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N5.78bn SUBEB FUNDS: COURT ADJOURNS EX-KWARA GOVERNOR AHMED’S TRIAL TO JULY 27
The Kwara State High Court in Ilorin has adjourned the trial of former Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed and his former Commissioner for Finance, Ademola Banu, to July 27, 2026, for the continuation of the cross-examination of the sixth prosecution witness, Stanley Ujilibo. Justice Mahmud Abdulgafar granted the adjournment after counsel to the second defendant informed the…
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NSCDC IN KWARA RESCUES MISSING 14-YEAR OLD GIRL, ARRESTS FATHER OVER ALLEGED INCEST, FORCED ABORTION
The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a 40-year-old man, AbdulRauf Ambali, over allegations of incest, sexual abuse of his 14-year-old biological daughter, and involvement in a suspected abortion arrangement. The arrest followed credible information from residents of Alapa in Asa Local Government Area, with the matter…
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UN: 950 RIGHTS ACTIVITS, JOURNALISTS AND UNIONISTS KILLED OR DISAPPEARED IN 2025
The United Nations has reported that around 950 human rights defenders, journalists, and trade unionists were killed or forcibly disappeared globally in 2025. The figures were released in a new report by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), which tracks global attacks on individuals involved in protecting rights and freedoms. The…
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UK HOLDS KEY BY-ELECTION IN MAKERFIELD AS LEADERSHIP TENSIONS SHAPE CAMPAIGN
Voters in Makerfield are casting their ballots in a high-profile by-election that has attracted national attention in the United Kingdom. Labour candidate Andy Burnham is contesting the seat, with reports of wider political discussions around leadership and the future direction of the party. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said he would consider offering Burnham a…
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U.S., IRAN SIGN INTERIM CEASEFIRE AGREEMENT AS TALKS ON PERMANENT TRUCE BEGIN
The United States and Iran have signed an interim ceasefire agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and creating a pathway toward a permanent peace deal. According to the agreement released on Wednesday, both sides have committed to extending an existing ceasefire for 60 days while negotiations continue. The deal includes measures such as the…
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NUJ TO CONVENE NATIONAL SECURITY SUMMIT ON MEDIA–SECURITY PARTNERSHIP
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) is set to host a National Security Summit aimed at strengthening collaboration between the media and security agencies in addressing national security challenges. The summit, themed “Media and Security Agencies as Partners in Nation Building,” will bring together journalists, security experts, government officials, and other stakeholders to discuss ways…
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BPSR TO HOST STAKEHOLDERS’ FORUM ON STRENGTHENING PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
The Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR) is set to bring together government officials, policymakers, development partners, academics, and governance experts to discuss ways of strengthening public institutions and advancing public service reforms in Nigeria. The event, scheduled as part of activities marking the United Nations Public Service Day on June 23, will feature a…
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SAVE THE CHILDREN: 161 MILLION NIGERIANS STILL LACK ACCESS TO SAFE WATER
Access to safe water remains a major challenge in Nigeria, with Save the Children International (SCI) warning that more than 161 million Nigerians do not have access to safe water. Marking the 2026 Day of the African Child, SCI said inadequate access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services continues to affect the health, education…
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RENEWED HOPE MEDIA TOUR INSPECTS KEY ROAD, HOUSING PROJECTS IN ABIA
The Renewed Hope Media Tour has continued its nationwide assessment of development projects with visits to major infrastructure and housing sites across Abia State. The delegation inspected several projects, including the Ohafia–Umuahia Federal Road, the Umuahia–Uzuakoli–Akara–Ohafia Road, Omenuko Bridge, and the Abia section of the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway. The team also visited the Renewed Hope…
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LACK OF ANTENATAL CARE ENDANGERING MOTHERS, BABIES IN EDO – MIDWIFE
A midwife in Benin City, Mrs Juliet Ede, has raised concerns over the growing number of pregnant women in Edo State who fail to access antenatal care despite the availability of free maternal health services in public health facilities. Speaking in an interview on Wednesday, Ede said many expectant mothers still rely on prayer houses…
