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TINUBU LAUNCHES BLUE ECONOMY PLAN TO BOOST NIGERIA’S MARITIME WEALTH By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban President Bola Tinubu has unveiled a new framework to harness Nigeria’s marine resources, aiming to drive economic growth, create jobs, and strengthen security. Speaking at a NIPSS event,
SHUAIBU HAILS TROOPS FOR DEMOCRACY RESTORATION By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, has commended Nigerian Army troops for their successful role in restoring democracy in the Republic of Benin. He gave the commendation while addressing
ANAMBRA POLICE ARREST NOTORIOUS ROBBER IN MAJOR OPERATION By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Anambra Police have arrested a notorious armed robber, Ugochukwu Uzor, during a raid by the Rapid Response Squad in Ogbaru. The 26-year-old suspect, injured during a confrontation, was caught with
NHRC CALLS FOR STRONGER JOINT ACTION ON HUMAN RIGHTS By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The National Human Rights Commission has stressed the need for stronger collaboration among all sectors to protect the rights and freedoms of citizens. During a walk in Jos to
INDIA, NIGERIA DEEPEN DEFENCE PARTNERSHIP By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban India’s Defence Adviser to Nigeria, Colonel Manoj Singh, visited the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, in Abuja to strengthen military cooperation between both countries. The visit reaffirmed commitment to deeper
SENATE APPROVES TINUBU’S REQUEST TO DEPLOY TROOPS TO BENIN By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request for the immediate deployment of Nigerian troops to Benin Republic following a failed coup attempt and rising political tension there. Tinubu’s
CSO CONDEMNS CREATION OF PARALLEL HISBAH GROUP IN KANO By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban A human rights group, AHRCVDI, has condemned the alleged formation of a parallel Hisbah group, “Hisba Independent Fisabilillahi,” in Kano State, warning it could cause chaos and threaten public
NASARAWA POLICE BAN FIREWORKS, KNOCKOUTS ACROSS STATE By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban The Nasarawa State Police Command has reaffirmed that the use, sale, and distribution of fireworks and knockouts are strictly banned. The move aims to prevent panic and stop criminals from exploiting
ADAMAWA IMPOSES 24-HOUR CURFEW ON LAMURDE AFTER FRESH CLASHES; MANY FEARED DEAD By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Adamawa State has declared a 24-hour curfew in Lamurde after renewed clashes between the Bachama and Chobo communities left many feared dead. The violence erupted Saturday,
TROOPS FOIL ROBBERY, RESCUE KIDNAP VICTIMS IN TARABA By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban Troops of 6 Brigade under Operations Peace Shield and Zafin Wuta have foiled a robbery on the Manya–Takum Road, forcing the attackers to flee and recovering an AK-47 and ammunition.