Politics
Army Moves More Soldiers to Fight Boko Haram
The Chief of Army Staff has rotated 332 soldiers in the North-east to enhance troop welfare and operational readiness in the fight against Boko Haram.
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Politics
Senate approves bill to set up agency for malaria elimination
The Senate has passed a bill to establish the National Agency for Malaria Elimination. This agency will lead efforts to control and eliminate malaria across Nigeria.
Politics
Three Osun Lawmakers Leave APC
Three lawmakers from Osun State House of Assembly have left the APC. One cited lack of internal democracy while the others did not provide reasons.
Politics
Bayelsa Governor's Aide Quits, Shows Support for NDC
Patrick Spiff, a media aide to Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri, resigns to support the NDC. His social media activity suggests a strong alignment with the opposition party.
Politics
Oyo Senator Shares Details of Kidnapping Incident
Senator Abdulfatai Buhari discusses the kidnapping of 49 individuals, including schoolchildren, in Oyo. The armed men filmed the abduction, causing nationwide alarm.
Politics
Tinubu Sends Congrats to Jimoh Ibrahim on UN Appointment
President Bola Tinubu congratulated Jimoh Ibrahim on his election as Chairman of the UN General Assembly Fifth Committee, highlighting his experience and leadership skills.
Metro
Abbey Mortgage Bank Gets Approval to Become a Regional Commercial Bank
Abbey Mortgage Bank has received approval from the CBN to become a regional commercial bank. The bank's name will change to Abbey Bank PLC.
Politics
Lessons from Shenzhen: Why Good Roads Matter More Than Tax Breaks
Shenzhen transformed from a fishing town to a tech giant. This article explores how good infrastructure drives economic success over mere tax incentives.
Metro
Police Say No Kidnapping of Students in Imo Schools
The Imo State Police Command has denied rumors of student kidnappings at Government Girls Secondary School, assuring that all students are safe.
Metro
Troops Take Down Four Suspected Bandits in Benue and Taraba
The Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE has reported the killing of four suspected bandits and the rescue of two kidnapped victims in Benue and Taraba states.
Metro
Man dies trying to get phone from well in Kano
Yusuf Usman, 45, died while trying to get his phone from a well in Kano. The Fire Service confirmed he was found unconscious and later died.
Politics
EFCC seeks three suspects for fraud in Nigeria and UK
The EFCC is on the lookout for three individuals linked to financial crimes, including Emeka Iheanacho, who is wanted for fraud in Nigeria and the UK.