2 h. ago Police Uncover Underground Den Of Kidnappers, Arrest 2 Suspects In Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command, on Thursday, disclosed that its men have uncovered a deep pit located inside a building in a forest suspected to be a den where kidnap victims were kept. The Police also confirmed the arrest of suspected kidnappers and recovered dangerous weapons from the suspects. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), […]

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2 h. ago IDPs protest hunger, starvation, accused govt officials of diverting relief materials

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Yelwata community who were displaced after the the Saturday attacks by suspected herdsmen, have embarked on protest over their living conditions at the camp. Permanent Secretary Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management and Executive Secretary, State Emergency Management Agency(SEMA), Sir James Iorpuu, had on Saturday […] The post IDPs protest hunger, starvation, accused govt officials of diverting relief materials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Kaduna Constitutes Committee On Mining Consent Regulatory Compliance

In a move to strengthen regulatory oversight and promote responsible mineral resource development, the Kaduna State Government has constituted a Standing Committee on Mining Consent Regulatory Compliance. The committee’s inaugural meeting brought together key stakeholders from relevant ministries, agencies, and institutions. The committee is mandated to coordinate and monitor compliance with consent procedures related to […]

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5 h. ago AMID RISING INSECURITY: Armed Forces Committed To Your Safety, Federal Gov’t Assures Nigerians

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has urged Nigerians not to see the Nigerian Armed Forces as a foreign entity but as a force for protection. He said it was time for Nigerians to reclaim ownership of the Armed Forces and see it as an integral part of our national family. The […]

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9 h. ago Yelwata killings: IDPs protest starvation, accuse government officials of diverting relief materials

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Yelwata community, displaced after Saturday’s attacks by suspected herdsmen, have protested over their living conditions at the camp. Recall that the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, and Executive Secretary, State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Sir James Iorpuu, had on Saturday, 14th June, […] The post Yelwata killings: IDPs protest starvation, accuse government officials of diverting relief materials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Netizens React As Prophet Fufeyin ‘Heals’ Policeman At Crusade

A police officer received instant ‘healing’ during a live service at Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry, led by popular televangelist Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, after suffering an unusual medical affliction that left his tongue unnaturally protruding from his mouth. The dramatic moment, which was captured in a video and has gone viral on social media, showed […]

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14 h. ago Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Osun State House of Assembly has urged the Accountant-General of the Federation and the Minister of Finance to immediately release all outstanding local government allocations through the lawful Local Government Accounts. The legislators condemned purported attempts by ‘unauthorised persons’ to approach the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for transactions relating […] The post Release Osun LG allocation to lawful account, Assembly urges AGF, finance minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Finance minister to attend Pearl Summit as Adedipe hints strategy shift

Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has been confirmed as the Special Guest of Honour read more Finance minister to attend Pearl Summit as Adedipe hints strategy shift

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18 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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18 h. ago $6bn Mambilla fraud: EFCC attempted to damage my name, Agunloye tells Court 

Tribune Online $6bn Mambilla fraud: EFCC attempted to damage my name, Agunloye tells Court  "It is a deliberate attempt by EFCC to push things around, misinform the public and paint me as one reckless minister who was involved in a $6billion contract $6bn Mambilla fraud: EFCC attempted to damage my name, Agunloye tells Court  Tribune Online

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18 h. 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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19 h. ago U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

Yusuf Tuggar, Chairman of the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council and Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has raised alarm over read more U.S. visa restrictions threaten regional prosperity, says Yusuf Tuggar

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19 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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20 h. ago Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam

By Okey Sampson, Umuahia The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has said the Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing (MLTF) section of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) will significantly complement police efforts in fighting insecurity in Nigeria. A statement from Bolaji O. Kazeem, Deputy Director (Information and Public Relations Unit) in the Ministry, said […] The post Money laundering/terrorism financing section of NPF to assist in fighting insecurity — Senator Gaidam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination

By John Ogunsemore Outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has hailed former Nigerian president, Dr Goodluck Jonathan for nominating and supporting him for the job. Adesina served as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development under Jonathan when he was tipped for the AfDB job in 2015. He won re-election for […] The post My boss for life – Akin Adesina hails Jonathan over AFDB job nomination appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago MOFI unveils initiative to cater for agricultural operations, agribusiness

…to be launched across geo-political zones The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI), has unveiled its flagship read more MOFI unveils initiative to cater for agricultural operations, agribusiness

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23 h. ago Referendum: Western Sahara Intensifies Calls For International Pressure On Morocco

The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), also known as Western Sahara, has ramped up calls on the global community to exert more pressure on the Kingdom of Morocco to adhere to the globally recognised agreement allowing the people of Western Sahara under Morocco’s occupation to determine their political future through a referendum. The minister of […]

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23 h. ago Osun East Senator Launches Revolving Loan Scheme To Empower 700 Entrepreneurs

Senator Francis Adenigba Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District of Osun State and chairman of the Senate Committee on Industry, has launched a Revolving Loan Empowerment Scheme aimed at supporting over 700 small business owners and entrepreneurs in his constituency. The initiative, in partnership with the Osun State Ministry of Cooperatives and Empowerment, seeks to […]

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24 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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25 h. ago Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina

Twelve armed bandits were neutralised on Wednesday during a joint security operation in Kurfi and Safana local government areas of Katsina State, the state government has confirmed. The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr Nasir Mu’azu, made this known in a statement shared with journalists in Katsina. According to the statement, the operation […] The post Security Forces Neutralise 12 Bandits, Recover Weapons In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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