Tag: #NigeriaNews
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CRHA SLAMS 90-DAY SUSPENSION ON FOUR COUNCILLORS OVER ALLEGED MISCONDUCT
Drama in Cross River politics as lawmakers crack down on alleged intimidation, cult links and violence. The Cross River House of Assembly has suspended four councillors of Akpabuyo Legislative Council for 90 days over alleged gross misconduct. Those suspended are Innocent Mbukpa, Patrick Etim, Bassey Edet and Tete Ubene. The decision followed a petition by…
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TRICYCLE THEFT RING BUSTED IN KANO, 8 STOLEN KEEKEES RECOVERED
Hook: A police crackdown in Kano has smashed a tricycle theft syndicate, leading to arrests and recovery of eight stolen vehicles. The Kano State Police Command says officers intercepted a suspect, Abubakar Sidi, riding a stolen tricycle along Airport Road on March 26. According to spokesperson Abdullahi Kiyawa, the suspect couldn’t prove ownership and was…
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48-HOUR LOCKDOWN IN JOS NORTH AFTER DEADLY ATTACK
Plateau government moves fast with emergency curfew after gunmen strike Angwan Rukuba community. The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area following a deadly Sunday night attack in Angwan Rukuba. State Commissioner for Information, Joyce Ramnap, said the curfew began at midnight on March 29 and will run…
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PALM SUNDAY PROCESSION FILLS ILORIN STREETS AMID SECURITY, ECONOMIC WORRIES
Colourful celebration turns into a call for safety, unity and relief from hardship. Christians across Ilorin marked Palm Sunday with vibrant street processions that doubled as a strong message to government over insecurity and rising living costs. Worshippers from different denominations gathered at Saint Barnabas Cathedral before marching through major city routes, while another group…
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UNIJOS SHIFTS EXAMS AFTER DEADLY ATTACK SHAKES JOS
Students told to stay alert as curfew hits Jos North following Sunday night violence. The University of Jos has postponed exams scheduled for Monday and Tuesday after the deadly attack on Angwan Rukuba sparked tension across the area. In a statement, Deputy Registrar Emmanuel Madugu said the decision is part of wider safety measures, including…
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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…
