Category: News
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FORMER DEFENCE SPOKESMAN, WIFE, ABDUCTED ALONG KATSINA HIGHWAY
A former Director of Defence Information, Major General Rabe Abubakar (retired), and his wife, have been reportedly kidnapped by gunmen in Katsina State. The retired military officer and his wife were said to have been kidnapped on Saturday May 30 while travelling to Katsina, after gunmen intercepted their vehicle along the Katsina-Matazu road in Matazu…
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MBAH SAYS ENUGU IS BEING POSITIONED FOR A MORE PROSPEROUS FUTURE
Gov. Peter Mbah says his administration is focused on rebuilding trust in governance and laying the foundation for a more prosperous future in Enugu State. Speaking during a thanksgiving service marking the third anniversary of his administration, Mbah highlighted developments in education, healthcare, transportation, security, technology and infrastructure. He said the government is working to…
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SANWO-OLU PLEDGES STRONGER SUPPORT FOR LAGOS SCOUT COUNCIL AS NEW PATRON
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his commitment to youth development and civic responsibility following his investiture as Patron of the Lagos State Scout Council. Speaking during the ceremony at Lagos House Marina, the governor commended members of the Scout Association for their discipline, selfless service and contributions to society over the years. Sanwo-Olu also pledged…
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GTEXT FOUNDER WARNS OF LIQUIDITY CHALLENGES IN NIGERIA’S REAL ESTATE SECTOR
The Founder of GText Holdings, Dr Stephen Akintayo, has identified liquidity challenges as a major concern affecting operators in Nigeria’s real estate sector. Speaking during the company’s 18th anniversary celebration in Lagos, Akintayo said real estate investments often require long-term capital commitments, making it difficult for some firms to maintain steady cash flow. He noted…
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EID-EL-KABIR: COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES RESUME SLOWLY IN OSOGBO
Commercial activities recorded a slow start in Osogbo on Friday following the Eid-el-Kabir holiday, with many shops and markets still under lock and key. Markets in areas such as Akindeko, Adekunle, Igbona and Ayegbaju witnessed low business activity as several traders reportedly remained out of town for the Sallah celebration. While commercial banks and government…
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KIDNAPPED OYO PRINCIPAL, TEACHER, PLEAD WITH TINUBU, MAKINDE TO NEGOTIATE FOR THEIR FREEDOM
Abducted staff of Community High School, Ahoro-Esinle in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have made a passionate appeal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde to urgently negotiate with their kidnappers for their release, saying they have spent nearly two weeks in captivity under harsh conditions. The victims, including the school…
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HORROR IN CROSS RIVER: SERIAL KILLER ARRESTED, MULTIPLE SHALLOW GRAVES UNEARTHED
Residents of Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross River State have been thrown into mourning and disbelief following the arrest of a suspected serial killer, identified simply as Akaninyene. The suspect was apprehended during a coordinated security operation involving personnel of the Nigerian Army, tactical security operatives, local vigilantes, community youths and traditional leaders after…
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PERIOD POVERTY FORCES F.C.T SCHOOLGIRLS OUT OF CLASSROOMS – STAKEHOLDERS CALL FOR URGENT ACTION
Many adolescent girls in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) said the onset of menstruation, a natural biological cycle, signals days of missed school, silent anxiety, and exclusion driven by poverty and stigma. They said this in separate interviews on Thursday May 28 to commemorate the 2026 World Menstrual Hygiene Day. 18-year-old Hannatu Salihu, who lives…
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NIGERIA PARTNERS AFDB ON AVIATION INFRASTRUCTURE, FLEET MODERNISATION
Nigeria has signed a partnership agreement with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to modernise aviation infrastructure, improve regional connectivity and strengthen airline competitiveness across Africa. The agreement was signed on the side-lines of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank( AfDB) Group in Brazzaville on Thursday May 28. Speaking at the ceremony, Mike…
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W.H.O CHIEF URGES CEASEFIRE IN D.R.C TO CURTAIL EBOLA OUTBREAK
The World Health Organisation has called for an immediate ceasefire in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) to help tackle the Ebola outbreak. WHO Director General, Tedros Ghebreyesus made the call on Thursday May 28 in his message to the people of DRC posted on the agency’s website. The WHO chief urged people…
