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- June 13, 2024
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Military rescues 251 hostages, foils N765m oil theft in Niger Delta
In a resolute display of operational effectiveness, the Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reported a significant triumph in its mission to quell insecurity across troubled areas of the nation. The Defence Headquarters has also confirmed the arrest of over 100 suspects who were allegedly involved in the gruesome killing of soldiers in Abia State. Confirming […] The post Military rescues 251 hostages, foils N765m oil theft in Niger Delta appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News…
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- June 13, 2024
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Sallah: Governor Bala Mohammed approves wage award for Bauchi civil servants
Bauchi Governor, Bala Mohammed, has approved the immediate payment of N10,000 wage award to all categories of civil servants in the state. The Head of Civil Service, Yahuza Haruna, said in a statement signed by Mohammed Sani Umar, Permanent Secretary, Establishment, that the move is meant to provide civil servants with additional resources to celebrate Eid el-Kabir amidst the challenging economic situation. He commended the governor for his support, which enabled the state workforce to perform…
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- June 13, 2024
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Zamfara: ‘We’ll not negotiate with bandits’ – Gov Lawal
Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has reiterated that his administration will not engage in any negotiation with bandits who are causing terror in the state. The governor actively participated in a procession organised by the youths of Zamfara State, tagged ‘Walk for Peace’ to commemorate Democracy Day. The procession started at the Government House and ended at Freedom Square, where thousands gathered to demonstrate solidarity with the government in its fight against banditry. While delivering…
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- June 13, 2024
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Controversial Request Dubar Security: Deposed Emir Bayero fails to honour Police request
As the controversy over the purported letter of security cover for his Eid ceremony rages, reports confirm that the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, failed to fulfil a security request of sending his palace councillors to a meeting at the Police Headquarters. Emir Bayero was confirmed to have sent a letter written by his Palace Secretary, Abdullahi Kwaru to the Police asking the Command to provide to him with enough security cover for his…
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- June 13, 2024
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Video: Mixed Reactions As Constituents Beat Osun Lawmaker Over Alleged Neglect, Economic Hardship
The House of Representatives member representing Ifelodun/Boripe/Odo-Otin federal constituency in Osun State, Hon. Olusoji Adetunji, was allegedly harassed by his constituents during a recent visit to his hometown. A viral social media video shows the lawmaker and his group being attacked by residents who allege he neglected their welfare, even though they had given him substantial electoral support. It was observed in the video that locals surrounded him, screaming and calling for the representative to be…
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- June 13, 2024
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Eid el-Kabir: Police ban durbar activities in Kano
The Kano State Police Command has banned durbar activities during the forthcoming Eid el-Kabir celebrations in the state. A statement issued on Thursday by Commissioner of Police Usaini Gumel said the ban became necessary to sustain peace in the state. Gumel declared that a ban has been placed on all contending parties. He said the parties have been restrained from conducting Durbar activities for the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. He advised worshippers to conduct their normal Eid…
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- June 13, 2024
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Emirate Tussles: Tijjaniyya leader, Sheikh Niasse denies asking Emir Sanusi to step down
The Global Leader of Tijjaniyya Sect, Sheikh Muhammad Mahi Niasse, has strongly denied a purported letter circulating in which he allegedly appealed to the reinstated Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II to step down and follow in his grandfather’s footsteps. In a counter letter written in Arabic and translated to Hausa, signed by the Commissioner of Religious Matters of Kano State and who also doubles as the Nigeria spokesperson of the Global Tijjaniyya Leader, Sani Auwalu…
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- June 13, 2024
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Kaduna govt denies report of shooting, kidnapping on Kaduna-Abuja road
The Kaduna State Government has refuted reports being circulated mainly on WhatsApp groups, detailing alleged shooting and kidnapping on the Bishini corridor of the Kaduna-Abuja Road at 9pm on Wednesday, 12th June 2024. A statement issued by the Overseeing Commissioner, Ministry of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Kaduna State, Samuel Aruwan on Thursday said, “As of this moment, 5:30pm, Thursday 13th June 2024, all traditional rulers, community leaders and security forces from within and around Katari…
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- June 13, 2024
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Court Sentences Winners Chapter Pastor To Life Imprisonment For Raping Minor
An Ado-Ekiti High Court has sentenced a pastor of the Winners Chapel Church in Omuo-Ekiti, Enoch Gbinyiam, to life imprisonment for raping a minor within his church premises. The State Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Julius Ajiba, disclosed to the court that Gbinyiam committed the crime against the daughter of a church member who frequently visited the vicarage to assist with household chores and tutor the pastor’s children. According to Ajiba, the victim was offered a…
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- June 13, 2024
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Drama as Enugu lawyer arrests client for allegedly taking her picture
A drama unfolded at the premises of a magistrate’s court in Enugu on Thursday when a state attorney ordered the arrest and detention of a female client she was defending. The female client, identified as Patience Amaka Ede, reportedly endured physical abuse from her husband and psychological torment that resulted in the loss of a […] The post Drama as Enugu lawyer arrests client for allegedly taking her picture appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News…
