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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency recovered the sum of N280,389,068.08 from forfeited assets in August 2024, The PUNCH reports. This is according to a report on the war on narcotics detailing the achievements of the agency in August. The report tagged, ‘War on narcotics’ showed that the NDLEA achieved significant milestones in its operations
At least one person was killed and no fewer than ten houses razed in Ndieguzu Agalegu Omege community in the Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, on Saturday night. PUNCH Metro learnt that many people were injured after suspected hoodlums attacked the community. The crisis allegedly ensued between the people of Omege Agalagu and
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At least one person was killed and no fewer than ten houses razed in Ndieguzu Agalegu Omege community in the Ikwo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, on Saturday night. PUNCH Metro learnt that many people were injured after suspected hoodlums attacked the community. The crisis allegedly ensued between the people of Omege Agalagu and
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed optimism about the nation’s future, describing 2025 as a year of “prosperity and abundance.” In a New Year message to Nigerians posted on X on Wednesday, she called for unity and renewed efforts toward building a thriving nation. Tinubu emphasised the need for collective investment
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The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed optimism about the nation’s future, describing 2025 as a year of “prosperity and abundance.” In a New Year message to Nigerians posted on X on Wednesday, she called for unity and renewed efforts toward building a thriving nation. Tinubu emphasised the need for collective investment
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has assured the National Boundary Commission, NBC, of his administration’s commitment in resolving ongoing boundary disputes, particularly with neighbouring Oyo State. This commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the NBC team led by the Director General, Surveyor Adamu Adaji, on Tuesday. Represented by the Deputy Governor, Kola Adewusi,
Adeleke pledges to resolve boundary dispute between Osun, Oyo
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has assured the National Boundary Commission, NBC, of his administration’s commitment in resolving ongoing boundary disputes, particularly with neighbouring Oyo State.
This commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the NBC team led by the Director General, Surveyor Adamu Adaji, on Tuesday.
Represented by the Deputy Governor, Kola Adewusi, Adeleke emphasised that maintaining peace in Osun is non-negotiable.
He highlighted the state’s efforts in addressing boundary issues, which include deploying technocrats for on-the-ground assessments and engaging the NBC as an impartial mediator to ensure fair resolution.
“These actions demonstrate our unwavering commitment to peaceful dispute resolution, prioritising the welfare of our citizens,” the governor noted.
He expressed confidence in the NBC’s impartiality and pledged to abide by the commission’s recommendations.
Urging the affected communities to embrace peace, Adeleke stressed that the involvement of the NBC would promote stability and foster cooperation between Osun and its neighbors.
In his remarks, NBC Director General Adamu Adaji reiterated the Commission’s mandate to ensure peaceful coexistence among states by clearly defining boundaries and resolving conflicts.
He assured the public that fairness, justice and equity remain central to the NBC’s work.
Adeleke pledges to resolve boundary dispute between Osun, Oyo