a variety of colours, enhancing their appeal to buyers. However, insights from experts and users revealed that these chemicals have adverse effects, as they trigger skin rashes and facial swelling, writes JANET OGUNDEPO Tiny, reddish and itchy raised bumps were the cross an Akwa Read More

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52 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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54 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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69 h. ago Rivers community falls into ruin as oil spill destroys livelihoods

An environmental catastrophe is unfolding in the Kalabari Kingdom, Rivers State, where an unchecked oil spill has poisoned the waters, decimated livelihoods, and left an entire community in despair. Fishermen return with empty nets, mothers struggle to feed their children, and a looming health crisis threatens lives, write ELLIOT OVADJE and DENNIS NAKU The people, Read More

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3 d. ago Keyamo threatens international airlines over local caterer patronage

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has threatened to reject the summer schedule of foreign airlines that refuse to patronize local caterers for outboard meals. The minister made this known during a stakeholders’ meeting on ‘Transforming the Aviation Industry’ held in Lagos on Friday. Keyamo expressed his dissatisfaction with international airlines for Read More

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3 d. ago Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

Festus Keyamo, the minister of aviation and aerospace development has threatened to reject summer schedule of foreign airlines who refuse read more Keyamo to reject summer schedule of airlines that fail to patronise local caterers

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3 d. ago Natasha threatens to expose Akpabio as group petitions Senate

The senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has vowed to expose the leadership style of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Her declaration comes after she was referred to the Senate’s Ethics and Disciplinary Committee following a confrontation with Akpabio over a seating arrangement dispute. Akpoti-Uduaghan stated that she was ready to appear before the committee but Read More

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3 d. ago Zonal congresses: PDP internal wrangling threatens future electoral success

Despite the crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party, its zonal congresses in the South-South, South-East, and North-East saw both successes and divisions. While some regions experienced smooth processes, others deepened party polarisation. ABDULRAHMAN ZAKARIYAU X-ray the outcomes and the growing internal tensions within the party The main opposition party has been struggling with internal issues Read More

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4 d. ago Police Nab 2 Female Child Traffickers, Reject ₦1m Bribe In Imo

Operatives of the Imo State Police Command have rescued two children from their female abductors in two separate incidents, even as they rejected a ₦1million offer as bribe. Police spokesperson in the state, DSP Henry Okoye disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday. Okoye disclosed that on February 4th 2025, operatives […]

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4 d. ago Lolo1 Confronts Police Escort After Alleged Harassment By Lawmaker’s Convoy

Nigerian actress and media personality Omotunde Adebowale, popularly known as Lolo 1, has accused a lawmaker’s police escort of harassing her in Lagos. The 47-year-old television personality said in a video that was uploaded to her Instagram page on Wednesday that the police officers tried to take her car keys and threatened to kill her […] The post Lolo1 Confronts Police Escort After Alleged Harassment By Lawmaker’s Convoy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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