4 h. ago APC alerts security over PDP’s planned protest at Edo tribunal

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has petitioned security agencies, including the Nigeria Army, over plans by some elements of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to stage a protest on Tuesday in Abuja, allegedly to influence proceedings at the Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal sitting in […] The post APC alerts security over PDP’s planned protest at Edo tribunal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Oyo Community Protests Alleged Mining Of Resources Without Compensation

Youths and community leaders of Itasa in Iwajowa local government area of Oyo State have protested the alleged exploration and exploitation of natural resources in the area by a mining company, Architype Industries Nigeria Limited. The protesters claimed that the company had been exploring their natural resources without fulfilling due process of agreeing to a […]

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27 h. ago Southern Arewa leader Sarkin Sasa buried, son named successor

The remains of Sarkin Sasa, Haruna Maiyasin Katsina, who died at the age of 125, were laid to rest on Sunday at his residence in the Sasa community, Akinyele Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo State. He was interred at exactly 1:45 pm. Until his demise, Sarkin Sasa was the Chairman of the Council of ArewaTraditional Read More

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33 h. ago Ramadan: Foundation donates food items, building materials in Oyo

The Oritsegbegbemi Maurice Ojo-Ede Foundation has, in the spirit of Ramadan, donated solar lights, starter packs and building materials to support Muslims at the Akingbile Moniya community in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The foundation distributed the items on Saturday. Its founder, Dr. Maurice Ojo-Ede, said the event commenced with the distribution of Ramadan starter Read More

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5 d. ago Police arrest 17 suspected thugs over planned violent protest in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has arrested 17 suspected thugs over an alleged plot to instigate a violent protest in the state capital. The suspects were nabbed on Wednesday following credible intelligence reports, according to a statement issued by the command’s spokesman, SP Abdullahi Haruna. Haruna said the arrests were made in collaboration with other Read More

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7 d. ago Katsina varsity shuts down amid protests over student’s death

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina Authorities at Federal University Dutsinma (FUDMA), Katsina State, have shut down the school following violent protests by students over the alleged killing of their colleague. Reports say two students were allegedly shot by members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, leading to the tragic death of one of them. According to […] The post Katsina varsity shuts down amid protests over student’s death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Expert urges Oyo community to adopt agriculture, crafts for economic growth

The President of the Nigerian Society of Animal Protection, Professor Olaniyi Babayemi, has emphasised the crucial role of agriculture and traditional crafts in driving economic growth in Okeho, a historic town in Oyo State. This was contained in a communiqué issued by the summit organisers, Egbe Omo Ibile Okeho, led by former FirstBank Managing Director, Read More

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7 d. ago Gov Buni Establishes Yobe Mining Development Company, Appoints Engr Yerima As MD

In a bold move to harness the untapped solid mineral resources in Yobe State, Governor Mai Mala Buni has announced the establishment of the Yobe Mining Development Company (YMDC) and appointed a renowned geologist, Engr. Bamodu Yerima, , as its pioneer Managing Director. A statement issued by the senior special Assistant Digital and Strategic Communication, […]

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1 week ago Ondo community protest: Group demands compensation for families of deceased

Following last week’s violent crisis in Ifon, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, the Doo Project Group has called for compensation for the families of those who lost their lives. The crisis erupted last Saturday when protesters allegedly set fire to the divisional police station in Ifon over the deaths of two youths, 17-year-old Read More

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1 week ago Oyo govt to revamp security framework with community involvement

Tribune Online Oyo govt to revamp security framework with community involvement The Oyo State Government has resolved to rejig its security architecture with the integration of community leaders and other notable people at the grassroots. Oyo govt to revamp security framework with community involvement Tribune Online

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