85 m. ago Governor Alia Appoints 23 Coordinators To Strengthen APC Presence Across Benue LGAs

  Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has appointed 23 coordinators, including former House of Representatives member Francis Agbo, to oversee affairs in the state’s 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs). The announcement was made on Sunday, during an expanded caucus meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Makurdi. The initiative aims to promote grassroots […] The post Governor Alia Appoints 23 Coordinators To Strengthen APC Presence Across Benue LGAs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon For Certain Individuals Will Embolden Criminality In Nigeria — Lawyer

Effiong, who is also a human rights lawyer, however, noted that the granting of presidential pardon on some of the individuals, including the late General Mamman Vatsa and the Ogoni Nine, was understandable. The post Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon For Certain Individuals Will Embolden Criminality In Nigeria — Lawyer appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 h. ago “Scrap NDLEA” – Melaye Mocks Tinubu’s Pardon Of 70 Convicted Drug Lords

  Senator Dino Melaye has called on President Bola Tinubu to scrap the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) following the recent presidential pardon granted to convicted criminals. The pardon included 70 drug lords, a move that has drawn strong criticism from the senator and other public figures. Melaye expressed outrage at the development, describing […] The post “Scrap NDLEA” – Melaye Mocks Tinubu’s Pardon Of 70 Convicted Drug Lords appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigeria, UAE To Sign Partnership Deal On Volleyball Development

In a bid to enhance the development of volleyball in Nigeria, the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) is set to sign a partnership agreement with its counterpart in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on 31 October this year. This announcement was made by NVBF President Engineer Musa Nimrod during a visit from the President of the […]

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6 h. ago Monarch Tackles Group For Meddling In Disputed Forest Reserve

As the warring oil communities of Ekid and Ibeno ethnic nationalities continue to draw battle line over the ownership of the disputed Stubbs Creek Forest Reserve, a member of the Ibeno traditional rulers’ council, Chief Udofia Okon Udofia, has warned other interested parties to steer clear. LEADERSHIP learnt that the convener of a civil society […]

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7 h. ago Suspected Thugs Attack Edo Council Chairman Over Traffic Enforcement

Acting chairman of Egor local government area, Hon. Osaro Eribo, has been attacked by suspected thugs during a visit to Muyi Line while leading the council’s traffic enforcement operation on Uselu-Lagos Road. Eribo narrated that the assault occurred as he sought to address complaints about indiscriminate parking and road obstruction. He said the council had […]

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7 h. ago Mixed Reactions As Benue Community Expels Pregnant Widow, Child

Mixed reactions have trailed the residents of Ugbema community in Buruku local government area of Benue State expulsion of a pregnant widow and her child for shoplifting. A member of the community told our correspondent on condition of anonymity that the widow, who recently lost her husband, had allegedly been stealing items from local shops […]

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15 h. ago Alia, Ortom Clash Over ₦100bn Loan Approved By Benue Assembly

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, and his predecessor, Samuel Ortom, on Sunday traded words over the ₦100 billion loan recently approved by the State House of Assembly. During an emergency plenary held last Friday, the House granted approval for Governor Alia’s request to secure a ₦100 billion loan aimed at financing key infrastructural projects across […] The post Alia, Ortom Clash Over ₦100bn Loan Approved By Benue Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Undermines Justice, Encourages Criminality — Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s recent exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy, describing it as a reckless misuse of power that undermines justice and accountability in Nigeria. In a statement posted on his X handle on Sunday, Atiku said the presidential pardon, which saw clemency granted to 175 convicts […]

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21 h. ago Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Undermines Justice, Emboldens Criminality – Atiku

The former Vice President criticised the most recent round of pardons, saying it has reduced the process to a mere triviality. The post Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon Undermines Justice, Emboldens Criminality – Atiku appeared first on Channels Television.

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22 h. ago “Tinubu’s Choice Of Amupitan As INEC Chair Is Right Choice”— NNPP Founder

The Founder of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), Boniface Aniebonam, has expressed support for the appointment of Professor Joash Amupitan as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). He commended President Bola Tinubu for making the appointment, describing it as a step in the right direction to restore public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral […] The post “Tinubu’s Choice Of Amupitan As INEC Chair Is Right Choice”— NNPP Founder appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Ola Of Lagos Confirms Car Showroom Demolition By Lagos Govt. Plans “Bigger And Better” Facility

Ola of Lagos, a well-known Nigerian auto dealer and influencer, has confirmed the demolition of his car showroom, expressing a hopeful and resilient outlook despite the incident. In an Instagram story post on Saturday, Ola addressed the incident after a video showing the showroom being pulled down went viral—just months following its grand opening. Although […] The post Ola Of Lagos Confirms Car Showroom Demolition By Lagos Govt. Plans “Bigger And Better” Facility appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Netizens Outraged Over Tinubu’s Presidential Pardon For Husband Killer Maryam Sanda

Nigerians have expressed outrage on social media following news that Maryam Sanda, who was convicted in 2020 for the murder of her husband, Bilyaminu Bello, has been granted a presidential pardon by President Bola Tinubu. Sanda, who had spent years in prison, was among 175 inmates whose sentences were either commuted or pardoned on Friday, […]

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25 h. ago IDGC: Benue calls for action to protect and support girl child

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue State government has called for collective action to protect the girl child and amplify their voices to get the support they need to thrive. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs Theresa Ikwue, made this call on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in a chat with newsmen while […] The post IDGC: Benue calls for action to protect and support girl child appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Pregnant Widow Expelled From Ugbema Community In Benue Over Alleged Shoplifting

Tension has reportedly gripped the Ugbema community in Benue State after local elders allegedly ordered the expulsion of a heavily pregnant widow accused of shoplifting. According to Daily Post community sources reported that the woman, who recently lost her husband, had been taking small household items from local shops in a desperate effort to provide […] The post Pregnant Widow Expelled From Ugbema Community In Benue Over Alleged Shoplifting appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Suspected Thugs Attack LG Chairman Over Traffic Enforcement In Edo

The acting Chairman of Egor local government area, Hon. Osaro Eribo, was reportedly attacked by unidentified thugs during a visit to Muyi Line while personally leading the Council’s traffic enforcement operation along Uselu-Lagos Road. Eribo narrated that the assault occurred as he sought to address complaints about indiscriminate parking and road obstruction by motorists. He […]

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30 h. ago Oil, Condensate Output Drop To 1.5mbpd In September, Production Hindered By Workers’ Strike

Crude oil and condensates production for the month of September 2025 fell to an average of 1.581 million barrels per day, according to official statistics released by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) on Saturday, October 11.The 1.581 million barrels per day average production in September comprises 1.39 million bopd of crude oil and […]

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30 h. ago Google Grants Students In Nigeria, Others Free Access On Advanced AI Tools

Google now offers its premium AI subscription, Google AI Pro for free to university students for 12 months across Africa, as part of an initiative to support higher education across Africa To this end, it has launched a 12-month Google AI Pro Plan for Students in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Rwanda, South Africa, and Zimbabwe to […]

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31 h. ago Nigeria GovTech recognises Benue Digital Agency as best in ICT

The Benue Digital Infrastructure Company (BDIC) PLC has been nationally recognised as the “Best State ICT Agency” at the Nigeria read more Nigeria GovTech recognises Benue Digital Agency as best in ICT

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31 h. ago Plateau Govt Tasks Communities On Safeguard Of Public Facilities

The Plateau State government has expressed concern with the constant vandalism of solar panels, especially around the Bauchi Road Bridge, and urged communities to help safeguard public infrastructure as they are all being funding by tax-payers. The commissioner for works, Hon. Ubandoma Laven, while speaking with newsmen in Jos at the weekend debunked claims by […]

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