84 m. ago FG must stop pretending, Plateau killings are genocide – Dalung

Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for what he described as its complacency in tackling the persistent insecurity in Plateau State. Dalung expressed his concerns during the Arise TV Morning Show interview on Monday. His remarks followed the killing of over 50 people in Bokkos Local Read More

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99 m. ago N’Delta group protests in London, seeks investigation into oil facility guard’s death

Niger Delta environmental activists based in the United Kingdom have called on the Federal Government to ensure justice for a coordinator with Tantita Security Services Limited, Ikerete Udo, who was reportedly killed while on duty protecting oil facilities in the region. The activists, under the umbrella of the Niger Delta Environmental Justice Coalition, staged a Read More

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2 h. ago Suspected Bandits Attack Kebbi Communities, Kill 16 Villagers

No fewer than 16 persons have been killed by gunmen, suspected to be bandits, in an attack on Tungan Taura and Tungan Ladan villages in Augie Local Government Area. It was gathered that the horrible incident occurred over the weekend, when the criminal elements stormed the two villages. This was contained in a statement on Monday, […] The post Suspected Bandits Attack Kebbi Communities, Kill 16 Villagers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago First Lady Remi Tinubu Donates N1bn To Tackle Cervical Cancer In Nigeria

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians, especially women, to speak up and seek appropriate help whenever they have medical challenges. She was speaking while receiving a delegation of the National Taskforce on Cervical Cancer Elimination led by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle […]

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4 h. ago Cross River govt vows to take action against fake support groups

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar The Cross River State government has promised to tackle fake support groups across the state. Prince Clement Asanye, Special Assistant to the Governor on APC Support Groups Matters, shared this in Calabar. He said the government knows these groups pretend to be supporters. Yet, their actions harm peace, stability, and unity […] The post Cross River govt vows to take action against fake support groups appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Army chief to deploy more troops in Plateau following recent attacks

By Jude Owuamanam, Jos The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has announced plans to send more troops to troubled Plateau communities. He aims to stop the constant attacks in the state. However, he stressed that peace depends on the people. They must choose tolerance, forgiveness, and unity. Speaking to reporters at a […] The post Army chief to deploy more troops in Plateau following recent attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Alumni Association Rallies Support For New Alaafin, Harps On Unity

The National Old Student Association, Alaafin High School, Oyo (NOSA-AHSO) has called on the Oyomesi, the good people of Yorubaland including sons and daughters of Oyo Town to rally behind the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I. The association’s president, Engr. Muideen Aruna, while congratulating the monarch on his ascension to the […]

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6 h. ago Buhari’s minister, Dalung blames government’s inaction for ongoing killings in Plateau

Solomon Dalung, a former minister of youth and sports development under Muhammadu Buhari’s presidency, has condemned the government’s inaction regarding read more Buhari’s minister, Dalung blames government’s inaction for ongoing killings in Plateau

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7 h. ago Tinubu urged to establish sustainable immunisation financing framework

Nigeria’s vaccine financing more vulnerable than ever From Fred Ezeh, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been called upon to instruct the Ministry of Budget and National Planning to create a predictable, efficient, and sustainable immunisation financing framework for Nigeria. Advocates argue that the current inclusion of vaccine funds in the Service-Wide Vote leads to […] The post Tinubu urged to establish sustainable immunisation financing framework appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Akwa Ibom seeks partnership with MTN to boost tourism development

…as MTN Go MAD campaign reaches Plateau, Bauchi to empower residents Akwa Ibom State Government has solicited partnership with Mobile read more Akwa Ibom seeks partnership with MTN to boost tourism development

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8 h. ago No country has developed under democracy — Burkina Faso President

President of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, said the country is undergoing a “popular, progressive revolution” and not operating under a democratic system. He added that it is difficult to pinpoint a country that has developed practising democratic rule. Traore made the disclosure during a flag-raising ceremony at the Koulouba Palace last week. He said, Read More

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8 h. ago Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has donated N50 million to support the families of vigilantes killed and those injured during an attack by suspected Lakurawa bandits on Sunday, April 6. The governor made the announcement on Monday during a condolence visit to Yola District in Augie Local Government Area, […] The post Kebbi governor donates N50 million to families of vigilantes killed in Lakurawa attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Netanyahu meets Trump, seeks tariffs truce, Gaza, Iran support

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was in Washington on Monday to meet Donald Trump, whom he will likely ask for a reprieve from US tariffs while seeking further backing on Iran and Gaza. Netanyahu becomes the first foreign leader to meet Trump in the US capital since the “Liberation Day” tariffs announcement sent global markets Read More

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10 h. ago World Health Day 2025 : First Lady seeks reduction in maternal, newborn deaths

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has issued a heartfelt message on the occasion of World Health Day 2025, emphasising the critical importance of investing in maternal and newborn health as a cornerstone of sustainable development. This was contained in a statement released on Monday by the First Lady’s media aide, Busola Kukoyi. Read More

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10 h. ago Blakskill, Sightsavers connects job seekers with disabilities to employment opportunities

Blakskill Limited has stepped up its commitment to supporting people living with disabilities by partnering with Sightsavers to host the read more Blakskill, Sightsavers connects job seekers with disabilities to employment opportunities

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10 h. ago I’ll retire after eight years as governor; I’m not going to Abuja – Otti

Alex Otti, the governor of Abia State, has ruled out any plans to seek a Senate seat after completing his read more I’ll retire after eight years as governor; I’m not going to Abuja – Otti

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11 h. ago Kalu demands prosecution of Chinese miners, police officer’s killers in Abia

The Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on the Inspector General of Police and the Abia State Government to ensure the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the killing of two Chinese nationals and a police inspector in Abia State. The victims were reportedly killed by gunmen who Read More

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12 h. ago Abia gov orders manhunt for killers of Chinese miners, police officer

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has directed security agencies in the state to hunt down and bring to justice the gunmen who killed two Chinese miners and a police officer in Uturu, Isuikwuato Local Government Area. The victims were ambushed on Friday while en route to a mining site in the Agukwu-Amaya, Ndundu Community. Otti, Read More

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12 h. ago Tax Reform Bills: Extricating Nigeria From Economic Cesspit – Atoyebi

  The Technical Assistant on Broadcast Media to the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Aderonke Atoyebi has stated that the federal government’s tax reform bills are extricating Nigeria from economic inefficiencies and paving the way for economic growth. Atoyebi noted that when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in May 2023, […]

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13 h. ago “Act Now, Declare State Of Emergency Over Plateau Killings” – ACF Tells FG

Arewa Consultative Forum has called on President Bola Tinubu’s administration to act fast on the ongoing unrest in some parts of Plateau State. The group expressed sadness over recent attacks by gunmen which resulted in the tragic deaths of several villagers, including children in some communities of the state. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported […] The post “Act Now, Declare State Of Emergency Over Plateau Killings” – ACF Tells FG appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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