Author: NewsUltra360
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KIM WARNS OF SOUTH KOREA’S ‘COMPLETE COLLAPSE’ AMID RISING TENSIONS
Pyongyang hardens its stance on Seoul but signals possible openness toward the U.S. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has warned he cannot rule out a “complete collapse” of South Korea if it carries out what he called “mischievous acts” threatening the North’s security. Speaking at the ninth Congress of the Workers’ Party of Korea,…
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NEW HIGH-SPEED TRAIN TO LINK COLOGNE AND BRUSSELS AIRPORT IN JUST TWO HOURS
Travel between Germany and Belgium is about to get faster and easier with a direct rail connection. German rail operator Deutsche Bahn has announced a new high-speed train service connecting Cologne and Brussels Airport, starting Sept. 7. The trains, powered by the latest ICE high-speed models, will run twice daily and complete the journey in…
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CBCN CALLS FOR FARMER SUBSIDIES, NOT FOOD IMPORTS, TO SECURE NIGERIA’S FUTURE
Bishops warn that neglecting local farmers undermines food security and fuels instability. The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on Wednesday urged the Federal Government to support local farmers with subsidies and security instead of relying on food imports. Outgoing President, Most Rev. Lucius Ugorji, made the call at the close of the 2026 First…
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CBCN URGES GOVT: USE AI, DRONES TO FIGHT TERROR, END DELAYS IN PROSECUTION
Catholic bishops warn rising insecurity threatens lives and democracy. The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) on Wednesday called on the Federal Government to adopt modern surveillance technology, including drones and AI, and speed up the prosecution of terrorists. The appeal came during the closing mass of their First Plenary Meeting for 2026 in Abuja.…
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KANO GOVT DENIES AMNESTY CLAIMS, VOWS PROTECTION OF RIGHTS
State rejects allegations of harassment, insists actions target cybercrime, not critics. The Kano State Government on Thursday dismissed Amnesty International’s claims of harassment and intimidation as “misleading and unfounded,” stressing its commitment to human rights and freedom of expression. Commissioner Ibrahim Waiya said security agencies act only on credible allegations of cyberbullying, defamation, or incitement,…
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NAHCON SIGNS 2026 HAJJ TRANSPORT DEAL, STRESSES SAFETY AND PUNCTUALITY
National Hajj Commission sets clear standards as airlines gear up to transport Nigerian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia. The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) on Wednesday signed the 2026 Hajj transportation agreement, with Chairman Amb. Ismail Abba urging airlines to adhere strictly to timelines, operational standards, and safety protocols. Abba described the signing as “a…
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TINUBU URGES SENATE TO AMEND CONSTITUTION FOR STATE POLICE
President Bola Tinubu calls for State Police to tackle Nigeria’s security challenges, from terrorism to banditry. During an interfaith breakfast with senators at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Tinubu urged the 10th Senate to begin constitutional amendments to allow for State Police. He stressed that decentralised policing would strengthen local security, enable faster responses to threats,…
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ABUJA LAWYER TRIAL: COURT ORDERS VIDEO TO BE PLAYED DESPITE DEFENDANTS’ OBJECTIONS
A key video could shape the judicial corruption trial of lawyer Victor Giwa, as the court rules it admissible despite defense objections. An Abuja High Court on Wednesday allowed a video to be played in the trial of Victor Giwa and co-defendant Bukola Ibitade, facing charges of judicial corruption, document forgery, and impersonation. The defendants…
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NUPRC REMINDS INVESTORS: PRE-QUALIFICATION FOR 2025 LICENSING ROUND CLOSES FEB 27
Time is running out for companies looking to grab a slice of Nigeria’s oil and gas sector—50 blocks up for grabs in the 2025 Licensing Round. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has warned that registration and submission for Pre-Qualification under the Nigeria 2025 Licensing Round will close at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February…
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CRAN APPLAUDS OLATUNJI DISU AS NEW INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE
Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria hails strategic appointment, highlighting Disu’s track record and expertise in tackling complex security challenges. The Crime Reporters Association of Nigeria (CRAN) has congratulated Mr Olatunji Disu on his appointment as the new Inspector-General of Police by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement, CRAN described the move as strategic, merit-based, and…
