27 m. ago Soldiers kill scores of terrorists, recover weapons, IEDs, others

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Army said its fight against terrorism, banditry and other violent crime has yielded positive results with the killing of scores of terrorists and recovery of several arms, ammunitions, Improvised Explosive Devices(IED), among other dangerous weapons across the country. This is just as the army has promised to rid the […] The post Soldiers kill scores of terrorists, recover weapons, IEDs, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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73 m. ago SOGHIN urges FG to address increasing cases of viral hepatitis, liver cancer

Tribune Online SOGHIN urges FG to address increasing cases of viral hepatitis, liver cancer THE Society for Gastroenterology and Hepatology in Nigeria (SOGHIN) has urged the Federal Government of Nigeria to address the increasing prevalence of viral hepatitis and liver cancer in the country, along with the associated impacts on the health and socioeconomic well-being of Nigerians. They stated that, due to the unavailability of liver transplantation services in […] SOGHIN urges FG to address increasing cases of viral hepatitis, liver cancer Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Property Dispute: Developer Denies Receiving EFCC’s Letter Over N102m Draft

The Chief Executive Officer of Oak Homes Limited, a property firm, Olukayode Olusanya, has denied ever receiving a letter from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), dated September 13, 2023, inviting him to collect a bank draft of N102m from the commission. Olusanya, while being cross-examined by the EFCC counsel, Mr. E.S. Okondu, before […]

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5 h. ago FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos

Tribune Online FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Deutsche Bank acted as Global Coordinator, Initial Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner, and participated in the syndicate alongside other regional and international lenders. FG seals landmark $747m syndicated loan for Phase 1 Section 1 of Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Greece halts asylum applications from North African migrants

Tribune Online Greece halts asylum applications from North African migrants "Sending a message of determination... to all traffickers and all their potential customers that the money they spend may be completely wasted Greece halts asylum applications from North African migrants Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes

The Nigerian Senate has directed its joint committees to investigate Ponzi scheme operations across all geopolitical zones following rising concerns over financial scams like the collapsed Crypto Bullion Exchange (CBEX). This decision followed a motion moved by Senators Adetokunbo Abiru (APC, Lagos East) and Osita Izunaso (APC, Imo West), who cited the devastating financial losses […] The post Senate Launches Nationwide Probe To Protect Nigerians From Ponzi Schemes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Three Women Rescued As NAPTIP Cracks Down On Human Traffickers In Katsina

Operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have arrested three alleged human traffickers and rescued three young women in Katsina State. The victims, aged between 21 and 26, were said to have been trafficked from Benue and Rivers States and forced into sex work under inhumane conditions. According to […] The post Three Women Rescued As NAPTIP Cracks Down On Human Traffickers In Katsina appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Nigerians say government failing on security, floods, and food access — June poll

A growing number of Nigerians no longer believe their government can protect them from violence, hunger, or provide them succour read more Nigerians say government failing on security, floods, and food access — June poll

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6 h. ago Abuja lawyer banned from legal practice for 5 years over N29 million fraud

Everestus Ugwuowo, an Abuja-based lawyer, has been banned from practising law in Nigeria for five years by the Legal Practitioners read more Abuja lawyer banned from legal practice for 5 years over N29 million fraud

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7 h. ago Revised US Visa Policy On Nigerian Travellers Uncalled For, Says Federal Gov’t

The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed concerns over the decision of the United States Government to slam a revised visa policy on Nigerians, stressing that the decision was not in consonance with the principles of reciprocity. It noted that the US revised visa policy was at variance with principles of reciprocity, equity, and mutual […]

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7 h. ago “In My Next Life, I’ll Be A Vulcaniser” — Davido Fires Back At Trolls Over Private Jet Privilege

Afrobeats sensation Davido has fired back at critics who continue to taunt him over his billionaire background and his access to luxury, including private jets. The singer, who is the son of Nigerian business magnate Adedeji Adeleke, responded after being trolled online for constantly showcasing his father’s private jets. Unbothered by the criticism, Davido said […] The post “In My Next Life, I’ll Be A Vulcaniser” — Davido Fires Back At Trolls Over Private Jet Privilege appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

The World Bank has again ranked Nigeria among the Lower-Middle Income Economies (LMIEs), placing Africa’s top oil producer behind conflict-ridden read more World Bank places Nigeria behind Libya, Gabon in income rankings

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8 h. ago Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court

Tribune Online Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court The Nigerian Police has preferred a 26-count charge against a Nigerian lawyer, Abu Arome, and three Ghanaians... Alleged forgery: Police drag Nigerian lawyer, firm, three Ghanaians to Court Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Canada increases minimum proof of funds to N17m for immigrants

Tribune Online Canada increases minimum proof of funds to N17m for immigrants Canada has raised the minimum financial requirement for immigrants under its Express Entry system, with single applicants now needing to show proof of at least CAD $15,263, or roughly N17 million, to qualify... Canada increases minimum proof of funds to N17m for immigrants Tribune Online

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9 h. ago 30 Bandits, 5 Security Operatives, Civilian Killed During Counter

  At least, 30 armed bandits and six security operatives were killed in a fierce counter-offensive by joint security forces, following coordinated attacks on three villages in Faskari local government area of Katsina State. The state Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs confirmed in a statement, that the attackers struck Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon […]

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9 h. ago 30 Bandits, 5 Security Operatives, 1 Civilian Killed During Counter

At least, 30 armed bandits and six security operatives were killed in a fierce counter-offensive by joint security forces, following coordinated attacks on three villages in Faskari local government area of Katsina State. The state Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs confirmed in a statement, that the attackers struck Kadisau, Raudama, and Sabon Layi […]

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9 h. ago AFIT Tops JAMB Admission Guidelines Compliance List For 2024/2025

  The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Kaduna, has secured first position among Nigerian universities for its highest level of compliance with the JAMB admission guidelines for the 2024/2025 admission exercise. The recognition validates the institution’s commitment for merit-based and standard driven admissions process. A statement by the NAF Spokesman, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame, […]

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10 h. ago Terrorists kill 2 soldiers, 3 mobile police officers in Katsina attacks

From Agaju Madugba, Katsina The Katsina State government has confirmed the killing of two soldiers and three Mobile Police officers by bandits during a confrontation with the hoodlums in Faskari Local Government Area on Tuesday, July 8. A statement on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr. Nasir Mua’zu, said that […] The post Terrorists kill 2 soldiers, 3 mobile police officers in Katsina attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago UAE slams tougher visa conditions on Nigerians, bans transit visa applications

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has imposed stringent new entry restrictions on Nigerian travellers, tightening access to one of the read more UAE slams tougher visa conditions on Nigerians, bans transit visa applications

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11 h. ago Wema Bank to empower women with N2m grant at SheCan Conference

Wema Bank is advancing women’s empowerment, partnering with the SheCan Conference for the fifth consecutive year, where it will award read more Wema Bank to empower women with N2m grant at SheCan Conference

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