NDLEA arrests two Europe-based Nigerians with 200 wraps of cocaine
The NDLEA said a body scan revealed foreign objects in the stomachs of the two men, who were travelling on flight AF 832.
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Freedom advocates urge Nigeria to grant Africans visa-free entry
They advocated reciprocal arrangements among African countries, citing Kenya and Rwanda as examples of countries that had taken steps to ease entry for other Africans. The post Freedom advocates urge Nigeria to grant Africans visa-free entry appeared first on Premium Times Nigeri...
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Tinubu still committed to stable electricity — APC PCC
The APC Presidential Campaign Council has assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu remains committed to his promise of ensuring stable electricity supp Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-still-committed-to-stable-electricity-apc-pcc/...
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NDLEA Intercepts Two Europe-Based Nigerians With Cocaine At Abuja Airport
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two Nigerians living in Europe after they allegedly swallowed 200 wraps of cocaine weighing 3.46 kilogrammes while attempting to travel from Abuja to Paris, France. The suspects were intercepted on Wednesday, October 2...
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FG launches USSD service to help Nigerians access loans without internet [How to apply]
The Federal Government has launched a new USSD-based credit service, SPARK, designed to help Nigerians access loans and build formal credit histories using basic mobile phones. The product, introduced by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), targets Nigerians, par...
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MURIC kicks against Hijab ban in Nigerian law schools
Muslim Rights Concern, MURIC has expressed displeasure over the ban on female Muslim students from wearing Hijab at Nigerian law schools. The organisation described the development as sad and unfortunate. MURIC, in a statement signed by its Executive Director, Professor Isiaq Aki...
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Joint naval, army forces kill 34 insurgents in Lake Chad region
Operatives of the Nigerian Navy Marines and Nigerian Army have conducted “intelligence-driven” offensives against terrorists ravaging the troubled Lake Chad region, killing at least 34. The post Joint naval, army forces kill 34 insurgents in Lake Chad region appeared first on Pre...
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Naira Outlook Stable amid Bonny light at $115 a barrel & CBN’s $55 billion
The Nigerian naira enters the month supported by rising crude oil prices, higher domestic oil output, and a substantial increase in foreign reserves. The post Naira Outlook Stable amid Bonny light at $115 a barrel & CBN’s $55 billion appeared first on Nairametrics ....
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Pastor Jimmy Odukoya introduces new wife
Mr Odukoya previously married Ms Banjoko in London in March 2013, and they have two children. The post Pastor Jimmy Odukoya introduces new wife appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria ....
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SERAP Asks Tinubu To Order Probe Into Suspected AI-Generated Voter Photos
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Bola Tinubu to direct the National Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), Vincent Olatunji, to investigate suspected artificial intelligence (AI)-g...
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PDP, NDC members defect to APC as ‘Tinubu Must Stay’ spreads to Jigawa
By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA: Some members of the Peoples Democratic Party PDP and the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress APC in Jigawa State. They announced their defection in Garun Gabas Ward of Malam Madori Local Government Area at t...
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Tinubu’s pledge on electricity must be considered in full context- APC Campaign Council
At a meeting with members of the Organised Private Sector in Lagos ahead of the 2023 general elections, Mr Tinubu had promised to end estimated billing and ensure stable electricity supply. The post Tinubu’s pledge on electricity must be considered in full context- APC Campaign C...
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Nigeria woos Russian investors, seeks local currency trade settlement at Moscow summit
By Boluwaji Obahopo Nigeria has called for a shift in its relations with Russia from political commitments to practical economic cooperation, urging Russian investors to explore opportunities in the country’s energy, solid minerals, agriculture, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals...