2 h. ago Explosion at Ijebu Ode military barracks triggers security lockdown

An early morning explosion at the Sappers Barracks in Ilese, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, has prompted swift action from military read more Explosion at Ijebu Ode military barracks triggers security lockdown

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3 h. ago Coalition is to save Nigeria, not advance personal ambitions – Tambuwal

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Former Sokoto State Governor and Senator representing Sokoto South Aminu Waziri Tambuwal says the emerging opposition coalition is focused on rescuing Nigeria from poor governance, not promoting the presidential ambition of any individual. Speaking in Sokoto shortly after being received by an overwhelming crowd of supporters honouring an invitation by the […] The post Coalition is to save Nigeria, not advance personal ambitions – Tambuwal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago PICTORIAL: 25 Family Members Of ISWAP Fighters Surrender In Borno

No fewer than 25 family members of ISWAP/JAS fighters have surrendered to troops of 202 Battalion in Bama local government area of Borno State. According to military sources, the move followed increased operations by troops, leading to the killing of three fighters and arrest of 17 suspects while assorted weapons were also recovered in the […]

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7 h. ago Troops Arrest 107 Suspects, Rescue 20 Victims In 1 Week — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has revealed that the troops on internal operations arrested 107 suspected terrorists, kidnappers, oil thieves and other suspected criminals across the country. Director Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye who revealed this on Thursday also said 20 kidnap hostages were also rescued by the troops between 7 and 14 August, 2025. […]

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10 h. ago Police Arrest Suspected Member Of Car Theft Syndicate In Akwa Ibom

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested another member of a notorious car theft syndicate and recovered a stolen vehicle on Wednesday. Police had few days ago arrested three suspects from the gang over links to cases of stolen vehicles, and they were being interrogated at the Command’s headquarters in Uyo, the […]

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11 h. ago WAFCON: We’re Yet To Get Tinubu’s Promised $100,000 Reward — Falcons Captain Ajibade

Captain of Nigeria’s women’s national football team, Rasheedat Ajibade, has disclosed that the Super Falcons are yet to receive the $100,000 cash gift promised to them by President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu had announced the monetary reward during a reception to honour the team for winning this year’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. […] The post WAFCON: We’re Yet To Get Tinubu’s Promised $100,000 Reward — Falcons Captain Ajibade appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Military assures protection of Nigeria, African continent against emerging threats – CDS

The Military is committed to doing “whatever it takes” to secure Nigeria and the African continent against emerging threats. The read more Military assures protection of Nigeria, African continent against emerging threats – CDS

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13 h. ago Bello Turji has not surrendered, we are still looking for him – DHQ

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has debunked rumours circulating about the alleged surrender of notorious wanted bandit leader Bello Turji. The DHQ said there is no truth in the report as the military is still looking for the bandit leader. Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, made this known at […] The post Bello Turji has not surrendered, we are still looking for him – DHQ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Nigeria’s Pioneering Aircraft Engineer, Sunday Olubadewo’s Legacy recognised

Sunday Kayode Olubadewo, a renowned aircraft maintenance engineer, has been recognised with a Distinguished Honourary Award as “Nigeria’s Foremost Aircraft read more Nigeria’s Pioneering Aircraft Engineer, Sunday Olubadewo’s Legacy recognised

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16 h. ago VIDEO: Ibom Air Hostess Came For Trouble With Emmanson, Says Eyewitness

David Ogede recounts the encounter between the two persons when he featured as a guest on Channels Television's The Morning Brief programme. The post VIDEO: Ibom Air Hostess Came For Trouble With Emmanson, Says Eyewitness appeared first on Channels Television.

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17 h. ago Double tragedy as father of slain Kogi photojournalist slumps, dies

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja It was a double tragedy for the Aiyepeku family as the head of the family, Chief James Aiyepeku, father of Ayobami Aiyepeku, a photojournalist who was murdered on July 22 in Kogi State, slumped and died. Chief Aiyepeku died on Tuesday, August 12, as a result of a stroke, reportedly triggered […] The post Double tragedy as father of slain Kogi photojournalist slumps, dies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Amnesty Int’l Indicts Police, Military, Ebube Agu Over South

According to the report, over 1,844 people were killed by both state and non-state actors between January 2021 and June 2023 alone The post Amnesty Int’l Indicts Police, Military, Ebube Agu Over South-East Killings appeared first on Channels Television.

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19 h. ago How an indigenous firm turned trailblazer in Nigeria’s competitive business landscape

In a country where global brands have long dominated market share, a wave of indigenous companies are shifting the narrative read more How an indigenous firm turned trailblazer in Nigeria’s competitive business landscape

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21 h. ago Over 80 percent of blindness in Nigerian children is preventable, expert says

Tribune Online Over 80 percent of blindness in Nigerian children is preventable, expert says HEAD of Ophthalmology at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Professor Dupe Ademola-Popoola has stated that over 80 per cent of the causes of blindness in Nigerian children are either treatable or preventable and therefore called for a statewide system to ensure that no child is left without vision screening. Professor Ademola-Popoola, in a lecture […] Over 80 percent of blindness in Nigerian children is preventable, expert says Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Mystery of pains: Onwuchekwa to unveil secrets of aches of head, low back at UNIPORT inaugural lecture

Thursday, August 21, 2025, is Prof. Regina Chinwe Onwuchekwa’s day with history. On that day, the erudite scholar from Akokwa in Ideato North Local Government, Imo State will dazzle an array of academics and students of the University of Port Harcourt (Uniport), as well as other invited guests, with rare medical revelations when she delivers […] The post Mystery of pains: Onwuchekwa to unveil secrets of aches of head, low back at UNIPORT inaugural lecture appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement

Tribune Online Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement  A Master Mariner and maritime advocate, Captain Caleb Danladi, has called for coordinated and proactive solutions to the recurring boat mishaps on Nigeria’s inland waterways and coastal zones. In a detailed article titled “Safeguarding Lives at Sea — Proactive Solutions to Boat Mishaps in Nigeria’s Waters”, obtained by the Nigerian Tribune, Captain Danladi lamented the […] Boat mishaps: Master Mariner calls for maritime safety, inspection enforcement Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space

By Zika Bobby The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) has officially recognised United States-based astronaut Chief Owolabi Salis’s achievement, and Wikipedia has listed him as the first Nigerian to travel to outer space. According to the FAI, space flight is defined as any flight over 100 kilometers (62 miles) above sea level, and those who reach […] The post Salis gets official recognition by Wikipedia as first Nigerian in space appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago IHS Nigeria inspires 500 school kids, teachers to explore STEM, AI

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu The Ilorin edition of the STEM Africa Fest ended successfully, inspiring over 500 students and educators across Kwara State to explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and artificial intelligence (AI). This event was held at the Ilorin Innovation Hub for two days, featuring interactive workshops, demonstrations, and training […] The post IHS Nigeria inspires 500 school kids, teachers to explore STEM, AI appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Police Arrest Pastor, 2 Others For Alleged Rape, Murder In Imo

Operatives of the Orlu Divisional Headquarters of Imo State Command have arrested a pastor and his accomplice over the alleged rape of a 20-year-old woman. This was made known through a statement made available to newsmen by the Imo State Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Henry Okoye, on Wednesday. Okoye explained that the 32-year-old […]

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33 h. ago Gombe: Police arrest traditional ruler for alleged rape of 12

Tribune Online Gombe: Police arrest traditional ruler for alleged rape of 12-year-old girl Gombe State Police Command has announced the recovery of vandalised electric cables, iron pipes, and railway track bolts in Bajoga, and the arrest of a Ward Head for a suspected case of rape. Gombe: Police arrest traditional ruler for alleged rape of 12-year-old girl Tribune Online

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