5 h. ago Ondo acquires 10,000 hectares for youths, women’s agriculture project

The Ondo State Government has acquired 10,000 hectares of land in Akotogbo and Iyansan communities in Ese Odo Local Government Area of the state for an extensive agricultural project for youths and women who were into agriculture. It was gathered that the project was carried out in collaboration with a non-governmental organization known as the Read More

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13 h. ago Land agent’s killing: Delta gov’s aide laments rise in kidnapping

The Senior Special Assistant on Civil Society and Youth Mobilisation to the Delta State Governor, Harrison Gwamnishu, has decried the rise in kidnapping in some parts of the state allegedly perpetrated by some Fulani herders. Gwamnishu disclosed this in multiple Facebook posts on Thursday while referencing the death of a female land agent, Esther Osaze, Read More

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17 h. ago How Wande Abimbola rejected IBB’s ING bait, and other stories (2)

Once upon a time in the land of Ìwásè, Orunmila, Yoruba god of Wisdom and Divination, thought to showcase Yoruba science, divination, arts and philosophy to mankind; so, he codified the four aforementioned essences of human existence into a body of knowledge called Ifa. As science, Ifa embodies the study and prescription of herbal medicine Read More

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17 h. ago Importers pay $1.5bn war risk premium despite reduction in piracy

Despite the reduction in piracy attacks in the Gulf of Guinea, importers paid $1.5bn as war risk insurance premiums on Nigeria-bound cargoes in the last three years, The PUNCH reports. This came as operators, including shipowners and ship captains, rejected the WRI premium, stating that Nigeria is not a war-torn country to be paying such Read More

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18 h. ago 32 children hospitalised as Sokoto communities battle strange disease

A mysterious illness has struck communities within the Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State, infecting at least 32 children. The disease is characterised by severe stomach swelling and intense body pain, raising concerns among residents. Local sources report that the illness was spreading among children and teenagers, though its cause remained unknown. In response Read More

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22 h. ago FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger

Tribune Online FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger The Federal government has condemned the shooting of an Immigration officer by a Chinese businessman in Minna, Niger state, warning that the incident might cause a major diplomatic row because no Nigerian should be ill-treated for doing legitimate duty in their land. Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who was visibly angry over the incident, […] FG talks tough over shooting of NIS officer by Chinese businessman in Niger Tribune Online

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24 h. ago Lafarge Cement: Senate intervenes, seeks transparency in sale of factory to Chinese

Tribune Online Lafarge Cement: Senate intervenes, seeks transparency in sale of factory to Chinese The Senate on Thursday called for transparency in the ongoing negotiations to sell Lafarge Cement Plc to Chinese investors. It specifically asked the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE) to ensure that the “divestment process prioritises national security and economic sovereignty.” The Senate passed the resolution following a motion moved by Sen. Salisu Afolabi (Ogun-Central), who […] Lafarge Cement: Senate intervenes, seeks transparency in sale of factory to Chinese Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Six dead, dozens rescued as tourist submarine sinks off in Egypt

Tribune Online Six dead, dozens rescued as tourist submarine sinks off in Egypt At least six people have lost their lives, and dozens of others have been rescued after a tourist submarine sank in the Red Sea near the Egyptian coast. Sky’s US partner, NBC News, citing the Russian embassy in Cairo, reported that four Russian citizens were among those who died after the vessel went down near […] Six dead, dozens rescued as tourist submarine sinks off in Egypt Tribune Online

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31 h. ago FG working to establish sustainable land administration system —Shettima

Vice President Kashim Shettima says the Federal Government is working to establish a sustainable land administration system in the country. Shettima, represented by the Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Senator Ibrahim Hadejia, made this known at a three-day National Land Conference 2025 on Wednesday in Abuja. The conference with the theme:“Reforming Land Governance Read More

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44 h. ago Suspected Lakurawa Terrorists Kill Two Customs Officers, One Villager In Kebbi

At least two yet to be identified customs officers, including a villager have been killed by gunmen, suspected to be Lakurawa terrorists at Bachaka, a border community in Argungu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. Confirming the horrible incident to newsmen on Wednesday, Spokesman for Kebbi State Police Command, Nafiu Abubakar, disclosed that the criminal […] The post Suspected Lakurawa Terrorists Kill Two Customs Officers, One Villager In Kebbi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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44 h. ago N1.1bn Awarded To Residents Affected By Unlawful Demolitions In Rivers

A Rivers State High Court has ordered the state government to pay N1.1 billion to residents whose properties were unlawfully demolished at Mile One and Two waterfronts in Port Harcourt. The court found the government guilty of forcefully taking over their land without notification or proof of legal acquisition. The affected residents, from areas including […] The post N1.1bn Awarded To Residents Affected By Unlawful Demolitions In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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47 h. ago Court orders Rivers to pay residents N1.1bn for unlawful demolitions

A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has ruled that the state government must pay N1.1 billion to residents whose properties were unlawfully demolished at Mile One and Two waterfronts in Port Harcourt City Local Government Area. The court also found the government guilty of forcefully taking over their land. The affected residents, from Read More

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50 h. ago Cross River govt assists UNICROSS to battle encroachment, recovers assets

Tribune Online Cross River govt assists UNICROSS to battle encroachment, recovers assets The Cross River State Government, through its Asset Management and Recovery Team, has committed to supporting UNICROSS management in addressing land encroachment and the unauthorised sale of assets on campus. Cross River govt assists UNICROSS to battle encroachment, recovers assets Tribune Online

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50 h. ago Cross River govt vows to protect state varsity from land grabbers

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State government has vowed to protect its varsity, the University of Cross River (UNICROSS), from the activities of land grabbers. The government made this known when the Asset Management and Recovery Team paid a working visit to the institution. Speaking during the visit, the Special Adviser to the […] The post Cross River govt vows to protect state varsity from land grabbers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago ICSAN to groom governance, administrative professionals with N3.5bn project

By Henry Uche The Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) has set out to strengthen the governance, leadership, and public administration structure of Nigeria by grooming thousands of young professionals to fill in the widened gaps at all levels of governance and leadership in the country. The President of ICSAN, Mrs Funmi […] The post ICSAN to groom governance, administrative professionals with N3.5bn project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Imo community protests as government reclaims old market land

There was tension in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on Wednesday as residents of Umuoyima Autonomous Community staged a peaceful protest against the state government’s takeover of the old Timber and Allied Market, popularly known as Ogbosisi, along Wetheral Road. The protesters, including elders, youths, and women, carried placards with inscriptions such as “Government, leave Read More

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56 h. ago 3.5m IDPs: NALDA Begins Restoration Project To Reintegrate Displaced Farmers

The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has rolled out a Restoration Project to reintegrate displaced farmers into agricultural activities. The move aims to restore farmers’ livelihoods and bolster national food security as a significant portion of Nigeria’s farming population has been displaced due to insecurity, with over three million people unable to cultivate their […]

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57 h. ago SORENID CEO Calls For Urgent Assistance Amid Explosion Damage

The Society for Reconciliation of Nigerians in Distress (SORENID) has incurred significant structural damage following debris from a tanker explosion at Karu Bridge, Abuja, which has jeopardised its operations. Reports state that the explosion on March 19, 2025, resulted in at least nine fatalities and the destruction of around 30 vehicles. Although there were no […]

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57 h. ago Food Security: Okpebholo Earmarks 3,000 Hectares Of Land For Farming

The Edo State government has started the cultivation of 3,000 hectares of farmlands across the three senatorial districts of the state. It has already commenced cultivating 60 hectares (148 acres) in Iguoriakhi, Ovia South West local government area, Edo South Senatorial District of Edo State, for this year’s farming season. The move by the Edo […]

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66 h. ago Policemen on rescue operation ambushed, Delta land agent abducted

Some gunmen on Monday ambushed policemen on a rescue operation after a female real estate realtor was abducted in Ibusa community, Oshimili North Local Government Area, Delta State. This happened barely four days after gunmen kidnapped a farmer in Issele-Azagba area of the state. PUNCH Metro gathered on Tuesday that the realtor, simply identified as Read More

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