Category: News
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U.S. MILITARY ARRIVES NIGERIA TO TRAIN TROOPS, BOOST TERROR FIGHT
About 100 American military specialists have landed in Bauchi—not for combat, but to help strengthen Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. The Defence Headquarters says the United States has deployed about 100 military personnel to Nigeria to train and support the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) in tackling security threats. According to defence spokesman Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba,…
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KANO BUREAU DISMISSES CLAIM OF 2 MILLION CHILD STREET BEGGARS
Officials say verified data shows far fewer street beggars, challenge NGO to prove its figures. The Kano State Bureau of Statistics (KSBS) has rejected claims that over two million underage children are living as street beggars, calling the figure misleading and unsupported by official data. The bureau’s Director-General, Dr Suraj Sulaiman, said its own mapping…
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UK SCRAPS VISA STICKERS FOR NIGERIANS, INTRODUCES DIGITAL EVISA FROM FEB. 25
Travel to the UK just got more digital as Nigerians will no longer receive visa stickers in their passports. The UK Government has announced that starting Feb. 25, Nigerian travellers applying for UK Visit visas will receive an electronic visa (eVisa) instead of the traditional vignette sticker. The new system allows applicants to access their…
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KEBBI CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL ARGUNGU FESTIVAL, THANKS TINUBU, SPONSORS
Global spotlight returns to Argungu as Kebbi applauds strong federal backing and cultural revival. Kebbi Deputy Governor, Sen. Umar Tafida, has hailed President Bola Tinubu, sponsors, and the people of the state for the successful hosting of the 61st Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival. He said the President’s presence at the historic event highlighted…
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FG DEPLOYS 2,000+ TRACTORS TO SUPERCHARGE FARMING, BOOST FOOD SECURITY
Major mechanisation push aims to empower farmers, increase yields, and strengthen Nigeria’s food independence. The Bank of Agriculture and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security have rolled out more than 2,000 tractors and heavy-duty machines to mechanised farmers under the Renewed Hope National Agricultural Mechanisation Programme (NAMP). Backed by Heifer International and Heifer…
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MAGISTRATES CRY OUT OVER POOR WELFARE, INSECURITY IN SOUTH-SOUTH
Judicial stakeholders warn that neglecting magistrates could weaken justice delivery and fuel corruption. Stakeholders across South-South Nigeria have urged state governments to urgently provide official vehicles, housing, and improved welfare for magistrates to boost their safety, morale, and effectiveness. Legal practitioners say many magistrates still rely on public transport or motorcycles to work, exposing them…
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GOVERNORS RALLY AFTER DEADLY TERROR ATTACKS IN NIGER & KWARA
NGF urges swift action as communities reel from coordinated assaults. The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has condemned the recent terrorist attacks in Niger and Kwara States, calling them tragic assaults on innocent citizens and a threat to national peace. The attacks in Tunga-Makeri, Konkoso, Pissa (Niger) and Woro (Kwara) reportedly left several dead and others…
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SECURITY FORCES REPPEL BANDIT ATTACK IN KWARA COMMUNITY
Swift action saves Saare residents as bandits flee after evening raid. Residents of Saare in Ifelodun LGA, Kwara State, were thrown into panic on Sunday evening when armed bandits stormed the community, firing shots into the air. Villagers ran for cover as gunfire echoed through the streets. A coordinated response by local vigilantes and security…
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MAKE CHILDHOOD CANCER TREATMENT FREE, SIX-YEAR-OLD PLEADS TO FG
6-year-old Lois Adebayo and other advocates urge the government to lift the burden on families battling childhood cancer. A brave six-year-old cancer warrior, Ms. Lois Adebayo, alongside her mother, Gloria, called on President Bola Tinubu to make childhood cancer treatment free during an advocacy outreach at Church of Christ Kado, Abuja, supported by the Akanimo…
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NIGERIA NOT READY FOR REAL-TIME ELECTION RESULT TRANSMISSION — SENATOR WARNS
Power shortages and weak tech infrastructure could undermine plans for instant electronic result transmission ahead of 2027, Senator Kenneth Eze cautions. Sen. Kenneth Eze (Ebonyi Central) says Nigeria currently lacks the infrastructure needed for seamless real-time electronic transmission of election results, urging caution as lawmakers review amendments to the Electoral Act ahead of the 2027…
