24 m. ago Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have reportedly hijacked a Benue Links bus belonging to Benue state Transport Company, killing the driver and kidnapping the passengers on board.   Our correspondent gathered that the incident took place in Ikobi, Otukpo Local Government Area (LGA) of the State on Thursday night.   According […] The post Gunmen hijack Benue Links bus, kill driver, kidnap passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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82 m. ago Plateau: 40 more bodies recovered as death toll in Bokkos killings hits 52

Soldiers recover cash, arms, ammunition From Jude Owuamanam Jos Forty more bodies have been recovered in the coordinated attacks by gunmen in some communities in Bokkos local government council of Plateau State, bringing the death toll to 52. Our correspondent gathered that a search and rescue team, which combed the bushes after some villagers were […] The post Plateau: 40 more bodies recovered as death toll in Bokkos killings hits 52 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Community policing key to tackling crime in Ondo, Ekiti – AIG

The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 17, comprising Ondo and Ekiti States, Musibau Omolabi, has said community policing and inclusiveness of stakeholders would be adopted to tackle criminalities in the zone. Omolabi, who officially resumed in the headquarters of the zone on Thursday in Akure, the Ondo State capital, declared that Read More

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4 h. ago Akpabio to Natasha, Abbo: Retract false claims or face legal action

Tribune Online Akpabio to Natasha, Abbo: Retract false claims or face legal action "Regardless of the necessity for legal redress, formal letters of demand seeking retractions, apologies, and compensation are underway,” it said. Akpabio to Natasha, Abbo: Retract false claims or face legal action Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Protesters Storm Ministry, Demand Suspension Of FUOYE VC Over Alleged Sexual Harassment

Protesters stormed the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja on Thursday, demanding the suspension of Professor Abayomi Fasina as the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). Carrying placards with various inscriptions such as “Ekiti deserves better”, “Protect our women”, among others, the protesters argued that the VC cannot be in the office while being […]

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23 h. ago Gov Aiyedatiwa Approves Appointment Of Olowo As Ondo Council Of Obas Chairman

Ondo State governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of the Olowo of Owo, Oba (Dr) Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye II, as the new chairman of the State’s Council of Traditional Rulers. The governor made the announcement on Thursday during a special meeting of the Council at the Obas’ Secretariat in Akure as the outgone […]

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23 h. ago Aiyedatiwa appoints Olowo of Owo as Chairman, Ondo traditional rulers’ council

Tribune Online Aiyedatiwa appoints Olowo of Owo as Chairman, Ondo traditional rulers’ council Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, on Thursday, approved the appointment of the Olowo of Owo, Oba (Dr) Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye, as the new Chairman of the Ondo State Council of Traditional Rulers. Aiyedatiwa appoints Olowo of Owo as Chairman, Ondo traditional rulers’ council Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Dunamis Founder Paul Enenche, Wife Mark 31 Years Of ‘Pressure

The founder and senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre in Abuja, Dr. Paul Enenche, has proudly declared that his marriage has remained free of pressure for 31 years, attributing this remarkable stability to the preservation of Jesus Christ. As the cleric and his wife, Dr. Becky Paul-Enenche, a distinguished medical director, prepared to celebrate […]

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24 h. ago Amotekun Corps Busts Kidnap Syndicate, Rescues 70 Foreigners In Ondo

Operatives of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun Corps, have rescued over 70 foreigners from the den of a notorious kidnap syndicate operating within the state. Majority of those abducted by the kidnap syndicate are foreigners from Ghana. LEADERSHIP gathered that the victims were lured to the state by the suspects under […]

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27 h. ago Insecurity: Ondo govt reinforces restriction on Okada movement

Tribune Online Insecurity: Ondo govt reinforces restriction on Okada movement Worried by the high rate of criminal activities, the Ondo State government on Thursday reinforced the ban on commercial motorcycle operators, known as Okada riders, in the state. Insecurity: Ondo govt reinforces restriction on Okada movement Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Kidnappers Kill Man, Release Children After Ransom Payment In Delta

Some yet to be identified gunmen, suspected to be kidnappers have killed one Godwin Anuka while his wife and two underage children were released after a ransom payment in Ubulu Uku, Delta State. In a post shared by Senior Special Assistant on Civil Society and Youth Mobilisation to Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Harrison Gwamnishu, […] The post Kidnappers Kill Man, Release Children After Ransom Payment In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Delta gov’s wife visits parent of quintuplets, promises continued support

Tribune Online Delta gov’s wife visits parent of quintuplets, promises continued support The Ekurede-Itsekiri community in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State recently became a center of attraction following the birth of quintuplets, three boys and two girls. Delta gov’s wife visits parent of quintuplets, promises continued support Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Delta: Businessman donates buses to Ogwashi Uku royal palace

Tribune Online Delta: Businessman donates buses to Ogwashi Uku royal palace The royal palace of Ogwashi Uku kingdom in Delta state has received four shuttle buses aimed at enhancing security situation in the area. Delta: Businessman donates buses to Ogwashi Uku royal palace Tribune Online

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34 h. ago Alaafin will support, encourage women empowerment, economic potentials – Owoade

Abiwumi Owoade, wife of Alaafin of Oyo on Wednesday, said that her husband, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, the Alaafin of read more Alaafin will support, encourage women empowerment, economic potentials – Owoade

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39 h. ago Kidnappers kill abducted Delta man in wife, children’s presence

A man, Godwin Anuka, who was kidnapped by suspected Fulani herders alongside his wife and two children in the Ubulu-Uku area of Delta State, has been killed in the presence of his wife and children. The Senior Special Assistant on Civil Society and Youth Mobilisation to the Delta State Governor, Harrison Gwamnishu, disclosed this in Read More

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41 h. ago Hold Leaders Accountable For Misappropriation Of Public Funds – Femi Falana

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) calls on Nigerians to demand accountability from leaders, criticizing the dominance of the “rule of rulers” over the rule of law. He advocates for active citizen participation in combating corruption, especially at the local level. Falana emphasizes the importance of budget transparency and holding leaders responsible for public fund […] The post Hold Leaders Accountable For Misappropriation Of Public Funds – Femi Falana appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Tinubu Baking ‘New Cake’ For Nigerians, Says VP Shettima’s Wife

Wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima has described President Bola Tinubu as a visionary leader who is ‘baking a new cake’ for Nigerians. Hajiya Shettima the cake is one that will benefit not just the present generation, but children and grandchildren yet to come. Speaking in Maiduguri, Borno State, during an annual Ramadan […]

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44 h. ago Uromi 16: Victim’s Widow Gives Birth After Husband’s Tragic Death, Cries For Help

Hauwa Bala, the wife of late Isah Bala—one of the hunters murdered by an illegal viligates group in Uromi, Edo State—went into premature labour upon receiving the devastating news of her husband’s death. She gave birth to a baby girl shortly after, but now faces an uncertain future as the sole provider for their six […]

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47 h. ago Gani Adams, Falana, Sowore, others honour late Afenifere’s spokesman, Odumakin

Tribune Online Gani Adams, Falana, Sowore, others honour late Afenifere’s spokesman, Odumakin The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams; human rights activist, Femi Falana; 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore; the deceased's wife, Joe Okei-Odumakin; and others have commemorated the life and times of the former spokesman of the Afenifere Group, Yinka Odumakin. Gani Adams, Falana, Sowore, others honour late Afenifere’s spokesman, Odumakin Tribune Online

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47 h. ago Gani Adams, Falana, Sowore, others honour late Afenifere spokesman, Odumakin

Tribune Online Gani Adams, Falana, Sowore, others honour late Afenifere spokesman, Odumakin The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams; human rights activist, Femi Falana; 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore; the deceased's wife, Joe Okei-Odumakin; and others have commemorated the life and times of the former spokesman of the Afenifere Group, Yinka Odumakin. Gani Adams, Falana, Sowore, others honour late Afenifere spokesman, Odumakin Tribune Online

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