Category: News
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AMAD FIRES COTE D’IVOIRE TO 1-0 VICTORY OVER ECUADOR
Ivorian winger Amad Diallo’s 90th-minute strike made the difference as Cote d`Ivoire defeated Ecuador in their first group match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in group E. The Manchester United forward who came on later in the game was set up by Wilfred Singo who broke down the right wing and delivered a pass…
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FG, WORLD BANK, INTENSIFY EFFORTS TO STRENGHTEN PUBLIC PROCUREMENT SYSTEM
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to strengthen transparency, accountability and professionalism in public procurement with the approval of seven new zonal offices for the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). This is contained in a statement by the Head of Press and Public Relations, BPP, Zira Nagga, in Abuja on Monday June15. Nagga said that…
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TROOPS ARREST SUSPECTED ARMS DEALER, RECOVER WEAPONS IN PLATEAU OPERATION
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected arms racketeer during a covert operation in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. According to military sources, the suspect was intercepted at Makera checkpoint following intelligence reports on the movement of illegal arms from Jos South towards the area. A search of the vehicle reportedly…
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KOGI TO RECLAIM FORESTS FROM CRIMINALS, SAYS GOV. ODODO
The Kogi State Government says it will intensify efforts to reclaim forest areas across the state from criminal elements. Governor Ahmed Ododo made this known during a visit to a training camp for newly recruited Forest Guard trainees in Lokoja. He said the initiative is designed to strengthen security operations and improve surveillance in forest…
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TROOPS ARREST SUSPECTED ISWAP COLLABORATOR IN BORNO IDP CAMP
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected ISWAP/Boko Haram collaborator in Gwoza, Borno State. The suspect was reportedly arrested at the Government Secondary School Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Gwoza Town. He is accused of attempting to lure members of the Hybrid Forces into a trap allegedly linked to terrorist groups operating…
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TROOPS REPEL ATTACK IN KEBBI, RECOVER WEAPONS AND EXPLOSIVES
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have repelled an attack by suspected Lakurawa terrorists during a clearance operation in Kebbi State. According to military sources, the encounter happened around Dogon Daji in Dandi Local Government Area. The suspected terrorists were engaged in a gunfight before fleeing the area. Items recovered during the operation include rocket-propelled grenade…
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RIVERS POLICE BEGIN ENFORCEMENT AGAINST COVERED AND OBSCURED VEHICLE NUMBER PLATES
The Rivers State Police Command has launched a statewide enforcement exercise targeting vehicles with covered, obscured, defaced, unauthorised, or unregistered number plates. According to the command, the operation follows a directive from the Inspector-General of Police and is aimed at strengthening public safety and improving security across the state. Police say the measure is intended…
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GUARDS BRIGADE LAUNCHES 2026 COMPETITION TO ENHANCE TROOPS’ COMBAT READINESS
The Guards Brigade of the Nigerian Army has commenced its 2026 Warrant Officers and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers Competition as part of efforts to strengthen combat readiness, professionalism and operational effectiveness among troops. Speaking at the opening ceremony in Abuja, the Commander of the Guards Brigade, Brig.-Gen. Adebisi Onasanya, said the competition aligns with the Nigerian…
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POLICE REPORT PROGRESS IN INVESTIGATION OF BENIN MARKET ABDUCTION
The Edo State Police Command says it has made significant progress in the investigation into the abduction of a woman at a popular market along Airport Road in Benin City. According to the police, operatives from the Anti-Violent Crime Unit and Anti-Kidnapping Unit are actively tracking the suspects involved in the incident, which gained widespread…
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ECOWAS PARLIAMENT MEETS IN DAKAR TO ADVANCE RENEWABLE ENERGY AND RURAL ELECTRIFICATION
West African lawmakers and stakeholders are gathering in Dakar, Senegal, for a week-long ECOWAS Parliament meeting focused on renewable energy and rural electrification across the region. The meeting will explore strategies to expand access to sustainable electricity, particularly in rural communities where many people still lack reliable power. Discussions will focus on renewable energy solutions…
