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Wike slams David Mark’s infrastructure record, defends Tinubu’s achievements
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Wike slams David Mark’s infrastructure record, defends Tinubu’s achievements

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike criticises David Mark’s infrastructure record, highlighting Tinubu’s achievements in road projects and continuity in governance. Read M...

Colombian president-elect gives armed groups one month to surrender
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Colombian president-elect gives armed groups one month to surrender

Colombia’s new president-elect issues a one-month surrender ultimatum to armed groups, signaling a tough stance on violence and crime. Learn more about his Read...

Amotekun rescues eight kidnap victims in Ondo forest
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Amotekun rescues eight kidnap victims in Ondo forest

Amotekun Corps successfully rescued eight kidnap victims, including a teacher and pastor, from a forest hideout in Ondo State without paying ransom. Read More:...

FHC Chief Judge rejects bid to reassign Nestoil, Neconde case
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FHC Chief Judge rejects bid to reassign Nestoil, Neconde case

Federal High Court Chief Judge, Justice John Tsoho, rejects an application to reassign the Nestoil Neconde case, directing it to continue before Justice Os Read...

State police not enough, Nigeria needs highway, tourist cops – Ex-Osun lawmaker
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State police not enough, Nigeria needs highway, tourist cops – Ex-Osun lawmaker

Former Osun lawmaker advocates for more than just state police in Nigeria, calling for specialized highway and tourist police to tackle evolving security c Read...

LP backs state police bill, urges govs to support reform
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LP backs state police bill, urges govs to support reform

The Labour Party backs the State Police Bill, urging governors and state assemblies to support the reform for improved security. Learn more about this mile Read...

Benue gov hails National Assembly over passage of state police bill
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Benue gov hails National Assembly over passage of state police bill

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, commends the National Assembly for passing the State Police Bill, a landmark step to strengthen Nigeria’s security arc Read...

PICTORIAL: Flooding, erosion destroy two classroom blocks in Anambra school
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PICTORIAL: Flooding, erosion destroy two classroom blocks in Anambra school

Flooding and erosion have destroyed two classroom blocks at Ezi-Awka Community Secondary School in Anambra, disrupting learning and raising safety concerns Read...

Tinubu hails Sanwo-Olu at 61, Gbajabiamila at 64
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Tinubu hails Sanwo-Olu at 61, Gbajabiamila at 64

President Tinubu congratulates Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on his 61st birthday and Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila on his 64th. Read More: https:/...

Rapper Ycee opens up on six-year battle with mental health issues
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Rapper Ycee opens up on six-year battle with mental health issues

Nigerian rapper Ycee reveals his six-year battle with bipolar disorder, detailing how the mental health condition impacted his music career and creativity. Read...

Plateau Assembly ready to pass state police bill — Speaker
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Plateau Assembly ready to pass state police bill — Speaker

Plateau State House of Assembly is prepared to prioritize and pass the state police bill, aiming to address insecurity and strengthen law enforcement in th Read...

Police arrest eight over theft, violent attack in Yobe
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Police arrest eight over theft, violent attack in Yobe

The Yobe State Police Command has arrested eight suspects over alleged theft, violent assault and drug-related offences in separate operations across the state....

Nigerians at the core of foreign policy, minister explains
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Nigerians at the core of foreign policy, minister explains

Minister Sola Enikanolaiye explains Nigeria’s foreign policy prioritises citizens’ welfare, security, and economic prosperity, driven by a “Nigeria First” Read...

Court remands Anambra couple in prison for battering 10-year-old
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Court remands Anambra couple in prison for battering 10-year-old

Anambra couple, Chukwudi and Chisom Chukwuyere, have been remanded in prison for allegedly battering a 10-year-old boy under their care. The Anambra child Read...

Appeal Court adjourns ADC de-registration case till July 7
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Appeal Court adjourns ADC de-registration case till July 7

The Appeal Court has adjourned the ADC deregistration case and four other parties until July 7. Learn more about the ongoing legal battle. Read More: https://pu...

Adamawa APC denies plan to replace Galadima
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Adamawa APC denies plan to replace Galadima

Adamawa APC dismisses reports of replacing Alhaji Tijani Galadima as its 2027 governorship candidate, insisting he remains the party’s choice. Read More: https:...

FCT enrols 379 inmates in health insurance scheme
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FCT enrols 379 inmates in health insurance scheme

The FCT Administration has enrolled 379 inmates in its health insurance scheme, improving access to healthcare for persons in custody and supporting rehabi Read...

PRP opposes state police, questions Tinubu’s motive
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PRP opposes state police, questions Tinubu’s motive

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) opposes the establishment of state police in Nigeria, citing concerns over President Tinubu’s administration’s credibili Read...

BREAKING: Death toll in Lagos building collapse hits eight
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BREAKING: Death toll in Lagos building collapse hits eight

The death toll in the Lagos building collapse at Alakija has reached eight, with 26 rescued. Emergency operations are ongoing after the three-storey buildi Read...

VIDEO: TikTok star Jarvis blasts rapper Ycee over ‘olodo uprising’ comments
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VIDEO: TikTok star Jarvis blasts rapper Ycee over ‘olodo uprising’ comments

TikTok star Jarvis claps back at rapper Ycee’s ‘olodo uprising’ comments, defending content creators and highlighting Nigeria’s economic realities. Read mo Read...

Ex-lawmaker emerges president of global climate legislative body
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Ex-lawmaker emerges president of global climate legislative body

Former Nigerian lawmaker, Sam Onuigbo, is inaugurated as President of GLOBE Legislators, pledging to strengthen parliamentary engagement in global climate Read...

South Africa vows firm response to anti-migrant violence
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South Africa vows firm response to anti-migrant violence

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa vows to crush anti-migrant violence and xenophobia amid planned marches, as fears of unrest rise. Read More: https://pun...

Sokoto Assembly confirms two commissioner-nominees
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Sokoto Assembly confirms two commissioner-nominees

The Sokoto State House of Assembly has confirmed two commissioner-nominees, Alhaji Nura Tangaza and Dr Bashir Achida, to the State Executive Council. Read More:...

Arsenal complete permanent signing of Hincapie from Leverkusen
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Arsenal complete permanent signing of Hincapie from Leverkusen

Arsenal confirm permanent signing of defender Piero Hincapie from Bayer Leverkusen for £35m after his impressive loan spell. Read more here. Read More: https://...