6 h. ago Experts, Rights Groups Divided As US Stiffens Visa Rules Against Nigerians

Nigerian international affairs experts and other experts have reacted to the new visa restriction on Nigerian travellers to the United States, with most criticising the US policy and describing it as counterproductive. The US mission in a message on X, its official social media handle formerly known as Twitter, on Monday mandated Nigerian visa applicants […]

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11 h. ago Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing

Tribune Online Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing The rescue operation has been aided by dam management efforts, which have held back the waters and significantly reduced the water level.... Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of three bodies, 22 still missing Tribune Online

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14 h. ago PICTORIAL: Rivers Monarch Asari Dokubo Gives Out Daughter’s Hand In Marriage

The Amanyanabo of Elem Kalabari, Dabaye Amakiri I, Alhaji Mujahid Asari Dokubo, on Sunday, August 17, 2025, gave out his daughter, Miss Rukayat Becky Omoro, in marriage to Abdurrazaq Tamunodiepriye Cline. Addressing his daughter at a traditional ceremony, the monarch urged her to be “totally submissive” to her husband, stressing that patience, humility, and respect […]

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15 h. ago JUST IN: Passengers Must Switch Off Phones During Flights — NCAA 

The directive by the civil aviation regulator follows recent controversial brawl that involved a passenger Comfort Emmanson and an Ibom Air flight attendant. The post JUST IN: Passengers Must Switch Off Phones During Flights — NCAA  appeared first on Channels Television.

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15 h. ago Three Kidnappers Neutralised In Joint Army, Delta Govt Operation

Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force Operation Delta Safe carried out a successful operation against kidnappers in Delta State. They were assisted by a tracker team from the Delta State Government House, Asaba, during the mission. The joint forces engaged the criminals in a fierce shootout at Aniocha North Local […] The post Three Kidnappers Neutralised In Joint Army, Delta Govt Operation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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16 h. ago APC chieftain Ikonne challenges Gov Otti on school renovation claims

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja   A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Abia State chapter, Prince Paul Ikonne, has challenged the state governor, Alex Otti, on the claims of spending N54 billion on school renovation. Governor Otti, last weekend during his monthly media chat, dismissed claims that N54 billion is missing from the state […] The post APC chieftain Ikonne challenges Gov Otti on school renovation claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago At least 25 rescued after boat capsizes in Sokoto, dozens presumed dead

At least 25 people have been rescued and 25 others are still missing two days after a boat carrying about read more At least 25 rescued after boat capsizes in Sokoto, dozens presumed dead

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19 h. ago 2027: Peter Obi’s presidency best strategy to rescue Nigeria — Obidient leader

Tribune Online 2027: Peter Obi’s presidency best strategy to rescue Nigeria — Obidient leader “Last weekend’s by-election showed clearly that non-performing incumbents are afraid of voter revolt 2027: Peter Obi’s presidency best strategy to rescue Nigeria — Obidient leader Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Trafficking Syndicate Foiled In Abuja As NAPTIP Rescues 25 Women

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) announced on Monday that it had rescued 25 women in Abuja from a trafficking syndicate. The women were allegedly being prepared for movement to Saudi Arabia for labour exploitation. According to NAPTIP’s Press Officer, Vincent Adekoye, the victims, aged between 17 and 43, were […] The post Trafficking Syndicate Foiled In Abuja As NAPTIP Rescues 25 Women appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Police rescue stolen child, charge suspects to court in Anambra

From Obinna Odogwu, Awka The Anambra State Police Command, yesterday ,said that it has rescued a 6-year-old girl from her foster parent in Ondo State and reunited her with her real parents in Anambra. Anambra  State Public Relations Officer SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement issued to Daily Sun, said that the Criminal Investigation Department […] The post Police rescue stolen child, charge suspects to court in Anambra appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago Sokoto boat mishap: 15 passengers rescued, 25 still missing — NEMA

Tribune Online Sokoto boat mishap: 15 passengers rescued, 25 still missing — NEMA To enhance the effectiveness of the operation, the management of Goronyo Dam has temporarily closed the dam for two days... Sokoto boat mishap: 15 passengers rescued, 25 still missing — NEMA Tribune Online

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35 h. ago Unruly conduct: NCAA reads riot act to prospective air travelers

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has cautioned air travelers against unruly conduct onboard aircraft, warning that offenders risk heavy fines and jail terms under the new Civil Aviation Act, 2022. Director, Consumer Protection and Public Affairs, NCAA, Michael Achimugu via his verified ‘X’ on Monday reminded passengers that the law […] The post Unruly conduct: NCAA reads riot act to prospective air travelers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago U.S. Directs Nigerian Visa Applicants To Disclose Social Media History In Last Five Years Or Risk Denial

The United States government has issued a warning to Nigerians seeking visas, advising that failure to disclose social media history could result in visa denial. In a notice shared on its X handle, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria stated that applicants completing the DS-160 form for non-immigrant visas must provide all usernames or handles they […] The post U.S. Directs Nigerian Visa Applicants To Disclose Social Media History In Last Five Years Or Risk Denial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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37 h. ago NAPTIP rescues 25 trafficking victims en route to Saudi Arabia

Uncovers new modus operandi  From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) announced on Monday that it disrupted organised trafficking activities and intercepted 25 women suspected to be victims of labour exploitation en route to Saudi Arabia. NAPTIP, in a statement by Vincent Adekoye, noted that the victims, […] The post NAPTIP rescues 25 trafficking victims en route to Saudi Arabia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Rain Halts Rescue Operation After Pakistan Floods Kill Hundreds

Torrential rains across the country since Thursday have caused flooding, rising waters and landslides that have swept away entire villages and left many residents trapped in the rubble. The post Rain Halts Rescue Operation After Pakistan Floods Kill Hundreds appeared first on Channels Television.

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40 h. ago Lukaku To Miss Start Of Napoli’s Title Defence With ‘Serious’ Thigh Injury

No indication over how long Lukaku would be sidelined was given by Napoli, but Italian media reported that he could be out of action until November. The post Lukaku To Miss Start Of Napoli’s Title Defence With ‘Serious’ Thigh Injury appeared first on Channels Television.

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41 h. ago U.S. Mission in Nigeria mandates visa applicants to disclose social media handles

The United States Mission in Nigeria has announced new requirements for visa applicants, mandating the disclosure of all social media read more U.S. Mission in Nigeria mandates visa applicants to disclose social media handles

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41 h. ago U.S. Mission in Nigeria mandates visa applicants to disclose five

The United States Mission in Nigeria has announced new requirements for visa applicants, mandating the disclosure of all social media read more U.S. Mission in Nigeria mandates visa applicants to disclose five-year social media activity

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44 h. ago Omitting social media info could result in visa denial – US to Nigerians

Nigerian visa applicants have been warned that omitting social media information could lead to denial and ineligibility. The warning was given by the US Mission in Nigeria in a social media post on Monday morning. According to the statement, visa applicants are required to list all social media usernames or handles of every platform they […] The post Omitting social media info could result in visa denial – US to Nigerians appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Russian strikes kill civilians in Ukraine as Zelensky arrives in Washington for talks with Trump

Russian missile and drone strikes have killed several civilians, including children, in one of the most intense waves of attacks read more Russian strikes kill civilians in Ukraine as Zelensky arrives in Washington for talks with Trump

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