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Wike revokes 4,794 land titles in Abuja over unpaid ground rent
By Kunle Sanni The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has revoked 4,794 land titles due to non-payment of ground rent, a mandatory annual fee for landowners in Abuja. According to a statement issued on Monday by Lere Olayinka, Wike’s Special Assistant on Public Communication, 8,375 property owners in key districts—including Central Area, Garki, Wuse, Asokoro, Maitama,…
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Tinubu appoints Bishop Kukah as Pro-Chancellor of Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia
By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bishop Matthew Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State. The appointment was announced on Monday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. In addition to Bishop Kukah, the President…
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Delta Police neutralize kidnappers, arrest cultists in series of operations
The Delta State Police Command has disclosed it recently neutralized a gang of notorious kidnappers, arrested suspected criminals, and recovered firearms in multiple operations across the state. Kidnappers killed in gun battle In a statement on Monday signed by Police PRO, SP. Edafe Bright, operatives of the CP Special Assignment team, acting on intelligence, engaged a group of kidnappers in…
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JUST IN: Rivers Assembly serves misconduct notice to Governor Fubara, Deputy
The Rivers State House of Assembly has served a notice of alleged gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. According to a report by Channels TV, the lawmakers stated that the notice aligns with the Nigerian Constitution, specifically Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The assembly members emphasized their authority to take such action,…
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IPI honours varsity don, renowned female journalists
The International Press Institute (IPI) has celebrated some exceptional women media leaders from across the globe, including Professor Abigail Ogwezzy-Ndisika of the University of Lagos, Akoka. Ogwezzy-Ndisika, a distinguished academic in journalism and mass communication, holds the unique distinction of being the first woman and the first alumnus to head the Department of Mass Communication at UNILAG. A statement issued…
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EFCC reaffirms commitment to professionalism, integrity
Rising from a three-day Management Retreat, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has restated its commitment to enhanced professionalism and integrity in driving the nation’s fight against economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption. This resolve was made in Uyo, Akwa-ibom State on Saturday by top brass of the Commission led by its Executive Chairman , Mr.…
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BREAKING: Akwa Ibom has no oil well dispute with Cross River – Governor Eno
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has reaffirmed that the state has no ongoing dispute with Cross River State over the ownership of 76 oil wells. Speaking at the monthly prayer meeting at the Government House Chapel, he emphasized that the Supreme Court had twice ruled in favor of Akwa Ibom, declaring Cross River a non-littoral state. He urged…
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FG committed to Plateau’s peace, economic growth – VP Shettima
By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring lasting peace and economic development in Plateau State. He made this statement on Saturday in Jos during a condolence visit to Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir, National Chairman of the Council of Ulama, Jama’atu Izalatul Bid’ah Wa’Ikamatis Sunnah (JIBWIS), following the passing of Sheikh Saidu Hassan…
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Kano Government clarifies Appeal Court judgment on Emir Sanusi’s reinstatement
The Kano State Government has clarified the recent Court of Appeal judgment concerning the ongoing emirship dispute, addressing widespread misinterpretations in the media. In a statement issued on Saturday, Governor Abba Yusuf’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa, explained that the judgment delivered on January 10, 2025, upheld the repeal of the Kano Emirate Council Law, 2019, and overturned the ruling of the…
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Edo Police investigate Ekpoma incident, withdraw patrol teams
The Edo State Police Command has launched an investigation into a fatal incident in Ekpoma on March 12, 2025, involving a joint security operation team and occupants of an unregistered Mercedes Benz. The encounter led to the death of one Chinedu Obimbor. Following the incident, Edo State Commissioner of Police, Betty Enekpen Isokpan Otimenyin, ordered the immediate withdrawal of three…
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