65 m. ago Alleged defamation: Senator Natasha arraigned, granted N50m bail

Tribune Online Alleged defamation: Senator Natasha arraigned, granted N50m bail The Federal Government on Thursday arraigned the suspended senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for allegedly defaming Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State. Alleged defamation: Senator Natasha arraigned, granted N50m bail Tribune Online

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74 m. ago FCT police arrest 3 notorious kidnappers, gun runner, others in shootout

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested three notorious kidnap suspects long wanted for a series of high-profile abductions and murders within the FCT and its environs, marking a major operational success in its ongoing effort to combat violent crimes. Police Public Relations Officer Josephine Adeh, who made this […] The post FCT police arrest 3 notorious kidnappers, gun runner, others in shootout appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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89 m. ago Benue killings: Corps members relocated to ‘family houses’ in Makurdi — NYSC

Tribune Online Benue killings: Corps members relocated to ‘family houses’ in Makurdi — NYSC In the wake of renewed violence in parts of Benue State, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has confirmed that corps members serving in affected communities have been evacuated and relocated to designated "family houses" in Makurdi for their safety. Benue killings: Corps members relocated to ‘family houses’ in Makurdi — NYSC Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Natasha Akpoti arraigned for alleged defamation against Akpabio, Bello

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, has arrived at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, read more Natasha Akpoti arraigned for alleged defamation against Akpabio, Bello

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2 h. ago Federal Gov’t Arraigns Kogi Central Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamation

The Federal Government, on Thursday, arraigned suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja on charges of alleged criminal defamation. The lawmaker appeared before Justice Chizoba Orji on a three-count charge bordering on alleged defamation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. […]

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2 h. ago Senator Natasha’s Family Home Attacked Again, One Suspect Caught

A fresh security scare hit the family residence of suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, as armed men invaded her home in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, on Wednesday. The Kogi State Police Command confirmed the arrest of a suspect identified as Jose Suberu at the scene of the attack. Police spokesperson, SP William Aya, […] The post Senator Natasha’s Family Home Attacked Again, One Suspect Caught appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Kaduna Establishes Seven Relief Centres For Communities Facing Flood Threats

In a proactive move to mitigate the impact of flooding, the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) has unveiled seven Safe Haven Centres across the state for residents in flood-prone areas. The Executive Secretary of KADSEMA, Usman Hayatu Mazadu, disclosed this during a High-Level Consultative Meeting on Stakeholders’ Readiness Against the 2025 Flood Prediction held […] The post Kaduna Establishes Seven Relief Centres For Communities Facing Flood Threats appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Gov Otu restoring Cross River’s lost glory — Ekpang, Info Commissioner

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Cross River State Commissioner for Information Dr Erasmus Ekpang has claimed that Governor Bassey Otu’s administration is restoring the lost glory of the state through his lofty initiatives. Ekpang, who stated this during a press briefing with members of the Cross River State Journalists Forum (CROSSJOF) in Abuja, said the administration […] The post Gov Otu restoring Cross River’s lost glory — Ekpang, Info Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, arrived at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, in Abuja on Thursday for her arraignment over alleged defamation. According to reports, Akpoti-Uduaghan got to the courtroom at about 10:30 am ahead of the session scheduled to begin at 11:00 am, awaiting the entrance of […] The post Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Insurgency: NAF airstrike destroys IED factory, terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno

Tribune Online Insurgency: NAF airstrike destroys IED factory, terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno This was contained in a statement made available to defence correspondents in Abuja on Thursday by the spokesperson of the service, Air Commodore Ehime Ejodame. Insurgency: NAF airstrike destroys IED factory, terrorists’ gun trucks in Borno Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Safety Bureau moves to boost regional aviation safety, visit Asky Airline

Alex Badeh, Director General of the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), recently visited Esayas Woldemariam Hailu, Chief Executive Officer of read more Safety Bureau moves to boost regional aviation safety, visit Asky Airline

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4 h. ago Governors back FG efforts to ease food transport by tackling unauthorised levies, eliminate illegal checkpoints

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Governors of the 36 states of the federation, under the auspices of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), have backed the federal government’s plans to dismantle unauthorised checkpoints and streamline levies driving food inflation through high transportation costs. “Illegal levies and poor road conditions are driving up food prices, impacting millions of […] The post Governors back FG efforts to ease food transport by tackling unauthorised levies, eliminate illegal checkpoints appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Benue Killings: Sobomabo Condemns Attacks, Urges Tinubu To Take Decisive Action

National Leader of Simplicity Movement, High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich has condemned the recent massacre in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, describing it as a heartbreaking tragedy. He attributed the incident to security lapse, failure of foresight and coordination. Sobomabo who commiserated with families of the deceased, lamented that as a nation, we […]

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5 h. ago Family holds remembrance prayers for late philanthropist, Ogundoyin, donates N5m to SCHAF

Tribune Online Family holds remembrance prayers for late philanthropist, Ogundoyin, donates N5m to SCHAF It also brought together his children, including the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, his siblings... Family holds remembrance prayers for late philanthropist, Ogundoyin, donates N5m to SCHAF Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Itsekiri leaders seek fairness, transparency in pipeline contract awards

Tribune Online Itsekiri leaders seek fairness, transparency in pipeline contract awards The petition was presented during a press briefing held in Abuja on Wednesday, as Kingsley Tenumah, Chairman of the Itsekiri Indigenous People Movement, and Comr. Monoyo Edon, General Secretary, addressed newsmen. Itsekiri leaders seek fairness, transparency in pipeline contract awards Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Benue massacre: Adebayo expresses disappointment over Tinubu’s visit

By Sunday Ani, Abuja Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its 2023 presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has expressed disappointment with the way President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Benue State over the recent killing by suspected Fulani militants was trivialised and reduced to politics. Insisting that Nigerians must be serious about tackling important […] The post Benue massacre: Adebayo expresses disappointment over Tinubu’s visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago NSITF Presents N18.6m Compensation Cheque To Deceased Employee’s Family

The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has presented a cheque of N18,652,908.20 to the family of a deceased employee who died in the line of duty. The move aligns with the fund’s commitment to employee welfare and social protection through the Employees’ Compensation Scheme (ECS). The managing director of NSITF, Dr Oluwaseun Faleye, represented […]

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7 h. ago I feel so honoured – Wike reacts to UNIPORT honorary doctorate degree award

By John Ogunsemore Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike has expressed gratitude to the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) which recently announced it would confer an honorary doctorate degree on him. Vice-Chancellor of UNIPORT, Prof. Owunari Georgewill announced the planned conferment on Wednesday during a visit to Wike’s residence in Abuja, where […] The post I feel so honoured – Wike reacts to UNIPORT honorary doctorate degree award appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Again, Gunmen Attack Senator Natasha’s Family Home, Ritualist Arrested, Others On The Run

The family residence of Senator Natasha H. Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central Senatorial District, was once again attacked on Tuesday night at her country home in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State. In a statement issued on Wednesday in Abuja by the Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Media Office, it was revealed that the armed men […]

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8 h. ago River Park Estate: IGP, EFCC, Fakorede restrained from rights violation, obstruction

By Rita Ugo The Federal High Court, Abuja, has restrained the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Olukayode Egbetokun, Federal  Capital Territory (FCT)Commissioner of Police,Ajao Saka Adewale, and the head of the IGP Monitoring Unit at the Force Headquarters, DCP Akin Fakorede, and others from alleged continuous violation and obstruction in connection with the River Park […] The post River Park Estate: IGP, EFCC, Fakorede restrained from rights violation, obstruction appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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