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Bandit kingpin to security operatives: Kill 10 of us, 20 ‘ll emerge
KATSINA—A notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Ummaru, has warned security operatives that adopting a purely kinetic approach to tackling insecurity in Katsina State would only worsen the crisis, insisting that “if you kill 10 of us today, 20 more will emerge tomorrow.” Ummaru issued the warning at the weekend during a peace meeting between bandit groups […]
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Ibas rejects Assembly’s move to probe six-month spending
The immediate past Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), and the Rivers State House of Assembly may be gearing up for a showdown following the latter’s decision to probe the state’s expenditure over the last few months under the former. Ibas ceased to be the administrator of the oil-rich state on September 17, […]
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NAHCON sets October 8 deadline for 2026 Hajj fare payment
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has announced October 8, 2025, as the deadline for States Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards, Agencies, Commissions, and licensed Hajj Tour Operators, to remit Hajj fares ahead of the 2026 pilgrimage. Recall that the Commission had earlier announced a provisional fare of N8.5 million for the 2026 Hajj exercise, as part of […]
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JUST IN: FG revokes 1,263 mineral licences over unpaid fees
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, has announced a fresh revocation of not less than 1,263 mineral licences. These licenses, which will now be deleted from the Electronic Mining Cadastral System portal of the Nigerian Mining Cadastral Office, include 584 exploration licences, 65 mining leases, 144 quarry licenses, and 470 small-scale […]
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Remi Tinubu@65: Shettima, Apkabio, Otu, others hail first lady for humanitarian work
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, marked her 65th birthday on Sunday with widespread tributes from political leaders, public figures, and family members, reflecting her influence in national service, philanthropy, and grassroots empowerment. Vice President Kashim Shettima joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the milestone, describing her as “an inestimable mother of the nation whose […]
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Just in: Ladoja urges Ooni to foster unity among Yoruba monarchs
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, on Sunday, paid a visit to the Olubadan designate, Rashidi Ladoja, at his Bodija private residence in Ibadan, Oyo State. Oba Ladoja will be installed as the 44th Olubadan on Friday, September 26, 2025, following the demise of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who joined his ancestors […]
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NDLEA nabs woman with 1.4kg meth hidden in butt pad underwear at Lagos airport
The Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a businesswoman, Okolonkwo Ebere Theresa, for concealing illicit drugs in her underwear while attempting to board a Qatar Airways flight to Doha, Qatar. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi. Babafemi […]
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Lagos LCDA Vice Chairman Dies After Two Months In Office
The Vice Chairman of Badagry West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos State, Princess Oluremi Nutayi Ajose, has died two months after assuming office. Ajose, who was sworn in on July 27, 2025, alongside the LCDA Chairman, Hon. Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren, and five councilors, was inaugurated by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The council […]
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Updated: Shettima departs Abuja for New York to attend UN General Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed Vice President Kashim Shettima to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly held in New York, United States of America. Senator Shettima, who is scheduled to join other leaders at the global event to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, slated for […]
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2 dead, 4 injured in DICON factory explosion
Two people, including a military officer, were killed and four others critically injured on Saturday following an explosion at the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) factory in the Kurmin Gwari area of Kaduna. The blast, reportedly from gunpowder used in arms production, occurred during a weekend shift, shaking nearby buildings and sending residents into […]
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Updated: President Tinubu, Atiku, Kwankwaso to attend coronation of 44th Olubadan
President Bola Tinubu, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, and other prominent dignitaries are expected to attend the coronation of Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The ceremony will take place at the historic Mapo Hall grounds, attracting Yoruba monarchs, state governors, political leaders, business figures, and […]
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148 Nigerian migrants return from Sudan
The National Emergency Management Agency, Kano Operations Office, has received 148 Nigerian migrant returnees from Sudan as part of ongoing efforts to facilitate the safe return of Nigerians abroad. According to a statement released on Saturday by NEMA, the returnees arrived at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport aboard a chartered flight operated by Tarco Aviation […]
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Sack All Of Ibas Appointees – APC Chieftain Advises Fubara
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has advised the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, to sack all appointees of the Sole Administrator over the past six months. The six-month suspension of the sole administrator, Ibok-Ette Ibas, has resulted in some appointments. However, speaking via a statement, Eze urged Fubara to […]
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Shoprite not exiting Nigeria, says firm
Retail Supermarkets Nigeria Limited, the operator of the Shoprite franchise in the country, has debunked reports suggesting it is leaving Nigeria. The company, in a statement on Friday, was reacting to recent reports of empty shelves and temporary closures at some outlets. It explained that the current development was not an exit move but part […]
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FCT doctors suspend strike, to resume next week
The Association of Resident Doctors in the Federal Capital Territory Administration has announced the suspension of its indefinite strike, and confirmed that members will return to work on Monday at 8 am. Speaking on Friday, the President of the association, George Ebong, explained that the decision to temporarily halt the strike followed interventions from the […]
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BREAKING: Fubara Addresses Rivers People After Six Months Suspension
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Friday arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, two days after President Bola Tinubu lifted the state of emergency imposed on the state and ordered his reinstatement. The aircraft touched down at exactly 11:50 a.m. Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced a state broadcast for 6 p.m. today, […]
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JUST IN: Dangote Refinery stops sales to unregistered marketers
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has suspended self-collection gantry sales of petroleum products at its facility with effect from Thursday, September 18, 2025. This was contained in a mail correspondence obtained by our correspondent on Friday, which was signed by the Group Commercial Operations Department of the company. The directive aims to promote […]
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Nigeria Can Now Produce 5,000 Passports Daily – Tunji-Ojo
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) says it can now produce up to 5,000 passports per day, following the launch of a Centralised Passport Personalisation Centre in Abuja. The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the development on Thursday during an inspection of the facility at the NIS Headquarters. According to him, the new centralised system marks the […]
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FG Gives Mining Firms December 31 Deadline to Sign Community Development Agreements
The Federal Government has ordered all mining and quarrying companies operating in Nigeria to conclude their Community Development Agreements (CDAs) with host communities by December 31, 2025, or risk stiff sanctions, including licence revocation. The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, the Federal Government, has mandated all mining and quarrying companies operating in Nigeria to finalise […]
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Emergency rule: Uncertainty in Rivers as Fubara delays return
Thousands of supporters, who had thronged Government House, Port Harcourt, on Thursday to welcome the reinstated Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, went home disappointed after he failed to appear. Fubara was scheduled to resume duties as Governor of Rivers State on Thursday, following the end of the six-month emergency rule imposed on the state by […]
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Nigerians lucky Tinubu is tolerant of criticisms – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said Nigerians must count themselves lucky to have a leader like President Bola Tinubu, whom he described as tolerant of criticisms. Wike said it is only in Nigeria that a citizen would go on social media to describe the President as a “criminal”, expecting no […]
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FG may issue N758bn pension bond – PenCom
The Federal Government may issue a N758bn bond before the first week of October to clear outstanding pension liabilities, the National Pension Commission has disclosed. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, the Director of Contribution and Bond Redemption Department at PenCom, Usman Musa, explained that the process had already begun and was […]
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Customs set superintendent cadre pre-test for September 22
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced that applicants invited for its Superintendent cadre recruitment will participate in a Pre-Test exercise on Monday, 22 September 2025, at 3:00 p.m. In a statement shared on its X handle on Thursday, the Service explained that the pre-test is designed to help candidates familiarise themselves with the system ahead […]
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Tinubu to visit Kaduna Today for wedding of Senator Yari’s son
President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to visit Kaduna State on Friday. During the trip, the President will attend the wedding ceremony of Nasirudeen Yari and Safiyya Shehu Idris. Nasirudeen is the son of Senator Abdul’aziz Yari, who represents Zamfara West. While in the state, President Tinubu will also pay a courtesy visit to Aisha Buhari, […]
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FG ends passport production at multiple centres after 62 years
The Nigeria Immigration Service has officially ended passport production at multiple centres, transitioning to a single, centralised system for the first time in 62 years. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, said this on Thursday while inspecting Nigeria’s new Centralised Passport Personalisation Centre at the NIS Headquarters in Abuja. He stated that since the establishment […]
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Breaking: Ibas Officially Hands Over To Fubara
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ette Ibas, has officially handed over to the reinstated Governor of the State, Siminalayi Fubara. In his final statewide broadcast, Ibas urged the people of the state to support Fubara as he resumes his duties as the state’s leader.  President Bola Tinubu had suspended Fubara six months ago while declaring […]
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Tinubu condoles with FIRS, UBA over Afriland fire tragedies
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the families of victims and to the management and staff of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, United Capital and United Bank for Africa, following Tuesday’s fire outbreak at Afriland Building on Broad Street, Lagos Island. It was reported that seven victims have been confirmed dead after the […]
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Why FG Reintroduced History In Basic Education Curriculum – Minister
The Federal Government said it reintroduced Nigerian history as a compulsory subject in the national basic education curriculum to “foster national identity, unity, patriotism, and responsible citizenship among young Nigerians”. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, gave the reasons in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Wednesday by the Director, Press […]
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FG, states, LGs shared N2.2tn August revenue – FAAC
The Federation Account Allocation Committee on Wednesday said the Federal Government, states, and Local Government Councils shared a total of N2.225tn as August 2025 revenue, representing an increase of N224.118bn or 11.2 per cent compared with the N2.001tn distributed for July. The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, in a statement on Wednesday […]
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