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Gunmen kill 21 persons, 7 sustain injuries in Plateau

Gov. Mutfwang condemned the attacks and called on security agencies to fish out the perpetrators and bring them to book. Unknown gunmen have killed 21 persons in Baton and Rayogot, Heipang District, Barkin Ladi Local Government of Plateau. Mr Rwang Tengwong, the National Publicity Secretary of Berom Youth Movement (BYM), a socio-cultural group, disclosed this…

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Gov Uzodinma reiterates his support for security agencies

Ogalla commended the governor for all the support given to the Nigerian Navy. As part of his administration’s effort to protect the people of Imo State, Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma has guaranteed his continuous support to the security agencies in the state. During the familiarization visit of the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel…

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Policemen, hunters rescue kidnap victim after gunning down abductors in Osun

The victim was abducted when an 11-man gang attacked Abase Village in Osun State. A combined security team of police and hunters, has rescued a herder identified simply as Alhaji Adamu. Adamu was abducted in the early hours of Tuesday, August 8, 2023, by an 11-man gang that attacked Abase Village, but was rescued by…

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APC advises Zamfara Govt. to focus on security

The governor’s aide called on the people to continue to support the administration in its bid to address security challenges and move the state forward. The Zamfara Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed concern over the current security situation in the state and has advised Gov. Dauda Lawal to focus on addressing…

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APC UK strategises for active participation in Tinubu’s administration

The chairman of the chapter emphasised the need for inclusiveness in Tinubu’s administration, said that various distinguished speakers and caucus leaders would take the stage at the meeting to discuss the future direction and objectives of APC. The APC UK Chapter says arrangements have been concluded to bring together members and prospective ones to discuss…

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Igbo Landing: How some Igbos chose to drown to their deaths over slavery

The Igbo Landing is a story of defiance and courage in the face of slavery. Not only is The Igbo Landing a place located on St. Simons Island in Glynn County, Georgia, but it also signifies the poignant tale of Igbo captives from Nigeria who were forcefully transported to the Georgia coast in 1803. It…

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NEMA urges Adamawa residents in flood prone areas to relocate to safer areas

The Agency in collaboration with the state government had sensitised communities on the dangers of flood through the Local Emergency Management Agency. The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has advised residents of Adamawa in flood prone areas to relocate to safer places. Mr Ladan Ayuba, Head of Operations, NEMA, Adamawa Field Office, made the call…

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ECOWAS leaders meet on Niger’s political situation

Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, Bola Tinubu is hosting the leaders at the State House to decide on the next lines of action after the series of proposition made to the military junta in Niger to restore democratic governance in that member country. The Heads of State and Government…

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QNET launches financial literacy programme for youths

Regional manager for QNET expressed that like the pilot programme, the second phase would employ the train-the-trainers model, ensuring that the learning was transmitted to the community for a more sustainable outcome. QNET, a lifestyle and wellness focused E-commerce company, says it has launched the second phase of its financial literacy programme, ‘FinGreen’, to empower…

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Military Junta in Niger forms new government amidst diplomatic tensions

Military Junta in Niger forms new government amidst diplomatic tensions The military leaders who staged a coup in the Republic of Niger last month have announced the formation of a new government. This announcement was made via a decree broadcasted on national television on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Ali…

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