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Okada man arrested for allegedly sodomising 15-year-old boy in Ondo

The NSCDC said that the suspect would be charged to court after the conclusion of investigation. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, says it has arrested a 35-year-old commercial motorcyclist, Peter Nweke, for allegedly raping a 15-year-old boy (name withheld) in Ondo State. DSC Daniel Aidamenbor, NSCDC Ondo Command Public…

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Global conference on anti-corruption sets agenda for Tinubu

The chairman noted that there had been no reasons to believe that there was going to be any serious fight against corruption, given the experiences of the past years. The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Center) and its international partners have set agenda for President Bola Tinubu on anti-corruption in Nigeria. HEDA and…

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15 children with health challenges receive ₦‎100m succour

GIPLC was established in 2006 and has raised and disbursed over US$5 million to date to assist children with critical health conditions. An NGO, Global Initiative for Peace, Love and Care (GIPLC), on Thursday, donated N100 million to 15 children with critical health challenges. Nuhu Kwajafa, Director General/National Coordinator, GIPLC, during the disbursement of the…

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NDLEA destroys 25.5 tons illicit substances in Sokoto

Marwa said the destructive effect of drug abuse and illicit trafficking in the society is no longer a myth. The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Sokoto state on Thursday destroyed 25.5 tons of seized Illicit drugs and substances. Retired Brig-Gen Buba Marwa, the NDLEA Chairman gave the figures at the burning of exhibits…

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Lawmakers to get ₦‎70bn from Tinubu’s ₦‎819bn palliative package

Kalu lauded the President for having a listening ear, adding that the President’s boldness and courage were commendable. Lawmakers in the National Assembly will get ₦‎70 billion allocation from President Bola Tinubu’s N819 billion palliative meant to cushion the effect of fuel subsidy on Nigerians. This followed the passing of an amendment to the ₦819.5…

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MDAs owe EKEDC over ₦‎42bn – MD

The EKEDC boss solicited the support of electricity consumers and stakeholders in tackling energy theft and vandalism within the company’s network. Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has disclosed that Ministries, Departments and Agencies owed the Disco over ₦42 billion to date. Dr Tinuade Sanda, Chief Executive Officer, EKEDC, disclosed this during a customer engagement forum…

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Court stops Yahaya Bello, IGP, DSS from arresting SDP guber candidate

The judge, who directed the respondents to be served with the court documents, adjourned the matter until July 28 for hearing. A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Thursday, restrained Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi and the acting Inspector-General (I-G) of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, from arresting or detaining Alhaji Murtala Ajaka, the Social Democratic Party (SDP)’s…

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Al-Hikmah varsity introduces medical school, prioritises natural medicine

The vice-chancellor explained that the university has witnessed significant strides in the realm of academic excellence. Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, has announced the commencement of academic activities in its Medical School with bias in natural medicine. The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Noah Yusuf, disclosed this to newsmen while marking his third anniversary in office, on…

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We’re taking our country back, Tinubu assures Nigerian women

Reaffirming his administration’s open-door policy, Tinubu explained that the unity of the country is essential and central to his mind. President Bola Tinubu has assured women in the country that his administration would retrieve Nigeria from the vested interests that have stifled her development. He also assured the women that issues of security, healthcare system…

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Soyinka remains an inspiration, says Tinubu

The president said that Soyinka remained a beacon and source of inspiration and support to many. President Bola Tinubu has poured encomiums on Nobel Laureate and elder statesman, Prof. Wole Soyinka on the 89th birthday of the literary icon. In a statement by Presidential Spokesman, Dele Alake, Tinubu described Soyinka as a veritable source of…

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