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Niger remains foremost agricultural state in Nigeria — Gov Bago
Niger Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, has reaffirmed that the state remains the foremost agricultural state in
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Nasarawa: Police deny herdsmen attack, church crusade disruption
The Nasarawa State Police Command has dismissed media reports alleging that armed herdsmen attacked Agboda Village in Mararaba Udege, disrupting a church crusade and forcing worshippers to flee. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, described the viral reports and accompanying video as “a gross misrepresentation of facts,” […] Nasarawa: Police deny herdsmen attack, church crusade disruption
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State police will lead to chaos, APC chieftain warns
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, Prince Matthew Onyebuchi Agu, has strongly opposed the proposed establishment of state police, warning that the move could plunge Nigeria into chaos and deepen political intimidation across the country. The post State police will lead to chaos, APC chieftain warns appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Anglican Church inaugurates Oyo South Diocese, installs bishop
The Church of Nigeria inaugurates the new Oyo South Diocese and installs The Right Reverend Dr Olufemi Familoni as its first bishop in Oyo State. Read More: https://punchng.com/anglican-church-inaugurates-oyo-south-diocese-installs-bishop/
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‘Like Nelson Mandela, he’s enduring Sokoto prison’ – Ejimakor on Nnamdi Kanu
Aloy Ejimakor, special counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has provided an update on how the Biafra agitator is faring in prison in Sokoto State. Ejimakor said that, much like Nelson Mandela endured Robben Island, Kanu is enduring imprisonment in Sokoto State. Posting on X after visiting Kanu, Ejimakor […] ‘Like Nelson Mandela, he’s enduring Sokoto prison’ – Ejimakor on Nnamdi Kanu
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Power Probe: Rep Committee summons Minister of Water Resources, others
The Committee chairman directed the committee secretariat to summon the Minister alongside the Managing Director, Upper Benue River Basin Development Authority; the Managing Director, Hadejia–Jama’are River Basin Development Authority
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Lagos: FCID intercepts 300 rounds of ammunition hidden in imported pickup truck
Operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department, FCID Annex in Alagbon, Lagos, have seized 300 rounds of 9mm ammunition concealed inside a Nissan Frontier pickup truck imported into the country. Assistant Inspector General, AIG Margaret Ochalla, who displayed the seized items on Wednesday, said the intercepted container also contained two Toyota Sienna vans, a SCION […] Lagos: FCID intercepts 300 rounds of ammunition hidden in imported pickup truck
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Jigawa targets 1.5 million children in polio immunisation
The November immunisation drive is scheduled to be conducted from 27 November to 3 December 2025 The post Jigawa targets 1.5 million children in polio immunisation appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Niger: APC national chairman optimistic about release of abducted St Mary’s students
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has expressed optimism that the abducted students and teachers of St Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School will soon be reunited with their families. Yilwatda made the statement while leading a delegation to visit the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Niger State […] Niger: APC national chairman optimistic about release of abducted St Mary’s students
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NPC calls for overhaul of population data systems to advance development
The National Population Commission (NPC) has urged a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s population data systems, warning that outdated demographic information is undermining the country’s
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Police stop planned Egungun festival in Lagos, arrest 12 organisers
Lagos Police has halted an unapproved Egungun festival, arrested 12 suspects behind threat notices and declared the event must not hold to protect public peace.
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Under Tinubu, terrorists have become an alternative govt – Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pointedly accused President Bola Tinubu, of allowing terrorists and bandits to become an alternative government. Atiku made the submission while reacting to the comments of Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, while featuring on Arise News TV on the freedom of the Kebbi [...]
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APC releases schedule for Kogi LG elections, assures free, fair process
The chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Kogi State, Abdullahi Bello, has unveiled the schedule of activities for the forthcoming local government elections, assuring aspirants and party members of a transparent and rancour-free process. The post APC releases schedule for Kogi LG elections, assures free, fair process appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Tinubu Appoints Non-Career Ambassadors For US, UK, France
President Bola Tinubu had on Wednesday forwarded the names of the three nominees to the Senate for confirmation. The post Tinubu Appoints Non-Career Ambassadors For US, UK, France appeared first on Channels Television.
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Ogume Grammar School Celebrates 50th Anniversary November 28
Ogume Grammar School, Ogume in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State, will be celebrating its 50th anniversary and launch of N500m education and infrastructure endowment fund on November… The post Ogume Grammar School Celebrates 50th Anniversary November 28 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Joy in Kebbi as Gov Idris hands over 24 rescued schoolgirls to families
Jubilation filled the Kebbi State Government House on Wednesday as hundreds of parents, relatives, friends, and well-wishers gathered to witness the emotional handover of the 24 schoolgirls rescued from abductors eight days after their kidnapping. The post Joy in Kebbi as Gov Idris hands over 24 rescued schoolgirls to families appeared first on Vanguard News.
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African Energy Leaders Converge At MMC 7.0
Indigenous energy companies have indicated their readiness to participate as key sponsors and speakers at forthcoming Mentor Match-up Challenge 7.0 (MMC 7.0). The event scheduled for Thursday and Friday, December… The post African Energy Leaders Converge At MMC 7.0 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Just in: Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency
He further stated that the agency has his directive to recruit more men to man the forests, warning that there will be no more hiding places for agents of evil. The post Just in: Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency appeared first on Vanguard News.
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I’m not leaving APC – Gov Alia
According to him, APC structures across the state had been strengthened under Alia’s guidance, with opposition blocs collapsing into the party on a daily basis. The post I’m not leaving APC – Gov Alia appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Stanley Ontop announces end of Anita Joseph, Mc Fish's Five years marriage: "She threw his load out"
Stanley Ontop claims that Anita Joseph and her husband, Mc Fish, are no longer together. The movie producer shared details of their alleged split, sparking debate.
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UPDATED: Tinubu appoints ambassadors, writes Senate for confirmation
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday forwarded three non-career ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation.
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Tinubu declares security emergency across Nigeria; orders army, police to recruit more personnel
"My fellow Nigerians, this is a national emergency, and we are responding by deploying more boots on the ground, especially in security-challenged areas." The post Tinubu declares security emergency across Nigeria; orders army, police to recruit more personnel appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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BREAKING: Tinubu declares security emergency across Nigeria; orders army, police to recruit more personnel
"My fellow Nigerians, this is a national emergency, and we are responding by deploying more boots on the ground, especially in security-challenged areas." The post BREAKING: Tinubu declares security emergency across Nigeria; orders army, police to recruit more personnel appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Viral video threatening Ogun communities, institutions AI-generated – Police
The Ogun State Police Command has stated that the viral video clips circulating on social media, in which an unidentified individual issued threats against certain communities and tertiary institutions in the state, are Artificial Intelligence, AI, generated. The police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, said in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Wednesday that the […] Viral video threatening Ogun communities, institutions AI-generated – Police
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Reps quiz EFCC for failing to investigate naira-for-crude policy
The House of Representatives on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the failure of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to launch an investigation into the implementation of the naira for...
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Group urges Wike to reactivate environmental courts, tribunals across FCT
The CRUX Environmental Rights, Advocacy and Development Foundation (CERADF) has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to urgently reactivate and strengthen dedicated Environmental Courts The post Group urges Wike to reactivate environmental courts, tribunals across FCT appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Ekiti government approves N9.8bn projects
The Executive Council of the Ekiti State Government, under the leadership of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has approved a total of N9.829 billion for a series of large-scale infrastructure and economic development projects during its 9th meeting held via Zoom on Tuesday. The first approval is N7.7 billion for the reconstruction of road networks surrounding the […] Ekiti government approves N9.8bn projects
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Barau urges states, citizens to back Tinubu’s push to defeat insecurity
Senate Deputy President, Jibrin Barau, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as decisive and sustained efforts toward curbing insecurity across the country, urging states, corporate bodies The post Barau urges states, citizens to back Tinubu’s push to defeat insecurity appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Lawyer Petitions Senate, Urges Probe of Ochanya Rape
A lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has forwarded a petition to the Senate, seeking an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 13-year-old girl, Ochanya Ogbaje. Ochanya, a student of the… The post Lawyer Petitions Senate, Urges Probe of Ochanya Rape appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Sylva writes EFCC, seeks date for appearance
A former Minister of State for Petroleum, Chief Timipre Sylva, has written to the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) asking the commission to give him a date for his The post Sylva writes EFCC, seeks date for appearance appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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Transition to CNG will reduce transport cost, improve welfare – Stakeholders
Stakeholders driving the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Nigeria have restated their commitment to ensuring a seamless national transition from petrol to cleaner gas alternatives. Speaking at the The post Transition to CNG will reduce transport cost, improve welfare – Stakeholders appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.
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VGN steps up security measures in Taraba ahead festive season
The Taraba State Command of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, VGN, has announced heightened security measures to curb rising criminal activities as the yuletide festive season approaches. Speaking at a press briefing in Jalingo on Wednesday, the State Operations Commandant of the VGN, Munir Bello Abubakar, said the directive followed instructions from the organisation’s National […] VGN steps up security measures in Taraba ahead festive season
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Lagos rolls out 20 new CNG buses, engages transport operators
Lagos State launches 20 new CNG buses to cut commuting costs by 30% and enhance transport safety. Learn about this clean energy initiative. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-rolls-out-20-new-cng-buses-engages-transport-operators/
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Breaking: Tinubu makes fresh push for state police, sends message to NASS
President Bola Tinubu has asked the National Assembly to do one thing while making a fresh push for the creation of state police as insecurity rises.
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Land Dispute: Edo Community Seeks Fres Probe Of Lawyer Giwa
The Illushi/Uroh community in Esan South-East local government area of Edo State has called for a renewed and comprehensive investigation into longstanding land disputes and complaints against an Abuja-based lawyer, Victor Giwa. The call was made during a press briefing addressed by Evangelist Chris Okeh, former President of the Illushi Progressive Association of Nigeria (IPAN), […]
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Guinea-Bissau’s president arrested amid ‘coup d’etat’
Guinea-Bissau’s President, Umaro Embalo, has confirmed that he was arrested on Wednesday while inside the presidential palace. The President was reportedly arrested alongside the Chief of Staff, General Biague Na Ntan; Deputy Chief of Staff, General Mamadou Traore; and Interior Minister, Botche Cande. Embalo said no force was used against him during what he described […] Guinea-Bissau’s president arrested amid ‘coup d’etat’
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