5 h. ago Terrorism: Oshiomhole Faults Judge For Reducing Death Sentence To 20

Senator representing Edo North senatorial district, Adams Oshiomhole, has condemned what he described as a disturbing judicial trend where convictions for capital offences were being reduced to lesser prison sentences, warning that such decisions undermined the rule of law and public confidence in the justice system. Speaking during Senate deliberations on national security on Wednesday, […]

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6 h. ago ATBU alumni oppose Reps’ move to reclassify institution as conventional varsity

ATBU’s alumni association opposes the reclassification of the institution, warning it could weaken its core STEM mandate and regional capacity. Read More: https://punchng.com/atbu-alumni-oppose-reps-move-to-reclassify-institution-as-conventional-varsity/

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7 h. ago Polytechnic workers demand payment of outstanding promotion arrears

Nigerian polytechnic workers demand payment of outstanding promotion arrears and better conditions, warning of industrial unrest if the government fails to Read More: https://punchng.com/polytechnic-workers-demand-payment-of-outstanding-promotion-arrears/

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8 h. ago Venezuela Bans Airlines Accused Of ‘Terrorism’ After US Warning

Venezuela’s civil aviation authority announced on Wednesday that it has banned multiple international airlines it accused of “terrorism” after they suspended routes, citing the US Government’s warnings about military activity in the region. The affected carriers include Spain’s Iberia, Portugal’s TAP, Colombia’s Avianca, Chile and Brazil’s LATAM, Brazil’s GOL, and Turkish Airlines. According to the […]

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9 h. ago Insecurity: ‘Let’s Tell Tinubu The Truth’, Bayelsa West Senator Faults Colleagues Over Patronising Comments

Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, has urged his colleagues in the Senate to speak truthfully to President Bola Tinubu about the worsening security situation in Nigeria instead of making patronising comments. Speaking during a debate on national insecurity at the Senate on Wednesday, Dickson warned against “sugarcoating” the realities on ground, saying it was […]

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9 h. ago ‘Army Will No Longer Tolerate Misconduct Triggering Violence’, Says Brigade Commander

The Commander of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke OPWS, Brigadier Kingsley Uwa, has decried the increasing cases of insecurity in southern Taraba, assuring that security forces will henceforth be more decisive in responding to actions and misconduct that instigate crises. Brigadier Uwa warned that security forces will no longer tolerate actions capable […]

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11 h. ago Ethnic, Religious Divisions Threatening Nigeria’s Survival – Agwai

A former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Martin Luther Agwai, has warned that Nigeria risks deeper insecurity and national fragility unless it confronts worsening ethnic and religious divisions. He attributed these to elite’s struggle for power and resources. “It is we, the elite, that are the problem. It is not the farmer in my […]

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18 h. ago B’Haram members found on army, police recruitment lists – Wase

Former Deputy Speaker Idris Wase reveals shocking Boko Haram infiltration in Nigerian Army and police recruitment, warning of a major threat to national se Read More: https://punchng.com/bharam-members-found-on-army-police-recruitment-lists-wase/

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22 h. ago TRACE warns Ogun residents against blocking roads for social events

Ogun State’s TRACE warns residents against road blocking for social events, especially during yuletide, to prevent gridlock. Violators face heavy sanctions Read More: https://punchng.com/trace-warns-ogun-residents-against-blocking-roads-for-social-events/

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23 h. ago Implement Police Withdrawal From VIPs With Caution, Retired AIG Tells FG

He warned that if not handled carefully, the withdrawal of police officers from VIPs could trigger regrettable fallouts. The post Implement Police Withdrawal From VIPs With Caution, Retired AIG Tells FG appeared first on Channels Television.

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24 h. ago Insecurity: KONGONET tasks Kogi govt on rapid response systems in high

KONGONET strongly warned that misinformation can undermine the credibility of

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24 h. ago NPC calls for overhaul of population data systems to advance development

The National Population Commission (NPC) has urged a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s population data systems, warning that outdated demographic information is undermining the country’s

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26 h. ago Nigeria Risks $3bn Yearly Loss Over Failure To Meet EU Deforestation Rules

Nigeria could lose over $1 billion in direct agricultural export earnings and more than $3 billion in total economic value each year if it does not align with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). A new federal government white paper launched in Abuja on Wednesday has revealed. Under the EUDR rules, commodities entering the EU […]

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26 h. ago Negotiating with bandits will fuel more violence, Reps warn Tinubu

Nigeria’s House of Representatives condemns negotiating with bandits, warning President Tinubu that this approach fuels more violence and undermines securi Read More: https://punchng.com/negotiating-with-bandits-will-fuel-more-violence-reps-warn-tinubu/

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28 h. ago Again, Osun Security Council Meets As Adeleke Warns Against Political Violence

The Osun State Security Council has met to assess current security challenges in the State and develop new state-wide measures aimed at protecting residents from both internal and external threats. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, and attended by all Service commanders, focused on strengthening existing frameworks to prevent infiltration by bandits […]

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28 h. ago Kano Deputy Governor Raises Alarm Over Growing Sophistication Of Criminals

Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdusalam Gwarzo, has warned that criminal groups across the country were becoming increasingly complex, while government response has not matched the pace of evolving security threats. Gwarzo stated this on Wednesday when he received members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Correspondents’ Chapel in his office. He lamented […]

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28 h. ago Senate hails Tinubu, security agencies for rescuing hostages

The Nigerian Senate commends President Tinubu for recent hostage rescues but warns of escalating Nigerian insecurity in Kwara, Kebbi, and Niger states. Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-hails-tinubu-security-agencies-for-rescuing-hostages/

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30 h. ago FCT: Wike issues stern warning to officials over schools closure

Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Minister, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, has issued a stern warning that officials responsible for the unauthorised closure of

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32 h. ago 16 Days of Activism: Violence will no longer be tolerated — Zamfara gov’s wife

The wife of Governor Dauda Lawal and First Lady of Zamfara State, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has officially launched the global campaign for the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence in the state. She warned that both physical and digital violence will no longer be tolerated. Speaking today at the Government House in Gusau, […]

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33 h. ago ADC Group Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plan To Hijack Party In Borno

The Critical Youths Stakeholders Forum (CYSF) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Borno State has warned that the party would no longer accept ‘political jobbers’ to infiltrate its ranks ahead of the 2027 general elections. The Forum said its members are determined to register new members into its fold across the state, devoid of […]

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