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Rivers TUC Issues 21-Day Ultimatum to Heavy-Duty Truck Operators Over Indiscriminate Parking

The Trade Union Congress (TUC) in Rivers State has issued a 21-day notice to owners, unions, and drivers of heavy-duty trucks to end the indiscriminate parking of their vehicles across the state. Speaking during a press briefing in Port Harcourt, the state chairman of the TUC, Josiah Ugochukwu, warned that any truck found violating the

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Nigerians Express Dissatisfaction with Tinubu Administration, Demand Review of Economic Policies

As the country continues to grapple with economic challenges and rising insecurity, many Nigerians say they are increasingly dissatisfied with the Tinubu administration, accusing the government of subjecting citizens to unprecedented hardship. In interviews with our correspondent, several Nigerians voiced frustration over the soaring cost of living, unstable electricity supply, and the rising prices of

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Security Politics

IGP Deploys Intelligence Team to Kwara Community After Attack on CAC Church

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has deployed a specialised team from the Force Intelligence Directorate to Eruku in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State to investigate the recent attack on the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) and track down those responsible. The intelligence team, mandated to gather and analyse critical information to support ongoing

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Security Politics

24 Abducted Schoolgirls in Kebbi Regain Freedom, Tinubu Welcomes Release

The 24 schoolgirls abducted in Maga, Danko-Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State, have regained their freedom, bringing relief to families and communities who have waited anxiously since the incident. Their release was confirmed on Tuesday in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. According to the

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Politics

Etche Council Chairman Donates 500kVA Transformer to Mba Clan Communities

The Chairman of Etche Local Government Area, Chima Njoku, has handed over a 500kVA transformer to the people of Mba Clan, which comprises five communities. During the presentation, Njoku said the initiative was aimed at ensuring steady and uninterrupted electricity supply in the area as the festive season approaches. He urged residents to protect the

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Politics Foreign

US and Ukraine Report Progress on Updated Peace Framework

US and Ukrainian negotiators have developed an updated and refined framework aimed at achieving a peace settlement in the ongoing conflict, according to a joint statement released after talks in Geneva. Both parties said the discussions on the US-backed proposal had been “highly productive,” and confirmed that intensive negotiations would continue in the coming days.

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Politics Security

Kwara Government Confirms Release of 38 Abducted Worshippers

The Kwara State Government has confirmed the release of 38 worshippers who were abducted by bandits from the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Eruku. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq announced their release in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, on Sunday. While the governor expressed relief at their safe return, the statement did

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Politics

President Orders Withdrawal of Police Escorts from VIPs

President Bola Tinubu has directed the withdrawal of police officers currently assigned as escorts to Very Important Persons across the country. A statement by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said the officers will be redeployed to focus on their core policing responsibilities, including improving public security and community policing. The directive followed a security meeting held

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Rivers Governor Fubara Calls for Stakeholder Collaboration to Boost Security in South-South

Rivers State Governor, SIM Fubara, has urged stakeholders in the South-South geo-political zone to collaborate in order to promote lasting peace and security in the region. Governor Fubara made the call on Thursday during the South-South Zonal Public Hearing on National Security, organized by the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on the National Security Summit, held in

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Ikwerre Council Chairman Promises Support for Community Activities to Curb Insecurity

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area, Charles Wobodo, has pledged the council’s support for community-driven initiatives aimed at reducing insecurity within the area. Wobodo gave the assurance when the Isiokpo Bicycle Carnival Committee paid him a courtesy visit at the council secretariat in Isiokpo. He commended the committee for their effort in organizing the

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