3 h. ago Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam

By Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has said the Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing (MLTF) section of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) will significantly complement police efforts in fighting insecurity in Nigeria. A statement from Bolaji O. Kazeem, Deputy Director (Information and Public Relations Unit) in the Ministry, said […] The post Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago SGF Akume outlines Tinubu’s roadmap for peace in North Central

From Christopher Oji, Makurdi The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has disclosed that the Federal Government is implementing a multi-layered security strategy to end protracted violence in Benue and the entire North Central zone. Addressing journalists in Makurdi, Benue, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, Akume revealed that President Bola Tinubu’s […] The post SGF Akume outlines Tinubu’s roadmap for peace in North Central appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Referendum: Western Sahara Intensifies Calls For International Pressure On Morocco

The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), also known as Western Sahara, has ramped up calls on the global community to exert more pressure on the Kingdom of Morocco to adhere to the globally recognised agreement allowing the people of Western Sahara under Morocco’s occupation to determine their political future through a referendum. The minister of […]

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6 h. ago Eagles Goalkeeper Nwabali, Car Rental Agent At Loggerheads After Father’s Funeral

Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is presently at loggerheads with a car rental company, Klin Deal Resources over an alleged breach of contract after hiring its vehicle he earlier intended to travel with to his hometown for his father’s funeral on June, 7th at Okwuzi, Rivers State. An agent of the company, Franklin Opara claimed […]

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6 h. ago Proliferation of checkpoints, illegal taxation, key contributors to price inflation – NGF

Tribune Online Proliferation of checkpoints, illegal taxation, key contributors to price inflation – NGF Sanwo-Olu, who read the communiqué issued at the end of the meeting, also expressed the Forum’s displeasure over the World Bank’s failure to fulfil its part of the agreement reached on NG-CARES, despite participating... Proliferation of checkpoints, illegal taxation, key contributors to price inflation – NGF Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Rwanda and DRC agree draft peace deal to end eastern Congo fighting

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have agreed to a draft peace deal aimed at ending the violent conflict read more Rwanda and DRC agree draft peace deal to end eastern Congo fighting

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10 h. ago You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu

Prof. James Ayatse, Tor Tiv, has declared that President Bola Tinubu has the capacity to restore permanent peace in Nigeria and Benue State in particular. The Chairman of Benue Traditional Council said his people had made a lot of sacrifices to keep Nigeria united and wondered why they were being isolated for extermination. “Many of […] The post You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Raw deal: In Ebonyi, overhead bridge, shoddy roads bring pains, sorrow, tears to residents

By Henry Umahi While inspecting ongoing projects across Ebonyi State as part of the activities marking his one-year anniversary in office, Governor Francis Nwifuru, said: “We promised our people that we will punish our enemies with gigantic projects, and we believe God will be with us to fulfil that promise.” The ongoing overhead bridge in […] The post Raw deal: In Ebonyi, overhead bridge, shoddy roads bring pains, sorrow, tears to residents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday, June 18, expressed strong dissatisfaction over the failure of security agencies to apprehend those responsible for the massacre of over 200 people in Yelewata community, Guma Local Government Area, Benue State. During his visit to Makurdi, the President demanded urgent arrests and vowed to personally […] The post Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Referendum: Western Sahara Renews Calls For International Pressure On Morocco

  The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), also known as Western Sahara, has ramped up calls on the global community to exert more pressure on the Kingdom of Morocco to adhere to the globally recognised agreement for the people of Western Sahara under Morocco’s occupation to determine their political future through referendum. The Minister of […]

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21 h. ago Lagos task force nabs 49 suspects during Victoria Island raids

Tribune Online Lagos task force nabs 49 suspects during Victoria Island raids Those who choose to undermine the peace and security of our communities must desist or be prepared to face the full weight of the law. Lagos task force nabs 49 suspects during Victoria Island raids Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Nnamdi Kanu’s incitement responsible for mass violence in South

Tribune Online Nnamdi Kanu’s incitement responsible for mass violence in South-East, DSS witness tells Court The DSS witness alleged that Kanu directed his followers to deal with some targeted persons including security operatives. Nnamdi Kanu’s incitement responsible for mass violence in South-East, DSS witness tells Court Tribune Online

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23 h. ago NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse

Tribune Online NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse "We shall intensify our War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) social advocacy initiatives to further support families, schools, communities. NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse Tribune Online

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24 h. ago World Drug Day: NDLEA vows to intensify fight against barons, traffickers with modern approach 

As Marwa, UNODC calls for public support    From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has vowed to intensify it’s fight against illicit drugs and banned substances with modern approach to the enforcement of drug laws. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen […] The post World Drug Day: NDLEA vows to intensify fight against barons, traffickers with modern approach  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Insurgency: Army Chief, Oluyede seeks media collaboration in addressing insecurity

From Molly Kilete, Abuja   The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called for collaboration between the media and the Nigerian army to win the fight against insurgency, banditry, kidnapping and other security challenges bedeviling the nation. He said the collaboration has become necessary saying the Nigerian Army, had strived to […] The post Insurgency: Army Chief, Oluyede seeks media collaboration in addressing insecurity appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago EU, Justice Ministry sign agreement to fight transnational organised crime

Tribune Online EU, Justice Ministry sign agreement to fight transnational organised crime The European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the Federal Ministry of Justice of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (FMoJ) signed a Working Arrangement to... EU, Justice Ministry sign agreement to fight transnational organised crime Tribune Online

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26 h. ago Arewa Youth Group Backs Ganduje, Condemns Attack At APC North

The Arewa Youth for Peaceful Coexistence has thrown its weight behind the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. The support followed alleged attack on Ganduje during the party’s North-East Zonal meeting recently in Gombe State. In a statement signed by its Chief Press Secretary, Christopher Sunday, which was made […]

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28 h. ago NGO relaunches in Ibadan, renews commitment to fighting hunger

Tribune Online NGO relaunches in Ibadan, renews commitment to fighting hunger With operations now in 20 states, Banish Hunger Nigeria is fully aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially Goal 2: Zero Hunger. NGO relaunches in Ibadan, renews commitment to fighting hunger Tribune Online

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29 h. ago Sokoto advocates dialogue for peace, urges caution on forest guards deployment

From Shafa’atu Suleima, Sokoto The Sokoto State Government has reiterated its readiness to engage in dialogue with armed groups willing to renounce violence and reintegrate into society as part of its strategic call for lasting peace and sustainable security in the state, expressing caution over the unregulated deployment of forest guards across the North-West region. […] The post Sokoto advocates dialogue for peace, urges caution on forest guards deployment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Bauchi varsity pledges support for violence prevention initiatives

Tribune Online Bauchi varsity pledges support for violence prevention initiatives She expressed the university's commitment to supporting initiatives that promote peace and stability in the community, stating that such efforts are essential for the development and progress of the state. Bauchi varsity pledges support for violence prevention initiatives Tribune Online

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