Category: News
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KWARA, OLAM AGRI JOIN FORCES TO CUT FARM LOSSES
New partnership targets better storage, stronger markets and higher profits for thousands of farmers. The Kwara State Government has teamed up with Olam Agri to tackle post-harvest losses and improve farmers’ earnings across the state. Officials say poor storage remains a major challenge, so the partnership will focus on activating storage facilities to preserve crops,…
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WIKE CALLS PDP APPEAL “BASELESS,” CONVENTION TO GO AHEAD
Despite Turaki-led PDP’s Supreme Court appeal, the party’s national convention is full steam ahead, says FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed the Tanimu Turaki-led PDP’s appeal of the Court of Appeal ruling on the party’s leadership, calling it “baseless” and insisting it won’t disrupt the national convention scheduled for…
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APC CONVENTION: 3 DROPPED, YILWATDA LEADS NEW NWC TEAM
Major shake-up at APC’s national convention as 3 top officers exit and Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda takes the helm. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has unveiled its new National Working Committee (NWC) after the national convention in Abuja. Three former members — Deputy National Chairman (South) Emma Eneukwu, Deputy National Organising Secretary Nze Duru, and National…
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POLICE PROBE TEEN’S DEATH AT UI SWIMMING POOL
A tragic discovery at the University of Ibadan has triggered a full police investigation into a suspected murder. Police in Oyo State have launched an investigation after the body of a teenage boy was found in the University of Ibadan swimming pool. Authorities say the victim, believed to be between 14 and 15 years old,…
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FRSC PROMOTES 120 SENIOR OFFICERS TO BOOST ROAD SAFETY MISSION
Major career boost across the Corps as 120 senior officers move up the ranks to strengthen leadership and performance. The Federal Road Safety Corps has promoted 120 senior officers nationwide in a move aimed at building a stronger, more results-driven workforce. The promotion, approved by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation and effective…
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FRSC RECOVERS STOLEN CAR 11 YEARS AFTER DISAPPEARANCE
A routine registration check led to a shocking discovery — a car stolen in 2015 has finally been found. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has recovered a suspected stolen Toyota Camry in Ebonyi, 11 years after it was reported missing. The breakthrough happened during a routine verification at the National Vehicle Identification Scheme (NVIS)…
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POLICE LAUNCH TRUST WEEK AHEAD OF NATIONAL POLICE DAY
From sanitation drives to walkathons and free medical outreach, the police are rolling out a full week of community-focused activities. The Zone 2 Police Command in Lagos has announced a week-long programme to mark the 2026 National Police Day, running from March 30 to April 7. The initiative, themed “Community Partnership: Building Trust,” is aimed…
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TROOPS FOIL ISWAP ASSAULT, 38 INSURGENTS KILLED IN BORNO
A pre-dawn attack on a military base ended in heavy losses for insurgents after troops launched a fierce counteroffensive backed by air support. Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled a multi-front ISWAP attack on a Forward Operating Base in Mandaragirau, Borno State. The military says soldiers responded with a coordinated ground and air operation,…
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FOREST SECURITY SERVICE LAUNCHES COUNTER-TERROR UNIT
Nigeria’s forests are getting a new security boost as a specialised unit steps in to tackle banditry and kidnapping head-on. The Nigerian Forest Security Service (NFSS) has unveiled a new Counter-Terrorism Unit aimed at strengthening security in rural and forested communities. At the inauguration in Abuja, NFSS leadership said the unit will focus on intelligence…
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ANAMBRA COMMUNITY TO GET HYBRID LIBRARY BOOSTING DIGITAL LEARNING
A new library blending books and e-learning is on the way — giving students a smarter place to study, especially during holidays. Aguata LGA in Anambra has unveiled plans to build a modern hybrid community library in Igboukwu, combining traditional books with digital learning tools to improve access to knowledge. Council Chairman Dr Chibueze Ofobuike…
