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28Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Jigawa Calls on Media to Ignite Immunization Awareness and Combat Vaccine Hesitancy”

Jigawa State has urged the media to amplify public awareness initiatives regarding the significance of immunisation, with the objective of eradicating non-compliance throughout the state. The State Immunisation Officer, Dr. Shehu Ibrahim, issued the appeal during a one-day mass mobilisation discussion on the polio initiative and routine immunisation, coordinated by the State Primary Health Care Development Agency in partnership with UNICEF Kano Field Office. The gathering united journalists, social media advocates, youth promoters, and U-Reporters to assess the outcomes of the recent March polio initiative and deliberate on tactics for enhancing caregivers’ faith, vaccine acceptance, and public comprehension of the significance of immunisation. He mentioned that the state had inoculated ...

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28Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Startling Revelation: 60% of University Students Involved in Cybercrime, Warns EFCC’s Olukoyede”

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Olanipekun Olukoyede, has stated that nearly six out of every 10 students are engaged in online fraud, commonly referred to as ‘Yahoo-Yahoo’. Olukoyede made this revelation during the 8th Biennial Conference of the Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State-Owned Universities in Nigeria, which took place in Kano State, where participants convened to deliberate on the theme, “Unlocking the Potentials of Artificial Intelligence: University Governance, Internationalisation and Rankings.” Characterizing the phenomenon as concerning, the EFCC chief mentioned that findings from the commission’s investigations and fieldwork reveal extensive student participation in cybercrime and associated offenses. As he noted, “My stud...

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28Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Obazee and Police Commissioner Called to Testify in Emefiele’s $6.23M Fraud Showdown”

Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court has summoned two principal witnesses to testify in the ongoing trial of former Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele, regarding an alleged $6.23 million fraud. The witnesses, Jim Obazee and Eloho Okpoziakpo, are anticipated to appear before the court on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Emefiele is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on an adjusted 20-count charge relating to criminal breach of trust, forgery, abuse of office, and conspiracy to acquire money under false pretenses. In a subpoena dated April 27, 2026, Justice Muazu instructed the witnesses to be present in court at 9:00 a.m. and to continue attending proceedings until the case is resolved. The court specifically mandated them to pre...

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28Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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Adeleke Opens Doors: Permanent Positions for UNIOSUNTH Casual Team

Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has mandated that temporary staff members of the Osun State University Teaching Hospital, Osogbo, be awarded permanent positions following years of service. The order was communicated on Monday during the governor’s visit to the facility. As per a statement from his representative, Olawale Rasheed, the affected personnel had worked for the institution as temporary employees for around 12 years before the governor's action. In his address to the employees, Adeleke linked the financial struggles of the state to certain individuals whom he accused of inciting unrest in local government areas. He stated, “They conspired against our administration. Their intention is to hinder Osun’s progression. However, in spite of their nefarious schemes, Osun conti...

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28Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“EFCC Alleges Forged Signatures of Buhari and Boss Mustapha in $6.2M CBN Fraud During Emefiele Trial”

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, maintained on Monday at the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory that the signatures of the late President Muhammadu Buhari and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, were counterfeited by unscrupulous Nigerians to swindle the nation of $6,230,000. EFCC Assistant Commander II, Mr. Chinedu Eneanya, informed the court that five officials from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) transferred the funds out of the apex institution under the pretense that it was intended for compensating foreign election observers in the 2023 general elections. The anti-corruption agency gave evidence on Monday at the resumed trial of former CBN Governor, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, facing a 20-count accusation of criminal brea...

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27Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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AMAC Denounces Fatal Attack on Team Member Amid Abuja Enforcement Operation

The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) has denounced the assassination of one of its personnel, Oladipupo Akinola, who was shot during a regulatory operation in Wuse II. In a declaration signed by Kingsley Madaki, media assistant to the AMAC Chairman, the council characterized the event as a “premeditated murder” that transpired in plain sight on 24 April 2026 at NITEL Junction. As per the declaration, Akinola, an officer in the Mobile Advert Permit Department, was part of a team inspecting vehicles with expired operational permissions when they halted a Hilux vehicle associated with a Chinese company. The council noted that the scenario escalated after two individuals clad in Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) uniforms arrived at the site. “Rather than de-escalating the s...

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27Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Bike Heist Busted: Police Nab Suspects and Retrieve Stolen Wheels in Ondo!”

The Ondo State Police Command has intensified its campaign against motorcycle larceny, detaining suspects in various operations while recovering stolen bikes from different regions of the state. This update was revealed in a communiqué released on April 26, 2026, by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi K. Jimoh. The communiqué indicated that the arrests were the result of intelligence-driven operations conducted by multiple police divisions, focusing on theft syndicates suspected to be active in significant areas. During one of the operations, agents from Funbi-Fagun Division apprehended a suspect named Joseph James in the early hours of April 9, as he attempted to transport a stolen motorcycle out of Ondo town. Authorities reported that the black Boxer motorcycle, allegedly ...

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27Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Gov Yusuf Condemns Youths in Scandal Amid First Lady’s Visit”

Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has denounced the behavior of certain youths who allegedly revealed their undergarments during the recent official visit of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. He characterized the action as shameful and intolerable. The governor also distanced himself, his administration, and the residents of Kano from the occurrence, asserting that it does not embody the principles, culture, or traditions of the state. This was included in a statement released on Sunday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad. Governor Yusuf expressed his views while addressing the Third Special Prayer for Lasting Peace held at the Government House, where 4,444 Qur’anic reciters congregated to pray for tranquility, stability, and advancement in Kano State and Nige...

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27Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Urgent Plea: Asake, Mark, and Others Urge Government to Tackle Rising Insecurity Now!”

With the 2027 general elections drawing near, Nigerians have voiced worries regarding the escalating frequency of attacks in various regions of the nation and in Kaduna state, attributing this to security agencies and the Nigerian administration for what they termed “complete negligence of their constitutional duty to safeguard the lives and properties of the populace.” In Kaduna State, especially Southern Kaduna, persistent assaults by militants have persisted, leading to fatalities, the kidnapping of many individuals, and the dislocation of thousands. This has sparked significant apprehensions that numerous citizens might be unable to cast their votes for the candidates of their preference in the 2027 elections. Govt indifferent towards insecurity – Asake Labour Party’s gubernatorial n...

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27Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“FGC Enugu Triumphs: Unity Schools Crowned Champions at the 2026 National Sports Festival”

The 2026 National Sports Fiesta of the Unity Schools Alumni Association, USOSA, has concluded in Enugu, with the Federal Government College, FGC, Enugu emerging as the victors. It led the standings with eight gold, three silver and two bronze medals. FGC Ikot Ekpene Alumni Association secured the second position with seven gold, seven silver, and three bronze medals. NAIJATAB reports that the intensely contested sports fiesta involved 30 Unity Schools from throughout the country. The week-long sports festival, which took place at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu, united alumni from federal unity colleges across the nation. Events showcased at the fiesta included football, tug of war, march-past, swimming, lawn tennis, table tennis, snooker, ludo, draughts, badminton, volleyball, basket...

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26Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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Diaspora Dilemma: Nigerians Consider Legal Action Against US Lawmaker Kimberly Daniels Over Insecurity Issues

The United States division of the Nigerians in Diaspora Monitoring Group, NDMG-USA, has warned of potential legal measures against a U.S. legislator, Kimberly Daniels, regarding statements implicating the Sultan of Sokoto in Nigeria’s security dilemma and demanding the dismissal of the minister of state for defense, Bello Matawalle. A communiqué released on Saturday and endorsed by Cosmas Collins, the group's president in the U.S., referred to the remarks as “profoundly insulting, unfounded, and diplomatically irresponsible,” cautioning that it would commence legal action in the United States if the legislator does not withdraw her assertions. Daniels, a Democratic representative of the Florida House from District 14, had recently urged President Bola Tinubu to discharge Matawalle while a...

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26Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Unraveling Nigeria’s Tribal Tensions: The Role of Leadership Failures – Insights from Mahdi Shehu”

Public affairs commentator Mahdi Shehu has advocated for enhanced national cohesion in Nigeria, cautioning that tribalism and segmentation are primarily driven by leadership failures. He expressed these thoughts on Sunday while serving as the keynote speaker at the Arewa Twitter Connect gathering held in Kano, themed “Beyond the Timelines.” In his speech, Shehu mentioned that numerous challenges confronting the nation are associated with self-centered leadership and a deficiency in accountability, which he believes have influenced citizen behaviour over time. He elaborated that individuals in society can typically be classified into various groups based on their attitudes and behaviours, pointing out that some concentrate solely on themselves while others consider the larger community. ...

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26Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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Tensions Rise as Osun JUSUN Battles Over Court Registrar’s Arrest and Detention

A conflict has arisen in Osun State judicial circles following divergent accounts of an event at the Odeomu High Court that involved court personnel and legal professionals. A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Yomi Aliyu, claimed that representatives of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, Osun State branch, along with a court Registrar, Ademiju Oyewole, unlawfully accessed the court grounds during the night. Aliyu, who asserted that the individuals “stormed the court at night to retrieve a case file,” characterized the incident as a grave violation of judicial procedures. He alleged that the registrar and the Osun JUSUN chairman, Idris Adebayo Adeniran, acted beyond legal limits. Aliyu reiterated his concerns, emphasizing that established protocols be observed and any discrepancies be...

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25Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Revitalizing Rural Healthcare: NYSC’s Impact in Rivers According to Fubara”

The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has praised the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, for its efforts in enhancing healthcare provision in rural regions throughout the state. The governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dagogo Wokoma, expressed these sentiments during the NYSC orientation camp event held at Nonwa-Gbam in the Tai Local Government Area. He emphasized that the NYSC Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers has significantly contributed to improving access to fundamental medical services for individuals in neglected areas. Fubara further noted that the growing number of corps members assigned to Rivers State demonstrates enhanced trust in the state's security conditions and governance framework. He assured the corps members of the gov...

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25Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Police Set Recruitment Exam Schedule and Urge Candidates to Beware of Scams!”

The Osun State Police Command has declared that the written assessment for police recruitment will take place from April 28 to 30, 2026, for qualified candidates throughout the state. This information was provided in a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, in Osogbo on Saturday. According to the announcement, “the process is being conducted by the Police Service Commission, PSC, in partnership with the Nigeria Police Force.” It mentioned that “the assessment for Osun State candidates will occur at Osun State University, UNIOSUN, Oke-Baale Campus.” The command emphasized that “only applicants who successfully completed the physical and credentials verification phase would be permitted to participate in the written assessment.” Candidates were enc...

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25Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Guardians of the Law: New Recruitment Dates Set, Beware of Scams!”

The Osun State Police Command has revealed that the written assessment for police recruitment will occur from April 28 to 30, 2026, for qualified applicants throughout the state. This information was included in a release issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, in Osogbo on Saturday. The statement indicated that “the procedure is being overseen by the Police Service Commission, PSC, in partnership with the Nigeria Police Force.” It mentioned that “the assessment for Osun State candidates will be conducted at Osun State University, UNIOSUN, Oke-Baale Campus.” The command highlighted that “only those applicants who have successfully passed the physical and credentials verification phase will be qualified to partake in the written assessment.” Applicants were en...

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25Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Content Creators at Risk: Legal Action for Misusing EFCC Branding”

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has warned individuals and content producers against the unauthorized utilization of its name, emblem, attire, and other official identifiers in skits and online productions. The anti-corruption agency issued this alert after noticing an increasing trend of creators depicting the Commission in comedy and various digital content without consent. In a video posted on X, the EFCC stated that such representations frequently misrepresent its principles and established procedures, emphasizing that it has not given permission for any such utilization. “It has come to the awareness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission that certain individuals and content producers are employing the name, emblem, and likeness of EFCC in skits and othe...

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25Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“ADC Uncovers APC’s Scheme to Sabotage Ibadan Summit”

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Saturday claimed that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is attempting to hinder its planned opposition summit in Ibadan, Oyo State. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, made the assertion in a post shared on X, where he stated that the party had discovered schemes to disrupt the gathering slated for April 25. “We have revealed intentions by the ruling APC to obstruct the summit being conducted by the opposition parties in Ibadan,” Abdullahi remarked. He emphasized that the party would not relent. He accused the ruling party of continually creating hindrances for opposition endeavors, noting that previous attempts to convene meetings in Abuja were similarly compromised. “After denying us access to venues in Abuja, t...

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24Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Transforming Crime Response: Police Dismantle Tactical Teams for Innovative New Unit”

The Rivers State Police Command has declared the disbandment of all tactical groups functioning within the command, as part of a wider reform aimed at enhancing professionalism, operational effectiveness, and public confidence in policing. This action follows an order from the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu. As part of the reorganization, all former tactical divisions have been combined into a single specialized entity known as the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). The newly formed unit is anticipated to deliver a more coordinated and prompt reaction to incidents of violent crime throughout the state. In a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, the command clarified that the VCRU has been assigned the responsibility of ...

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24Apr By Chinaza OkparaNo Comments

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“Rivers Revamps Safety: Police Dismantle Tactical Teams for Innovative Crime Response Unit”

The Rivers State Police Command has declared the disbandment of all tactical teams functioning under the command, as part of an extensive reform aimed at enhancing professionalism, operational effectiveness, and community confidence in law enforcement. This action follows an order from the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu. In the course of the reorganization, all previously established tactical units have been consolidated into a singular specialized entity referred to as the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). The newly formed unit is anticipated to offer a more synchronized and prompt reaction to events of violent crime throughout the state. In a proclamation made by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, the command clarified that the VCRU ha...

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