Category: News
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CHARGES THEM TO TAKE THE WAR TO CRIMINALS 1. Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, on Thursday, December 12, 2024 presented 50 brand new operational vehicles to the security agencies in the FCT to support the fight against insecurity. 2. Speaking during the presentation ceremony, the FCT Minister said security was…
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Troops of Operation Safe Haven in Plateau State have raided a kidnappers’ den in the Bassa Local Government Area, arresting bandits’ arms suppliers disguising as transporters. Also arrested in the raid was a notorious kingpin identified as Mohammed Musa, also known as Mamman. The spokesperson for the military task force, Maj. Samson Zhakom disclosed these…
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An Ikeja special offences court in Lagos has fixed January 20, 2025, for the arraignment of Ahmed Kuru, former managing director of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON), over allegations of N76 billion and $31.5 million fraud. Kuru is to be arraigned alongside Roy Ilegbodu, managing director of Arik Air; Kamilu Omokide, receiver manager…
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The United States Embassy in Nigeria has reviewed its immigration visa processes for immigrants starting from January 1, 2025. According to the embassy, applicants with interviews will now visit the Consulate General in Lagos at least twice during the process. The directive was announced on its official X page on Tuesday. It read, “For applicants…
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The exchange rate between the naira and the dollar continued its rapid appreciation on the official EFEM market, closing at N1,535/$1 on Friday, December 6, 2024. This marks a significant milestone, as the naira strengthens further following three consecutive days of appreciation since the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced the Enhanced Foreign Exchange Market…
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Significant structural reforms have been initiated by the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), involving major personnel changes and strict disciplinary actions aimed at addressing misconduct within its ranks. These measures are part of the ongoing drive to enhance leadership, promote accountability, and improve the professionalism of the force. Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun announced the redeployment…
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It was a rare instance of Lionel Messi stepping on a soccer field and having no idea what was happening[/b]. There they were, more than 250 Inter Miami academy players, a slew of kids lined up at midfield in a formation that spelled out three letters: MVP. And when Messi saw his children, he realized…
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FG’s Debt to China, India, IMF, Others Rises By N30tn, Full List Shows Top Creditors and Amount Owed. • The naira devaluation has increased Nigeria’s external debt by about N30.03 trillion between 2023 and June 2024 • Data from the Debt Management Office (DMO) shows that as of June 1, last year, Nigeria’s external debt…
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President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of a simplified visa process for Nigerian nationals has ignited a rising backlash in South Africa with some citizens taking to social media to call for his resignation. This initiative, intended to enhance economic growth and promote tourism, was unveiled during the 11th Session of the South Africa-Nigeria Bi-National Commission held…
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No foreign military base will be allowed in Nigeria – CDS The Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, Gen. Christopher Musa, has refuted reports alleging that permission had been granted to France to establish an expeditionary military base in Nigeria. Musa condemned the insinuation that the recent visit of President Bola Tinubu to France, where a…