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... Magistrate fumes; adjourned case to July 2
The Family Court of the Magistrate in Owerri on Thursday expressed strong displeasure with the Imo State Police Command for failing to produce a second defendant in an ongoing defilement case, despite...
Nigeria Breaks Ground On Sub-Saharan Africa's Largest Off-Grid Solar Project
Nigeria has taken a major step towards accelerating its clean energy transition with the launch of what is set to become Sub-Saharan Africa's largest off-grid solar project, designed to power...
TCN Restores Alaoji-Owerri Transmission Lines, Reconnects Full Power Supply To South-East, South-South
Electricity supply to parts of the South-East and South-South has received a major boost as the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) successfully restored the Alaoji-Owerri 132kV Transmission Lines...
Two Police Officers Killed As Kaduna Command Foils Kidnap, Rescues Nine Victims
A swift police response has foiled a kidnapping operation in Kaduna State, leading to the rescue of nine abducted victims, although two officers were later killed in an...
Train 7 Nears Completion As NLNG, NCDMB Deepen Local Content Drive, Create 16,000 Jobs
Nigeria's drive to maximise the economic value of its vast gas resources has received a fresh boost as the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB)...
CISLAC Condemns Sowore Court Assault, Kaduna Lynching, Warns Rule Of Law Under Threat
Nigeria's democratic institutions face growing scrutiny as the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has condemned the alleged assault on activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential...
FCT Opens Special Admission Into Top Unity Schools, Fixes August 22 Entrance Examination
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Education Resource Centre (ERC), Abuja, has announced the commencement of special admission into Senior Secondary School One (SS1) for the 2026/2027...
Taraba Unveils New Police Headquarters To Boost Security, Rapid Response
Strengthening security infrastructure remains central to effective policing, and Taraba State has taken a significant step with the commissioning of a new Police Command Headquarters Complex and B Division in...
Troops Intercept Suspected Terrorist Supplier, Seize 150 Combat Boots In Zamfara
Efforts to dismantle the supply chains sustaining terrorism in Nigeria's North-West have recorded another breakthrough as troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA arrested a suspected logistics supplier transporting military-style equipment...
Nigeria's New Ambassador To Netherlands Begins Mission With Royal Credential Ceremony
Diplomatic ties between Nigeria and the Netherlands have received a fresh boost as Nigeria's new envoy formally assumed office with a pledge to deepen economic and strategic cooperation between...
IGP Disu Deploys Senior Police Chief To Plateau, Reinforces Security In Bokkos
The renewed wave of violence in Plateau State has prompted a swift security response, with the Nigeria Police Force moving to strengthen operations and reassure affected communities.
The Inspector-General...
Edo Moves To Tackle Online Gender-Based Violence With New Policy Framework
The rise of digital technology has created new opportunities, but it has also exposed women and girls to growing online threats.
In response, the Edo State Government is taking steps...
Nigeria Deepens Ties with Qatar As New Ambassador Presents Letters Of Credence
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Nigeria has taken another step towards strengthening its diplomatic and economic partnership with Qatar following the formal presentation of credentials by its newly appointed ambassador.
The Ambassador of...
Nigeria Strengthens Multilateral Diplomacy As Ambassador Presents Credentials To UNECA
Nigeria has reinforced its diplomatic engagement with Africa's foremost economic institution following the formal presentation of credentials by its new Permanent Representative to the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa...
Domestic Violence Suspect Remanded Over Viral Assault Case
A viral video exposing an alleged case of domestic violence has led to the arrest and remand of a suspect by the Lagos State Police Command, reinforcing authorities' commitment to tackling abuse.
Police...
Yobe Police Chief Assesses Security At NYSC Camp, Urges Vigilance
Security remains a critical pillar for the success of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme, particularly in states facing evolving security challenges.
The Commissioner of Police in Yobe State, CP...
Troops Foil Terror Attack In Sokoto, Recover Military Uniforms And Heavy Weapon
An intelligence-led military operation has thwarted what could have been another deadly attack on vulnerable communities in Nigeria's North-West, underscoring the growing importance of proactive counter-terrorism efforts.
Troops of...
ECOWAS Court Awards Journalist ₦10m Damages Over Assault During #EndBadGovernance Protest
Press freedom received a significant boost as the ECOWAS Court of Justice ruled against Nigeria for violating the rights of a journalist assaulted and detained while covering a public...
CHRICED, German Partners Launch ‘Make It Count’ Project to Boost Human Rights Reporting
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As concerns grow over shrinking civic space and mounting pressures on independent journalism in Nigeria, the Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has...
NCDMB Unveils Certification Scheme For Oil And Gas Trainers
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A stronger local workforce begins with stronger trainers.
In a move aimed at raising professional standards and deepening local capacity in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, the Nigerian Content Development and...
NSC, NFF Unveil Sweeping Football Reforms As Chelle Gets New Deal, NPFL Champions Set For ₦1bn Prize
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Nigerian football is poised for a major transformation following sweeping reforms unveiled by the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football...
Agunechemba Neutralises Three Suspected Terrorists, Recovers Weapons In Anambra
A sustained crackdown on criminal gangs in Anambra State has yielded another breakthrough, with security operatives neutralising three suspected terrorists linked to a series of violent attacks and kidnappings across the...
Soludo Moves To End Ogidi Flooding As Government Targets Blocked Waterways
Years of recurring floods that have displaced residents and damaged property in parts of Anambra State may soon be nearing an end, as the state government intensifies efforts to...
UNIZIK Extends Post-UTME, Direct Entry Registration Deadline To July 12
Thousands of admission seekers now have another opportunity to secure a place at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, following the extension of the registration deadline for its 2026/2027 Post-UTME and...
INEC Presents Certificates To Four Senators-Elect, One Rep As Ondo Winner Misses Ceremony
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The transition from election victory to legislative service began on Tuesday as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) presented Certificates of Return to four Senators-elect and...
US Sanctions Nigerian, Three Firms Over Alleged ISIS Financing
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The United States has widened its global campaign against terrorism financing by sanctioning a Nigerian national and three Nigeria-based companies accused of facilitating financial transactions linked to the Islamic State...
AIG Backs Kano Safe Corridor Initiative To Tackle Youth Restiveness
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Recognising that lasting security requires more than law enforcement, the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone One, Kano, Garba Ahmed, has pledged full support for Kano State's...
Nigeria, UK Deepen Security Ties As IGP Disu Joins Defence Dialogue In Abuja
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As security threats become increasingly complex and transnational, Nigeria and the United Kingdom are strengthening cooperation to bolster regional stability and national security.
The Inspector-General of Police,...
IGP Disu, NBA Strengthen Partnership On Justice Sector Reforms
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Effective policing and a strong justice system thrive on collaboration, a principle reinforced on Tuesday as the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, received the leadership of the Nigerian Bar Association...
IGP Cracks Down On Unauthorised Social Media Use By Police Officers
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Amid growing concerns over online conduct within the Nigeria Police Force, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has ordered officers and men of the Force to...
