2 h. ago Sallah: Izunaso fetes Muslim community in Imo, preaches peace

From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Muslim community in Imo State had a splendid time on Tuesday as the lawmaker representing Imo West at the National Assembly, Osita Izunaso, hosted them to a sumptuous meal to celebrate the Sallah festival at his residence in Owerri. Izunaso, represented at the occasion by his Senior Legislative Assistant, Jude […] The post Sallah: Izunaso fetes Muslim community in Imo, preaches peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Benue lawmaker pleads for federal intervention as herdsmen attacks worsen

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja A lawmaker representing Otukpo-Ohimini Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Blessing Onuh, has condemned the escalating violence in her constituency, urging President Bola Tinubu to deploy security forces to combat suspected herdsmen attacks. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday, the two-term lawmaker described the killings as a “national emergency,” citing recent […] The post Benue lawmaker pleads for federal intervention as herdsmen attacks worsen appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 h. ago Catholic Church calls for inclusion of Peace Education in school curriculum in Taraba 

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo   The Catholic Diocese of Wukari, Taraba has called on Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas to include Peace Education in the school curriculum in the state at all levels to tackle the prevailing violence across the state. This is contained in a communique issued at the end of the Second General […] The post Catholic Church calls for inclusion of Peace Education in school curriculum in Taraba  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns

The Kogi State Police Command has urged Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduagan to cancel her planned Sallah homecoming rally in the Central Senatorial District, citing security concerns. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP William Aya, on behalf of the State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, the command emphasised the need […] The post Kogi Police Urge Senator Natasha To Cancel Sallah Rally Over Security Concerns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago APC chieftain urges Tinubu to reform pension scheme, end pensioners hardship

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on President Bola Tinubu to address the challenges facing retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme. In a statement on Tuesday, Oyintiloye decried the hardship pensioners endure due to delayed or non-payment of benefits, inadequate funding, and alleged corruption within the scheme. Read More

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5 h. ago Group Hails Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS Over Improved Security In North

The Northern Elders Political Development group has commended President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of State for Defense, Bello Matawalle and Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa for their efforts in improving security in the North-West region. It noted that majority of towns and villages in the region observed the Eid-el-Fitri peacefully without cases […]

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5 h. ago Natasha: Kogi council chairman announces curfew in senator’s LGA

The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area (LGA), Hon. Amoka Eneji, has announced that a curfew is in effect ahead of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s homecoming to celebrate Sallah with her constituents. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Eneji revealed that the curfew is to ensure peace and order on the heels of the ban on […] The post Natasha: Kogi council chairman announces curfew in senator’s LGA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago JaneMichael Ekanem Tasks Upcoming Fashion Designers On Outstanding Career, Fashon Industry

JaneMichael Ekanem who has established herself as a powerhouse in African fashion has urged young fashion designers to work on their brand and dare to be different if they want to attract the right clientele and develop their business to a greater level. Ekanem, who is an innovator in the multi-billion naira industry, cited her […]

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5 h. ago Enugu herdsmen invasion: We must speak against injustice – Mr Macaroni

Content creator and actor Mr Macaroni has urged Nigerians to always condemn injustice following the invasion of killer herdsmen in Enugu State. Per online reports, over 44 farm settlements have been invaded, leading to residents evacuating their homes in search of refuge in neighbouring communities. The places affected are Abor Ishala, Mgbuji, Agu-Amede, Eha-Agu, and […] The post Enugu herdsmen invasion: We must speak against injustice – Mr Macaroni appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS for improved security in North

From Sola Ojo, Abuja   The Northern Elders Political Development group has commended Minister of State Defense Mohammed Bello Matawalle and Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa for their collaborative efforts with other security apparatus in improving security in the North West region.  The Forum’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Lawal Giwa, in a statement on […] The post Northern elders commend Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS for improved security in North-West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Fuel subsidy removal necessary, Nigerians must adjust spending

The National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies has said the removal of fuel subsidy was a necessary step. The NIPSS urged Nigerians to endure the current economic hardship. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Tuesday, the Director-General of NIPSS, Ayo Omotayo, stated that while the impact may be tough now, the decision Read More

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6 h. ago Northern elders hail Matawalle, CDS over improved security in N’ West

The Northern Elders Political Development group has hailed the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa for their collaborative efforts in improving security in the North West region of the country. A statement by the group’s Secretary, Dr. Adamu Giwa, in Kaduna on Tuesday, noted that Read More

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6 h. ago Hold Akpabio, Bello, Ododo responsible if anything happens to me – Natasha

The lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday, urged Nigerians to hold Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Kogi State Governor Ahmed Ododo and his predecessor, Yahaya Bello, responsible if she and her supporters are attacked. Akpoti-Uduaghan raised the alarm in a post via her official Facebook. She said, “My dear people of Read More

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7 h. ago Kogi LG chair imposes curfew ahead of Natasha’s constituency visit

The Chairman of Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, Amoka Monday, has imposed a curfew across the council area, citing security concerns following a ban on political rallies and unregulated public gatherings. In a statement personally signed by the chairman on Monday, he declared that the curfew was necessary to maintain peace and order Read More

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7 h. ago Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists

By John Ogunsemore Amid public concerns over enforcement of speed limits on selected roads, the Lagos State Government has reaffirmed the legality of these regulations and urged motorists to comply with them for the safety of all road users. The Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi cited Section 28(2)(a) of the Lagos State Transport Sector […] The post Speed limits legal, must be complied with – Lagos govt tells motorists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Diaspora community protests poor investment environment, business demolition in Nigeria 

…urges President Tinubu to intervene without further delay   From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Nigerians in Chicago, penultimate Sunday, protested against alleged poor investment environment, as well as demolition of their businesses in Nigeria, threatening to hold similar protests in all States of America, Canada and Europe until President Bola Tinubu addresses the issue of enabling […] The post Diaspora community protests poor investment environment, business demolition in Nigeria  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Cross River APC cautions members against unauthorised legal actions

The All Progressives Congress in Cross River State has warned its members against engaging in unauthorised legal actions in the name of the party. The party leadership on Monday expressed dissatisfaction over a legal petition allegedly filed by some concerned APC stakeholders in Northern Cross River. Speaking to newsmen, the State Chairman, Alphonsus Eba, reiterated Read More

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10 h. ago Kogi: Why your homecoming should be cancelled – Police to Natasha

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been urged to cancel her planned Sallah rally in the Central Senatorial District of Kogi State. The advice was given by the State Commissioner of Police, Miller Dantawaye, in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP William Aya. Dantawaye stated that the rally is a breach of the […] The post Kogi: Why your homecoming should be cancelled – Police to Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Bauchi Governor Decries Rising Kidnapping Cases In Boundary Community 

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has raised concerns about the growing trend of kidnappings in Bula, a district in Tafawa Balewa local government, along the Bauchi-Plateau boundary. Bauchi enjoyed a peaceful atmosphere through coordinated security strategies, making it one of the most peaceful states in the northeast and the country. Previously, Dass, Toro, Tafawa Balewa, Bogoro, […]

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11 h. ago Customs agents seek more access cards, decry rising clearing costs at PTML

The Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) has urged Grimaldi Shipping to increase the number of access cards issued read more Customs agents seek more access cards, decry rising clearing costs at PTML

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