5 h. ago Ogun: Women affairs commissioner raises alarm over rising cases of child abuse

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development in Ogun State, Mrs. Motunrayo Adeleye, has expressed concerns over the rising cases of child abuse in the state. Adeleye, while speaking with newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, shortly after the Children Parliament Session held at the floor of the state […] The post Ogun: Women affairs commissioner raises alarm over rising cases of child abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Cholera outbreak worsens in Zamfara, MSF warns of more deaths

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), has raised the alarm over the escalating cholera outbreak in Zamfara State, warning that without urgent intervention, more lives could be lost. The organisation said it has recorded over 1,500 suspected cases from mid-June to early August in three Ministry of Health […] The post Cholera outbreak worsens in Zamfara, MSF warns of more deaths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago ‘Ajaokuta Steel Paralysis Beyond Economic Woes’, Tinubu Raises Alarm

The President outlined ongoing efforts to revive key projects, including the Ajaokuta Steel Company, and others The post ‘Ajaokuta Steel Paralysis Beyond Economic Woes’, Tinubu Raises Alarm appeared first on Channels Television.

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21 h. ago Benue: Ezza people accuse council chairman of operating illegal detention cell in Ado

Allegation pure blackmail – Chairman From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Ezza Ezekuna people in Ado Local Government Area of Benue State have raised an alarm over an illegal detention cell allegedly operated by the chairman, Mr Sunday Oche, through his supporters, called the Ezza Ezekuna Patriotic Front. The Ezza Ezekuna people had petitioned the Inspector […] The post Benue: Ezza people accuse council chairman of operating illegal detention cell in Ado appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Zamfara: MSF warns of more deaths as Cholera outbreak spreads

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The international medical humanitarian organisation, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), has raised alarm over the escalating cholera outbreak in Zamfara State, warning that without urgent intervention, more lives could be lost. The organisation reported over 1,500 suspected cholera cases from mid-June to early August 2025 in three Ministry of Health (MoH) facilities […] The post Zamfara: MSF warns of more deaths as Cholera outbreak spreads appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Ogun: Commissioner raises alarm over rising child abuse cases

Reiterates government’s zero tolerance for child labour From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development in Ogun State, Mrs Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye, has expressed concern over the rising cases of child abuse in the state. Adeleye, who made this known while speaking with newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, shortly […] The post Ogun: Commissioner raises alarm over rising child abuse cases appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Kano Govt To Rehabilitate 718 Political Thugs, Phone Snatchers

The Kano State government has met with cluster leaders of repentant political thugs and promised to rehabilitate them by providing skills and start-up kits. The event, which was held yesterday in Kano was attended by 718 repentant political thugs and phone snatchers. In his address, the commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Waiya, charged […]

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67 h. ago Kwara: NMA raises alarm over growing mental health issues among doctors

Tribune Online Kwara: NMA raises alarm over growing mental health issues among doctors There are very few doctors who have access to professional help because of the limited mental health services and the stigma attached to seeking care... Kwara: NMA raises alarm over growing mental health issues among doctors Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Farmers Raise The Alarm Over Influx Of Substandard Fertiliser In Jigawa

The Jigawa State chapter of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) has raised alarms over an influx of substandard fertilisers in markets across the state and pledged to collaborate with stakeholders to address the challenge. The Jigawa AFAN chairman, Engr Auwal Garba Ibrahim, disclosed this while briefing journalists on the outcome of the state […]

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5 d. ago Gbenga Daniel raises alarm over Ogun govt’s demolition notice on Sagamu properties

Tribune Online Gbenga Daniel raises alarm over Ogun govt’s demolition notice on Sagamu properties Former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has raised the alarm over notices of demolition on his private residence, Asoludero Court, and the Conference Hotel annex, both located within the Government Reservation Area (GRA) in Sagamu. Gbenga Daniel raises alarm over Ogun govt’s demolition notice on Sagamu properties Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Stop lobbying for special promotions, NPF warns Police personnel

Tribune Online Stop lobbying for special promotions, NPF warns Police personnel The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) High Command on Thursday raised the alarm over the increasing cases of personnel lobbying the Force and the Police Service Commission (PSC) for special promotions and warned officers against such unethical behaviour. Stop lobbying for special promotions, NPF warns Police personnel Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Our Children Deserve Classrooms, Not Abandoned Projects — Obi

  The 2023 Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi has raised an alarm over Nigeria’s deteriorating education sector, following data made by the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC). In a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday, Obi described the crisis as one […]

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8 d. ago NBA president decries chaos in real estate sector, calls for urgent reform

Tribune Online NBA president decries chaos in real estate sector, calls for urgent reform The President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN has raised the alarm over deep-rooted structural and legal deficiencies plaguing Nigeria’s real estate ecosystem, calling for urgent and far-reaching reforms to restore investor confidence and streamline land administration. The NBA boss, who stated this in Abuja on Wednesday, at a one-day policy […] NBA president decries chaos in real estate sector, calls for urgent reform Tribune Online

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9 d. ago 26 Nigerian states don’t have supportive breastfeeding policies — UNICEF

Tribune Online 26 Nigerian states don’t have supportive breastfeeding policies — UNICEF United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has raised alarm over stagnant rates of exclusive breastfeeding in Nigeria, revealing that 26 out of 26 Nigerian states don’t have supportive breastfeeding policies — UNICEF Tribune Online

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1 week ago Land Dispute: Hausa Christians Ikara LGA Cry Out Over Alleged Persecution, Rights Violations

The Hausa Christian Development Initiative (HACDI) has raised alarm over what it described as a disturbing land grab and religiously motivated persecution against Hausa Christians in Danlawal Domain, Ikara Local Government Area of Kaduna State. In a press statement released on Monday, August 4, 2025, the group detailed ongoing threats, destruction of property, and systematic […]

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1 week ago Group decries rising insecurity in S’West, demands LG policing

By Lukman Olabiyi The Oodua Unity Group has raised the alarm over the worsening insecurity plaguing the South West region of Nigeria and parts of Kogi and Kwara states, urging governments at all levels to take immediate and decisive action. Rising from a consultative meeting held in Lagos, the pan-Yoruba interest group called for the […] The post Group decries rising insecurity in S’West, demands LG policing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Kanu’s family raises alarm, alerts UK, says it’s shame if Kanu dies in detention

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri Family of the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has alerted the United Kingdom insisting that allowing its leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu to die in detention in Nigeria will be an utmost shame to their nation. Spokesperson for the family and younger brother to the detained pro Biafra group […] The post Kanu’s family raises alarm, alerts UK, says it’s shame if Kanu dies in detention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gov Zulum Sacks Two Commissioners, Appoints New Officials In Cabinet Shake

Borno Governor Zulum has sacked two cabinet members in a major reshuffle to boost ministry performance. According to Zulum’s spokesperson, the sacked officials are Environment Commissioner Mohammed Ali and Intergovernmental Affairs Commissioner Kabiru Wanori. Zulum thanked the sacked officials for their service, saying, “We thank them for their services to the state and wish them […] The post Gov Zulum Sacks Two Commissioners, Appoints New Officials In Cabinet Shake-up appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago KLM, Lufthansa, Air France Still Sell Tickets To Nigerians In Dollars – NANTA

Travel agents have raised the alarm that foreign airlines are continuing to sell flight tickets to outbound passengers in U.S. dollars. LEADERSHIP reports that the administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari had in 2022 kicked against foreign airlines selling tickets in Nigeria in foreign currencies. Former Aviation Minister Hadi Sirika had said selling tickets in foreign […]

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3 w. ago 1 YEAR AFTER S/COURT JUDGEMENT Workers Threaten Strike Over Lack Of Financial Autonomy In LGAs

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has raised the alarm over the continued delay in implementing the Supreme Court ruling that granted financial autonomy to local government councils. The attorney-general of the federation (AGF) and minister of justice, Lateef Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), had on behalf of the federal government […]

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