58 h. ago FUTA alumni demand justice for graduate denied NYSC mobilisation

Tribune Online FUTA alumni demand justice for graduate denied NYSC mobilisation The Council of Past FUTA Students' Union Leaders has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to... FUTA alumni demand justice for graduate denied NYSC mobilisation Tribune Online

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63 h. ago Federal Gov’t Strengthens Counterterrorism Framework With Revised National Strategy

The federal government of Nigeria has strengthened its counterterrorism framework with the Revised National Strategy. The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), in a significant step towards enhancing national and regional security, convened a high-level workshop on Tuesday to review and validate the revised national counterterrorism strategy (NACTEST). The NACTEST was first developed in 2015 and […]

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68 h. ago Manufacturers seek access to cheaper raw materials at regional trade exhibition

Paint manufacturers in Nigeria are intensifying efforts to secure more affordable raw materials by pursuing regional partnerships and alternative sourcing strategies. This renewed drive comes as stakeholders in the coatings industry converge at the West Africa Coatings Show, which opens today in Lagos. Organised by dmg events in collaboration with the Paint Manufacturers Association of […] The post Manufacturers seek access to cheaper raw materials at regional trade exhibition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Yoruba Youth Council demands Tinubu’s adoption of regional security network

…calls for peace, unity between Ooni, Alaafin The Yoruba Council of Youths Worldwide (YCYW) has called on President Bola Tinubu read more Yoruba Youth Council demands Tinubu’s adoption of regional security network

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7 d. ago APC stakeholders write Imo Assembly, demand resignation of LG chair

Tribune Online APC stakeholders write Imo Assembly, demand resignation of LG chair The All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Obiangwu/Ezemba Ward, along with concerned indigenes of the Obiangwu Autonomous Community in Ngor Okpala LGA, Imo State, has called for the resignation of the Executive Chairman of Ngor Okpala, Hon. Chika Ibekwe. They are also demanding the resignation of the council leader and the councilor of Obiangwu Ward, […] APC stakeholders write Imo Assembly, demand resignation of LG chair Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Federal Gov’t Dismisses Viral Video, Confirms Nigerians In Iran Safe

The federal government has dismissed a viral video circulating on social media about the safety of Nigerians in Iran, affirming that citizens residing in the Middle Eastern country remain unharmed and secure, despite the ongoing regional conflict. In an official statement released on Friday, the Nigerian in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and the Nigerian Embassy in […]

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9 d. ago Plateau killings: Northern Elders Forum demands urgent action on region’s security 

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), has condemned in the strongest terms the brutal massacre of innocent Nigerian travellers in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, calling the atrocity a chilling reflection of the country’s deepening security crisis and failure of leadership. In a statement issued on Tuesday by NEF’s spokesperson, […] The post Plateau killings: Northern Elders Forum demands urgent action on region’s security  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NDDC unveils plan for agric revolution, food security in oil region

The much-expected agric revolution in the oil region may be on the corner as the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) read more NDDC unveils plan for agric revolution, food security in oil region

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1 week ago WEEK BRIEF: Tinubu visits Benue, Atiku’s coalition takes shape, 2027 power games, other top news

Tribune Online WEEK BRIEF: Tinubu visits Benue, Atiku’s coalition takes shape, 2027 power games, other top news The past week in Nigeria unfolded with a mix of high-stakes diplomacy, early political manoeuvring for 2027, deepening regional security challenges, WEEK BRIEF: Tinubu visits Benue, Atiku’s coalition takes shape, 2027 power games, other top news Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Buni Visits Chad, Calls For Coordinated Security Efforts To Protect Region

Yobe State governor and chairman of the Lake Chad Governors’ Forum, Hon. Mai Mala  Buni, chaired his first meeting with the Lake Chad Basin Commission at its headquarters in Ndjamena, Chad, as the forum’s chairman. Speaking during a meeting, he said, “The inaugural engagement between the Lake Chad Basin Governor’s Forum and Lake Chad Basin […]

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2 w. ago Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio

Tribune Online Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio The Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has called for transparency, factual evidence, and responsible public engagement over serious allegations involving Senator Godswill Akpabio. Northern youths demand evidence over allegations against Akpabio Tribune Online

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2 w. ago ECOWAS partners Germany, Spain, and EU on £110m projects to improve peace, development in region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in partnership with Germany, Spain, and the European Union, has launched four projects worth £110 million to drive peace and development in the West African region. The joint projects cover four areas, which include Peace, Security and Governance (EPSG), implementation of the AfCFTA/Trade […] The post ECOWAS partners Germany, Spain, and EU on £110m projects to improve peace, development in region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Federal Gov’t Threatens Tougher Sanctions On Illegal Bunkering

The federal government has declared that it adopt tougher sanctions against those involved in illegal bunkering activities in the Niger Delta region. Director of Energy Security in the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), Hon. Ojukaye Flag-Amachree, made the vow while speaking at a stakeholders’ engagement organised by a pipeline surveillance firm, Pipeline Infrastructure […]

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3 w. ago ECOWAS ambassadors hold security talks in Abuja as regional instability deepens

Ambassadors from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) gathered in Abuja on Thursday for urgent security talks, as read more ECOWAS ambassadors hold security talks in Abuja as regional instability deepens

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3 w. ago Democracy At 26: APC Chieftain Advocates Accountability From Elected Officials

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Hycienth Ngwu, has called on  Nigerians to demand accountability from governors and council chairmen. Ngwu, who is the former South-East publicity secretary of the APC, disclosed this to newsmen in Enugu yesterday while reacting to 26 years of uninterrupted democracy and how Nigerians had fared so […]

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3 w. ago Regional maritime development bank secures $150m financing upgrade for Nigerian shipyard

Tribune Online Regional maritime development bank secures $150m financing upgrade for Nigerian shipyard He further stressed that the $150 million shipyard expansion is not just a standalone infrastructure project but a strategic enabler. Regional maritime development bank secures $150m financing upgrade for Nigerian shipyard Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Youth Group Condemns Afenifere Faction’s Call For Tinubu’s Impeachment

The Yoruba Youth Socio-cultural Association (YYSA) has condemned an Afenifere faction’s call for President Bola Tinubu’s resignation and impeachment. The association’s national president, Olalekan Hammed, said yesterday that the fact that President Tinubu was referring to the chairman, Chagoury Group, Mr. Gilbert Chagoury as a partner did amount to violating terms of contract or breach […]

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