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GROUP HAILS PRESIDENT TINUBU ON APPOINTMENT OF DENNIS OTUARO AS PAP ADMINISTRATOR

A group, the Niger Delta Liberation Force – NDLF Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Zone has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing Chief Dennis Otuaro as the new Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Program, saying he is a square peg in a square hole.

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Sports

Ivory Coast Edge Ecuador 1–0 in Hard-Fought World Cup Victory

Ivory Coast secured a narrow but valuable 1–0 win over Ecuador in their World Cup Group E opener, grinding out a disciplined performance to claim all three points in a tightly contested encounter. The African side showed strong organisation and defensive resilience throughout the match, limiting Ecuador’s attacking threats while remaining patient in their build-up

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Sports

Edo Queens Clinch NWFL Super 6 Title After Dominant Campaign

Edo Queens FC have been crowned champions of the 2025/2026 NWFL Premiership Super 6 after an impressive campaign that ended with a decisive result in the final matchday of the competition. The Benin-based side sealed the title following a hard-fought draw against defending champions Bayelsa Queens in a tense final clash, a result that was

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Sports

Germany Crush Curaçao 7–1 in Dominant World Cup Statement Win

Germany delivered one of the most emphatic performances of the World Cup so far, sweeping aside Curaçao 7–1 in a one-sided Group E encounter. From the opening whistle, Germany imposed total control of possession and territory, breaking down their opponents with quick passing, high pressing, and relentless attacking movement. The breakthrough came early, and once

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Sports

Japan Fight Back Twice to Hold Netherlands in Dramatic 2–2 World Cup Opener

Japan produced a spirited late surge to secure a 2–2 draw against the Netherlands in a thrilling World Cup Group F opener in Texas, with an 88th-minute equaliser sealing a dramatic comeback. The Dutch side appeared to be closing in on all three points after twice taking the lead and managing the tempo of the

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Security General

Military Launches Operation Clean Sweep III Against Bandits in Katsina

The Defence Headquarters’ Joint Task Force North West under Operation Fansan Yamma has launched a major offensive operation, codenamed Operation Clean Sweep III, targeting terrorists and bandits operating in Matazu Local Government Area and neighbouring communities in Katsina State. The operation follows the incident that led to the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar,

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Security General

Defence Headquarters Condoles Katsina Over Killing of Retired General

A high-powered delegation from the Defence Headquarters has paid a condolence visit to the Katsina State Government over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abdullahi, assuring that those responsible for his killing will be brought to justice. The delegation, led by the Chief Administration Officer at the Defence Headquarters, Major General I.M. Abdullahi, was

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General

Rivers Police Begin Enforcement Against Defaced Number Plates

The Rivers State Police Command says it will commence a statewide enforcement exercise from Monday, June 15, 2026, targeting vehicles with covered, obscured, unauthorised, defaced, or missing registration number plates. The Command said the exercise is in compliance with a directive from the Inspector-General of Police aimed at strengthening public safety and preventing criminals from

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Politics Foreign

US and Iran Announce Framework Peace Agreement

The United States and Iran have announced a framework agreement aimed at restoring peace, with the deal expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on Friday. President Donald Trump said oil exports would resume once the agreement is concluded, while Iran’s deputy foreign minister confirmed on state television that a deal had been finalised. Iran’s

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Health Politics

Ikwerre Council Backs Nurses’ Health Outreach

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area, Charles Wobodo, has assured the Ikwerre Nurses Association of support for its forthcoming health outreach programme. Speaking during a visit by members of the association, Wobodo pledged collaboration, security and welfare support to ensure the success of the initiative. The President of the association, Uche Victoria Nnokam, said

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Economy General

Youths Should Be Recognised as Leaders of Today – My-ACE China

The Mayor of Housing, My-ACE China, says young people should be recognised and developed as leaders of today rather than leaders of tomorrow. Speaking after the Strategic Elevation Conference Port Harcourt 2026, he noted that the true wealth of Rivers State lies in its people and emphasised the importance of proper positioning for success. Motivational

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