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Zulum donates ₦150m to families of Soldiers killed by Boko Haram

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Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has donated a total of ₦150 million to the families of three Nigerian Army lieutenant colonels killed by Boko Haram insurgents. The beneficiaries are the families of Lt. Col. Umar Farouq, Lt. Col. Salihu Iliyasu, and Lt. Col. Aliyu Saidu Paiko, who were

Judicial Reports

Yobe court discharges man accused of assaulting minor in Damaturu

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Story by Sa’adatu MAINA, Damaturu A Chief Magistrate Court in Damaturu, Yobe State, has discharged a man, Uche Friday Uche, over alleged criminal force against a minor. The presiding Chief Magistrate, Mohammed Bilyaminu, gave the order after reviewing evidence presented by the prosecution. The case, marked YBS/DT/CMC-I/19/2021, was filed by the Commissioner of Police

Health news

Young women at highest risk as Lagos, Benue top Nigeria’s HIV infection chart

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Lagos and Benue states have emerged as the leading centres of HIV infections in Nigeria, with young women identified as the most vulnerable group, according to a new report. The latest data, released by the National Data Repository on Wednesday, highlights trends in HIV detection, treatment, and viral suppression across all 36 states and the […]

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FG declares April 3, 6 public holidays for Easter celebration

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FG declares April 3, 6 public holidays for Easter celebration The Federal Government has declared Friday, 3rd and Monday, April 6, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government through a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the […]

NDLEA news

NDLEA suspect dies after collapsing during Court arraignment in Edo

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A 52-year-old woman, Titilayo Akindele, arrested over alleged involvement in illicit drug trade, has died after collapsing in a courtroom at the Federal High Court in Benin City, Edo State. The suspect was brought before the court on Tuesday by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for arraignment when the incident occurred. […]

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Fresh tension grips Jos after govt relaxes curfew

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Tension has escalated in Jos following the relaxation of the 48-hour curfew earlier imposed by the Plateau State Government after a deadly attack in Angwan Rukuba. Authorities had eased the restriction to run from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, effective April 1, after what they described as an improvement in security within Jos North […]

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Exploring the heritage, courage, and cultural pride of the Kagoro (Agworok) people of Southern Kaduna, by Tawheed Yakub

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Exploring the heritage, courage, and cultural pride of the Kagoro (Agworok) people of Southern Kaduna, by Tawheed Yakub The Kagoro (Agworok) people of Nigeria are a culturally rich and historically grounded ethnic group, known for their resilience, strong communal values, and deeply preserved ancestral heritage passed down through generations. Renowned for bravery, unity,

ICPC news

Court orders El-Rufai to remain in custody, fixes April 14 for bail hearing

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A Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna has adjourned the hearing of the bail application filed by former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to April 14. The presiding judge, Rilwanu Aikawa, fixed the date after hearing arguments from both the defence and prosecution on Wednesday. El-Rufai was arraigned by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other […]

Education news

FG launches ₦20m annual prize for outstanding student Researchers

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The Federal Government has unveiled a new national laureate prize programme that will reward exceptional student researchers, with PhD candidates set to receive up to ₦20 million annually for outstanding academic work. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced the initiative, describing it as a bold step toward promoting academic excellence and positioning research as

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Nigeria draws 2–2 with Jordan in International friendly

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Nigeria national football team played out an entertaining 2–2 draw against Jordan national football team in an international friendly on Tuesday at the Mardan Sports Complex in Antalya, Turkey. Jordan struck first in the 17th minute through Mousa Al-Tamari, who converted a well-taken free kick to hand his side an early lead. Nigeria responded quickly, […]