5 h. ago NOC Commences Construction Of Permanent Secretariat In Abuja

The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has officially begun an ambitious project to establish its permanent secretariat in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. This initiative, which aims to enhance the infrastructure and operational capabilities of the NOC, follows the allocation of 5 hectares of land by the Federal Government. The new site will serve as […]

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5 h. ago Oliseh Criticises Trend Of Super Eagles Captains Sitting On Bench

Former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh has voiced his concerns over a troubling trend in Nigeria’s football where captains of the national team frequently sitting on the bench during matches. In a candid discussion on Channel Sports, Oliseh labelled this phenomenon as “an anomaly,” asserting that a team’s captain should be on the pitch leading […]

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12 h. ago Captain Traore: Fact, fiction and blurred realities of social media

President Ibrahim Traore of Burkina Faso is one of the most prominent leaders in Africa, primarily due to his significant read more Captain Traore: Fact, fiction and blurred realities of social media

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18 h. ago Outrage as Dauda hosts political rally amid escalating bandit attacks in Zamfara

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto A growing wave of criticism has trailed Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal for hosting a political rally in the state capital, Gusau, shortly after returning from a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia, despite a surge in deadly bandit attacks that have claimed hundreds of lives across multiple local government areas. The Zamfara […] The post Outrage as Dauda hosts political rally amid escalating bandit attacks in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Court Remands Suspended Traditional Title Holder Over Alleged Defamation, Cyberbullying In Osun

An Osun State Magistrate Court sitting in Ede, on Monday, ordered the remand of suspended Loogun of Edeland, Jimoh Abdulkabir, in correctional facility for allegedly defaming one Adam Akindere. Abdulkabir who was slammed with a four-count charge bordering on defamation, cyberbullying, threat to harm and falsely posting and circulating defamatory statements on social media against […]

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21 h. ago Court rejects FG request to issue bench warrant against Senator Natasha

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Abuja division of the Federal High Court has declined a request by the federal government to issue a bench warrant for the arrest of Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her failure to appear in court for her defamation trial. Justice Muhammed Umar rejected the oral application by the Federal […] The post Court rejects FG request to issue bench warrant against Senator Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Akume decries Benue bloodshed as ‘deep wound to Nation’s soul’

By Seyi Babalola Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has condemned the unrelenting violence and bloodshed in Benue State, describing the situation as “a deep wound to the soul of our nation.” In a statement on Monday, Akume decried the most recent spate of killings, which have once again left […] The post Akume decries Benue bloodshed as ‘deep wound to Nation’s soul’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Yahoo boys now venturing into banditry, kidnapping – EFCC boss

By John Ogunsemore The Executive Chairman, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede said Nigeria is in a “crisis situation” with the menace of internet fraud, popularly known as Yahoo Yahoo, in the country. Olukoyede stated this in a video interview shared on the commission’s Facebook page on Monday. According to him, Nigerians are […] The post Yahoo boys now venturing into banditry, kidnapping – EFCC boss appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago Alleged Defamation: Court Declines Issuance Of Bench Warrant Against Sen Natasha

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday dismissed an application by the Federal Government for a bench warrant against suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan in an alleged defamation case instituted against her. The government is prosecuting Akpoti-Uduaghan on behalf of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello. The case […]

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26 h. ago ‘Inhumane and callous,’ NCPC secretary condemns Benue killings

Tribune Online ‘Inhumane and callous,’ NCPC secretary condemns Benue killings The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has condemned the recent killings in Benue State, describing them as inhumane and callous. In a statement released in Abuja today, Bishop Adegbite expressed deep concern over the alarming situation in Benue, where the killings continue without respite. He specifically denounced the […] ‘Inhumane and callous,’ NCPC secretary condemns Benue killings Tribune Online

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26 h. ago “Featuring Me Made Your Album Trend, Pay Me More” – Portable To Ric Hassani

Nigerian street-hop singer Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, has called out Ric Hassani over their recent collaboration on the singer’s new album, Lagos Lover Boy. Ric Hassani had featured Portable on one of the tracks from the project, but the controversial artist is now demanding more money, insisting he was underpaid for the verse. […] The post “Featuring Me Made Your Album Trend, Pay Me More” – Portable To Ric Hassani appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Benue: Those responsible for killings are enemies of us all – Bashir Ahmed

By Seyi Babalola Bashir Ahmad, a former advisor to President Muhammadu Buhari, criticised the recent mass killings in Benue State, referring to the perpetrators as “terrorists” and “enemies of us all.” Ahmad stated on Sunday via his official X account in response to claims of over 200 persons slain in separate attacks on the Yelewata […] The post Benue: Those responsible for killings are enemies of us all – Bashir Ahmed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago PICTORIAL: Navy Dismantles 5 Illegal Refineries, 21 Reservoirs In Rivers

Operatives of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) PATHFINDER have dismantled five illegal refining sites in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni local government area of Rivers State. The sites, which were used for massive illegal bunkering activities in the area, had 62 ovens, 21 reservoirs and 55 dugout pits containing approximately 50,000 litres of suspected stolen crude oil, 83,000 litres […]

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35 h. ago World leaders should not stand idly while conflicts rage between Iran and Israel

Tribune Online World leaders should not stand idly while conflicts rage between Iran and Israel Hostilities between Iran and Israel began on February 16, 1985. Then, many lives of innocent citizens and properties belonging to both nations were destroyed.  On June 13, Israel launched a series of strikes against Iran and targeted its nuclear sites and missile facilities. The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel has claimed more lives and […] World leaders should not stand idly while conflicts rage between Iran and Israel Tribune Online

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41 h. ago Gov Fubara hails king of bonny @60, salutes the Amanyanabo’s integrity

Gov Sim Fubara defied all obstacles to sit in at the 60th birthday celebrations of the king of Bonny, Edward read more Gov Fubara hails king of bonny @60, salutes the Amanyanabo’s integrity

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47 h. ago NDLEA Alerts Parents About Dangerous Trend Of Illicit Drugs Hidden In Snacks

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has advised parents to closely monitor their children’s bags and pockets for any suspicious-looking snacks. Femi Babafemi, spokesperson for the agency, took to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday to raise alarm over recent findings where illicit drugs were disguised as everyday snacks. “Narco-trend: Parents, please pay attention to those […] The post NDLEA Alerts Parents About Dangerous Trend Of Illicit Drugs Hidden In Snacks appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Court Jails Canada Returnee For Assaulting Lagos Govt Worker

A Magistrate Court sitting in Oshodi area of Lagos State has sentenced one 52-year-old man, identified as Morufudeen Idowu, to three months in prison for assaulting an official of the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps at Ojota. It was gathered that Mr. Idowu was arrested on Friday, after he assaulted a KAI official who cautioned […] The post Court Jails Canada Returnee For Assaulting Lagos Govt Worker appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago How online court sitting, reform brought transparency to justice sector in Borno

Five years ago, the Borno State Judicial Council embarked on the reformation of the state judicial system at the instance read more How online court sitting, reform brought transparency to justice sector in Borno

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54 h. ago Israel To Attack ‘Every Site, Target’, Iran Warns Of More Strikes

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will strike “every site and every target” of Iran, after Iran launched waves of missiles in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Friday. The Israeli military also said the Air Force was carrying out extensive strikes in various areas of Iran. The military said it was striking Iran and had […]

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68 h. ago ‘We will hit every site’, Netanyahu issues fresh threats to Iran

Tribune Online ‘We will hit every site’, Netanyahu issues fresh threats to Iran Explosions have been reported in more than 10 Iranian cities ‘We will hit every site’, Netanyahu issues fresh threats to Iran Tribune Online

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