Police Arrest 8 Suspects Advocating for "Democratic of the Yoruba" in Ogun State Trump Spits Fire, as FG Confirms US Air Strike on Islamic State Terrorists in Sokoto Police Arrest 5 Teenagers Over N1.7m Fake Kidnapping Scheme in Lagos PSC Approves Promotion of 1 DIG, 7 AIGs, 13 CPs, 854 Other Police Officers Edo-Based Internet Fraudster Arrested for Corporate Email Hacking in NPF-FBI Operation NDLEA Secures Court Order Extending Detention of Ship, Crew Involved in Cocaine Smuggling from Brazil Police Arrest 8 Suspects Advocating for "Democratic of the Yoruba" in Ogun State Trump Spits Fire, as FG Confirms US Air Strike on Islamic State Terrorists in Sokoto Police Arrest 5 Teenagers Over N1.7m Fake Kidnapping Scheme in Lagos PSC Approves Promotion of 1 DIG, 7 AIGs, 13 CPs, 854 Other Police Officers Edo-Based Internet Fraudster Arrested for Corporate Email Hacking in NPF-FBI Operation NDLEA Secures Court Order Extending Detention of Ship, Crew Involved in Cocaine Smuggling from Brazil

Trump Spits Fire, as FG Confirms US Air Strike on Islamic State Terrorists in Sokoto

In a separate post on X, the US Africa Command said it conducted the air strike in Sokoto State at the request of Nigerian authorities, adding that multiple ISIS terrorists were killed in the attack.

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Police Arrest 8 Suspects Advocating for "Democratic of the Yoruba" in Ogun State

Police Arrest 8 Suspects Advocating for "Democratic of the Yoruba" in Ogun State

The Ogun State PPRO said exhibits recovered from the suspects include a Toyota Dyna vehicle used to convey the suspects, two broadcast speakers, a carton containing flags, shirts bearing inscriptions of their agitation, and banners displaying their messages and manifesto.

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Police Arrest 5 Teenagers Over N1.7m Fake Kidnapping Scheme in Lagos

Police Arrest 5 Teenagers Over N1.7m Fake Kidnapping Scheme in Lagos

Police Public Relations Officer, Superintendent ABIMBOLA ADEBISI said an investigation by detectives of the Ago Palace Division revealed that the supposed victim, identified as VICTOR ALIGWO, connived with four of his friends to create the video, using the room of one UMEH VICTOR.

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PSC Approves Promotion of 1 DIG, 7 AIGs, 13 CPs, 854 Other Police Officers

PSC Approves Promotion of 1 DIG, 7 AIGs, 13 CPs, 854 Other Police Officers

Confirming the development in a statement, the PSC’s Head of Protocol and Public Affairs, TORTY NJOKU KALU, said the other promoted officers include fifty-one Chief Superintendents of Police, who were elevated to the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police.

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Edo-Based Internet Fraudster Arrested for Corporate Email Hacking in NPF-FBI Operation

Edo-Based Internet Fraudster Arrested for Corporate Email Hacking in NPF-FBI Operation

The Force Public Relations Officer, BENJAMIN HUNDEYIN, confirmed the development in a statement, identifying the suspect as OKITIPI SAMUEL, who is also known as “RaccoonO365” and “MOSES FELIX”.

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NDLEA Secures Court Order Extending Detention of Ship, Crew Involved in Cocaine Smuggling from Brazil

NDLEA Secures Court Order Extending Detention of Ship, Crew Involved in Cocaine Smuggling from Brazil

This comes eleven days after NDLEA impounded the ‘MV San Anthonio’ at the Apapa seaport in Lagos for smuggling of twenty-five-point-five kilograms of cocaine from Brazil. NDLEA had earlier on November 16 also impounded ‘MV Nord Bosporus’ – at the same Apapa seaport in Lagos for cocaine smuggling.

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Culture, Elegance and Style Elevated as NBA Eti-Osa Branch Marks Yearly Dinner 2025

Culture, Elegance and Style Elevated as NBA Eti-Osa Branch Marks Yearly Dinner 2025

In a presentation titled: "The Bar in Tradition’s Embrace", DAPO AKINOSUN, SAN, noted that amidst the “whirlwind of modernity”, the theme offered an opportunity to look backward in order to look forward.

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Super Eagles Camp Bubbles, Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa Playoffs

Super Eagles Camp Bubbles, Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup Africa Playoffs

Reports indicate that ten players were already on ground in the Super Eagles camp at the Rive Hotel in Rabat as of Sunday afternoon, including CALVIN BASSEY, ALEX IWOBI, SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE, TOLU AROKODARE and OLAKUNLE OLUSEGUN.

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Gov Abiodun Splashes N50m on Super Falcons Ahead of 2026 WAFCON Qualifier Against Benin Amazons

Gov Abiodun Splashes N50m on Super Falcons Ahead of 2026 WAFCON Qualifier Against Benin Amazons

Governor Dapo Abiodun noted that the return of the Super Falcons to the MKO Abiola International Stadium in Abeokuta was validation that his administration was doing something right in Ogun State.

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Nigeria's Victor Osimhen Tops 2025 CAF Player of the Year Award Nominees

Nigeria's Victor Osimhen Tops 2025 CAF Player of the Year Award Nominees

OSIMHEN is running against the likes of Egypt and Liverpool star forward MOHAMED SALAH, as well as Moroccan and Paris Saint-Germain defender ACHRAF HAKIMI.

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Canceled Overseas March: Spanish League Missed Big Opportunity - La Liga President

Canceled Overseas March: Spanish League Missed Big Opportunity - La Liga President

Spanish football federation approved plans in August to move Villarreal versus Barcelona fixture to Miami, USA, on December 20, which was reversed on Tuesday.

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2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Super Falcons Camp Swells, as Injury Knocks Out Echegini

2026 Women’s AFCON Race: Super Falcons Camp Swells, as Injury Knocks Out Echegini

Reports from the Falcons’ camp in Lome, Togo, indicate that the team’s Head Coach JUSTINE MADUGU remains upbeat about Nigeria’s chances against Bénin Republic when they meet on Friday.

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FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025: Flamingos Battle-Ready for France

FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup Morocco 2025: Flamingos Battle-Ready for France

By 8pm today, Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the Football Academy Mohammed VI (Pitch 1), in Rabat, the Flamingos will not just be playing France, they will be playing for belief, redemption, and survival.

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Experts Caution African Leaders Against Constitutional and Political Manipulations Encouraging Military Coups

Experts Caution African Leaders Against Constitutional and Political Manipulations Encouraging Military Coups

On the intervention of President BOLA TINUBU in the coup in Benin Republic on Sunday, PAUL EJIME said the Nigerian leader acted more in self-preservation than in defence of democracy.

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IBOKETTE IBAS Gets Ambassadorial Appointment, as President TINUBU Sends 68 Nominees to Senate for Confirmation

IBOKETTE IBAS Gets Ambassadorial Appointment, as President TINUBU Sends 68 Nominees to Senate for Confirmation

According to a letter President TINUBU has just forwarded to the Senate President, GODSWILL AKPABIO, the fresh nominees include thirty-four career ambassadors and thirteen-one non-career ambassadors and high commissioners.

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Sacked Former Minister, BETTA EDU, Drops Cryptic Tweet Affirming Her Innocence

Sacked Former Minister, BETTA EDU, Drops Cryptic Tweet Affirming Her Innocence

In what appears to be an expression of grief over the wave of attacks and abductions by terrorists in different parts of the country, BETTA EDU stated: “In my innocence; I gave all; unending hours going through places where people of her status will never condescend to ..."

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Terror Attacks: ADC Knocks APC-Led Administration for Lacking Capacity

Terror Attacks: ADC Knocks APC-Led Administration for Lacking Capacity

National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, BOLAJI ABDULLAHI, who shared the views, said the increasing wave of attacks appear to give vent to the Christian genocide narrative of the United States.

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PDP CRISIS: Amah Abraham Downplays Expulsion; Defends Wike Support for Tinubu

PDP CRISIS: Amah Abraham Downplays Expulsion; Defends Wike Support for Tinubu

AMAH ABRAHAM dismissed the expulsion of some chieftains of the rival PDP faction, including the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, NYESOM WIKE.

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PDP Crisis: APC Knocks Turaki Over Call for "Foreign Invasion" of Nigeria

PDP Crisis: APC Knocks Turaki Over Call for "Foreign Invasion" of Nigeria

The newly elected PDP National Chairman, TANIMU TURAKI, had beckoned to the international community, particularly the United States, to come save Nigeria’s democracy, saying that the country was not only facing the problem of Christian genocide, but also facing threat to democratic governance.

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WHITE HOUSE CONFIRMS PRESIDENT TRUMP IS TREATING CHRONIC VEIN CONDITION

WHITE HOUSE CONFIRMS PRESIDENT TRUMP IS TREATING CHRONIC VEIN CONDITION

The White House Press Secretary KAROLINE LEAVITT, said President TRUMP underwent a comprehensive exam, including a diagnostic vascular study, after recently experiencing swelling in his legs.

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7 AFRICAN COUNTRIES FACE VISA RESTRICTION, AS U.S. TRAVEL BAN BEGINS

7 AFRICAN COUNTRIES FACE VISA RESTRICTION, AS U.S. TRAVEL BAN BEGINS

The travel restriction affects Chad, Eritrea, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Congo-Brazzaville and Equatorial Guinea.

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TANZANIA BLOCKS ACCESS TO X DUE TO PORNOGRAPHY

Tanzanians on social media reported that access to X was blocked due to rising political tensions.

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FREE SPEECH: U.S. THREATENS VISA RESTRICTION AGAINST FOREIGN OFFICIALS

FREE SPEECH: U.S. THREATENS VISA RESTRICTION AGAINST FOREIGN OFFICIALS

"Free speech is essential to the American way of life – a birthright over which foreign governments have no authority." - Secretary Rubio.

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WOMEN HISTORY MONTH: US CELEBRATES NIGERIAN-BORN BRIGADIER-GENERAL AMANDA AZUBIKE

WOMEN HISTORY MONTH: US CELEBRATES NIGERIAN-BORN BRIGADIER-GENERAL AMANDA AZUBIKE

The US Mission in Nigeria says her journey demonstrates how dedication and perseverance can achieve the American dream.

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KENYA REQUEST TALKS WITH IMF ON NEW LENDING PROGRAMME

KENYA REQUEST TALKS WITH IMF ON NEW LENDING PROGRAMME

This comes after both sides abandoned the ninth review of current $3.6 billion loan programme. The authorities in Nairobi are now contending with rising debt servicing costs.

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Culture, Elegance and Style Elevated as NBA Eti-Osa Branch Marks Yearly Dinner 2025

Culture, Elegance and Style Elevated as NBA Eti-Osa Branch Marks Yearly Dinner 2025

In a presentation titled: "The Bar in Tradition’s Embrace", DAPO AKINOSUN, SAN, noted that amidst the “whirlwind of modernity”, the theme offered an opportunity to look backward in order to look forward.

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NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment at 2025 Special Dinner

NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment at 2025 Special Dinner

In his message ahead of the event, the NBA, Eti-Osa Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA, noted that the dinner event will be more than a social gathering — as it will mark the celebration of cultural identity, professional excellence, and the unique spirit of Eti-Osa.

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Prominent Jurists Confirmed for NBA Eti-Osa Branch 2025 Law and Culture Dinner in Lagos

Prominent Jurists Confirmed for NBA Eti-Osa Branch 2025 Law and Culture Dinner in Lagos

The NBA, Eti-Osa Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA, said the dinner event will be more than a social gathering — as it will mark the celebration of cultural identity, professional excellence, and the unique spirit of Eti-Osa.

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CRS Governor Hosts 4 Predecessors at Symbolic Lighting of Iconic '2025 Carnival Calabar & Festival Christmas Tree'

CRS Governor Hosts 4 Predecessors at Symbolic Lighting of Iconic '2025 Carnival Calabar & Festival Christmas Tree'

These include Dr Clement Ebri (January 1992 - November 17, 1993), Mr Donald Duke (May 1999 - May 2007), Mr Liyel Imoke (May 2007 - May 2015), Prof Ben Ayade (May 2015 - May 2023, who joined Governor Prince Bassey Edet Otu at the event.

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Countdown to 2025 Law and Culture Dinner: NBA Eti-Osa Celebrates Culture and Professionalism

Countdown to 2025 Law and Culture Dinner: NBA Eti-Osa Celebrates Culture and Professionalism

The Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA said the dinner event, with the theme: “A Night of Nigerian Elegance”, will be declared open by Honourable Justice OLABODE RHODES-VIVOUR, who is a retired Justice of the Supreme Court.

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NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates 2025 Year-End with Special Dinner Tagged: Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment

NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates 2025 Year-End with Special Dinner Tagged: Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment

In his message ahead of the event, the NBA, Eti-Osa Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA, noted that the dinner event will be more than a social gathering — as it will mark the celebration of cultural identity, professional excellence, and the unique spirit of Eti-Osa.

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Front-of-Package Labels: A Vital Tool for a Healthier Nigeria!

Front-of-Package Labels: A Vital Tool for a Healthier Nigeria!

Beyond shifting consumer behaviour, FOP labels also push food manufacturers to reformulate their products. Companies often reduce sugar, salt, and saturated fat levels to avoid bearing a prominent “HIGH IN...” warning on their packaging, which in turn contributes to a healthier national food supply.

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CBN Revises Cash Policy; Sets 3%, 5% Fees For Exceeding Weekly Withdrawal Limits for Individuals, Corporates

CBN Revises Cash Policy; Sets 3%, 5% Fees For Exceeding Weekly Withdrawal Limits for Individuals, Corporates

Withdrawals above these limits will attract excess withdrawal fees of three percent for individuals and five percent for corporates, which is shared in the ratio of forty percent for the CBN and sixty percent for the financial institution.

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EFCC Hands Over N104.1m Recovered Fund to Niger State Government

The funds were recovered from Kiara Rice Mills Limited, located in Kpatsuwa Village, Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, representing the company’s unremitted tax liabilities that accrued between 2021 and 2024.

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Nigeria Slips 2 Spots in 2025 Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index

Nigeria Slips 2 Spots in 2025 Global Tobacco Industry Interference Index

The Tobacco Industry Interference (TII) Index assesses countries that are protecting their public health policies from tobacco industry influence. Out of 100 countries assessed globally, Nigeria also ranks 54th on the Global TII Index.

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Senate Confirms Idris Ibikunle Olorunimbe As NCC Chairman, Other Board Members

Senate Confirms Idris Ibikunle Olorunimbe As NCC Chairman, Other Board Members

These newly confirmed members join the Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Aminu Maida (North West), and two other Executive Commissioner whose appointments were previously confirmed by the Senate to serve on the NCC Board.

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NAFDAC Uncovers Counterfeit Cialis 20mg Tablets Selling at N47,000 Less Market Value for Original

NAFDAC Uncovers Counterfeit Cialis 20mg Tablets Selling at N47,000 Less Market Value for Original

The agency disclosed that the counterfeit Cialis 20mg tablets are being sold openly in the market at an average price of Eight Thousand Naira per pack, as against the genuine product, which is retailed at about Fifty-Five Thousand per pack.

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Culture, Elegance and Style Elevated as NBA Eti-Osa Branch Marks Yearly Dinner 2025

Culture, Elegance and Style Elevated as NBA Eti-Osa Branch Marks Yearly Dinner 2025

In a presentation titled: "The Bar in Tradition’s Embrace", DAPO AKINOSUN, SAN, noted that amidst the “whirlwind of modernity”, the theme offered an opportunity to look backward in order to look forward.

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NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment at 2025 Special Dinner

NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment at 2025 Special Dinner

In his message ahead of the event, the NBA, Eti-Osa Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA, noted that the dinner event will be more than a social gathering — as it will mark the celebration of cultural identity, professional excellence, and the unique spirit of Eti-Osa.

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Prominent Jurists Confirmed for NBA Eti-Osa Branch 2025 Law and Culture Dinner in Lagos

Prominent Jurists Confirmed for NBA Eti-Osa Branch 2025 Law and Culture Dinner in Lagos

The NBA, Eti-Osa Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA, said the dinner event will be more than a social gathering — as it will mark the celebration of cultural identity, professional excellence, and the unique spirit of Eti-Osa.

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Hon Justice RHODES-VIVOUR (JSC) Confirmed for NBA Eti-Osa Branch 2025 Year-End Special Dinner

Hon Justice RHODES-VIVOUR (JSC) Confirmed for NBA Eti-Osa Branch 2025 Year-End Special Dinner

In his message ahead of the event, the NBA, Eti-Osa Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA, noted that the dinner event will be more than a social gathering — as it will mark the celebration of cultural identity, professional excellence, and the unique spirit of Eti-Osa.

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Countdown to 2025 Law and Culture Dinner: NBA Eti-Osa Celebrates Culture and Professionalism

Countdown to 2025 Law and Culture Dinner: NBA Eti-Osa Celebrates Culture and Professionalism

The Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA said the dinner event, with the theme: “A Night of Nigerian Elegance”, will be declared open by Honourable Justice OLABODE RHODES-VIVOUR, who is a retired Justice of the Supreme Court.

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NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates 2025 Year-End with Special Dinner Tagged: Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment

NBA Eti-Osa Branch Celebrates 2025 Year-End with Special Dinner Tagged: Night of Elegance, Networking and Entertainment

In his message ahead of the event, the NBA, Eti-Osa Branch Chairman, OLANREWAJU OBADINA, noted that the dinner event will be more than a social gathering — as it will mark the celebration of cultural identity, professional excellence, and the unique spirit of Eti-Osa.

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Alleged $6bn Mambila Fraud: “Obasanjo to Testify When Need Arises” – Prosecution Witness

Alleged $6bn Mambila Fraud: “Obasanjo to Testify When Need Arises” – Prosecution Witness

OLU AGUNLOYE is facing trial on a seven-count charge of corruption and fraudulent award of the contract for the Mambila Power Project during the OBASANJO Administration.

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Senate Confirms Idris Ibikunle Olorunimbe As NCC Chairman, Other Board Members

Senate Confirms Idris Ibikunle Olorunimbe As NCC Chairman, Other Board Members

These newly confirmed members join the Executive Vice Chairman, Dr. Aminu Maida (North West), and two other Executive Commissioner whose appointments were previously confirmed by the Senate to serve on the NCC Board.

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NDLEA Takes Drug Integrity Test and Visa Clearance Certification Online, Launches DITViCAS Portal

NDLEA Takes Drug Integrity Test and Visa Clearance Certification Online, Launches DITViCAS Portal

The system is part of innovations designed to streamline operations of the NDLEA, remove bottlenecks in processing of travel documents and curb the scourge of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in Nigeria.

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UCHE NNAJI CERTIFICATE FORGERY: ATIKU KNOCKS DSS, CALLS TO PROBE OF FEC MEMBERS

UCHE NNAJI CERTIFICATE FORGERY: ATIKU KNOCKS DSS, CALLS TO PROBE OF FEC MEMBERS

Writing in a post on his X handle, ATIKU ABUBAKAR observed that what should ordinarily be a matter of national shame was now being disguised as a case of voluntary resignation.

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NSIB REPORT INDICTS NRC OVER ABUJA-KADUNA TRAIN ACCIDENT

NSIB REPORT INDICTS NRC OVER ABUJA-KADUNA TRAIN ACCIDENT

The Abuja-Kaduna passenger train involved in the accident on August 26, 2025, had six hundred and eighteen people onboard, with twenty-one injured, but no fatalities.

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GOVT SUSPENDS RECLAMATION PROJECTS ACROSS LAGOS STATE

GOVT SUSPENDS RECLAMATION PROJECTS ACROSS LAGOS STATE

The Ministry of Environment and Water Resources says reclamation projects were being done indiscriminate, without requisite Environmental Impact Assessment approvals and Drainage Clearance.

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Terror Attack on Catholic School: Niger State Govt Blames School Mgt

Terror Attack on Catholic School: Niger State Govt Blames School Mgt

The Secretary to the State Government, ABUBAKAR USMAN, said the state government had earlier received credible intelligence indicating elevated security threats across Niger Nort Senatorial District.

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Abuja To Host UNESCO's First-Ever International Media and Information Literacy Institute

UNESCO's approval positions Nigeria as a global leader in the fight against misinformation and disinformation, and empowered it to spearhead international research, policy dialogue, and capacity-building in the digital field.

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ASUU Suspends Warning Strike; Gives FG One-Month to Address Demands

ASUU President, Professor CHRIS PIWUNA, said the suspension of the strike followed the renewed commitments of the Federal Government and the National Assembly to address the union’s demands.

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Front-of-Package Labels: A Vital Tool for a Healthier Nigeria!

Front-of-Package Labels: A Vital Tool for a Healthier Nigeria!

Beyond shifting consumer behaviour, FOP labels also push food manufacturers to reformulate their products. Companies often reduce sugar, salt, and saturated fat levels to avoid bearing a prominent “HIGH IN...” warning on their packaging, which in turn contributes to a healthier national food supply.

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2 Suspects Detained for Distribution of Hard Drugs Packaged as Christmas Cookies Via WhatsApp

The suspects in custody are DEJI ADESANYA and OLUBIYI MAJEKODUNMI, who were arrested during a raid in the Lekki axis of Eti-Osa, Lagos.

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NDLEA Detains 6 Suspects Behind Seized N6.7B Opioid, Tramadol, Codeine

NDLEA spokesman said the breakthrough was made possible following the arrest of two men, identified as EGBO INNOCENT UDALOR and CHUKWE EMMANUEL at Apple Junction, in Amuwo Odofin area of Lagos, while conveying three hundred cartons of opioids in a truck.

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COP 30: Nature Not for Sale, CAPPA, HOMEF, Others Warn Nigeria

COP 30: Nature Not for Sale, CAPPA, HOMEF, Others Warn Nigeria

The groups argue that commodifying nature not only violates human dignity and cultural rights but also strips indigenous and local peoples of their identity and traditional stewardship roles.

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GOVT SUSPENDS RECLAMATION PROJECTS ACROSS LAGOS STATE

The Ministry of Environment and Water Resources says reclamation projects were being done indiscriminate, without requisite Environmental Impact Assessment approvals and Drainage Clearance.

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WIKE TALKS TOUGH AGAINST FCT SHANTY DWELLERS FACING DEMOLITION THREAT

He further disclosed that the FCT Administration currently has a monthly wage bill of over N12b (Twelve Billion Naira), which he said is far above about N10b (Ten Billion Naira) it gets from the Federal Allocations.

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