62 m. ago Insecurity: Expert urges community participation, teamwork among security agents 

Retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Habu Sani, has stressed the need for community involvement and inter-agency cooperation as key strategies for addressing Nigeria’s security challenges. Speaking to journalists in Sokoto on Wednesday, Sani commended the Sokoto State Government for its support of security agencies, particularly in the provision of operational vehicles and logistics. He Read More

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1 hour ago UPDATED: Court refuses Emefiele’s request to withdraw from trial, adjourns till May 26

From Sola Ojo, Abuja Justice R.A. Oshodi of a Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on 26 February 2025 refused an application by a former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, asking the trial judge to recuse himself from the case on the allegation of bias. Emefiele is standing trial on […] The post UPDATED: Court refuses Emefiele’s request to withdraw from trial, adjourns till May 26 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Delta Police Command moves to tackle kidnappings, armed robbery in Ogwashi

Delta State Police Command has commenced actions aimed at tackling high-level insecurity in the Ogwashi-Uku Community. read more Delta Police Command moves to tackle kidnappings, armed robbery in Ogwashi-Uku Community

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2 h. ago Ramadan: Philanthropist Olusoji Donates Cash To Gamji Arewa Group, Muslim Faithful In Kogi

Popular Kogi State-born philanthropist, Asiwaju Prince Olatunji Olusoji, has in his usual ways of giving back to the society, donated cash gifts for Arewa Youth Gamji Emirate Council and Muslim faithful in Ayere community, Ijumu local government area of Kogi State ahead of this year’s Ramadan fast. Arewa Youth Gamji Emirate Council is a coalition […]

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3 h. ago Exit Of Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso From ECOWAS May Affect MNJTF — CAS

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar has warned that the withdrawal Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) could adversely affect the operational framework of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF). The CAS also challenged senior Nigerian Air Force (NAF) officers to refine […]

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4 h. ago Soldier, villager injured in A’Ibom violent clash over diesel theft

An army officer and a villager have been hospitalised, while several vehicles were set ablaze following a violent clash in Ette community, Ikot-Abasi Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State. The crisis, which broke out on Tuesday, was reportedly triggered by a confrontation between the officer and suspected diesel thieves operating in the area. A community Read More

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4 h. ago KSH Foundation: Catalyzing Change Through Innovation And Unity

Founded by the visionary Khalil Suleiman Halilu, known as KSH, the KSH Foundation embodies his aspiration to leave a lasting legacy. His initials are not just a name but a symbol of his dedication to social change and community upliftment. The narrative of KSH Foundation is compelling, rooted in the desire to empower youth and […]

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5 h. ago JOSTUM Shuts Down Over Abduction Of Varsity Students In Benue

Following the kidnapping incident on the campus of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University Makurdi (JOSTUM) in Benue State, the management of the University has ordered all students to vacate their hostels with immediate effect. The directive followed the abduction of three students by unknown armed assailants near Zamfara Hostel and Ring Road in North Core part […]

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6 h. ago Who was Abubakar Lawal, the Nigerian footballer who died in Uganda?

The Nigerian football community is in mourning following the tragic death of former Wikki Tourists forward Abubakar Lawal who died read more Who was Abubakar Lawal, the Nigerian footballer who died in Uganda?

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6 h. ago Caverton, NNPC Shipping, Stena Bulk move to transform maritime transportation

Caverton Offshore Support Group Plc said that the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Shipping, Stena Bulk, and Caverton Marine Limited read more Caverton, NNPC Shipping, Stena Bulk move to transform maritime transportation

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6 h. ago Unknown Gunmen Invade Benue Varsity, Abduct Four Female Students

Some yet to be identified gunmen have kidnapped four female students of Joseph Saawuaan Tarka Federal University, Makurdi, Benue State. It was gathered that the abducted students were kidnapped between 8:30 and 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 25. In a statement by Spokesman for the State’s Police Command, Sewuese Anene, on Wednesday, confirmed that investigation […] The post Unknown Gunmen Invade Benue Varsity, Abduct Four Female Students appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Irate Youths Raze Army Vehicles As Soldier Kills Protester In Akwa Ibom

Rampaging youths protesting incessant harassments and extortions by military personnel have reportedly razed five military vehicles in angry reprisal following the gruesome murder of a youth activist by a soldier in Akwa Ibom State. The incident, LEADERSHIP learnt, happened in the early hours of Wednesday in Ete, a coastal oil-bearing community of Ikot Abasi local […]

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7 h. ago Kingship tussle: Ondo community seeks govt, security agency’s intervention

Tribune Online Kingship tussle: Ondo community seeks govt, security agency’s intervention Crisis is brewing in Ijare community of Ifedore local government area of Ondo State over the tussle to fill the vacant traditional stool of the ancient town. This is just as the traditional chiefs and elders of the community have called for urgent intervention of the state government and security agencies to nip the seeming […] Kingship tussle: Ondo community seeks govt, security agency’s intervention Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Safe driving: RTEAN partners FRSC to establish specialized training school for members

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta In order to enhance safe driving and road safety, the leadership of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigerian (RTEAN) in Ogun State, says it will partner the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)to establish a specialized training centre for drivers. The National President, Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), Musa […] The post Safe driving: RTEAN partners FRSC to establish specialized training school for members appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago NAWOJ Benue, Norwegian Union of Journalists train female journalists on gender, equity, safety

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), with support from the Norwegian Union of Journalists (NORSK JOURNALISTSLAG) has trained female journalists in Benue on Gender Equity and Safety. Welcoming participants at the 2-day training which started on Monday, February 24, 2025, at the NUJ House in Makurdi, the NAWOJ Chairman Benue […] The post NAWOJ Benue, Norwegian Union of Journalists train female journalists on gender, equity, safety appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago UPDATED: Judge rejects request to withdraw from Emefiele’s trial

Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja has dismissed a request for his recusal from the ongoing trial of the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele. Delivering his ruling on Wednesday, Justice Oshodi held that the allegations of bias raised by the defence were unsubstantiated, stating Read More

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9 h. ago MDCAN, MEDSABAMS raise alarm over withdrawal of services from Southwest varsities

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Medical and Dental Consultants Association (MDCAN) and Medical and Dental Specialist Association in Basic Medical Sciences (MEDSABAMS) have expressed concerns over the on-going withdrawal of services in Medical Schools in South West universities as a result non migration of lecturers to Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS). The two medical associations also […] The post MDCAN, MEDSABAMS raise alarm over withdrawal of services from Southwest varsities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali’s ECOWAS exit increases burden on Nigerian military — CAS

Tribune Online Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali’s ECOWAS exit increases burden on Nigerian military — CAS Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, says the recent withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali from ECOWAS has placed more burden on the Nigerian military. Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali’s ECOWAS exit increases burden on Nigerian military — CAS Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Kogi varsity seeks partnerships for student hostel construction

Tribune Online Kogi varsity seeks partnerships for student hostel construction The Vice Chancellor of Kogi State University (KSU) Kabba, Professor Kehinde Eniola, has expressed the institution's desire to partner with interested investors, corporate organisations, and individuals for the construction of hostel facilities for students. Kogi varsity seeks partnerships for student hostel construction Tribune Online

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10 h. ago MDCAN, MEDSABAMS express concern over withdrawal of services in South

Tribune Online MDCAN, MEDSABAMS express concern over withdrawal of services in South-West medical schools According to the two medical associations, no significant progress has been made regarding the implementation of payment of clinical lecturers with the CONMESS salary structure by the universities in the South West and Ilorin, contrary to what is obtained in other geopolitical zones of the country. MDCAN, MEDSABAMS express concern over withdrawal of services in South-West medical schools Tribune Online

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