75 m. ago Military, Police, Hunters Free Isreli National From Kidnappers In Taraba After Gunfight

A coordinated operation comprising the police, military, and local hunters was successful in rescuing an Israeli national kidnapped in Taraba State’s Takum Local Government Area. The rescue operation ended in a fierce gunfight between security operatives and the kidnappers at Kofai Ahmadu, where Itamar was rescued. Confirming the incident on Friday, the Acting Public Relations […] The post Military, Police, Hunters Free Isreli National From Kidnappers In Taraba After Gunfight appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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77 m. ago FCT Court Bars Natasha, Akpabio, Others From Addressing Newsmen

A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has barred parties in the suit filed by suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against Senate President Godswill Akpabio from granting press interviews on issues relating to the case. Justice Binta Nyako also restricted all lawyers involving in the case to stop parading media outlets over the […] The post FCT Court Bars Natasha, Akpabio, Others From Addressing Newsmen appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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81 m. ago Group petitions minister over abduction, forced conversion of Christian teenager

A child rights advocacy group, Operation Save Nigerian Children, has petitioned the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, over the alleged abduction and forced conversion of a 16-year-old Christian, Miss Georgia Miracle, in Adamawa State. In the petition signed by the group’s convener, Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, on Friday, the organisation called for urgent intervention, citing violations Read More

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3 h. ago Supreme Court ruling: Confusion as Abure, Nenadi give different interpretations

From Sola Ojo, Abuja   The Supreme Court’s Friday ruling on the leadership dispute within the Labour Party has sparked confusion, with both Senator Nenadi Usman and Abure interpreting the verdict differently as it suits them. In the wake of the crisis, a factional National Working Committee of the party and the top echelon of […] The post Supreme Court ruling: Confusion as Abure, Nenadi give different interpretations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago ‘It’s Victory For Rule Of Law’, Nenadi Usman Reacts To Abure’s Sack As LP Chair By S’Court

The chairman of the Labour Party (LP) national caretaker committee, Senator Nenadi Usman, has described the Supreme Court’s decision to nullify an appeal recognising Julius Abure as the party’s national chairman as a victory for the rule of law. LEADERSHIP reports that the apex court had in a verdict delivered on Friday ruled that the […]

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4 h. ago Supreme Court Ruling: Confusion as Abure, Nenadi give different interpretation

From Sola Ojo, Abuja   The Supreme Court’s Friday ruling on the leadership dispute within the Labour Party has sparked confusion, with both Senator Nenadi Usman and Abure interpreting the verdict differently as it suits them.   In the wake of the crisis, a factional National Working Committee of the party and the top echelon […] The post Supreme Court Ruling: Confusion as Abure, Nenadi give different interpretation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Comedian Russell Brand Charged With Rape, Sexual Assault In UK

English actor and comedian Russell Brand has been charged with rape, indecent assault and sexual assault related to four separate women between 1999 and 2005. The comedian was interviewed multiple times by police since an investigation by the Sunday Times, the Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches in September 2023 revealed numerous serious allegations against him. […]

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7 h. ago First Lady, Sen Tinubu declares 39th African Women Club Volleyball Championship open in Abuja 

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu officially declaring the African Women Club Volleyball Championship open in Abuja.   Senator Tinubu enjoined the athletes to see themselves as Ambassadors of the sports and of the limitless potentials that lie in African women.   The tournament, she said “is a testament to the strength and commitment of […] The post First Lady, Sen Tinubu declares 39th African Women Club Volleyball Championship open in Abuja  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago (UPDATED): Court bans Natasha, Akpabio, others from press interviews

Justice Binta Fatima Nyako of the Federal High Court in Abuja has barred parties in the suit filed by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan against the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, and three others from granting press interviews on issues relating to the case. The judge issued the order on Friday following a complaint by Read More

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9 h. ago African rat breaks record, discovers 109 landmines in Cambodia

A landmine-hunting rat in Cambodia has set a new world record by sniffing out more than 100 mines and pieces of unexploded ordnance, a charity said Friday. Ronin, a giant African pouched rat, has tracked down 109 landmines and 15 other potentially deadly war remnants since his deployment to northern Preah Vihear province in August Read More

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11 h. ago Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm

Tribune Online Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm It can be recalled that the multi-billion Naira remodelled Government House was commissioned by the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, on 18th May 2024. Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Natasha honoured as royal champion of women’s triumph against oppression

Tribune Online Natasha honoured as royal champion of women’s triumph against oppression The organisation stated that her efforts have strengthened pride and renewed respect for womanhood in Nigeria’s political space. Natasha honoured as royal champion of women’s triumph against oppression Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Fiscal Responsibility Commission, ICP, others seek transparency, accountability in LG administration

Tribune Online Fiscal Responsibility Commission, ICP, others seek transparency, accountability in LG administration Key government agencies, including the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), and the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), have intensified calls for transparency, accountability, and fiscal discipline in local government administration in the Federation. Fiscal Responsibility Commission, ICP, others seek transparency, accountability in LG administration Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Pikka Exchange: Nigeria’s number one platform for seamless Crypto to Naira Conversion

Deposit crypto via wallet In today’s fast-evolving financial landscape, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Tether (USDT) have become significant assets for individuals and businesses alike. However, converting these digital currencies into usable cash — particularly in Naira — often poses a challenge. Enter Pikka Exchange, a revolutionary platform committed to making crypto-to-Naira transactions Read More

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12 h. ago LAUTECH: Aseyin holds stakeholders’ meeting, warns house agents against extorting students

Tribune Online LAUTECH: Aseyin holds stakeholders’ meeting, warns house agents against extorting students Oba Ajirotutu also charged the students to route their complaints through the special ad-hoc committee put in place to ensure the comfort of students and staff members of the institution in Iseyin. LAUTECH: Aseyin holds stakeholders’ meeting, warns house agents against extorting students Tribune Online

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12 h. ago FCT FA Gives N720,000 To Area Councils As Inaugural Women’s Football Tourney Kicks Off April 10

The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has allocated a total of N720,000 to the six Area Councils in the Territory in preparation for its inaugural Inter-Area Councils Women’s Tournament, set to commence on April 10, 2025. The funding announcement was made in a press statement signed by the head of media committee, FCT […]

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12 h. ago 60% Of Corruption Cases In LGAs Linked To Healthcare, Infrastructure — ICPC

Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Dr. Musa Aliyu has revealed that over 60 per cent of corruption cases investigated by the Commission at the local government level were linked to diversion of public funds intended for critical infrastructure and healthcare facilities. The ICPC chairman stated this during a […]

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14 h. ago Israeli strike in Gaza city school kills 27 — Health Ministry

Tribune Online Israeli strike in Gaza city school kills 27 — Health Ministry Similar orders were issued earlier this week for other parts of northern Gaza, as well as the entire southern city of Rafah and neighbouring parts of Khan Younis. The United Nations estimates that around 100,000 Palestinians have fled as a result. Israeli strike in Gaza city school kills 27 — Health Ministry Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Beyond barrels & balance sheets: The investor relations revolution Nigeria’s national energy giant must lead

How Nigeria’s energy giant can turn sceptics into shareholders with world-class capital markets storytelling It’s no coincidence that this piece read more Beyond barrels & balance sheets: The investor relations revolution Nigeria’s national energy giant must lead

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14 h. ago Online dating scams: Nigerian firm fights back with AI and KYC verification innovation

Tribune Online Online dating scams: Nigerian firm fights back with AI and KYC verification innovation As online dating gains momentum in Nigeria, Tramatch International Limited has reaffirmed its dedication to user safety by implementing advanced Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and AI-driven fraud detection. These measures, according to its co-founder, Elijah Bassey, set Tramatch apart as a leading faith-based matchmaking platform committed to fostering serious, long-term relationships built on trust […] Online dating scams: Nigerian firm fights back with AI and KYC verification innovation Tribune Online

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