29 m. ago Youth minister supports protests, says he’d join If time permitted

The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has expressed support for the ongoing protest by the Take It Back Movement, stating that he would have joined the demonstration himself if time permitted. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday after the 2025 Annual Management Conference of the National Youth Service Corps, the minister emphasised the Read More

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88 m. ago FG must stop pretending, Plateau killings are genocide – Dalung

Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for what he described as its complacency in tackling the persistent insecurity in Plateau State. Dalung expressed his concerns during the Arise TV Morning Show interview on Monday. His remarks followed the killing of over 50 people in Bokkos Local Read More

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5 h. ago Youth Minister Backs Peaceful Protests, Calls For Responsibility In Demonstrations

Based on the ongoing nationwide protests, the Federal Government has expressed its support for the right of citizens, especially young people, to peacefully demonstrate and voice their grievances. Acknowledging the importance of free expression in a democratic society, the government affirmed that protests are a crucial avenue for addressing concerns. However, the government issued a […] The post Youth Minister Backs Peaceful Protests, Calls For Responsibility In Demonstrations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Cybercrime Act: Police Teargas Peaceful Protesters In Abuja Amid Economic, Rights Outcry

Peaceful protests in Abuja turned chaotic on Monday as operatives of the Nigeria Police Force fired tear gas at demonstrators rallying against worsening economic conditions and alleged abuses of civil rights under the Cybercrime Act. The demonstration, organized by the Take-It-Back Movement and supported by several civil society groups, took place in the Maitama area. […] The post Cybercrime Act: Police Teargas Peaceful Protesters In Abuja Amid Economic, Rights Outcry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Buhari’s minister, Dalung blames government’s inaction for ongoing killings in Plateau

Solomon Dalung, a former minister of youth and sports development under Muhammadu Buhari’s presidency, has condemned the government’s inaction regarding read more Buhari’s minister, Dalung blames government’s inaction for ongoing killings in Plateau

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27 h. ago FCT Police Arrest Two Armed Robbers, Recover Stolen Vehicles After Gun Battle

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested two notorious armed robbers terrorising the nation’s capital. SP Josephine Adeh, the command’s spokesperson, said in a statement on Sunday that the arrest came in response to a distress call on March 27 about an “ongoing robbery” at Royal Court Estate, Jahi II. She stated that […] The post FCT Police Arrest Two Armed Robbers, Recover Stolen Vehicles After Gun Battle appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions

Kogi State Government has called on security agencies to hold Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan responsible for any negative outcome from her rally in Kogi Central. In a statement on Tuesday, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, blamed the lawmaker for holding her homecoming event despite ban by Governor Usman Ododo administration. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Enugu govt constitutes LOC for 2026 National Sports Festival

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has officially approved the composition of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the 23rd National Sports Festival, tagged “Enugu 2026”. Daniel Onwuegbulam, Director of Information, Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Enugu State disclosed this on Monday in a statement in Enugu. According to the statement, the Commissioner for […] The post Enugu govt constitutes LOC for 2026 National Sports Festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Edo travellers’ lynching senseless, tragic act – Kebbi lawmaker

A member of the House of Representatives representing Birnin Kebbi/Kalgo/Bunza Federal Constituency, Ibrahim Mohammed, has strongly condemned the killing of some travellers in Uromi, a community in Esan North-East Local Government Area of Edo State, Edo State, calling for swift justice against those responsible. In a statement on Saturday, Mohammed decried the incident as a Read More

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1 week ago Sowore Condemns Killing Of 16 Travellers In Edo, Demands Justice

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the gruesome mob killing of 16 northern travellers in Edo State, calling for the immediate prosecution of those responsible. The incident, which took place in Udune Efandion, Uromi, on Thursday, saw the travellers—mostly Hausa hunters—lynched after being falsely accused of being criminals. According to […]

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1 week ago YEIDEP: Keystone Bank Lauds Federal Gov’t, Minister For Empowering Nigerian Youths

Keystone Bank Limited has lauded the President Bola Tinubu-led administration for its undying support towards youth development in Nigeria. The bank expressed its appreciation at a solidarity dinner held in honour of Comrade Ayodele Olawande, the Minister for Youth Development, and Comrade Kennedy Iyere, the Coordinator-General of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Program (YEIDEP) […]

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1 week ago FG directs NBTE on seamless mobilisation of HND graduates for NYSC

Tribune Online FG directs NBTE on seamless mobilisation of HND graduates for NYSC     THE Federal Government has directed the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to expedite action on the collation of data for eligible Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates from Polytechnics for mobilisation for the mandatory one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, gave the directive to NBTE, following […] FG directs NBTE on seamless mobilisation of HND graduates for NYSC Tribune Online

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1 week ago Imo community protests as government reclaims old market land

There was tension in Owerri, the Imo State capital, on Wednesday as residents of Umuoyima Autonomous Community staged a peaceful protest against the state government’s takeover of the old Timber and Allied Market, popularly known as Ogbosisi, along Wetheral Road. The protesters, including elders, youths, and women, carried placards with inscriptions such as “Government, leave Read More

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1 week ago FG, OECD deepen ties to harmonise data systems, attract investors

Tribune Online FG, OECD deepen ties to harmonise data systems, attract investors The Federal Government has expressed commitment to deepening economic ties with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) with a view to harmonising data systems in order to support reforms, attract investment, and create opportunities for the country’s youth. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, disclosed this […] FG, OECD deepen ties to harmonise data systems, attract investors Tribune Online

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1 week ago Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte

Tribune Online Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte The Technical Committee of the National Youth Development Bank (NYDB) has presented to the Federal Government, a groundbreaking proposal aimed at tackling the funding and inclusion challenges faced by young Nigerians. The proposal seeks to empower the youth and enhance their opportunities for development and was presented to the Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele […] Youth empowerment: FG receives proposal from NYDB technical c’tte Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Canada Won’t Be Intimidated By Trump’s Trade Threats – Mark Carney

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has sounded the alarm, stating that President Donald Trump’s actions are pushing Canada into its most significant crisis. Carney claims Trump wants to “break” Canada, citing unjustified trade actions and threats to sovereignty. In response, Carney has called a snap federal election for April 28, seeking a strong mandate to […] The post Canada Won’t Be Intimidated By Trump’s Trade Threats – Mark Carney appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is all about 2027 elections —Dalung

Tribune Online Declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is all about 2027 elections —Dalung President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday, March 18, declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspended the governor, his deputy and the state House of Assembly for six months. In this interview with ISAAC SHOBAYO, the former Minister of Youth and Sport, Mr Solomon Dalung, who is also a legal practitioner, speaks on development and […] Declaration of emergency rule in Rivers is all about 2027 elections —Dalung Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tsunami that swept Jonathan out of office is building up against Tinubu – Former minister of Sports and Youth Development, Dalung

Former minister of Sports and Youth Development, Solomon Dalung, speaks with ISMAEEL UTHMAN on the ongoing defection to the Social Democratic Party and move by the North to stop President Bola Tinubu in 2027 Why did you join SDP? I was appointed a Director of Contact and Mobilisation by the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Read More

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2 w. ago Osun LG saga: Ignore politically sponsored group calling for resumption — NULGE tells workers

Tribune Online Osun LG saga: Ignore politically sponsored group calling for resumption — NULGE tells workers In his response, Ogungbangbe dismissed the group as illegal and alleged that they were being sponsored by political interests to sow discord among workers. Osun LG saga: Ignore politically sponsored group calling for resumption — NULGE tells workers Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Youth Minister blames insecurity on inordinate political ambition

Tribune Online Youth Minister blames insecurity on inordinate political ambition Olawande called for all hands to be on deck in addressing the problem on insecurity in the country, calling on youths to avoid actions capable of fueling crisis in the country. Youth Minister blames insecurity on inordinate political ambition Tribune Online

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