8 h. ago Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns

By Oluseye Ojo Residents and leaders of Itasa community in Oyo State have raised the alarm over the operations of a mining company they claimed poses a significant threat to their safety and environment. During a recent visit to the mining site, community leaders expressed their urgent need for the Federal Government to compel the […] The post Oyo community demands eviction of mining company over environmental, security concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illicit crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe area of Abuja. This was revealed in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale. Seven people connected to the illicit production and distribution of crude oil were also confirmed to have been […] The post NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago ISA Places Nigeria As Major Player In 4th Industrial Revolution – Experts

Experts have said that the Investment and Securities Act (ISA) 2025 has made Nigeria a major player in the fourth Industrial Revolution. This new reality was the focus of conversations at the Digital Asset Markets Strategy Masterclass Series held in Lagos, where experts and policymakers commended the government on implementing the ISA. In March 2025, […]

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30 h. ago When Security Agencies Become Saboteurs Of National Interest

The fiercest battles are not always fought on distant frontlines or along rugged terrains—they often rage within the very institutions meant to protect a nation. Nigeria’s worsening security quagmire is not just about external threats like insurgency or banditry. It is about something far more insidious: interagency rivalry, misaligned priorities, and the disturbing emergence of […]

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38 h. ago New NNPCL boss targets 3m barrels daily, $60bn investment by 2030

The new Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Mr Bayo Ojulari, has met with the company’s staff, pledging to pursue its bold ambitions and transform NNPCL into a source of pride for all Nigerians. In a town hall meeting held at the NNPCL Towers in Abuja, Ojulari said it was a huge honour and Read More

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40 h. ago NNPC Ltd unveils $60bn investment target, 2m bpd oil production

From Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced ambitious goals to attract $60 billion in sectoral investment and achieve a daily crude oil production of two million barrels per day (bpd). Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari shared these targets at a townhall meeting held at NNPC Towers in Abuja on […] The post NNPC Ltd unveils $60bn investment target, 2m bpd oil production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Easter: CDS reaffirms military’s commitment to national security

As Christians across Nigeria celebrate Easter, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to national security, peace, and stability. In his Easter message on Thursday, Musa described the season as one of deep reflection and renewal. He urged members of the AFN to Read More

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42 h. ago Nigeria investigating Truecaller, TikTok over data processing — NDPC boss

NDPC partners with health ministry to strengthen data protection in healthcare From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigerian Data Protection Commission (NDPC) said it is currently investigating global platforms like Truecaller and TikTok over their handling of Nigerian citizens’ data. NCDPC also said that it has intensified efforts to secure sensitive information within the country’s healthcare […] The post Nigeria investigating Truecaller, TikTok over data processing — NDPC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago FRSC, NSCDC Mobilize Over 2,000 Officers Across Edo For Easter Festivities

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Edo State have jointly deployed 2,300 personnel to maintain peace and order during the Easter celebration. In separate statements released on Thursday in Benin City, the FRSC Sector Commander, Cyril Mathew, and NSCDC State Commandant, Agun Gbenga, confirmed that […] The post FRSC, NSCDC Mobilize Over 2,000 Officers Across Edo For Easter Festivities appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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47 h. ago NSCDC uncovers five illegal crude oil dumps in Abuja, arrests seven

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illegal crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe axis of Abuja. This is contained in a statement issued by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale, on Thursday in Abuja. The corps also confirmed the arrest of seven suspects linked to the illegal crude oil production and distribution. Read More

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48 h. ago Nigeria secures major mining investment, targets $25bn GDP boost, $8bn FX – Alake

The Federal Government has announced a major mining investment deal projected to inject $1.3 billion into Nigeria’s solid minerals sector, read more Nigeria secures major mining investment, targets $25bn GDP boost, $8bn FX – Alake

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48 h. ago Why we urged Southern governors to wake up, act on Tinubu’s security directive – Forum

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) issued a statement on Wednesday explaining its call for Southern Nigerian governors to act swiftly on President Bola Tinubu’s security directive. Signed by Chairman Emmanuel Enebeli and Secretary Shedrack Onitsha, the statement called on governors, as chief security officers, to prioritise protecting lives and […] The post Why we urged Southern governors to wake up, act on Tinubu’s security directive – Forum appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Seed council catalyst for Nigeria’s food security revolution

Fatuhu Mohammed Buhari, the newly inaugurated director general, National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC), has assured his tenure wil be a read more Seed council catalyst for Nigeria’s food security revolution -NASC DG

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69 h. ago Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide

Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s continued stay in France, urging him to abandon the ongoing retreat and return to Nigeria to confront the escalating security crisis gripping the nation. Tinubu departed Nigeria on April 2 for a two-week “working visit” to France, the Presidency had announced that the purpose […] The post Peter Obi Slams Tinubu’s Absence As Insecurity Spirals Nationwide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NEMA Partners NSCDC, Trains Officials On Emergency Flood Rescue

Following the alert issued about flooding in Imo State, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has trained officials of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on how to respond to emergencies caused by floods. NEMA Operation head for Imo and Abia states, Nnamdi Igwe, disclosed the training in Owerri last week. He said […]

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3 d. ago Tinubu, his politics of ambitious $50.8bn foreign investment target by 2030

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Across the world, political leaders embark on foreign trips to strengthen diplomatic relationships with other countries, and in the process strengthen their economic and security interests. These foreign trips take the forms of conferences, seminars and peer reviews, among others. In most cases, the cost of such trips is not available […] The post Tinubu, his politics of ambitious $50.8bn foreign investment target by 2030 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Treat abuse as serious criminal offence, not private family matter – Stakeholders urge security agencies

By John Ogunsemore Security agencies in the country have been charged to treat issues of domestic abuse as serious criminal offences rather than private family matters. This was part of resolutions and recommendations made at Nigeria’s first Men-Only Townhall Meeting held in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Tuesday. A copy of the communique released […] The post Treat abuse as serious criminal offence, not private family matter – Stakeholders urge security agencies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Investors rage: Police, Amotekun take over CBEX office in Oyo

Members of the Nigeria Police and Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Operation Amotekun, took over the CBEX office at Oke-Ado in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday. This action followed the invasion of the online financial platform by some customers on Monday evening, allegedly over the loss of investments running into millions of naira. Our correspondent’s Read More

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3 d. ago NSCDC Arrests Man For Allegedly Sodomising 2 Teenage Boys In Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara State has arrested a 45-year-old vehicle spare parts dealer, Ganiyu Kehinde, for allegedly engaging in acts of homosexuality. The NSCDC said the suspect was arrested for allegedly defiling two teenage boys in lpata-Oloje area of Ilorin, the state capital. The spokesman of the NSCDC in […]

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3 d. ago NSCDC Launches Manhunt For Killers Of Officer In Bayelsa Attack

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has commenced manhunt for gunmen that killed one of its personnel in an attack on April 10, 2025 in Igbomotoru Community, Southern Ijaw local government area of Bayelsa State. Unknown gunmen has launched attack on the NSCDC operatives during a pipeline protection duty in the community, killing […]

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