25 m. ago Tinubu unveils youth academy to bridge skills gap, boost empowerment

President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Tinubu, who stated this when he officially launched the Nigerian Youth Academy at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa in Abuja, noted that Read More

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25 m. ago Osun communal clashes: Police arrest three for illegal gun possession

Osun State Police Command on Monday said it has arrested three suspects for having in their possession firearms and for breaking restriction orders in communities affected by communal clashes in the state. The command also said exhibits that include guns were recovered from the suspects arrested in the affected communities. What initially started as boundary Read More

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55 m. ago Police arrest 13 kidnappers, recover weapons, motorcycles in multiple operation

Tribune Online Police arrest 13 kidnappers, recover weapons, motorcycles in multiple operation The Nigeria Police Force have carried out multiple diligent operations, underscoring the Force’s unwavering commitment to enhancing internal security and combating criminal activities across the nation. Police arrest 13 kidnappers, recover weapons, motorcycles in multiple operation Tribune Online

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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 INEC frustrating registration of new political party — Coalition

Tribune Online INEC frustrating registration of new political party — Coalition There appears to be a simmering cold war between the Coalition of Political Leaders, which includes former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Kaduna State Governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). INEC frustrating registration of new political party — Coalition Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Tinubu NiYA launches, says youths being equipped to be major competitors on global stage

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu at the launch of the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) on Monday, has affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. Speaking at the ceremony at the Council Chambers of […] The post Tinubu NiYA launches, says youths being equipped to be major competitors on global stage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Police indict 17 students over alleged vandalisation Oyo school laboratories

Tribune Online Police indict 17 students over alleged vandalisation Oyo school laboratories The police have indicted 17 out of the 59 students arrested in connection with the vandalization of science laboratory equipment worth over N25 million at Christ Apostolic Church Grammar School, Oniyere, Ibadan, on Thursday. Police indict 17 students over alleged vandalisation Oyo school laboratories Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Rivers Crisis: Reps Member Urges Tinubu To Restore Fubara, Engage Abdulsalami Committee

Lawmaker representing Andoni/Opobo/Mkoro Federal Constituency in Rivers State, Awaji-Inombek Abiante, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to restore Sim Fubara as Governor of the state. The lawmaker also urged Tinubu to engage the National Peace Committee headed by former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, to mediate with the warring parties in the oil-rich state. Recall […] The post Rivers Crisis: Reps Member Urges Tinubu To Restore Fubara, Engage Abdulsalami Committee appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Tinubu expresses resolve to enhance Nigerian youth competitiveness on global stage

Tribune Online Tinubu expresses resolve to enhance Nigerian youth competitiveness on global stage President Bola Tinubu has affirmed his administration’s resolve to equip Nigerian youths with the required skills that would enable them to compete effectively as key players on the global stage. He gave the assurance on Monday when he officially launched the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. President […] Tinubu expresses resolve to enhance Nigerian youth competitiveness on global stage Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Rivers: HURIWA faults AGF, Onanuga over allegations against Fubara

Insists on evidence-based discourse From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned what it describes as unsubstantiated and reckless allegations by key federal officials linking suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to militant activities in the Niger Delta. The rights group, in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, […] The post Rivers: HURIWA faults AGF, Onanuga over allegations against Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Police arrest 13 kidnappers, recover weapons in multiple operations

The Nigeria Police Force has arrested 13 suspected kidnappers in multiple operations across different states, recovering 11 assorted rifles, 89 rounds of live ammunition of various calibres, and operational motorcycles. The arrests highlight the police force’s ongoing commitment to tackling criminal activities and ensuring internal security across the nation. In a statement issued on Monday, Read More

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5 h. ago HURIWA Slams Fagbemi, Onanuga Over Unverified Allegations Against Fubara

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned recent allegations made by top federal officials linking Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to militant activities in the Niger Delta, describing the claims as baseless and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Monday, HURIWA’s National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, faulted accusations from Attorney […]

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5 h. ago Insurgency: NAF airstrikes kill terrorists, destroy hideouts in Borno

Tribune Online Insurgency: NAF airstrikes kill terrorists, destroy hideouts in Borno According to the statement, "the precision airstrikes, conducted over the weekend, resulted in the neutralization of multiple terrorists and the destruction of 3 gun trucks, significantly disrupting terrorist activities in the region. Insurgency: NAF airstrikes kill terrorists, destroy hideouts in Borno Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Makinde makes new appointments in tertiary institutions, pilgrims’ board

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved new appointments to the governing councils of three tertiary institutions in the state, including the appointment of the immediate past Chief Executive Officer of First Bank Nigeria, Dr Adesola Adeduntan. A statement by Makinde’s Special Adviser on Media, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, on Monday in Ibadan, said the governor also Read More

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6 h. ago Police arrest 2,341 suspects for various criminal activities nationwide

Tribune Online Police arrest 2,341 suspects for various criminal activities nationwide According to him, "the Force recorded the arrest of 602 armed robbery suspects, 385 kidnapping suspects, 557 Murder/homicide suspects, 215 suspects connected with the unlawful possession of prohibited firearms, 286 rape suspects, 276 suspected cultists, recovery of 333 various firearms, 6422 ammunition of various calibres. Police arrest 2,341 suspects for various criminal activities nationwide Tribune Online

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7 h. ago “If You’re Unprepared, You Won’t Last” – Jaywon On Enduring Criticism In Music Industry

Nigerian Afrobeats singer Jaywon has suggested that celebrities can effectively manage social media trolls by developing emotional resilience and strength. He stressed that the Nigerian music industry is not a place for “the weak.” The singer noted that top stars like Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy are often targeted by trolls on social media, stressing […] The post “If You’re Unprepared, You Won’t Last” – Jaywon On Enduring Criticism In Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Activists petition ECOWAS, demand reversal of Rivers emergency rule

Tribune Online Activists petition ECOWAS, demand reversal of Rivers emergency rule The petitioners argued that the President's actions in Rivers State are unconstitutional and set a dangerous precedent for democratic governance in Nigeria and the broader West African region if nothing is done to address it. Activists petition ECOWAS, demand reversal of Rivers emergency rule Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Ajaero warns governors against undermining court order on LG autonomy

NULGE inaugurates new leadership From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has issued a strong warning to state governments against undermining the implementation of a Supreme Court judgment mandating local governments to establish accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in order to receive their allocations directly. […] The post Ajaero warns governors against undermining court order on LG autonomy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Prison fellowship trains mentors, staff on safeguarding inmates’ children

Tribune Online Prison fellowship trains mentors, staff on safeguarding inmates’ children The Prison Fellowship Nigeria (PFN) has trained about 70 mentors, staff and donors of the Promise Path Programme (PPP), an initiative of the PFN on safeguarding children of inmates. The two-day event which was held on Friday and Saturday in Ibadan was organised for the PPP mentors across seven states of the country. ALSO READ: 12 […] Prison fellowship trains mentors, staff on safeguarding inmates’ children Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Fubara Denies Links To Militants, Bemoans Fake Reports Of Pipeline Bombings In Rivers

Suspended Rivers State governor, Siminialayi Fubara, has distanced himself from militant groups allegedly threatening the federal government over the ongoing political crisis in the state. Fubara, in a statement released on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, expressed concerns over attempts to link him to militant activities. He dismissed claims of attacks on […]

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