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Three suspected bandits’ financiers nabbed in Sokoto, stolen items recovered

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The police spokesperson said operatives arrested one Ruwa Ginyo of Gidan-Madi and two accomplices believed to be key brokers and financiers of a notorious bandits’ group.

Two arraigned over alleged theft of aluminium frames, roofing sheets

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Mr Adaraloye alleged that the defendants stole aluminium frames and aluminium rooting sheets, belonging to the Ogun State Government.

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Tackle insecurity, modernise armed forces; APC tells defence minister

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The spokesman noted that the party acknowledged Mr Musa’s firm words of assurance.

Uba Sani advises law enforcement agents on use of force

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Mr Sani described proportional force as the legal standard designed to prevent state actors from infringing upon the right to human dignity.

NiRA bestows anti-piracy champion award on copyright commission

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Mr Asein called on stakeholders to support the commission's efforts.

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Two jobless men arraigned over alleged theft of generators worth N500 million

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The defendants pleaded not guilty to the changes preferred against them.

Rivers assembly speaker, 15 PDP lawmakers join APC

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The speaker said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was doing so much for the country and meant well for it.

ECOWAS leaders seek action against threats to democracy, rule of law

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He said that Sierra Leone was a major beneficiary of the transformative impact of such past efforts by both the ECOWAS Commission and Parliament.

Security tightened round schools in Benue, says CP

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The CP stated, "The IGP has already given directives to the commissioners of police in the country to make sure that schools and worship centres including our mosques are secured."

Ex-military head Christopher Musa assumes duty as defence minister

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The newly appointed defence minister, Christopher Musa, assumed duty on Friday.

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Travel agent arraigned for multimillion-naira visa fraud

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The travel agent was arraigned before the Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan for N2.5 million visa fraud.

Arewa foundation unveils new thematic priorities for 2026

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The Arewa Youth Trust Foundation has announced its strategic focus areas for 2026, targeting key challenges in the North.

EFCC says N96 million returned to Enugu Ponzi scheme victims

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission says it has handed over N96.5 million to victims of Ponzi schemes in Enugu.

Katsina speaker disburses N106 million scholarships to indigent students

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The disbursement was reportedly done in three phases, with 514 beneficiaries in September 2024 and 105 in November 2024 and 13 more beneficiaries were approved later.

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Nigerian terrorists showing off ransom on TikTok, Facebook, using Elon Musk’s Starlink, FG unable to trace them: Presidency

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"If you are using Starlink, we cannot trace it because Starlink is not registered in Nigeria. It's in the space," said a presidential spokesman.

U.S. court jails Nigerian fraudster Nosa Edokpaigbe for wire fraud

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A U.S. court has sentenced a Nigerian, Nosa Edokpaigbe, to five years in prison for $1.4 million wire fraud.

KWAM 1: Fuji legend Wasiu Ayinde wants to be next Awujale of Ijebuland

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"I was born on 3rd March 1957, and I am a bona fide son of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House of Agunsebi Quarters,” KWAM 1 said.

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Customs seizes multimillion-naira petroleum products in Adamawa

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Mr Oladeji said the seizures were made across various smuggling flashpoints in Adamawa in 55 separate operations.

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Trump brokers peace deal between DR Congo, Rwanda in Washington

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However, regional analysts say it is unclear whether the agreement will actually end the decades-long conflict.

Lawmakers divided over timing as reps postpone again debate on review of Constitution

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The House of Representatives has again postponed the commencement of debate on the Constitution review for further research and consultation.

PDP, ADC, NNPP politicians hail Tinubu, Umahi for quality road projects

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Lawmakers and opposition parties have commended President Bola Tinubu and works minister David Umahi for the quality of Federal roads across the country.

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Minister Umahi writes EFCC, ICPC to investigate Tinubu govt’s multibillion-naira road projects

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“Please, no more protests. You will be paid before December 20,” Mr Umahi told government contractors.

FBI accuses Forbes-celebrated Nigerian tech boss, Izunna Okonkwo, of $41 million bank fraud, money laundering

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The Nigerian entrepreneur, 30, is the latest suspected fraudster to face criminal charges in the United States.

No evidence Igbos are descendants of Jews; Hausas have affinity, says anthropologist Peter-Jazzy Ezeh

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“Hebrew belongs to the Afro-Asiatic language, and when it comes to Nigeria, they have Hausa as their relations because Hausa is Afro-Asiatic,” noted the anthropologist.

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IGP Egbetokun pledges more roles for female police officers

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“This is not merely an anniversary. It’s a tribute to the women who stepped forward when society led them to step back,” said the IGP.

Youth leader urges compatriots to put Nigeria first

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“Fellow Nigerian youths, history is calling us. The future is calling us. Our country is calling us. Let us answer with courage and unity,” said Mr Chamber.

Nigerians urged to explore economic opportunities in Slovenia

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The Nigeria-Slovenia Chamber of Commerce has urged the business community to explore opportunities in the European country to widen their horizon.

Cholera kills 192 people in Zamfara, govt says outbreak halted

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The government revealed the outbreak’s full scope, stating that it recorded 15,464 cholera cases, with 15,265 patients successfully treated and discharged.

Thursday, Dec 4

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Dangote Group to become world’s largest fertiliser producer by 2028, says Aliko

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He said that the time had come for Africans to step into greatness and occupy their place in world business.

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FG ready to boost aviation sector with better policies, says Keyamo

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The minister added that the government would place greater focus on safety and security protocols.