Author: NewsUltra360
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30% OF NIGERIANS FACE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HiiL CALLS FOR JUSTICE REFORMS
The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law (HiiL) reveals that 30% of Nigerians experience domestic violence, spotlighting a huge gap in affordable and accessible justice. At a recent Abuja conference, experts highlighted that over 90% of Nigerians face legal issues like domestic violence, land disputes, and employment conflicts every four years. Yet, many avoid formal…
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LAGOS POLICE ARREST SYNDICATE OVER N500M VISA FRAUD SCAM
Lagos Police have detained four suspects linked to a scam that defrauded over 100 victims of more than N500 million, promising fake Canadian and Australian work visas. The suspects, aged between 23 and 36 and working at an educational consultancy, were arrested after investigations by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). Police are still hunting…
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NIMC UPGRADES DIASPORA NIN PLATFORM FOR SMOOTHER SERVICE DELIVERY
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has revamped its Diaspora National Identification Number (NIN) platform to boost security, efficiency, and ease of use for Nigerians living abroad. The upgrade includes onboarding and training of Diaspora enrolment partners to ensure seamless service. Diaspora applicants can now access enrolment services from compliant centres and modify their data…
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EFCC ARRESTS FORMER SOKOTO GOVERNOR AMINU TAMBUWAL OVER N189BN FRAUD ALLEGATIONS
The EFCC has detained ex-Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal at its Abuja headquarters over alleged fraudulent withdrawals totalling N189 billion. Accused of violating the Money Laundering (Prevention & Prohibition) Act, 2022, Tambuwal—who served as governor from 2015 to 2023 and is now a senator—is currently under intense interrogation. The EFCC spokesperson has yet to comment…
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POLICE-COMMUNITY COLLABORATION THWARTS CULT KILLING, ARRESTS ROBBERS IN ILORIN
Quick teamwork between Kwara State Police and local vigilantes stopped a planned cult assassination and nabbed two armed robbers in Ilorin on August 10. The suspects, Ishola Adeyemi and Ismail Rafiu from Ibadan, were caught after robbing a student hostel, with phones, cash, cutlasses, and other items seized. Police investigations link the duo to a…
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DSS ARRAIGNS FIVE MEN OVER 2022 OWO CHURCH MASSACRE AHEAD OF AUGUST TRIAL
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arraigned five men in Abuja for their alleged involvement in the brutal June 5, 2022, attack on St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, which killed over 40 worshippers and injured more than 100. The accused, linked to the Al Shabab terrorist cell in Kogi State, face…
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TANKER EXPLOSION IN ZARIA CLAIMS MULTIPLE LIVES, SHOCKS COMMUNITY
A tragic tanker explosion rocked the Dan Magaji area of Zaria, Kaduna State, early Monday morning around 8:30 a.m. Two fuel-laden tankers collided with two passenger cars near the Rochas Foundation School, triggering a series of devastating blasts. The fireball that followed sent thick black smoke billowing over the Kaduna–Kano expressway.The violent accident claimed the…
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AVIATION UNIONS SUSPEND STRIKE UNTIL AUGUST 31ST, NEGOTIATIONS UNDERWAY
Aviation unions in Nigeria have paused their planned strike, originally set for August 11, giving room for further talks with the federal government. Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, praised the unions for this move, attributing the breakthrough to his strong relationship with labor leaders and expressing optimism for a lasting resolution to the sector’s long-standing…
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IBOM AIR BANS UNRULY PASSENGER AFTER VIRAL INCIDENT
Following a viral video showing unruly behavior by passenger Comfort Emmanson on a Uyo-Lagos flight, Ibom Air has taken swift action by banning Emmanson from flying with the airline permanently. The company also reported the incident to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, emphasizing its zero-tolerance policy against any conduct that threatens safety. Ibom Air praised…
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TETFUND RECEIVES ₦1.6 TRILLION FOR MASSIVE NATIONAL TERTIARY EDUCATION BOOST
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has secured a record ₦1.6 trillion to fund critical projects across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Chairman Aminu Masari revealed that 40% (₦460 billion) is set aside for demand-driven interventions in universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education nationwide. Key allocations include ₦225 billion for student loans via NELFUND, ₦70 billion for…
