Category: News
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Troop kills Boko Haram Commander Ari Ghana, 5 Others In Borno.
Troop of 144 Battalion in collaboration with hybrid forces have killed a suspected Boko Haram, commander Ari Ghana, and five of his bodyguards in the North East state of Borno. The Commander recently led an attack on a military escort patrol at Nvaha Village along Gwoza to Limankara, killing four passengers and military personnel. An…
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Wike Set Up 6 -Man Committee To Resolve FCT NULGE, Area Councils Dispute
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike has set up a six-man committee with the mandate to resolve the lingering dispute between local government employees and the Area Councils in the territory. The Minister disclosed this while briefing journalists after a closed-door meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Local Government…
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World Pharmacists’ Day: PSN Launches Drug Information Centre In Abuja
The Abuja branch of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, PSN, on Monday launched its Drug Information Centre, DIC, in Abuja, in commemoration of this year’s World Pharmacists’ Day. Speaking at the event, chairman of the Abuja branch of the society, Pharm. Ifeanyi Ikebudu, stated that the DIC was launched to facilitate easy access to information…
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Speaker Declares Olubunmi-Ojo and Sununu’s House of Reps Seats Vacant
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has officially declared the seats of Tunji Olubunmi-Ojo and Tanko Sununu vacant. This declaration followed the submission of separate resignation letters by the former lawmakers during the plenary session on Tuesday. Tunji Olubunmi-Ojo had represented Akoko North-East/Akoko North-West of Ondo state, while Tanko Sununu had represented…
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“Tinubu Calls for Prayers and Unity on Eid-el-Maulud”
By Milcah Tanimu In a message marking the celebration of Eid-el-Maulud, President Tinubu has called upon Muslims across Nigeria to come together in prayer and unity as the country stands at a pivotal crossroads, where collective efforts are needed to ensure its economic security. The President conveyed this message through his Special Adviser on Media…
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“Nigerian Navy Nabs Two Suspected Pipeline Vandals in Asugbo Creek, Delta State”
By Milcah Tanimu In a significant operation aimed at curbing pipeline vandalism in the region, the Nigerian Navy, operating in Delta State, has successfully apprehended two individuals suspected of being involved in pipeline vandalism. The incident occurred in the Asugbo Creek area, situated in Warri South Local Government Area. The arrest was carried out on…
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“Reflecting on MohBad: Lessons from the Life and Tragic Death of a Rising Star”
By Milcah Tanimu In the midst of political matters and urgent concerns in Nigeria, the sudden and unexpected death of 27-year-old artist and musician Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, known as MohBad or Imole, has captured the nation’s attention. His tragic departure has left a lasting impact, with lessons to be learned from his life and untimely…
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“Leah Sharibu’s Captivity Journey: From Forced Marriage to ISWAP Medical Leadership”
Leah Sharibu, the Christian girl who was abducted by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) members, has taken a remarkable turn in her captivity, reportedly entering into a new marriage with another terrorist commander after obtaining a divorce from her initial captor. The distressing ordeal dates back to February 19, 2018, when ISWAP militants kidnapped…
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Subsidy Removal: Kwara govt disburses financial support to 26,852 students
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has commenced the disbursement of financial assistance to 26,852 students of Kwara State origin in tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The disbursement, according to a statement by Prof. Shehu Raheem Adaramaja, Chairman of the Government Committee on Students’ Palliative Fund, commenced on Monday after a thorough screening process…
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NLC & TUC declared indefinite strike from Tuesday next week
The leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria, TUC have declareed an indefinite and total strike from the 3rd of October over what they called non-challant attitude and refusal of the FG to take steps to assuage workers’ suffering following the petroleum subsidy removal. At the News Conference…