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Edo Security Squad Arrests Nine Suspected Cultists, Recovers Firearms in Ovia North East

September 4, 2025September 4, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Edo State Special Security Squad, codenamed Operation Flush Out Cultists and Kidnappers, has achieved another major breakthrough in its ongoing war against criminality with the arrest of nine suspected cultists in Iguoshodin N’ Ikpemaba, Ovia North East Local Government Area of the state. The Coordinator of the Squad, Mr. Idemudia Noah, disclosed that the […]

NERC Cautions DisCos: Treat State Regulators with Respect

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Federal Government has urged electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to strengthen their relationship with state electricity regulators, warning that mutual respect and collaboration are vital for the future of Nigeria’s power sector. Speaking at the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission’s (NERC) quarterly stakeholders’ meeting in Lagos on Tuesday, Vice Chairman Musiliu Oseni called on the DisCos […]

AbdulRazaq Backs Tinubu’s Ban on Raw Shea Nut Export, Highlights Kwara’s 50-Tonne Processing Factory

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has expressed strong support for President Bola Tinubu’s decision to ban the export of raw shea nuts, describing it as a move that will boost local production and strengthen Nigeria’s shea value chain. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the governor said the directive comes at a critical time as […]

Gov. Okpebholo Vows to Flush Out Criminals, Commissions 300 Motorbikes and Waste Management Equipment

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has declared that criminals will no longer have a hiding place in Edo, pledging to chase them out of the state through sustained investments in security and infrastructure. The Governor made the declaration on Tuesday while commissioning over 300 motorbikes for distribution across Edo’s three senatorial districts to bolster […]

NCAA Seeks EFCC’s Support to Tackle Fraud in Aviation Sector

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intensify efforts against fraud and economic crimes within the country’s aviation industry. The call was made on Tuesday when the NCAA Director General, Captain Chris Najomo, led his management team on a courtesy visit to the EFCC Chairman, Mr. […]

Wike Imposes N5m Fine, 7.5% Conversion Charge on FCT Land Use Defaulters

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved strict penalties for land title holders and allottees who violated the Land Use Act in Abuja. Wike announced a N5 million fine, payable within 30 days, for defaulters. In addition, he approved a 7.5 per cent charge on the Assessed Capital Value of […]

Court Nullifies 15-Year Mandatory Service Rule for Nigerian Soldiers

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

The National Industrial Court in Abuja has struck down a controversial provision in the Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service (HTACOS) for officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces, which required soldiers to serve a minimum of 15 years before being eligible to resign. Delivering judgment on Tuesday in a suit filed by Flight Lieutenant J.A. […]

UK Pledges Stronger Cybersecurity Partnership with Nigeria

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Obianuju Nicole0

Abuja, Nigeria – The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with Nigeria in the fight against cybercrime and digital insecurity, pledging technical support and intelligence sharing under an existing security partnership. Speaking at the inaugural seminar on Anticipatory, Cyber, and Digital Diplomacy for Strengthening Nigeria’s Foreign Policy in Abuja on Tuesday, the […]