2 h. ago Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m

Tribune Online Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Justice Daniel Osiagor of the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Thursday ordered the remand of two self-proclaimed Islamic clerics, Saheed Atanda Aremu and Tolani Osuolale, at the Nigerian Correctional Centre over their alleged involvement in a ₦280 million fraud scheme targeting a medical doctor. Clerics arraigned for allegedly defrauding medical doctor of N280m Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Police arrest 54 suspects, recover 50 arms in six weeks

Tribune Online Akwa Ibom: Police arrest 54 suspects, recover 50 arms in six weeks ...it arrested one Alexander Ben Peter, who allegedly murdering own 71-year-old mother, Mrs Atiny Ben Peter, with a machete. Akwa Ibom: Police arrest 54 suspects, recover 50 arms in six weeks Tribune Online

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3 h. ago FCCPC seals TLS visa centre Abuja over alleged extortion, obstruction of investigation

The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has sealed off the TLScontact visa application centre in Abuja over allegations read more FCCPC seals TLS visa centre Abuja over alleged extortion, obstruction of investigation

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3 h. ago Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self

Nigerian socialite Cubana Chief Priest has spoken out against the ongoing brutal killings in Benue State, urging President Bola Tinubu to take immediate action. In a post shared on Instagram on Wednesday, the nightlife promoter — who met with the President last month — called for a nationwide ban on open grazing, stressing the devastating […] The post Cubana Chief Priest Demands Immediate End To Open Grazing, Calls For Self-Defense In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 h. ago NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous allegations by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking on Wednesday in Bayelsa State during the inauguration of some projects executed by the commission, the Chairman of the Governing Board […] The post NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago PICTORIAL: EFCC Arrests 7 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Abuja

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested seven suspected internet fraudsters during a sting operation carried out in the Life Camp and Kubwa areas of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja. The arrest, which took place on Thursday, June 19, followed actionable intelligence linking the suspects to a series of alleged […]

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4 h. ago Oba of Benin lauds Buhari, Tinubu for resisting attempt to re

Tribune Online Oba of Benin lauds Buhari, Tinubu for resisting attempt to re-loot Benin artefacts The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Oba Ewuare II, has commended former President Muhammadu Buhari and his successor, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for resisting alleged subterranean attempts by the previous administration in Edo State to re-loot the Benin artefacts through the construction of a private museum in Benin. Oba of Benin lauds Buhari, Tinubu for resisting attempt to re-loot Benin artefacts Tribune Online

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5 h. ago Expelled NIPSS Course Participant Threatens Lawsuit, Demands ₦1bn, Reinstatement

Abuja-based public relations practitioner and founder of PRNigeria, Yushau Shuaib, has issued a formal pre-action notice to the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), demanding his immediate reinstatement into the Senior Executive Course (SEC 47) and compensation of ₦1billion for alleged reputational damage, emotional trauma, and financial losses resulting from what he described […]

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6 h. ago Yushau Shuaib demands N1bn from NIPSS over alleged ejection from Course 47

Tribune Online Yushau Shuaib demands N1bn from NIPSS over alleged ejection from Course 47 The founder of PRNigeria, Malam Yushau Shuaib, has demanded his immediate reinstatement into the Senior Executive Course (SEC 47) by the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS). Yushau Shuaib demands N1bn from NIPSS over alleged ejection from Course 47 Tribune Online

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7 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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8 h. ago Alleged defamation: Senator Natasha arraigned, granted N50m bail

Tribune Online Alleged defamation: Senator Natasha arraigned, granted N50m bail The Federal Government on Thursday arraigned the suspended senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, before the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) for allegedly defaming Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State. Alleged defamation: Senator Natasha arraigned, granted N50m bail Tribune Online

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8 h. ago FG closes case against Nnamdi Kanu in terrorism, treason trial

Tribune Online FG closes case against Nnamdi Kanu in terrorism, treason trial The Federal Government on Thursday closed its case in the alleged treason and terrorism charges preferred against the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. FG closes case against Nnamdi Kanu in terrorism, treason trial Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Natasha Akpoti arraigned for alleged defamation against Akpabio, Bello

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, has arrived at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, read more Natasha Akpoti arraigned for alleged defamation against Akpabio, Bello

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9 h. ago Federal Gov’t Arraigns Kogi Central Senator Natasha Over Alleged Defamation

The Federal Government, on Thursday, arraigned suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja on charges of alleged criminal defamation. The lawmaker appeared before Justice Chizoba Orji on a three-count charge bordering on alleged defamation of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. […]

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9 h. ago Yelwata Massacre: Benue Professionals Demand End To Killings, Urge Tinubu To Act

Following the recent wave of deadly attacks, including the horrific massacre in Yelwata community, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, a coalition of 37 concerned citizens, operating under the umbrella of Benue Development Professionals (BDP), has urgently appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene. The coalition appealed to all well-meaning Nigerians, the African Union […]

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10 h. ago Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case

The suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, arrived at the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, in Abuja on Thursday for her arraignment over alleged defamation. According to reports, Akpoti-Uduaghan got to the courtroom at about 10:30 am ahead of the session scheduled to begin at 11:00 am, awaiting the entrance of […] The post Senator Natasha present in court for arraignment in defamation case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Sen. Imasuen Breaks Silence On Alleged US Disbarment, Denies Misconduct

The senator representing Edo South Senatorial District, Neda Imasuen, has denied widespread online allegations claiming he was disbarred from practising law in the United States over a $150 million client fraud. In a recent interview with Arise TV, monitored in Benin, the Edo Senator dismissed the claims as “completely false,” clarifying that his disbarment in […]

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12 h. ago LG crisis: Osun govt, NULGE, OSSIEC oppose ‘plans’ to release allocation to APC chairmen

APC urges govt to respect court ruling From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC), and the Osun State Government have strongly opposed alleged plans by reinstated All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen and councillors to claim local government allocations. The Commissioner for Local Government […] The post LG crisis: Osun govt, NULGE, OSSIEC oppose ‘plans’ to release allocation to APC chairmen appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Senate Gives NNPCL One Week To Account For Missing ₦210trn In Audited Reports

The Senate on Wednesday issued a one-week ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to provide a detailed explanation for alleged discrepancies amounting to over ₦210 trillion in its audited financial statements covering the years 2017 to 2023. The Senate Committee on Public Accounts issued the directive following a grilling session during which […]

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12 h. ago EFCC Arrests Former Plateau Speaker For Alleged Money Laundering

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former speaker of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Mr. Moses Thomas Sule and 14 other members for alleged money laundering. The former legislators were arrested following claims by some concerned state citizens against them for allegedly violating the Money Laundering( Prevention and Prohibition) Act,  […]

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