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Governor Usman Ododo of Kogi State has flagged off the disbursement of bursary allowance and scholarship support to students in tertiary institutions. The event took place at the Glass House of Government House, Lokoja on Friday, where the Governor was represented by his Deputy, Salifu Joel. The bursary allowance and scholarship support are part of the state government’s efforts to alleviate the financial burden on students and their families. A total of 8,750 students will...

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has mourned the death of Lt. General Jeremiah Timbut Useni, saying that his demise is a monumental loss of a powerhouse insider and institutional library of the country. Atiku had in a condolence message on Friday, paid tribute to the former minister of Transport and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), noted that the late General was as a fine soldier, astute public administrator, people’s oriented politician, a kindhearted peace lover...

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Military, Police, and local vigilantes repelled coordinated attacks by gunmen on the Garaha community in Hong Local Government Area, Adamawa State on Thursday. Mr Dauda Istakis, village head of the community who confirmed the incident, said the gunmen attacked the village around 12:15 am, firing sporadically for nearly 40 minutes before the arrival of the securities. Mr. Istakis commended the military, armed vigilantes, and police for their bravery and proactive which saved the entire community....

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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) through its Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (AC OPFY) has recorded another significant achievement in its counter-terrorism campaign, killing scores of bandits and dismantling their logistics base at Alawa Forest in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State. According to a press statement on Thursday signed by Olusola F Akinboyewa, Air Vice Marshal, Director Public Relations and Information, Headquarters Nigerian Air Force (NAF) stated that the operation was conducted...

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Operatives of Ogun State Police command have rescued Sikirat, the kidnapped wife of retired Assistant Inspector General (AIG) of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, killed the kidnappers, and recovered the ransom reportedly paid to them. Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer stated this on Thursday. According to the Force Public Relations Officer, the Commissioner of Ogun State Police Command, CP Lanre Ogunlowo is billed to address newsmen on the development later...

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The Benue State government has recorded 12 cases of suspected Lassa fever within one week with three deaths. The state’s Commissioner for Health and Human Services, Dr Yanmar Ortese, who disclosed this on Wednesday said the incidents occurred in the Okpokwu Local Government Area of the state within the last week and the reported deaths and cases were still based on suspicions. “We have suspected cases of Lassa fever. Three people died with symptoms that...

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The Director General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye said no fewer than 14.3 million Nigerians are victims of drug abuse. NAFDAC Director General disclosed this at the inaugural ceremony of the agency’s youth programme, tagged, ‘’Catch Them Young,’’ held at the Government Secondary School, Rumuokwuta, Port Harcourt, on Wednesday. Adeyeye attributed the negative effects of drug abuse on families, society, and the nation’s socio-economic development....

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Former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), General Jeremiah Timbut Useni, is dead. According to family sources, he died on Thursday, January 23, 2025, following a protracted illness. The passing of the Useni was also contained in a statement by the Governor of plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, via his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere. The governor described the demise of General Useni as a tremendous loss not only to his immediate...

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The Rivers State Command of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), in collaboration with other security agencies, has arrested 90 foreign nationals in Rivers State for alleged involvement in cybercrime. Y.I. Abdulmajeed, Rivers State Comptroller of NIS who confirmed the arrests in a statement on Tuesday said the suspects were involved in cybercriminal activities aimed at defrauding innocent Nigerians. “A total of 94 individuals were arrested, including 85 Cameroonians, five Chadians, and four Nigerians. Of the...

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Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, marking the beginning of a new era in American politics. In his inaugural address, Trump proclaimed that the “golden age” of America has begun, vowing to restore the country’s sovereignty, safety, and prosperity. He declared January 20 as “liberation day” and announced that “America’s decline is over,” promising rapid changes across various areas such as immigration, tariffs, and energy. Trump’s...

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