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target=_blank>Imo police investigate Egbu power station incident, deny hostage claims
From Stanley Uzoaru, Owerri The Imo State Police Command has launched an investigation into an incident at the Egbu 132/33kV Transmission Substation, dispelling claims that personnel were held hostage. According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, the Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, has directed the State Criminal Investigation
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target=_blank>Ebonyi police rescue hostage from hotel toilet
Police arrest 3, kill robbery suspect From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The Ebonyi State Police Command has rescued a kidnap victim, Obasi Thank-God, who was abducted by suspected kidnappers and tied up inside a hotel toilet. Obasi was abducted in Ezzamgbo, Ohaukwu Local Government Area of the state by the hoodlums who demanded N5,000,000 ransom before
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target=_blank>Insecurity: Those calling for my arrest spineless, unpatriotic – Sheikh Gumi
By John Ogunsemore Kaduna-based Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has lambasted those demanding his arrest over alleged fraternising with bandits. He described them as “spineless”, “irresponsible” and “unpatriotic” individuals that have failed to recognise his efforts to bring lasting end to banditry in northern Nigeria. Gumi stated this in a statement shared on Facebook on
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target=_blank>PDP crisis: South-South zonal scribe Turnah dismisses expulsion claims
Reaffirms loyalty to Wike From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Zonal Secretary, South-South of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and caretaker Chairman of Bayelsa State PDP, Hon George Turnah, has described as laughable his purported expulsion from the party announced at the just-concluded controversial national convention of the party in Ibadan, Oyo State. Turnah, in a
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target=_blank>Tinubu’s peace envoy to Plateau holds talks with critical stakeholders from 17 LGAs
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has taken a decisive step toward restoring peace on the Plateau by sending Senior Special Assistant on Community Engagement for the North Central Zone, Abiodun Essiet, to the state. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, during her two-day visit, Essiet
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target=_blank>Adeola: How Nigeria can use tourism to drive socioeconomic growth, national unity
From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta Ogun West Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has disclosed how Nigeria as a nation can use tourism to enhance socioeconomic growth and national unity. According to the senator, tourism can serve as a catalyst not only for economic development but also to enhance promotion of a desired unity
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target=_blank>NDLEA nabs drug baron Ibemesi with 1,762kg cannabis in Lagos
From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Operatives of a Special Operations Unit of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a wanted drug baron who operates under the cover of a businessman and hotelier, Frank Chijioke Ibemesi, alias Chisco Bee, after weeks of intelligence and surveillance on his criminal activities. The 42-year-old Ibemesi, who is
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target=_blank>MTI-Nigeria raises concern over proliferation of fake institutions
From Okwe Obi, Abuja The Mediation Training Institute (MTI-Nigeria) has warned Nigerians against enrolling in unregistered firms offering Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) training, saying many of them operate illegally and issue certificates without legal or professional value. MTI-Nigeria President Segun Ogunyanwo, in a statement yesterday, cautioned individuals and corporate bodies to verify the accreditation status
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target=_blank>Customs boss assures Nigeria’s FATF Grey List exit is permanent
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nigeria’s Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has assured that Nigeria’s recent exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list on Thursday, October 24, 2025, is permanent. Speaking at a weekend briefing ahead of the Customs PACT (C-PACT) Conference scheduled for Monday, November 17–19, 2025, in Abuja, with the
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target=_blank>Zamfara: Crisis rocks APC as 3 chieftains sue party chair over illegal suspension
From Okwe Obi, Abuja Three All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders in Zamfara State have instituted a suit at the State High Court, Gusau, challenging their suspension from the party for attending the Wamban Shinkafi Democratic Front’s stakeholders meeting on November 11. The suit was instituted by Babangida Aliyu Shinkafi – APC chairman, Shinkafi South Ward,
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target=_blank>NIMASA’s New Maritime Labour E-Platform To Boost Competitiveness
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has expressed confidence that its new Maritime Labour E-Platform will significantly enhance efficiency and global competitiveness in the country’s maritime sector. At a sensitisation workshop held in Lagos, users were taken through practical demonstrations and interactive sessions on how to register, verify, and issue identity cards to…
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target=_blank>Dengue Fever Outbreak: Sokoto Confirms Eight Cases
The Sokoto State Government has confirmed eight cases of Dengue Fever, placing health authorities on high alert. The confirmed cases were detected in Sokoto North and Sokoto South Local Government Areas. In response, the Ministry of Health has directed all public and private health facilities to intensify surveillance and immediately report any suspected cases. Commissioner…
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target=_blank>Whistleblowers: Sole Arbitrator Who Gave Award To First Bank Over GHL Is A Shareholder
…Non-disclosure of conflict of interest to all parties is ground to set aside decision, say experts The last may not have been heard in the First Bank Nigeria’s (FBN) bid to take over the assets of General Hydrocarbons Limited (GHL), as fresh facts have revealed that the retired Supreme Court judge, Kumai Bayang Akaahs, who…
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target=_blank>PDP Dissolves Party Structures In Imo, Abia, Enugu, A’Ibom, Rivers
The opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP), on Saturday announced the dissolution of the party structures in Imo, Abia, Enugu, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers states. Governor Seyi Makinde made this announcement at the party’s National Convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State capital from Friday, November 14 to Saturday, November 15. Sunday Telegraph reports that the decision followed…
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target=_blank>Convention: Wike’s Expulsion Deepens PDP Crisis
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has further deepened the leadership crisis in the opposition party. Sunday Telegraph had earlier reported that the PDP expelled Wike, the former Governor of Osun State, Ayo Fayose and several other high-ranking leaders over anti-party activities. The decision was…
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target=_blank>Anambra Community Flags Off Youth Sports Festival Five Years After Gunmen Siege
As peace returns to Ihiala Local Government Area in Anambra State, Uli Community has launched its 2025 Fresh Air Ifechidelu Youth Cup, marking the first major community sports festival in over five years. For more than half a decade, communities in Ihiala were plagued by violent attacks from gunmen, resulting in numerous deaths and widespread…
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target=_blank>World Diabetes Day: MAAVF Conducts Free Medical Outreach In Ondo
The Medical Aid and Advocacy for the Vulnerable Foundation (MAAVF) provided free medical outreach to hundreds of residents in Bolorunduro and surrounding communities in Ondo East Local Government Area of Ondo State as part of activities marking World Diabetes Day. Residents from Bolorunduro, Bagbo, Owena, Kajola, and neighbouring communities thronged the Civic Centre of the…
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target=_blank>Igbo Unity Day: Eno Reaffirms Commitment To Inclusive Leadership
Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has reiterated his administration’s commitment to unity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity for all residents, regardless of ethnic origin. The Governor gave the assurance on Saturday, November 15, 2025, while addressing members of Ohaneze Ndi Igbo Worldwide, Akwa Ibom State Chapter, during the Igbo Unity Day Celebration held at…
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target=_blank>UACC Proposes Establishment Of University, Celebrates 60th Anniversary
The United Apostolic Church of Christ Worldwide (UACC) has announced plans to establish a university to serve both its members and the wider Nigerian public. According to the Church, a large expanse of land has already been acquired to accommodate a primary school, secondary school, and the proposed university, pending approval from the National Universities…
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target=_blank>Yoruba Leaders, Islamic Clerics Unite Against Foreign Plots To Divide Nigeria
Prominent Islamic clerics, political figures, and traditional rulers across Yorubaland have issued a strong call for national unity, urging Nigerians to reject attempts by foreign actors to use religion as a tool of division. Speaking at a three-day conference held in Ikeja, Lagos, the leaders emphasised Nigeria’s long-standing legacy of peaceful coexistence and advised citizens…
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