Category: News
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NESREA SHUTS DOWN 30 ABUJA SITES IN ENVIRONMENT CRACKDOWN
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency has sealed 30 construction sites across Abuja over violations of environmental laws. Affected sites include firms like Primgate Reality and XTadok Nigeria Limited in Wuye, and Samdus Limited in Asokoro. According to DG Innocent Barikor, the crackdown followed inspections that exposed poor compliance—especially failure to provide proper…
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NIGERIA MOVES TO PROTECT LOCAL BREEDS, BOOST LIVESTOCK FUTURE
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project is stepping up efforts to protect and maximise Nigeria’s indigenous animal genetic resources. Speaking in Abuja, National Coordinator Sanusi Abubakar said the push is key to improving livestock productivity, tackling climate challenges, and strengthening food security. The plan? Get serious about tracking and understanding local breeds—what they are,…
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BENUE’S “AGRIC GOLDMINE” + POULTRY WARNING: EXPERTS SOUND THE ALARM
A former president of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association, Charles Ibe, has urged Benue State to fully harness its rich agriculture and livestock sector, describing it as a “goldmine” capable of reducing dependence on federal allocations. Speaking in Makurdi, he highlighted crops like soybeans, cassava, millet, and sorghum as globally competitive assets, stressing that strong…
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BENUE SITTING ON “AGRIC GOLDMINE” — EXPERT URGES STATE TO CASH IN
A former president of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association, Charles Ibe, is urging the Benue Government to stop relying heavily on federal allocations and fully tap into its rich agricultural and livestock resources. Speaking in Makurdi during World Veterinary Day events, Ibe described the state as a “goldmine” of crops like soybeans, sorghum, millet, and…
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SEA PIRATES FOILED: POLICE, EFCC RESCUE ABDUCTED PASSENGERS
Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force and Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have rescued 14 passengers abducted by sea pirates along the Calabar–Oron waterways. Police spokesperson Timfon John said the breakthrough came after intelligence-led operations and sustained pressure on criminal groups operating in the maritime corridor. All victims were rescued unharmed and are currently receiving…
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REMI TINUBU FLAGS OFF PROJECTS, FOOD PROGRAMME IN BORNO
Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has commissioned key projects in Maiduguri, including modern nursing quarters and two mega primary schools built by Gov. Babagana Zulum. The new quarters—eight fully furnished blocks—aim to improve living conditions for healthcare workers, while the schools come with ICT centres, solar power, and sports facilities to upgrade learning. She also…
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NEW DELTA CP MOVES TO BOOST POLICE–MILITARY SYNERGY
The newly deployed Delta Commissioner of Police, Yemi Oyeniyi, has hit the ground running, calling for deeper collaboration between security agencies to tackle crime more effectively. During a strategic visit to the 63 Brigade Nigerian Army operating under Operation DELTA SAFE, Oyeniyi stressed that intelligence sharing and joint operations are critical—especially in the state’s riverine…
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LAGOS TASKFORCE DEBUNKS VIRAL “TRAVEL GUIDE” CLAIMS
The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Unit has dismissed a viral post claiming its operatives are arresting motorists around Sheraton Link Bridge and Toyin Street. Spokesperson Abdulraheem Gbadeyan described the report as false and malicious, insisting the agency is not carrying out traffic enforcement. According to him, the Taskforce has stayed off traffic duties…
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DISASTER AVERTED: POLICE RECOVER EXPLOSIVES IN A’IBOM CUSTODIAL CENTRE
The Akwa Ibom State Police Command has recovered dangerous explosive materials inside the Ikot Ekpene Custodial Centre, preventing what officials say could have been a major disaster. Police spokesperson Timfom John said the operation followed credible intelligence from correctional authorities. Acting on the tip-off, Commissioner of Police Baba Azare deployed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)…
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MILITARY PUSHES TEAMWORK, STRIKES TERROR HIDEOUTS IN NORTH
The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to inter-agency collaboration, with 8 Division GOC Bemgba Koughna stressing that teamwork is key to tackling insecurity in the North-West. Speaking during a study tour by the Air Force War College, he highlighted ongoing operations like Operation FANSAN YAMMA as critical to restoring peace. At the same time,…
