46 m. ago House bills must undergo thorough scrutiny before Senate concurrence – Akpabio

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that all bills transmitted from the House of Representatives must undergo thorough scrutiny before concurrence, stressing that the Senate will not abdicate its responsibility of reviewing legislation in the name of inter-chamber cooperation. Akpabio, who made the position known during plenary on Tuesday, July 8, […] The post House bills must undergo thorough scrutiny before Senate concurrence – Akpabio appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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99 m. ago Suspected cultist arrested, firearm recovered in Lafia – Police

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State Police Command has announced the arrest of a suspected cultist and the recovery of an English -made pistol during a late-night patrol in Lafia, the state capital. The arrest occurred at about 12:10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, during a routine patrol behind the A.A Rano Gas […] The post Suspected cultist arrested, firearm recovered in Lafia – Police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Governor Alia Launches Quick Response Squad To Combat Insecurity In Benue

Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has unveiled a new security outfit, the Quick Response Squad (QRS), as part of his administration’s effort to address the growing insecurity in the state. The initiative was officially launched on Tuesday, July 8, with the governor represented by his deputy, Dr. Sam Ode. Speaking at the event, […] The post Governor Alia Launches Quick Response Squad To Combat Insecurity In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Court To Rule On Yahaya Bello’s Request To Travel Abroad For Medical Care July 17

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, presided over by Justice Maryann Anenih, has fixed July 17, 2025, to deliver a ruling on an application by the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, seeking permission to travel abroad for medical treatment. At the resumed hearing of the money laundering case filed by […] The post Court To Rule On Yahaya Bello’s Request To Travel Abroad For Medical Care July 17 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Egypt: Four killed, phone, internet services disrupted as fire guts Cairo telecoms hub

Tribune Online Egypt: Four killed, phone, internet services disrupted as fire guts Cairo telecoms hub However, the incident triggered widespread communication outages, including disruptions to internet and phone services. Egypt: Four killed, phone, internet services disrupted as fire guts Cairo telecoms hub Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Brother Demands Action As ‘One Chance’ Gang Kills Ghanaian Woman In Abuja

A brutal murder by a notorious gang of taxi robbers, popularly known as ‘One Chance,’ has claimed the life of a Ghanaian national, Freda Arming, a resident of Abuja. The victim’s brother, Arnold Arnong, took to Facebook to demand justice, exposing the horrifying details of her final hours. Arnold recounted that on July 1, 2025, […]

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7 h. ago NNL Super 8: Desperate Coaches Blame Referees For Team Defeats

The Nigeria National League Super 8 Play-off, which reached matchday two on Monday, 7 July 2025, saw several coaches venting their frustrations towards officiating following their teams’ disappointing performances. In the opening fixture at Stephen Keshi Stadium, Yobe Desert Stars staged a comeback to secure a 2-1 victory over Doma United, propelling them to the […]

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10 h. ago From root to revolution: Nigeria’s cassava renaissance aims to save N3trn, power a new industrial era

Tribune Online From root to revolution: Nigeria’s cassava renaissance aims to save N3trn, power a new industrial era Cassava, a major crop in Nigeria has been a subject of discussion over the years as the crop has the potential to catalyse industrial revolution due to its high economic value which boasts of a viable value chain. Sequel to this, on July 3rd, 2025, leaders, policymakers, farmers, investors, and young innovators gathered to celebrate […] From root to revolution: Nigeria’s cassava renaissance aims to save N3trn, power a new industrial era Tribune Online

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14 h. ago NNL Super 8: ‘Desperate coaches’ haul blames on referees over teams’ failures

Some coaches in the ongoing 2024/2025 Nigeria National League Super 8 Play-off are now turning the heat on match officials for their teams shortfalls in the tournament which entered matchday two on Monday, 7 July, 2025, Exclusivenews.com.ng reports.     Yobe Desert Stars came from behind to peg Doma United in Monday’s opening fixture at […] The post NNL Super 8: ‘Desperate coaches’ haul blames on referees over teams’ failures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago CBEX: EFCC arraigns two for alleged investment fraud in Abuja

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), on Monday, July 7, 2025 arraigned Awerusuo Otorudo and Chukwuebuka Ehirim before Justice Muhammed Umar of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja. Head, Media and Publicity, EFCC, Dele Oyewale in a statement on Monday said, they were arraigned on a three-count amended charge […] The post CBEX: EFCC arraigns two for alleged investment fraud in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Engineering graduates now to undergo mandatory one year competency training before NYSC

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Henceforth, engineering graduates from Nigerian universities and polytechnics will undergo a mandatory one year residency before they go for National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).  Speaking ahead of the 33rd Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) Assembly slated for July 14, 2025, in Abuja, president of the council, Professor […] The post Engineering graduates now to undergo mandatory one year competency training before NYSC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago NiMet forecasts widespread thunderstorms, rainfall July 7–10

Tribune Online NiMet forecasts widespread thunderstorms, rainfall July 7–10 The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecast widespread thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall across various parts of the country from Monday, July 7 to Wednesday, July 9, 2025... NiMet forecasts widespread thunderstorms, rainfall July 7–10 Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Iconic Open Varsity To Begin Spring Semester Exams Across 63 Centers In Nigeria, 15 Overseas

The Iconic University is set to commence its Spring Semester 2025 examinations on July 21 concurrently at 63 exam centers throughout Nigeria and 15 overseas locations designed for international students. The International exam centers are spread across the US, UK, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Canada, Algeria, Mali, South Africa, Egypt, Ghana, and Qatar, to ensure global […]

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24 h. ago PICTORIAL: NAF Eliminates Several Terrorists, Destroys Logistics Base In Borno

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has eliminated several terrorists and destroyed their logistics and command centers in Borno State. A statement by the NAF Spokesman, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame, said the Nigerian Air Force under Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), on July 6, 2025, launched precision airstrikes against key terrorist strongholds nestled in the Mandara Mountains, […]

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25 h. ago Alleged cocaine deal: Court adjourns Abba Kyari’s trial to July 24

Tribune Online Alleged cocaine deal: Court adjourns Abba Kyari’s trial to July 24 "Out of respect for the court, he directed me to come and convey the sad news to..." Alleged cocaine deal: Court adjourns Abba Kyari’s trial to July 24 Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Troops Arrest Suspected Militia, Recover Firearm, Ammunition In Plateau

Troops of 3 Division/Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) on night patrol along Kafi Abu-Rakwok Road in Gashish District in Barkin Ladi local government area of Plateau State, on Sunday 6th July, 2025, apprehended a suspected militia and recovered weapon and ammunition in the process. OPSH, in a statement in Jos by its Media and Information Officer, […]

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26 h. ago Flash flood warning: Sokoto, 19 other states at risk in July — NiMet

Tribune Online Flash flood warning: Sokoto, 19 other states at risk in July — NiMet NiMet also recommended that individuals residing in low-lying areas or those identified as being at high risk consider relocating to safer ground Flash flood warning: Sokoto, 19 other states at risk in July — NiMet Tribune Online

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31 h. ago 35 Abductees Rescued, Ammunition Recovered As Police Foil Kidnap Syndicate In Niger

The Niger State Police Command has rescued 35 kidnap victims, including women and children, who were being transported by suspected bandits to Yauri in Kebbi State. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, revealed that the victims were intercepted between July 3 and 5, 2025, by police tactical […] The post 35 Abductees Rescued, Ammunition Recovered As Police Foil Kidnap Syndicate In Niger appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago BREAKING: Olubadan, Oba Olakulehin, Dies After 1 Year On Throne

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has died. He was aged 90. The monarch, who ascended the throne in July 2024, died in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025, after spending a year on the throne. Details Later

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35 h. ago Johnny Drille, Faze, Skido, Slowdog, Others To Perform As Une

Plans are being concluded to host Une-50 and His Eagle’s Concert in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Prominent music stars such as sensational Johnny Drille, veteran hip-hop star Faze, Slowdog, Skido, Stoner Nwaigbo, and others are expected to perform. The concert will be held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja on Friday, July 11, 2025, and […]

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