55 m. ago Insecurity: Yoruba Youth Council Calls For State Of Emergency In Zamfara

The Yoruba Youth Council (YYC) has urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Zamfara State to restore peace and stability. The call comes amid deepening political crisis and worsening security situation in the state. In a press statement signed by National Coordinator, Comrade Eric Oluwole, the YYC expressed concern over the […]

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70 m. ago Nigerian delegation shines at Gamers Assembly in France, amid French Embassy’s support

In a landmark move to strengthen international ties in the creative and cultural industries (CCI), the French Embassy in Nigeria read more Nigerian delegation shines at Gamers Assembly in France, amid French Embassy’s support

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76 m. ago Don’t Wear Military Uniforms Without Joining Service, Army Warns Nigerians

The Nigerian Army has appealed to citizens to avoid wearing military uniforms illegally, emphasising that respecting the uniform is an important part of strengthening national security and building trust between the military and the public. The Chief of Civil-Military Affairs (Army), Maj. Gen. Gold Chibuisi, stated this while speaking during a media chat with Defence […]

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78 m. ago National Theatre, Theatre503 UK to host scriptwriting masterclass for storytellers

The National Theatre Nigeria, the country’s apex cultural institution, in collaboration with Theatre503 UK, a leading United Kingdom theatre company, read more National Theatre, Theatre503 UK to host scriptwriting masterclass for storytellers

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4 h. ago Nigerian Army urges public to stop wearing military uniforms illegally

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army has appealed to civilians to refrain from wearing military uniforms illegally, warning that such actions undermine national security and enable criminal activities. Major-General Gold Chibuisi, Chief of Civil-Military Affairs, made the call during a media briefing with defence correspondents in Abuja on April 25. Chibuisi described the misuse […] The post Nigerian Army urges public to stop wearing military uniforms illegally appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Abandonment of agriculture cause of food insufficiency – Afe Babalola

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti Aare Afe Babalola, founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), has attributed Nigeria’s food insufficiency to the abandonment of agriculture. Speaking at the 2024 African Man of the Year in Food Security investiture by the Global Food Security Initiative for Green Sustainability in ABUAD, Babalola urged governments and Nigerians to prioritise […] The post Abandonment of agriculture cause of food insufficiency – Afe Babalola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Endpoint Security Handbook: How to Prevent Intrusion into Your Network

This book explored the essential components of endpoint security and the practical measures necessary to protect devices and networks from read more Endpoint Security Handbook: How to Prevent Intrusion into Your Network

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6 h. ago OSPRE boosts early warning systems in Anambra, Benue, Katsina, and Plateau

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe The Office for Strategic Preparedness and Resilience (OSPRE) has launched the Safety, Peace, and Resilience in Communities (SPARCs) initiative to strengthen early warning, response, and resilience systems across eight Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Anambra, Benue, Katsina, and Plateau states. The programme equips communities to anticipate and mitigate crises, including conflicts […] The post OSPRE boosts early warning systems in Anambra, Benue, Katsina, and Plateau appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago FBI Arrests 22 Nigerians Over Sextortion Scandal Linked To Teen Suicides

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested 22 Nigerians linked to a sextortion network that has contributed to the deaths of more than 20 teenagers in the United States since 2021. In a statement issued on Saturday, the FBI disclosed that the arrests resulted from Operation Artemis, a global effort launched almost two years […] The post FBI Arrests 22 Nigerians Over Sextortion Scandal Linked To Teen Suicides appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have busted a storage facility where dangerous weapons are being kept and recovered some firearms in the Ikot Ekpene local government area of the state. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesperson, Timfon John, on Saturday, disclosed that a joint operation led by security agents resulted in the […] The post Akwa Ibom Police Raid Storage Facility, Nab One Suspect, Recover Guns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Police raid Nasarawa black spot, recover pistol, arrest suspect

By John Ogunsemore The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Buhari Mustapha and recovered a firearm during a raid on a known black spot, popularly called “Me and You”, in the Masaka area of Karu Local Government Area of the state. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Ramhan Nansel […] The post Police raid Nasarawa black spot, recover pistol, arrest suspect appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago UBA Approves N171.3bn Dividend Payout For 2024, Celebrates 75th Anniversary

United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) marked its 75th anniversary on a high note on Friday as shareholders unanimously approved a total dividend payout of N171.3 billion for the 2024 financial year at the Group’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Lagos. The dividend, which translates to N5.00 per share—comprising an interim dividend of N2.00 […]

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8 h. ago UNICEF calls for increased support to ensure every child gets lifesaving vaccines

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has called on the governments and other partners not to relent, but to strengthen read more UNICEF calls for increased support to ensure every child gets lifesaving vaccines

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9 h. ago ‘Japa’ wave declining despite harsh economy, heightening insecurity

Experts blame prohibitive travel cost Growing spate of visa denials New visa/immigration policies Considering the pace at read more ‘Japa’ wave declining despite harsh economy, heightening insecurity

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9 h. ago Food security: We’ve exceeded expectations, Agric Minister claims

From Okwe Obi, Abuja    Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, has boasted that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration has exceeded the expectations of Nigeria in the area of food security.  Kyari stated this when he hosted board chairmen of the research institutes and colleges of agriculture, yesterday in Abuja.  He said: “We […] The post Food security: We’ve exceeded expectations, Agric Minister claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Oborevwori, Okowa, others’ defection ‘ll strengthen APC in South

From Tony John, Port Harcourt Chairman of National Agency for The Great Green Wall (NAGGW), Senator Magnus Abe, has said the defection of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, his deputy and entire cabinet as well as former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, is a move that would strengthen and consolidate the All Progressives Congress (APC), support base […] The post Oborevwori, Okowa, others’ defection ‘ll strengthen APC in South-South – Abe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Police, NESO unite to strengthen grassroots security in S’West

By Vera Wisdom-Bassey In a major step towards strengthening grassroots security, the Neighbourhood Enlightenment and Safety Organisation (NESO) South West zone held its first official appointment and decoration ceremony at Chosen International Secondary School, Festac Town, Lagos. The event marked a significant milestone in NESO’s mission to build safer communities, drawing newly decorated officers from […] The post Police, NESO unite to strengthen grassroots security in S’West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Food Security: Minister Charges Institutes To Breed Improved Seeds

Minister of agriculture and food security, Abubakar Kyari, has charged the leadership of agricultural research institutes and colleges to refocus their efforts on developing improved seed varieties that can bolster national food security amidst growing climate challenges. Speaking during his inaugural meeting with the new chairmen and chief executive officers of agencies and institutions under […]

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13 h. ago Prophecies: What God told me about North, Abuja, Lagos, Ogun –Primate Ayodele

Shettima, Atiku, Obi, Akpabio, Ribadu, Soludo, Ambode, Uzodimma’s wife too • Calls for urgent, fervent prayers   By Olakunle Olafioye The leader of Inri Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Babatunde Elijah Ayodele, has called on the Federal Government to beef up security in the North and other parts of the country to avoid major security breach. […] The post Prophecies: What God told me about North, Abuja, Lagos, Ogun –Primate Ayodele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Chairman, Sifax Group to mark 63rd birthday with football match

Going by his love for grassroots football, Chairman, Sifax Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi will on Sunday, May 4, celebrates his 63rd birthday with a grassroots football tourney billed for Abati Barrack Mini Stadium, Ojuelegba, Lagos. The celebrant, whose birthday was originally scheduled for April 29th, shifted all celebration to the final of his annual Taiwo […] The post Chairman, Sifax Group to mark 63rd birthday with football match appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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