7 m. ago Troops arrest NURTW members smuggling arms for terrorists in Borno

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announced that troops engaged in counter-insurgency operations in the North East have arrested two members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in Borno State for allegedly transporting arms and military uniforms for terrorists. The suspects, identified as Isah Abdullahi and Abdullahi Mohammed, were apprehended […] The post Troops arrest NURTW members smuggling arms for terrorists in Borno appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Anambra: APC chieftain tackles Soludo over insecurity, development

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ikegwuonwu Chinedu Klinsman, has faulted Governor Chukwuma Soludo for not doing enough to protect residents against perpetrators of insecurity in Anambra State. Klinsman, a Swedish-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) creativity startup Chief Executive Officer and Pharmacist, in a statement released to newsmen in Awka […] The post Anambra: APC chieftain tackles Soludo over insecurity, development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Police Arrest 11 Suspects Over Killing Of 2 Students In Kano Boarding School

The Kano State Police Command has arrested 11 students of Government Boarding Secondary School, Bichi, in connection with their alleged involvement in the killing of two fellow students in the school. Spokesperson of the Command, SP Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed the arrest on Thursday, stating that the students were apprehended to aid investigation and determine the […]

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2 h. ago Police Probe Alleged Killing Of Man By Customs Officers In Adamawa

The Adamawa police Command has begun investigation into the alleged shooting of a 35-year-old Ibrahim Usman, a resident of Mujara in Mubi South local government of Adamawa State by a stray bullet reportedly discharged by a patrol team of the Nigeria Customs Service. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Suleiman Nguroje, in […]

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4 h. ago Lagos: Pastor arraigned for trespassing, causing breach of peace

Tribune Online Lagos: Pastor arraigned for trespassing, causing breach of peace The prosecutor alleged that Pastor Ikuru unlawfully entered a parcel of land lawfully owned and possessed by Lagos: Pastor arraigned for trespassing, causing breach of peace Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Ondo: Police uncover alleged killers of missing AAUA students, arrest landlord, accomplices

Tribune Online Ondo: Police uncover alleged killers of missing AAUA students, arrest landlord, accomplices "Investigators further discovered that N800,000 was forcefully transferred from the victim’s bank account while in captivity while Michael also admitted to raping Ondo: Police uncover alleged killers of missing AAUA students, arrest landlord, accomplices Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Oyo Gov’t Increased Secondary School Workers To 26,436 In 6 Years — TESCOM

Oyo State Government increased the staff strength of its secondary schools from 13,730 in 2019 to 26,436 within six years in office of Governor Seyi Makinde. Chairperson of the Oyo State Post-Primary Schools’ Teaching Service Commission, otherwise known as TESCOM, Mrs. Olubukola Oladipo, made this known at a session of Omituntun 2.0 Inter-Ministerial Briefing, held […]

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9 h. ago Niger Delta: CDS Harps On Communities’ Ownership Of National Assets

Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has called on host communities of the Trans Niger Pipeline to take ownership of the national assets in their areas and  protect them. Musa, who was represented by Navy Captain Lassie Ozovehe, stated this in Port Harcourt during the monthly stakeholders’ engagement hosted by the Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria […]

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10 h. ago Ebonyi Farmers Protest Distribution Of Fertiliser, Others To Politicians

Rural farmers in Ishielu local government area of Ebonyi State have alleged the distribution of fertilisers and other farm inputs by the council chairman, Mrs. Peace Agwu, to political cronies, friends and relations. They said her action denied the real farmers access to the inputs provided by Governor Francis Nwifuru. The farmers told LEADERSHIP after […]

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10 h. ago Bille Kingdom, Asari Dokubo Differ On Planned Attack On Rivers Community

The people of Bille Kingdom in Degema local  government area of Rivers State are at loggerheads with the traditional ruler of Elem Kalabari, Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo-Asari, over alleged plot to attack Dabira, a fishing community in the kingdom. While the people are insisting that operatives of a private security firm, Royal Fouche Security Services Limited, […]

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10 h. ago Makinde increased secondary school teachers from 13,730 to 26,436 in six years

Tribune Online Makinde increased secondary school teachers from 13,730 to 26,436 in six years Oyo State governor, ’Seyi Makinde, has been credited for increasing the staff strength in the secondary schools from 13,730 in 2019 to 26,436 after just six years in office. Chairperson of the Oyo State Post Primary Schools’ Teaching Service Commission, otherwise known as TESCOM, Mrs Olubukola Oladipo, made this known on Wednesday during a session […] Makinde increased secondary school teachers from 13,730 to 26,436 in six years Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Akutah Urges Staff Cooperative To Prioritise Housing, Investment Opportunities

Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr Pius Akutah, MON, has encouraged NSC Staff Multipurpose Cooperative Society Limited members to prioritise real estate and other viable ventures to grow their financial stability and long-term wealth. Dr Akutah made the charge during the 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the cooperative society, held at […]

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12 h. ago Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha

Tribune Online Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha Goodwill message from His Majesty, Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe, CFR, mni, Obi of Onitsha, on the occasion of the National Summit on the Future of Nigeria’s Constitutional Democracy on Tuesday, 15th July at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel Congress Hall in Abuja. Dear esteemed participants I extend my heartfelt gratitude to The PATRIOTS and the Nigerian […] Nigeria needs a constitution that enables it to effectively tackle hunger, poverty, illiteracy, disease, safety, security — Obi of Onitsha Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Landlord cries out over alleged attempt to hijack property in Abuja, accuses Police of complicity

By Phillip Nwosu A property owner, Mr. Abdulahi Abdurrahman Yahaya, has raised the alarm over what he describes as an orchestrated attempt by a tenant, in connivance with some officers of the Nigeria Police Force, to fraudulently take over his property located in Gwarinpa, Abuja. Yahaya, who is calling for urgent intervention by the Inspector […] The post Landlord cries out over alleged attempt to hijack property in Abuja, accuses Police of complicity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago NLC, TUC, NUJ, others tackle VON DG over alleged victimisation of staff

By Philip Nwosu A coalition of organised labour and media unions in Lagos State has strongly condemned the recent redeployment of management staff and in-house union leaders at the Voice of Nigeria (VON), describing the action by the Director General, Mr. Jibrin Baba Ndace, as arbitrary, retaliatory, and a gross violation of workers’ rights. In […] The post NLC, TUC, NUJ, others tackle VON DG over alleged victimisation of staff appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago The illogicality behind disengagement of staff at Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Company

I must confess it is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore the irregularities taking root at the Oyo State Pacesetter Transportation read more The illogicality behind disengagement of staff at Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Company

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16 h. ago Soldiers kill 5 terrorists, arrest 21 others, rescue 11 victims

From Molly Kilete, Abuja Troops of the Nigerian Army have neutralised five terrorists and arrested 21 others for alleged  terrorism, kidnapping, illegal bunkering, arms dealing, and cult-related activities. The troops also rescued 11 kidnap victims and recovered a cache of arms and ammunition among other items. The army said In a series operation conducted between […] The post Soldiers kill 5 terrorists, arrest 21 others, rescue 11 victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Buhari Backed Me When Others Tried to Undermine NASS — Gbajabiamila

Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has paid glowing tribute to the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a steadfast and dignified leader who stood by him when powerful forces sought to undermine the National Assembly during his tenure as Speaker of the House of Representatives. In a heartfelt statement titled […]

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22 h. ago (VIDEO) Alleged fraud: Fayose eats Amala with construction workers to celebrate Court victory

Tribune Online (VIDEO) Alleged fraud: Fayose eats Amala with construction workers to celebrate Court victory Speaking while eating, he expressed gratitude for the judgment and said the workers represented his family, adding that the celebration was a way to give glory to God after seven years of trial. (VIDEO) Alleged fraud: Fayose eats Amala with construction workers to celebrate Court victory Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Aisha, Buhari were divorced before his death, claims Farooq Kperogi

  —Says former First Lady reverted to maiden name By Chinelo Obogo   Public affairs analyst Farooq Kperogi has alleged that Nigeria’s former First Lady, Aisha Buhari, was divorced from the late President Muhammadu Buhari before his passing. Kperogi made the claim in a post on his verified Facebook page on Wednesday while responding to […] The post Aisha, Buhari were divorced before his death, claims Farooq Kperogi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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