Author: NewsUltra360
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NIGERIAN PARA-POWERLIFTERS HEAD TO WORLD CUP IN CHILE WITH GOLD IN SIGHT
A strong Nigerian para-powerlifting team of 10 athletes departs Monday for the Para-Powerlifting World Cup in Santiago, Chile, from August 11-18. Led by world record holder and team rep Oluwafemiayo Folashade (+86kg), the squad is set to defend Nigeria’s global dominance across various weight classes. Folashade expressed high hopes for gold, thanking the Sports Commission…
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OOPL CONDEMNS EFCC RAID, DEMANDS APOLOGY OVER VIOLENT MIDNIGHT INVASION
The Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) has condemned a violent EFCC raid at its premises in the early hours of Sunday, describing it as an unlawful invasion that caused panic, injuries, and chaos during a private event. OOPL alleges that over 50 armed EFCC operatives, led by “Olapade,” stormed the Green Legacy Hotel without a…
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FCTA STEPS UP SHANTY CLEARANCE TO ROOT OUT CRIMINAL HIDEOUTS IN ABUJA
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) is intensifying its crackdown on shanties and parks used by criminals as hideouts across Abuja. Since August 6, a city-wide cleanup involving removal of illegal structures, vehicle impoundments, and weapon seizures has targeted hotspots like the Jazz and Blues Entertainment area in Panorama Recreational Park, Wuse Zone 3. Despite…
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NIGERIAN ARMY SCORES BIG AGAINST TERRORISTS, KILLS NOTORIOUS COMMANDER ABU NAZIR
The Nigerian Army has delivered a major blow to terrorist groups by killing Amirul Fiya, aka Abu Nazir, along with other suspects, rescuing kidnapped victims, and seizing weapons across multiple states. Between Thursday and Saturday, troops repelled attacks, neutralized threats, and recovered arms in Borno, Zamfara, and Ebonyi. Swift joint operations with Civilian Task Forces…
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NIMET FORECASTS THUNDERSTORMS, FLOODS ACROSS NIGERIA FROM MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) warns of thunderstorms and rains nationwide from Monday through Wednesday, with high flood risks in northern, central, and southern states. Residents in flood-prone areas like Katsina, Delta, and Plateau should activate emergency plans. Motorists are advised to avoid driving in heavy rain, and farmers urged to delay fertilizer use to…
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EKITI GOVERNOR DISSOLVES STATE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, EXCLUDES KEY OFFICIALS
Governor Biodun Oyebanji has dissolved the Ekiti State Executive Council effective immediately, asking affected Commissioners and Special Advisers to hand over duties to senior civil servants. However, key officials including the Attorney-General, Commissioners for Health, Agriculture, Education, Works, Trade, and some Special Advisers remain in office. Directors General in key state agencies also keep their…
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SECURITY TIGHTENED IN BABANLA AFTER DEADLY ATTACK
Following a brutal armed assault that left five dead—including a police officer—in Babanla, Kwara State has boosted security to prevent further violence. Hundreds of gunmen on motorcycles attacked the police station and marketplace, but joint efforts by police, military, vigilantes, and hunters restored order swiftly. Kwara’s Police Commissioner, CP Adekimi Ojo, and the DSS Director…
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SERAP AND NGE SUE NIGER STATE GOV, NBC OVER BADEGGI FM INTIMIDATION AND SHUTDOWN THREATS
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) and Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) have filed a lawsuit against Niger State Governor Mohammed Umar Bago and the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over the governor’s directive to intimidate and shut down Badeggi FM, a Minna-based radio station. The suit challenges actions including threats to seal the station,…
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Oyo State Mourns as Ibadan Community Bids Farewell to Late Olubadan
A solemn mood enveloped St. Peter’s Cathedral in Aremo, Ibadan, on Friday, August 8, 2025, as dignitaries gathered to pay their last respects to the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. Among those present were Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, his deputy Mr. Bayo Lawal, Major-General O.G. Onubogu, General Officer Commanding 2 Division…

