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JUST IN: Gunmen kidnap two residents in Ogun, one escapes

Daud Olatunji Panic gripped residents and motorists on Thursday evening after suspected gunmen abducted two residents during an attack in Kobape, Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of ​​Ogun State.. PLATFORM TIMES reports that the incident occurred shortly after 7pm, throwing the community into shock as the gunmen reportedly fired sporadically into the air, forcing residents to flee for safety as motorists …

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Local content must create value for Nigerians, by Olu Verheijen – THISAGE

For twenty-five years, NOG Energy Week has been one of the rooms where Nigeria tells the truth about energy: what we promised, what we deferred, what we delivered and what we must become now.This year’s theme is about ambition, competitiveness and resilience. I want to add a fourth word: try. Because in this season – when records are tested, reforms …

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NIS Suspends US Visa Application Centers Indefinitely

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has announced the indefinite suspension of the services of Online Integrated Solution (OIS Services), the operator of Nigeria’s visa application centers in the United States, effective July 1. This is contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the Public Relations Officer (SPRO), Deputy Controller of Immigration (DCI), Mr Akinsola Akinlabi. Akinlabi said …

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Against all odds: How Nigerian basketball is silencing doubters

Post views: 29 For months critics have spoken with certainty. They said Nigeria would struggle to qualify for the FIBA ​​Basketball World Cup. They questioned the appointment of NBA veteran David Fizdale as head coach of the D’Tigers. They doubted the management of the Nigeria Basketball Federation under the leadership of Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida. They predicted failure. Instead, …

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Tinubu urges Senate to expedite new criminal justice bill to end delayed trials

… The new legislation aims to improve the efficiency of federal courts nationwide …The proposed reforms strengthen oversight, accountability and the delivery of justice Daud Olatunji President Bola Tinubu has formally asked the Senate to repeal the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) 2015 and replace it with a new legal framework aimed at eliminating delays in criminal trials, improving …

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Young people in the Middle Belt report 700 deaths and 471,820 displaced people in six months and ask for urgent intervention – THIS UPDATE

By Ayo Kehinde The youth wing of the Conference of Indigenous Ethnic Community Development Associations (CONECDA) has raised fresh concerns over the worsening security situation in Nigeria’s Central Belt, claiming that more than 700 people were killed and another 471,820 displaced in coordinated attacks in 15 states between January and June 2026. Presenting its semi-annual security report in Jos on …

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Aiyedatiwa, Tunji-Ojo, Mimiko, Adelami and others for Aremolekun’s comeback musical concert

A host of eminent personalities from political, traditional, religious and entertainment circles are expected to converge on Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Friday for the highly anticipated comeback musical concert of Aremolekun, organized by the Pillar of Bethel Angelic Voices (POBAV). Among the dignitaries expected at the event are the Governor of Ondo State, the Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, …

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The Imo State Basketball Association will unveil long-term development plan

Post views: 24 By Wakawaka Sports The leadership of the Imo State Basketball Association has initiated efforts to reposition basketball in the state with the intention of unveiling a comprehensive long-term development program designed to revive the sport from grassroots to professional level. The President of the Imo State Basketball Association, Hon. Johnbosco Okeahialam, paid a courtesy visit to …

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The United States releases the names and photos of 124 Nigerians sentenced to deportation for criminal convictions

The US government has released the names and photographs of 124 Nigerians scheduled for deportation for criminal convictions as part of a stepped-up immigration enforcement campaign under President Donald Trump. The list, released Wednesday by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), identifies Nigerians among individuals described as the “worst of the worst” criminals apprehended by US Immigration and Customs …

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Former CCT chief Danladi Umar detained in Kuje prison over alleged corruption charges – THIS END

By Victor Osula, Abuja A former Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) president, Danladi Umar, was detained in Kuje Correctional Center on Thursday after the Federal Government arraigned him in the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Maitama, on four charges of alleged abuse of office involving $13.93 million in illicit payments by contractors. Judge Peter Kekemeke ordered Umar …

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