3 h. ago Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader

Tribune Online Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader The minister alleged that a man like [Khamenei] has consistently aimed at destroying Israel through his agents. Khamenei ‘cannot continue to exist,’ Israel threatens Iran’s Supreme Leader Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Mokwa Flood Claimed 207 Lives, 700 Still Missing – Niger Gov

Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has claimed that 207 residents of Mokwa community died in the recent flooding tragedy, adding that 700 persons were still missing. Recall that the State Emergency Management Agency had disclosed that 163 lost their lives during the unfortunate event, with over 3,000 people displaced. Meanwhile, the state Governor, during a […] The post Mokwa Flood Claimed 207 Lives, 700 Still Missing – Niger Gov appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Kiddwaya Faces Backlash For Soliciting Donations Through His Foundation To Support Benue Attack Victims

Reality star and billionaire heir, Kiddwaya, has come under criticism following his appeal for donations to support victims of the recent attack in Yelewata, Benue State. Suspected Fulani herdsmen were reported to have invaded the community, leading to the tragic death of many residents. The attack sparked outrage across the country, with many Nigerians demanding […] The post Kiddwaya Faces Backlash For Soliciting Donations Through His Foundation To Support Benue Attack Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Natasha: Nigeria Risks Becoming Banana Republic – Ezekwesili

Former Education Minister and ex-vice president of the World Bank’s Africa region, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, has fiercely criticised the Nigerian government’s decision to arraign Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on criminal defamation charges. The case stems from Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations of sexual harassment and death threats by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, prompting what Ezekwesili called a “national embarrassment” […]

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51 h. ago ‘I Lost 20 Family Members In 1 Night’, Survivor Recounts Horror Of Benue Massacre

In the latest wave of violence to hit Benue State, a resident of Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of the State, Michael Ajah, has shared the devastating account of how he lost 20 members of his extended family during a late-night attack allegedly carried out by armed herdsmen. The assault, which occurred two […]

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56 h. ago Akpabio’s Aide Petitions IGP Over Alleged Cyber Attacks By Rufai Oseni, Tunde Ednut

Special Adviser on Communications and Strategy to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Kenny Okolugbo has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun over alleged cyber attacks and coordinated defamation campaign against him by television presenter, Rufai Oseni and two other popular social media influencers. In a petition dated June 16, 2025, Okolugbo alleged that […]

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58 h. ago Court Awards N200m To Kpaduma Residents, Declares FCTA Demolition Illegal

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court of Justice in Maitama has ordered the FCT Administration to pay ₦200 million in damages to residents of Kpaduma community, whose houses were demolished by government officials on September, 2024. Hon. Justice H. Mu’azu pronounced the judgment on Monday, unequivocally stating that the FCTA’s actions on September 5, […]

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2 d. ago Court Awards ₦200m To FCT Natives, Declares Demolition Of Properties Illegal

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court of Justice in Maitama has ordered the FCT Administration to pay ₦200 million in damages to residents of Kpaduma community, whose houses were demolished by government officials on September, 2024. Hon. Justice Halilu Mu’azu pronounced the judgement on Monday, unequivocally stating that the FCTA’s actions on September 5, […]

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2 d. ago Boundary Crisis Deepens: Osun Monarch Begs FG, IGP For Rescue

The Obawure of Ifetuntun, Oba Taofeeq Osunmakinde, has appealed to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for urgent intervention in escalating boundary disputes in Ife South LGA, Osun State. He raised concerns over renewed violence, extortion, and threats against residents of the Ifetuntun community. Speaking in Akure, the monarch called for justice, saying his […] The post Boundary Crisis Deepens: Osun Monarch Begs FG, IGP For Rescue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies

Tribune Online Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies The Grassroots Center for Rights and Civic Orientation has condemned the latest wave of violence in Benue State, where suspected terrorists reportedly killed over 200 residents during a weekend attack on the Yelewata community. Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies Tribune Online

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4 d. ago I Lost Brother, Wife, Kids In Fresh Benue Attack – Yelwata Resident

A resident of Yelewata community in Guma local government area of Benue State, Mr. Desmond Adidi, has disclosed that his elder brother, Emmanuel, the wife and four children were among those killed in the night attack by gunmen in the area. Yelewata is along the Lafia-Makurdi expressway, a few kilometers from Kadarako in Obi local […]

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5 d. ago Ijaw Community Threatens To Disrupt Oil Firm’s Operations Over Neglect

The people of Gelegele community in Ovia North East local government area of Edo State have threatened to disrupt operations of an oil company over alleged neglect and marginalisation. They urged the government to address the gas flaring and lack of basic infrastructure in the community just as they gave a 14-day ultimatum to the […]

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5 d. ago Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents

Some yet to be identified gunmen invaded Mtsewnem, Akondutyough village in the North Bank axis of Makurdi, Benue State, leaving three residents dead, while others were severely injured. It was gathered that the horrible incident happened on the 12th of June, 2025, a day when the nation celebrate Democracy Day. READ MORE: Benue NASS Members Tackle […] The post Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Zamfara PDP Threatens Legal Action Against Gov. Matawalle Over Alleged Defamation

The Zamfara State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced its intention to sue the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, over alleged defamatory remarks made against Governor Dauda Lawal. In a statement released on Friday, June 13, 2025, by its spokesperson Halliru Andi, the PDP said it could no longer tolerate […] The post Zamfara PDP Threatens Legal Action Against Gov. Matawalle Over Alleged Defamation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Sokoto Police Arrest Woman Over Alleged Assault On Domestic Worker

The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested one Fauziya Rabo over an alleged physical assault on her domestic assistant, Bashariyya Usman. DSP Ahmad Rufai, the spokesperson for the Sokoto State Police Command, disclosed in a statement on Wednesday that an official petition prompted swift action, leading to the arrest of the suspect, who is now […] The post Sokoto Police Arrest Woman Over Alleged Assault On Domestic Worker appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Bandits impose restriction on Niger community, bar residents from market

•It’s not a new thing –Govt From John Adams, Minna The people of Kuduro community in Shiroro Local Government, Niger State, have sent save-our-souls (S0S) to Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago to come to their rescue over the imposition of restriction of movement by bandits. The community said the bandits have barred them from accessing the […] The post Bandits impose restriction on Niger community, bar residents from market appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago PDP threatens legal action over alleged planned demolition of chieftains’ houses in Edo

Tribune Online PDP threatens legal action over alleged planned demolition of chieftains’ houses in Edo “At present, there is no such conviction against Hon Onobun and Hon Aigbogun, only baseless, unsubstantiated allegations. PDP threatens legal action over alleged planned demolition of chieftains’ houses in Edo Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Sokoto police arrest woman over alleged assault on domestic help

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto The Sokoto State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of one Fauziya Rabo in connection with a disturbing case of physical assault on her domestic worker, Bashariyya Usman. The police public relations officer DSP Ahmad Rufai of the command said that they have received an official petition detailing the alleged abuse. […] The post Sokoto police arrest woman over alleged assault on domestic help appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Edo PDP condemns demolition threats against Onobun, Aigbogun

 …Says Okpebholo operating anti cultism law in breach From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned in strong terms, alleged unwarranted demolition threats against the member representing Esan West, Esan Central, and Igueben Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and Hon. Collins Aigbogun, Esan West Local […] The post Edo PDP condemns demolition threats against Onobun, Aigbogun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Police Inspector, 2 others arrested for electricity cable theft in Makurdi

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Three individuals, including a Police Inspector identified as Innocent Ishaku, were apprehended in Makurdi, Benue State, for allegedly vandalising electricity cables in the Demekpe area on Tuesday, June 10, at approximately 4:00 AM. The suspects were caught by community vigilantes, according to a local resident. Ishaku was detained on the spot, […] The post Police Inspector, 2 others arrested for electricity cable theft in Makurdi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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