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17 May 2025

NSA Ribadu, Security Chiefs Meet Governor Fintiri in Adamawa to Strengthen Security

Politics

| 17-05-2025

NSA Ribadu, Security Chiefs Meet Governor Fintiri in Adamawa to Strengthen Security

National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu and top security commanders visited Adamawa State on Tuesday to hold strategic discussions with Governor Ahmadu Fintiri on enhancing security infrastruc

Nigeria Police Denies Using Helicopter to Deliver Food to Bandits in Kogi State

News

| 17-05-2025

Nigeria Police Denies Using Helicopter to Deliver Food to Bandits in Kogi State

The Nigeria Police Force has refuted claims that its helicopter was used to deliver food to armed bandits in Kogi State, stating that the viral video showed a legitimate security operation i

Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Promises Improved Performance Against South Africa in U-20 AFCON

Sports

| 17-05-2025

Flying Eagles Coach Zubairu Promises Improved Performance Against South Africa in U-20 AFCON

Nigeria's Flying Eagles coach Aliyu Zubairu has promised a more composed and determined performance in their U-20 AFCON semi-final clash against South Africa after securing World Cup qualifi

Lagos LG Poll: APC Leaders in Agege Refute Imposition Claims in Council Primaries

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Lagos LG Poll: APC Leaders in Agege Refute Imposition Claims in Council Primaries

Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Agege and Orile-Agege have denied allegations of candidate imposition in the recently concluded primaries for the July 12 Lagos council elec

Court Berates Senator Natasha for Improper Social Media Use in Ali Bello Privacy Case

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Court Berates Senator Natasha for Improper Social Media Use in Ali Bello Privacy Case

FCT High Court criticizes suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for posting pictures of Ali Bello's residence on social media, ruling on fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Kogi

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Enugu Lawmaker Harrison Ogara Denies APC Defection Rumours, Reaffirms Labour Party Loyalty

Hon. Harrison Ogara, representing Igbo-Eze South Constituency in Enugu State House of Assembly, has firmly refuted circulating rumours about his planned defection to the All Progressives Con

Agege Residents Protest Alleged Imposition in Lagos LG Poll, Demand Democratic Process

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Agege Residents Protest Alleged Imposition in Lagos LG Poll, Demand Democratic Process

Concerned residents of Agege and Orile-Agege have staged a peaceful protest against what they describe as undemocratic practices in the APC primaries for the upcoming Lagos local government

Man Remanded for Breaking into Osun High Court, Stealing N700,000 Worth of Appliances

Crime

| 17-05-2025

Man Remanded for Breaking into Osun High Court, Stealing N700,000 Worth of Appliances

A 32-year-old man, Kehinde Amodu, has been remanded in Ilesa Correctional Centre for allegedly breaking into Osun State High Court and stealing an air conditioner and ceiling fan valued at N

Katsina Assembly Confirms Receipt of New Emirates Proposal After Initial Denial

Politics

| 17-05-2025

Katsina Assembly Confirms Receipt of New Emirates Proposal After Initial Denial

The Katsina State House of Assembly has officially confirmed receiving a proposal for the creation of new emirates within the state, reversing an earlier denial by the Speaker's spokesperson

PDP Debunks False Report on Anambra Governorship Candidate's Nomination Form

Politics

| 17-05-2025

PDP Debunks False Report on Anambra Governorship Candidate's Nomination Form

The PDP National Working Committee has refuted claims that its Anambra governorship candidate's nomination form was signed by unauthorized officials, calling the reports deliberate misinform