5 h. ago Why govt should focus on primary, secondary education – Westerfield MD, Dosunmu

Managing Director of Westerfield College, Michael Dosunmu, speaks with BIODUN BUSARI about the school’s journey, from its origins in Lagos to its global expansion, including the recent unveiling of its branch in the United Kingdom What is the driving force behind the school’s expansion? The beauty of education, especially at such a high level, lies Read More

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5 h. ago Three Lagos Assembly workers face charges for assaulting DSS officers

The Department of State Services has arrested three workers of the Lagos State House of Assembly for allegedly attacking its personnel on February 18. Some individuals had manhandled DSS personnel during a drama that ensued at the assembly on Monday. The assembly, in a letter dated February 14, 2025, and signed by the acting clerk, Read More

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5 h. ago Customs seek traditional rulers’ support to tackle smuggling

The Nigeria Customs Service, Seme Area Command, said it is seeking strong collaboration with traditional rulers and other sister agencies to tackle smuggling and boost border security. The Customs Area Controller in charge of the command, Dr Ben Oramalugo, stated this during a two-day visit to traditional rulers and security agencies in Badagry, Lagos State. Read More

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8 h. ago Soludo promises collaboration with NAFDAC to tackle fake drugs

The Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo has pledged to collaborate with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control to eliminate fake, substandard, and adulterated drugs from the market. Soludo made the promise on Saturday in Onitsha while addressing traders of Ogbo Ogwu and surrounding markets, which were recently shut down by NAFDAC Read More

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10 h. ago Osun LG election: Police arrested our officials for committing no crime — OSSIEC Chairman

Tribune Online Osun LG election: Police arrested our officials for committing no crime — OSSIEC Chairman     The Chairman of the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), Hashim Abioye, has condemned the arrest of the commission’s officials by the police during the local government election, insisting that they committed no offence. Speaking to the press on Saturday, Abioye described the election as peaceful and well-conducted, dismissing earlier concerns raised by […] Osun LG election: Police arrested our officials for committing no crime — OSSIEC Chairman Tribune Online

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12 h. ago ECOWAS, CDD join forces to tackle disinformation threatening democracy

ECOWAS Commission and the Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD West Africa) have joined forces to combat. read more ECOWAS, CDD join forces to tackle disinformation threatening democracy

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15 h. ago Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years

Tribune Online Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years The National Association of Nigerian Traders (NANTS) have concluded a three-year Agricultural intervention project in Niger, empowering about 367,000 small holder farmers. Dr. Ken Ukaoha, National President of NANTS, Dr. Ken Ukaoha made the disclosure during the NANT/Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) project evaluation, sign-of and sustainability plan workshop in Minna. The […] Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Police Nab Man For Allegedly Stabbing Friend To Death In Niger

A 23-year-old Hashimu Sani who is said to be a drug addict has been apprehended by the police for allegedly stabbing his friend, Musa Bala to death in Kotonkoro, Mariga local government area of Niger State. LEADERSHIP gathered that Sani, in what started like a drama, threatened to stab Bala and before people could intervene, […]

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20 h. ago Group condemns recent killings in Abia, calls for immediate security action 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The NBM of Africa Worldwide, a Pan-African organization committed to humanitarian service, social justice, and equity, has strongly condemned the recent wave of killings in Aba and Umuahia. In a statement released by Esinwa Christian Chinonso, the group’s Public Relations Officer, after its executive meeting in Aba, the President of NBM […] The post Group condemns recent killings in Abia, calls for immediate security action  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Accusation against Otuaro false and baseless – Niger Delta civil society groups 

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Concerned Niger Delta Civil Society Groups, comprising the Ijaw Youth Consultative Forum, Ex Agitators Third Phase, Ndukwa Youth Association and other key stakeholders, have strongly condemned the false and malicious allegations made against Chief Dennis Otuaro, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). The spokesman,high chief Ebizimor Preye Raphael […] The post Accusation against Otuaro false and baseless – Niger Delta civil society groups  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Dominion varsity chancellor charges new students to aim for top grades

Tribune Online Dominion varsity chancellor charges new students to aim for top grades He urged them to be focused, set priorities and shun all acts capable of distracting them and ensure that they conduct themselves in a very peaceful manner. Dominion varsity chancellor charges new students to aim for top grades Tribune Online

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24 h. ago If we don’t take charge of our forests, we won’t see tomorrow

Tribune Online If we don’t take charge of our forests, we won’t see tomorrow  TIME was when the forest was the home of wealth and mirth. During those days, as the folk song says, the beloved wife stayed on the farm, not the homestead. You see, there were farms by the homestead but the real farms that housed the wealth of the race lay in the thick forests. A […] If we don’t take charge of our forests, we won’t see tomorrow Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Tariff hike: Committee meeting stalled as NLC alleges betrayal

The committee set up by the Federal Government to review the tariff structure by telecommunication companies has not met since its inauguration, Saturday PUNCH learnt. The committee which is made up of 10 members of equal numbers from the Nigeria Labour Congress and Federal Government was meant to come up with recommendations two weeks after Read More

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28 h. ago Southampton vs Brighton: Saints boss sends strong message to Onuachu, Aribo

Southampton head coach, Ivan Juric, has set demands for Super Eagles stars, Paul Onuachu and Joe Ayodele-Aribo, as he wants his side to step up against Brighton and Hove Albion, Soccernet.ng reports. The Nigerian duo found the back of the net in Juric’s only win since taking charge of the Saints late last year. Juric […] The post Southampton vs Brighton: Saints boss sends strong message to Onuachu, Aribo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Kwara: Islamic group decries ritual killings, calls for parental responsibility

Tribune Online Kwara: Islamic group decries ritual killings, calls for parental responsibility Muslim clerics and traditional rulers have been urged to intensify efforts in enlightening the youth against the get-rich-quick syndrome, which is becoming increasingly prevalent in society. The spiritual leader (Amir) of an Islamic organization in Kwara State, The Companions (Ilorin District), Mallam Ismail Okunlola, made this call in a statement condemning the recent brutal killing […] Kwara: Islamic group decries ritual killings, calls for parental responsibility Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Forfeited properties don’t belong to Emefiele, family members – Lawyer

Tribune Online Forfeited properties don’t belong to Emefiele, family members – Lawyer Lawyer to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has refuted claims that the recently forfeited properties by a Federal High Court in Lagos belong to the embattled Emefiele or any of his immediate family members. In a statement signed by Olawale Fapohunda, Esq., the lawyers clarified that the assets in question, allegedly […] Forfeited properties don’t belong to Emefiele, family members – Lawyer Tribune Online

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36 h. ago Diddy’s lawyer dumps music mogul ahead of sex trafficking trial

Embattled music mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs has suffered a major blow as his lawyer Anthony Ricco has stepped down from his legal team. Diddy, who faces charges of sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy, transportation and engaging in prostitution is in detention ahead of his trial on May 5, 2025. Ricco who issued a blunt statement, according […] The post Diddy’s lawyer dumps music mogul ahead of sex trafficking trial appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Group Condemns Natasha’s Outburst Against Akpabio, Seeks Apology

A Pan-African women’s advocacy group, Africa Arise for Change Network, has criticised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her recent altercation with Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, calling for a public apology. In a statement issued on Friday by Patricia Idoko, the country representative of the organisation, the group said Akpoti’s actions on the senate floor during Thursday’s […]

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38 h. ago Court orders final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, properties linked to Emefiele

Tribune Online Court orders final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, properties linked to Emefiele Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7 million, N830 million, and multiple properties linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor Godwin Emefiele. Delivering judgment on Friday, Justice Bogoro granted the forfeiture request filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), represented by […] Court orders final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, properties linked to Emefiele Tribune Online

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39 h. ago Court orders final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, multiple properties linked to Emefiele

By Lukman Olabiyi   Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court, Lagos on Friday ordered the final forfeiture of $4.7 million, N830million, and multiple properties linked to Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Justice Bogoro who had earlier dismissed an application seeking to halt his verdict, granted the […] The post Court orders final forfeiture of $4.7m, N830m, multiple properties linked to Emefiele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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