4 h. ago Edo Government Blasts PDP Over Comments On PRESCO Land Revocation

The Edo State Government has criticised the state chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing its recent comments on the PRESCO land revocation controversy as “ridiculous” and “comic relief.” The state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Prince Kassim Afegbua, issued the reaction in a strongly worded statement on Thursday. The Edo State Government’s reaction […]

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8 h. ago Venezuela Bans Airlines Accused Of ‘Terrorism’ After US Warning

Venezuela’s civil aviation authority announced on Wednesday that it has banned multiple international airlines it accused of “terrorism” after they suspended routes, citing the US Government’s warnings about military activity in the region. The affected carriers include Spain’s Iberia, Portugal’s TAP, Colombia’s Avianca, Chile and Brazil’s LATAM, Brazil’s GOL, and Turkish Airlines. According to the […]

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10 h. ago ‘Free Release Of Kwara Worshippers Shows Government Is In Touch With Terrorists’, Says Activist Gwamnishu

Human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, has alleged that the free and quiet release of 38 abducted worshippers of Christ Apostolic Church, Eruku in Kwara State showed that government officials were “in touch” with terrorist groups operating across communities. Gwamnishu stated this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television, insisting that the circumstances surrounding the […]

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12 h. ago Abduction crisis: Tinubu declares emergency as NASS rejects bandit negotiations

Amid Nigeria’s abduction crisis, President Tinubu declares a security emergency. NASS rejects negotiating with bandits, pushing for stronger action. Read More: https://punchng.com/abduction-crisis-tinubu-declares-emergency-as-nass-rejects-bandit-negotiations/

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12 h. ago Tinubu declares national security emergency as lawmakers reject bandit negotiations

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday declared a nationwide security emergency, ordering an unprecedented surge in military and police recruitment as read more Tinubu declares national security emergency as lawmakers reject bandit negotiations

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13 h. ago Ibadan circular road: 150 metres will not be exceeded in already developed areas —Makinde

OYO State governor, Mr Seyi Makinde, has reassured house owners along the Circular Road corridor of his administration’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and due compensation in ongoing construction activities within the zone. The governor gave the assurance on Wednesday while addressing affected house owners and leaders of community associations, including demolition victims within the designated […]

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17 h. ago DAME 2025: LEADERSHIP Shines In Best Newspaper Design, Commentary Categories

LEADERSHIP Newspaper has achieved another milestone in excellence, emerging as 1st runner-up in the Best Newspaper Design Category at the 34th edition of the Diamond Awards for Media Excellence (DAME). At the 2025 edition of DAME, which took place in Lagos, LEADERSHIP emerged among the top three national dailies recognised for outstanding visual presentation and […]

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17 h. ago Oyo flags off MNCH week, targets over 500,000 children with comprehensive health services

THE Oyo State Government has launched the second round of its Maternal and Newborn Child Week (MNCW) for 2025, unveiling a wide-ranging package of essential health services designed to protect children and strengthen primary healthcare delivery across the state. Speaking at the flag-off in Ibadan, Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Primary Health Care Board […]

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23 h. ago Nigeria moves to stop $4bn export losses, signs agric deal with NASRDA

The Federal Government, on Wednesday, unveiled a national agricultural traceability and environmental monitoring framework designed to shield Nigeria from losing read more Nigeria moves to stop $4bn export losses, signs agric deal with NASRDA

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27 h. ago Terrorists, Other Criminals Once Found On Army, Police Recruitment Lists — Lawmaker

A former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ahmed Idris Wase, has revealed that names of Boko Haram terrorist members and other criminal elements were once found on the Nigerian Army and Police recruitment lists. The lawmaker representing Wase federal constituency of Plateau State and leader of the North-Central Caucus in the House, […]

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30 h. ago VIDEO: FG’s Failure To Designate Bandits As Terrorists A Major Challenge — APC Chieftain

The APC chieftain asked the Federal Government to make amendments to the constitution and return the country to a regional system of administration.  The post VIDEO: FG’s Failure To Designate Bandits As Terrorists A Major Challenge — APC Chieftain appeared first on Channels Television.

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31 h. ago Alleged Bandit Negotiator Mamu Challenges AGF For Labelling Him ‘Terrorist’ During Trial

Alleged terrorist negotiator, Tukur Mamu, has filed a fundamental rights suit against the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), arguing that the government acted unlawfully by designating him a terrorist amidst his trial. Mamu’s lawyer, Johnson Usman (SAN), told Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court, Abuja, that the AGF’s action violates Section 36(5) of […]

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36 h. ago Nigeria is fighting for its survival, US must not stand aside

THE United States’ designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern has reignited conversation across diplomatic, security, and human rights circles. The CPC mechanism under the International Religious Freedom Act is vital, but its application must be precise. In Nigeria’s case, the designation misidentifies the problem and risks damaging a crucial partnership at a […]

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36 h. ago Insecurity: Governor Sule Praises Tinubu’s Handling Of US Security Concerns

Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his “calm and mature” response to US President Donald Trump’s remarks regarding insecurity in Nigeria. Recall that Trump recently designated Nigeria as a ‘Country of Particular Concern’ (CPC) and criticised the Nigerian government, citing widespread reports of genocide against Christians. Speaking on Arise TV’s […]

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37 h. ago HID Awolowo Dialogue: Stakeholders call for domestication of National Gender Policy

Want gender equality, women’s participation in politics to be addressed • HID Awolowo, a formidable leader in her own right – Senator Danjuma • Dialogue designed for next generation of women leaders —Tokunbo Awolowo Dosunmu • Ogun Deputy Governor calls for stronger institutional support • Dabiri-Erewa predicts difficult road to 2027 general elections Women of […]

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41 h. ago Tesla’s push into semiconductor manufacturing poses new challenge for Nigerian tech talent

Elon Musk’s latest strategic shift, pushing Tesla to operate as a full-fledged semiconductor company, is reshaping global competition in ways that carry far-reaching consequences for Nigeria’s technology ecosystem. As Tesla accelerates efforts to design its own artificial intelligence chips annually and expands a $16.5 billion manufacturing alliance with Samsung in Texas, the move marks a […]

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46 h. ago Falola urges African Universities to think ahead of history, build indigenous, technology

Global historian and distinguished scholar, Professor Toyin Falola, has issued a compelling call to African universities to reimagine their futures by thinking “ahead of history,” insisting that institutions must consciously design their destinies rather than be passive recipients of global change.  He delivered this message on Tuesday at Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State, during the […]

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48 h. ago Tinubu Orders Total Security Cordon on Kwara, Kebbi, Niger Forests, Airforce To Expand Air Surveillance

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive security cordon on forests in Kwara State following recent incidents of kidnappings and terrorist activities. The directive was disclosed on Tuesday in a statement posted on X by the Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication to the President, Sunday Dare. According to Dare, the President instructed the […] The post Tinubu Orders Total Security Cordon on Kwara, Kebbi, Niger Forests, Airforce To Expand Air Surveillance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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54 h. ago ‘Events Of Past Week Reveal Troubling Escalation In Violence’, Says Speaker Abbas

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has declared that the events of the past week revealed a deeply troubling escalation in violence across several states. The Speaker said the various attacks are not only coordinated but designed to destabilise the country, aiming to create the impression that violent groups can act […]

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56 h. ago Tinubu’s Public Statements On Insecurity ‘Fueling Terrorist Attacks’, Says Ex

Former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Barr. Solomon Dalung, has slammed the federal government over its handling of national security, alleging that President Bola Tinubu’s public statements on security matters were emboldening terrorists and worsening the nation’s current wave of attacks. Speaking on Trust TV on Tuesday, Dalung accused Tinubu of revealing the operational […]

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