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NUJ GIVES RIVERS POLICE 14 DAYS TO APOLOGIZE FOR ASSAULTING JOURNALISTS OR FACE MEDIA BLACKOUT. (PHOTO).

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  The Rivers State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Rivers State Police Command, demanding a public apology for the assault on five journalists during a peaceful protest in Port Harcourt. Failure to comply, the union warned, would result in a statewide media blackout. In a statement jointly signed by Council Chairman Comrade Paul Bazia and Secretary Dr. Ijeoma Tubosia, the NUJ condemned the police actions as ā€œunprovoked, barbaric, and inhuman,ā€ calling for the immediate identification and prosecution of the officers involved. ā€œThe NUJ, as a watchdog of society, will not sit idly by while media practitioners are subjected to barbarism and brutality. Enough is enough,ā€ the statement read, adding that further attacks on journalists would be ā€œvehemently resisted.ā€ The assaulted journalistsā€”Charles Opurum of Channels TV, Allwell Ene of Naija FM, Soibelemari Oruwari of Nigeria Info, Ikezam Godswill of AIT, and Femi Ogunkhilede of Supe...
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LEGENDARY ACTOR MANOJ KUMAR DIES AT 87: ā€˜ROTI KAPADA AUR MAKAANā€™ DIRECTOR BREATHES HIS LAST IN MUMBAI. (PHOTOS).

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 Legendary actor Manoj Kumar dies at 87: ā€˜Roti Kapada Aur Makaanā€™ director breathes his last in Mumbai Manoj Kumar, the Bollywood actor and filmmaker, renowned for his patriotic films, passed away at the age of 87 at Mumbai's Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. The cause of his death was identified as cardiogenic shock due to acute myocardial infarction, according to medical reports. The medical reports confirmed that apart from a severe heart attack that took away his life, Manoj had been battling decompensated liver cirrhosis for the past few months, ANI reported. Following deteriorating health condition, he was admitted to the hospital on February 21, 2025. Popularly known as ā€˜Bharat Kumar,ā€™ Manoj Kumar was an exceptional director and actor who was honoured with National Film Award. He also received the Padma Shri in 1992 and Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2015, which is the highest award in field of Indian cinema presented annually by the Government of India to recognise outstandin...
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OLADUNJOYE'S PASSING, A PROFOUND LOSS- OGUN STATE GOVT. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 Oladunjoye's passing, a profound loss  Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the death of the Ogun All Progressives Congress (APC) spokesman, Tunde Oladunjoye, as a terrible loss. Abiodun, who said he received news of the demise of the erudite spokesman and chief consultant to the Ogun State Government with disbelief and shock, expressed deep sorrow that the dynamic, loyal and committed politician died in the prime of youth. He described the deceased as a forthright, down to earth, consummate politician who always stood gallantly and unwaveringly by any cause believe in, adding that he was a stabilizing factor both in Ogun APC and in government circles. He said: "Receiving the news of the departure of our gallant, highly resourceful, uncommonly cerebral and hard working party spokesman and consultant, Tunde Oladunjoye, was devastating for me.  "This is tragic news that is, frankly, difficult to fathom; one death too many, but still we acknowledge the so...
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A KENTUCKY STUDENT HAS BEEN FOUND DECEASED AFTER BEING SWEPT AWAY BY FLOODWATERS WHILE WALKING TO THE BUS STOP.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.

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 A Kentucky student has been found deceased after being swept away by floodwaters while walking to the bus stop. This tragic incident occurred in the Hickory Hills region of Frankfort, Kentucky. According to reports, dispatch received a call at approximately 6:45 a.m. to report a young child had been swept away in flood waters while walking to a bus stop. Multiple agencies responded immediately to the scene and began searching. Sadly the search would end at 8:45 a.m. when the young child was sadly found deceased. The Franklin County School District has confirmed the child was a student in their school. There is no more confirmed information at this time. Frankfort PD plan to release an official statement later today. Our thoughts are with the young boys family and his entire community.
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NNPC LTD ANNOUNCES NEW SENIOR MANAGEMENT TEAM.(PHOTO). PRESS RELEASE.

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 PRESS RELEASE NNPC Ltd Announces New Senior Management Team Following the appointment of the Group Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has announced the appointment of a new 8-man Senior Management Team on Friday. The team which will be headed by the GCEO, Mr Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has Roland Ewubare as Group Chief Operating Officer; Adedapo Segun as Group Chief Financial Officer; and Olalekan Ogunleye as Executive Vice President Gas, Power & New Energy. Other members of the team are: Udy Ntia as Executive Vice President Upstream; Mumuni Dagazau as Executive Vice President Downstream; Sophia Mbakwe as Executive Vice President Business Services; and Adesua Dozie, as Company Secretary & Chief Legal Officer. All appointments are with immediate effect. Olufemi Soneye Chief Corporate Communications Officer NNPC Ltd. Abuja 4th April, 2025
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CHANGE OF BATON: OJULARI TAKES OVER FROM KYARI,NEW GCEO PLEDGES TO CONSOLIDATE ON PREDECESSORā€™S ACHIEVEMENTS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

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 PRESS RELEASE Change of Baton: Ojulari Takes over from Kyari   ...New GCEO Pledges to Consolidate on Predecessorā€™s Achievements The new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd), Bayo Ojulari, has officially taken over the reins of the company from his predecessor, Mr. Mele Kyari. In a brief handover ceremony held at the NNPC Towers on Friday, the GCEO commended Kyari for his contributions to the growth of NNPC Ltd and his sterling service to the nation. He disclosed that the objective of his management was to consolidate on the successes of his predecessor and take the company to the next level. He said though the targets set for his management were quite enormous, he would be relying on the co-operation of the Management and staff of the company, as well as the counsel of his predecessor to achieve set targets. ā€œI will be counting on your support. I will need it. I will be coming around to seek your counsel,ā€ Ojulari to...
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INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION: IGP RECEIVES AMB FROM AFRICAN UNION, GETS COMMENDATION FOR NOTABLE FEATS.(PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 PRESS RELEASE INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION: IGP RECEIVES AMB FROM AFRICAN UNION, GETS COMMENDATION FOR NOTABLE FEATS. As NPF Pledges Reinforced Support. In a significant diplomatic engagement, The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., received a courtesy visit from Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace & Security of the African Union Commission, today April 4th 2025, at the IGPā€™s Smart Conference Hall, Force Headquarters, Abuja. The Ambassador was accompanied by Mr Samuel Victor Makwe, a representative from the Embassy of Nigeria in Addis Ababa, and other African Union (AU) officials. During the visit, Ambassador Adeoye expressed his appreciation for the distinguished service rendered by the Nigeria Police Force, particularly highlighting their exemplary professionalism and competence in peacekeeping operations in Somalia. He further stated that the AU is grateful for the contributions of the Force, which plays...
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FG TO USE JEWELLERY MAKING TO CREATE EMPLOYMENT, GENERATE REVENUE, SAYS DR. ALAKE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 FG To Use Jewellery Making to Create Employment, Generate Revenue, Says Dr. Alake  To give Nigerian youths skills, become employers of labour and generate revenue for Nigeria, the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr Dele Alake, has reiterated Federal Governmentā€™s resolve to exploit jewellery making in Nigeria.  Rather than exporting the raw materials abroad, he said, that everything would be done to process the abundant resources to finished products of jewellery and gemstone.  The Minister spoke to journalists in Abuja after inspecting finished jewellery products and facilities at the Laurel School of Mines Jewellery Centre under the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development.  He inspected the Centre with students undergoing training alongside the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dr Mary Ogbe, and other key staff of the Ministry.  Despite the Ministry yet to receive warrant for expenditure for the 2025 Budget, the Minister assured that plans are o...
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PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS NASIR NAEEM ABDULSALAM AS MD, AJAOKUTA STEEL COMPANY . (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 PRESIDENT  TINUBU APPOINTS NASIR NAEEM ABDULSALAM AS MD, AJAOKUTA STEEL COMPANY  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR,  has approved the appointment of Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam as the Managing Director, Ajaokuta Steel Company. The appointment takes effect from 3rd April, 2025 and  is in accordance with the provisions of the Certain Political and Judicial Office Holders (Salaries and Allowances, etc) Act 2008 as amended.  Until his appointment, Nasir served as the Technical Adviser to the Honourable Minister of Steel Development as well as the Special Assistant (Academics) to Director General of National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) . President Tinubu tasks the appointee to leverage on his wealth of experience in the steel industry in his new assignment in revolutionising the company to generate important upstream and downstream industrial and economic activities that will position the nation as the industrial hub of Africa in line wi...
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HACKERS STEAL $500,000 FROM PENSIONERS IN AUSTRALIA CYBERATTACKS. (PHOTO).

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  Hackers Steal $500,000 from Pensioners in Australia Cyberattacks Australia's largest pension funds have suffered a wave of coordinated cyberattacks, compromising over 20,000 member accounts and resulting in financial losses, including the theft of A$500,000 from four individuals. Hackers reportedly targeted major funds such as AustralianSuper, Australian Retirement Trust, Rest, Insignia, and Hostplusā€”collectively managing more than A$873 billion in retirement savings. AustralianSuper, which oversees A$365 billion for 3.5 million members, confirmed that about 600 accounts were breached using stolen login credentials.
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GOV. ALIA LAUNCHES PROBE INTO DESTRUCTION OF LG SECRETARIAT, TRADITIONAL PALACE IN BENUE. (PHOTO).

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 Alia Launches Probe into Destruction of LG Secretariat, Traditional Palace in Benue Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has set up a committee to investigate the destruction of the Gwer West Local Government Secretariat, the Ter-Tyoshin palace, and several private properties in Naka town. During a visit to the affected areas on Thursday, Alia condemned the violenceā€”allegedly triggered by protests over repeated herdsmen attacksā€”and urged residents to support government efforts to restore peace. He warned that anyone found colluding with external attackers would face the full weight of the law. Ter-Tyoshin, Chief Daniel Abomtse, described the attack on his palace as a calculated sabotage, questioning the authenticity of the protest. He praised the governorā€™s visit and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice. Meanwhile, local government staff Christiana Gbagbul and Civil Protection Guard Commander Nyiuma Nicholas accused the military of complicity and called for their red...
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UMAHI REOPENS INDEPENDENCE BRIDGE IN LAGOS, PROMISES PERMANENT FIX SOON.(VIDEO/PHOTO)..

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 Umahi reopens Independence Bridge in Lagos, promises permanent fix soon. The Minister of Works, David Umahi, on Friday reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos, which had been closed for maintenance, sparking widespread public outcry and traffic chaos across the city. Speaking to journalists during a visit to the site, Umahi assured residents that permanent repair work on the bridge will commence within the next three weeks.He acknowledged the importance of the bridge, which links Victoria Island to other key parts of Lagos, and apologized for the inconvenience caused by the temporary closure.The reopening comes after two days of intense gridlock, with commuters and motorists expressing anger over the lack of proper traffic management and alternative routes during the shutdown. Vanguard earlier reported how frustrated Lagosians were stranded for hours in traffic, with many describing the situation as a ā€œnightmare.ā€ The closure brought adjoining roads to a standstill, severely imp...
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OGUN CRACKS DOWN ON CRIMINALS, LIGHTS UP SAGAMU INTERCHANGE, CLEARS SHANTIES. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Ogun cracks down on criminals, lights up Sagamu Interchange, clears shanties As part of efforts to make the Sagamu Interchange and its environs a no-go area for criminals, the Ogun State Government has provided illumination at the under-bridge area along the Lagos - Ibadan Expressway and subsequently at the four intersections of the Interchange. The Ogun State Government, which took this step after clearing the illegal shanties, shops and stalls in the area in order to deprive criminals of a cover in the area, undertook adequate illumination of the area through solar street lights. Recently, the State Government, in a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Hon Kayode Akinmade, had said that it was fully apprised of the situation in the area and would never allow criminals to continue to launch attacks on innocent citizens. Previously, as part of its response to the reported activities of criminals in the area, the government had dep...
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POLITICAL PARTY PRIMARIES AHEAD OF 2025 GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION IN ANAMBRA: CP ORUTUGU ADMONISHES OFFICERS TO BE APOLITICAL AND URGES CANDIDATES TO PLAY BY THE RULE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 POLITICAL PARTY PRIMARIES AHEAD OF 2025 GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION IN ANAMBRA: CP ORUTUGU ADMONISHES OFFICERS TO BE APOLITICAL AND URGES CANDIDATES TO PLAY BY THE RULE The Commissioner of Police Anambra State *CP Ikioye Orutugu fwc MNIPS PhD*, during interaction with the strategy Officers of the Command today 4th April 2025 noted the commencement of Political activities in the State. This follows the ongoing preparations for Political parties primaries where candidates that will be their flag bearers ahead of the State Gubernatorial election are selected. The CP admonished the Officers deployed to provide security services in this regard to be professional, apolitical and neutral. He also urged the candidates to adhere to the rules by ensuring a peaceful and credible electoral process. To maintain law and order, the Command has deployed personnel strategically and engaged with stakeholders to prevent potential conflicts. This proactive approach will help to build confidence and trust ...
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EFCC ARRAIGNS EX-CONVICT, ONE OTHER FOR NAIRA ABUSE IN LAGOS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE

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 EFCC Arraigns Ex-Convict, One Other For Naira Abuse in Lagos   The Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, April 4, 2025, arraigned one Folake Adeoti before Justice Yellim Bogoro of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos.   She is facing trial on a one-count charge of Naira mutilation.    Adeoti was arrested on March 21, 2025 around Jobi Fele Way, Ikeja, Lagos, while hawking Naira notes to the tune of N3,850,000.00.    The charge reads: ā€œThat you, Folake Adeoti, on the 21st day of March, 2025, opposite Regency Hall, Jobi FelĆ©,Way, Ikeja, in Lagos within the jurisdiction of this Honourable Court, hawked the sum of N3,850,000.00 (Three Million, Eight Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira) issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria and thereby committed an offence contrary to and punishable under Section 21(4)) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007.ā€   She pleaded guilt...
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21-YEAR-OLD FAVE IWANGER LUCY FROM BENUE ACCUSED OF STEALING GOLD & DIAMOND JEWELRY WORTH N100 MILLION FROM HER MADAM, FLAWLESS ELEGANCE JEWELRY STORE IN LEKKI, LAGOS. (VIDEO/PHOTOS).

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 PHOTO NEWS: 21-YEAR-OLD FAVE IWANGER LUCY FROM BENUE ACCUSED OF STEALING GOLD & DIAMOND JEWELRY WORTH N100 MILLION FROM HER MADAM, FLAWLESS ELEGANCE JEWELRY STORE IN LEKKI, LAGOS.  From what I gathered, this madam treated this lady very well 4th April, 2025       |        4:50 PM  Watch video and more photos below. 
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THREE NATIVE DOCTORS ARRAIGNED IN ANAMBRA FOR ALLEGED INVOLVEMENT IN MONEY RITUALS. (PHOTO).

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  Three native doctors, Onyebuchi Okocha (also known as Onyeze Jesus), Chidozie Nwangwu (popularly known as Akwa Okuko), and Ekene Igboekweze (known as Eke Hit), have been arraigned before a high court in Anambra State. The native doctors were charged with preparing money rituals and protective charms for criminals. They were arraigned separately before Honourable Justice Jude Obiorah, and their charges were read out to them in a heavily congested court. Justice Obiorah adjourned the matter until April 11, 2025. Speaking to newsmen after the court proceedings, one of the Counsels for the defendants, Remigus Okoli, alleged that the state government sought to remand the defendants without giving them adequate time to prepare their defense. Efforts to speak with Counsels to the state government, led by F.C. Okeke, were unsuccessful.
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ABIA STATE GOVERNOR COMMISERATES WITH FIRE VICTIMS, PROMISES SUPPORT. (PHOTO).

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  Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has paid an unscheduled visit to the site of a devastating fire incident that occurred at No. 73 Lagos Street, Off Ngwa road Aba, where a two-storey building was engulfed in flames, destroying properties worth millions of Naira. Governor Otti expressed his sympathy for the victims and described the incident as "unfortunate." He assured them that the government would provide support to reduce the impact of their loss and help them secure alternative accommodation. The governor also thanked God that no lives were lost in the inferno. The governor directed his Senior Special Assistant on Homeland Security to conduct an investigation into the cause of the fire. He emphasized the importance of having fire extinguishers in every household and ordered the enforcement of this measure. Governor Otti was dismayed to learn that the phone numbers of the Fire Service men at Aba were switched off during the incident and called for a thorough investigat...
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PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS AYO SOTINRIN AS MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE BANK OF AGRICULTURE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS AYO SOTINRIN AS MANAGING DIRECTOR OF THE BANK OF AGRICULTURE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture, effective immediately. Mr. Sotinrin brings a diverse and extensive background in the private and public sectors to his new role. Before this appointment, he held the position of Group Chief Executive Officer at SAO Group. His leadership at SAO Agro, an agribusiness company, was marked by groundbreaking agricultural initiatives, including developing a 20,000-hectare oil palm plantation and large-scale poultry, aquaculture, maize, and cassava operations in Ondo State. He also led SAO Capital, raising over $750 million in infrastructure and development finance, including the landmark $200 million Akure Water Supply Project. In the public sector, he served as Special Adviser (Environment & Urban Development) to the Minister of State FCT from 2011 to 2015....
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COURT JAILS MAN ONE MONTH FOR NON-DECLARATION OF $40,000 AT AIRPORT IN LAGOS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 EFCC PRESS RELEASE   Court Jails Man One Month for Non-declaration of $40,000 at Airport in Lagos    Justice A.O.Owoeye of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Friday, April 4, 2025, convicted and sentenced one Igboezue Emeka to one month imprisonment for money laundering.   The convict was arrested on February  12, 2025 at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos by operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, for false currency declaration to the tune of $40,000( Forty Thousand United States of America Dollars).   The NCS had, on the same day, handed him over to the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos for further investigations and prosecution.   Consequently, he was arraigned on Friday on one-count charge bordering on money laundering.   The charge reads: ā€œThat you, IGBOEZUE EMEKA, on or about the 12th day of February, 2025, at Murtala...
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RUSSIA, AES FORGE PRAGMATIC SOLIDARITY-BASED STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP IN SECURITY & DEFENSE. (PHOTO).

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 Russia, AES Forge Pragmatic Solidarity-Based Strategic Partnership in Security & Defense Moscow and the AES countries committed to enhancing efforts to combat terrorism and instability in the Sahel, according to a joint communique issued after the Russia-AES foreign ministers' meeting, Sputnik reported. "The parties strongly condemned acts of aggression by states that support terrorism, in particular Ukraine's criminal collusion with armed terrorist groups operating in the Sahel," read the communique. ā–ŖRussia reaffirmed its support for the joint AES forces in their fight for the territorial integrity, and expressed readiness to provide the necessary technical assistance; ā–ŖThe parties agreed to strengthen the AES forces, facilitating the acquisition of modern military equipment and proper training; ā–ŖMoscow emphasized the AES's leading role as a sustainable model of regional security and recognized its positive contribution to the security of the Sahara-Sahel r...
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TARABA GOVT, NAPTIP RESCUE 8 TRAFFICKED CHILDREN, ARREST SUSPECT. (PHOTO).

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 Taraba Govt, NAPTIP Rescue 8 Trafficked Children, Arrest Suspect The Taraba State Government, in collaboration with NAPTIP, has rescued eight trafficked children who were being smuggled out of the state. Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development, Mary Sinjen, disclosed this on Friday during the reunion of the rescued children with their families. The children, taken from Minda village in Lau LGA, were intercepted in Gembu, Sardauna LGA, where traffickers were reportedly seeking more victims. The key suspect, identified as Mrs. Patience, along with several accomplices, has been arrested and is currently in custody as legal proceedings continue. Sinjen reaffirmed the governmentā€™s zero tolerance for child trafficking and emphasized ongoing efforts to locate other victims. She called for public vigilance, stressing that child protection is a collective responsibility.
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TINUBUā€™S POLITICAL ADVISER, HAKEEM BABA-AHMED, RESIGNS. (PHOTO).

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 Tinubuā€™s Political Adviser, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Resigns Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Special Adviser on Political Matters to the Vice President, has resigned from his position. Presidency sources confirmed that Baba-Ahmed, a former spokesperson of the Northern Elders Forum, stepped down about two weeks ago, citing personal reasons. Appointed in September 2023, he represented the presidency at various high-level engagements during his tenure. His exit comes months after presidential media aide Ajuri Ngelale also resigned to address family health issues, marking the second major resignation from the Tinubu administration.
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AKPABIO DENIES NATASHAā€™S ASSASSINATION ALLEGATION, DEMANDS RETRACTION. (PHOTOS).

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 Akpabio Denies Natashaā€™s Assassination Allegation, Demands Retraction Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed as false and malicious claims by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan that he conspired with ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello to assassinate her. In a statement on Friday, Akpabioā€™s media aide, Eseme Eyiboh, described the allegation as a dangerous smear campaign aimed at damaging his reputation. He also referenced Natashaā€™s past unproven allegations of sexual harassment, calling her accusations a pattern of misinformation. Akpabio further refuted claims by former Senator Elisha Abbo, who accused him of orchestrating his removal from the Senate, labeling both accusations as a coordinated political attack. He has demanded public apologies and retractions from both individuals or risk legal action.
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BENUE LINKS CONDEMNS BUS ATTACK, MOURNS VICTIMS. (PHOTO).

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 Benue Links Condemns Bus Attack, Mourns Victims State-owned transport company, Benue Links Nigeria Ltd, has strongly condemned Thursdayā€™s deadly attack on one of its buses by suspected Fulani herdsmen near Otukpo Burnt Bricks. In a statement issued Friday by the companyā€™s Information Officer, Ehi Daniel, the firm confirmed that the 18-seater bus, en route Makurdi to Otukpo, was ambushed, resulting in the deaths of the driver, Mr. Samuel Agege, and a front-seat passenger. Three passengers reportedly escaped the abduction attempt, while another had disembarked earlier in Taraku. The company expressed condolences to the bereaved families and pledged continued collaboration with security agencies to ensure the safe rescue of the abducted victims. It also commended the swift response of law enforcement and expressed confidence in their efforts.
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