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Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested an Ibadan, Oyo State businesswoman, Mrs Adewunmi Adebola Dorcas and an auto parts dealer, Arinze Ora, over attempts to export consignments of opioids and cocaine to London, United Kingdom and Congo Brazzaville respectively.
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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, today paid a visit to Borno State to sympathise with the government and people of Borno State on the devastating flood that had wreaked havoc in some communities in the state. The IGP, accompanied by Deputy Inspectors General of Police of the Departments of Finance & Administration and…
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Former leader of the Senate, Mohammed Ali Ndume, has donated N50 million to victims of last week’s flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State capital, as part of moves to cushion their pains. This is even as leaders and other stakeholders from Southern Borno have initiated moves to raise funds for the victims. Ndume, while lamenting the…
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No fewer than 120 election observers are undergoing training for the forthcoming Enugu State Local Government (LG) Elections scheduled for Sept. 21, 2024. READ ALSO:PDP sweeps Enugu LG polls The two-day training is sponsored by Actionaid Nigeria and supported by the South Saharan Social Development Organization (SSDO), the Justice, Development, Peace, and…
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With students resuming the 2024/2025 academic session in Ondo State on Tuesday, some parents have expressed frustration over the high costs of educational materials and transport fares. According to the parents and guardians who were in a last-minute rush to buy school supplies for their wards, the financial burdens were already taking a toll on…
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As part of its intensified efforts to curb crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and economic sabotage in the Niger Delta, the Air Component of Operation Delta Safe executed air interdiction missions in Rivers State on Sunday. Conducted in two separate missions, the missions targeted specific sites along the Imo River, including the areas of Owaza,…
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A lawyer, Kingdom Okere, says he will file contempt proceedings against Mrs. Basillia Igbokwe if she takes oath of office as the newly appointed Rector, of Federal Polytechnic Nekede, in Imo. READ ALSO:Rector: Fed Poly Nekede staff call for fresh recruitment process Okere, who is the Executive Director, of Kingdom Human Rights Foundation International, made…
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Nigerian filmmaker and influencer Eniola Adeoluwa has shut down speculations about his sexuality, stating that he is not gay and doesn’t care about people’s opinions. Speaking out against the speculations, Eniola told Premium Times, “I am not gay, I don’t care about people’s opinions of my life.” The influencer, often known for his unique style…
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Passionate about entrepreneurship and building top-notch brands based on diverse African values that change the perception of the continent, McEva Temofe is a member of the international organising committee for the International Forum on Security, Economy and Investment in Africa (IFSEIA). Billed to open on September 16 and runs through September 20, 2024,at the United…
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Nigerians’ desire to seek greener pastures abroad, a development known as the “Japa Syndrome”, is fast becoming a door for some unscrupulous travel agents to defraud their clients. READ ALSO:Experts enlighten Nigerians on Japa syndrome A report of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ibadan on Monday reveals the experiences of…
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The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has expressed his deep admiration for the impressive display of talent at the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba. Senator Enoh praised the young athletes, highlighting the extraordinary potential being unearthed at this year’s event. “It is amazing to see the incredible talents shining out…