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The Commander Infantry Corps (CIC), Major General Godwin Michael Mutkut, has charged newly qualified airborne troops of the Nigerian Army to effectively apply the specialised skills acquired during training to enhance operational effectiveness and support ongoing efforts to safeguard the nation’s territorial integrity. Mutkut gave the charge on Thursday at the graduation ceremony of students […]
The Berom Youth Moulders Association (BYM) has expressed concern over alleged cases of sexual harassment targeting women in rural communities across Plateau State, warning that persistent insecurity is placing female farmers and residents at greater risk. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its spokesperson, Rwang Tengwong, the association said women returning from […]
Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Senate for passing a bill seeking to reform Nigeria’s tax regime on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs), describing the move as a significant step toward addressing the country’s growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The public health advocacy organisation also urged the House of Representatives to fast-track […]
Armed men suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a nine-year-old boy and destroyed two houses during a late-night attack on Ugbosi Quarters in Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State. The attackers reportedly stormed the community in the early hours of Friday, firing gunshots indiscriminately to create panic among residents before abducting the child, […]
Students in Oyo State faced a tough situation during their West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) Agricultural Science practical on Thursday, June 4th. Many had to write their exams in complete darkness due to power outage. This unfortunate event has sparked concerns about the readiness of examination centres and the challenges students face in […]
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested and taken to court a staff member of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) for an alleged fraud involving salary duplication. The suspect, identified as Adedeji Segun Bode, is accused of illegally receiving extra payments amounting to about ₦3.2 million. This case has drawn attention as it […]
The Presidency has announced significant progress toward the establishment of state police, revealing that a constitutional amendment to provide the legal framework for its creation is expected soon. The Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, disclosed this on Thursday while briefing State House Correspondents after a consultative meeting on state police convened […]
The wife of Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has called for urgent steps to fight climate change as the world marks Environment Day. She encouraged families, schools, markets, and communities to adopt simple habits that protect the environment. Dr Soludo stressed that a clean and healthy environment is key to preventing diseases and building […]
Security operatives from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kano State have successfully stopped an attempted kidnapping and cattle rustling in the Kiru Local Government Area. The incident happened at Bakin Komau in the Dangora area on Thursday. The quick action by the NSCDC team prevented the criminals from carrying out their […]
The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, has said that Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has remained faithful to the vision of its founding fathers by producing distinguished professionals and leaders who continue to contribute to Nigeria’s development. Echono stated this while delivering a lecture to commemorate the 65th anniversary […]
