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NDLEA Nabs ex-convict, Businessman Over Large Cocaine Possession

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has thwarted attempt by an import and export businessman, Olisaka Chibuzo Calistus to smuggle 256 wraps of cocaine weighing 6 kilograms into the country. The NDLEA said the seizure at Aminu Kano International Airport, MAKIA, Kano, which is the single largest interception of cocaine since the creation of MAKIA Command of NDLEA in 2006 was made on Sunday 15th December 2024 during the inward clearance of passengers on Ethiopian Airlines […]

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Nigeria Police Faults Amnesty International on EndBadGovernance Killings, Demands retraction

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force on Sunday knocked Amnesty International over allegations made in its #EndBadGovernance Protests report were it accused the police of extrajudicial killings of 24 people in six northern states. The Police in dismissing the report at a Press Briefing on Sunday described the claims as false, misleading, and damaging to the image of the force. Addressing Newsmen, Force Spokesperson Muyiwa Adejobi revealed that a special investigative panel had been constituted to verify the claims. […]

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IGP Threatens to Invoke Penal Code Over Unorganized Palliative Distribution

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has raised serious concerns about the unorganized distribution of palliatives and relief items in the country during this festive period. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Saturday the IGP said this trend is worrisome and calls for urgent concerns to save the lives of citizens of this country, especially the vulnerable youths and the elderly. This warning follows a series of tragic incidents that highlight the urgent […]

December 22, 2024 9 6

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FCT Minister Directs Free Treatment for Victims of Abuja Food Distribution Stampede

By: Chinedu Echianu The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has commiserated with victims of the stampede that occurred during a food distribution event at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja on Saturday. In a statement on Saturday, by the Minister's Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, government hospitals were directed to treat those that were injured in the stampede free of charge. The Minister, who directed that police permission should henceforth be […]

December 21, 2024 6

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Involve Security Agencies During Palliatives Distribution, FEMD Tells Charity Organisations

...Commiserates with Families of Victims of Church Stampede The Acting Director General of the FCT Emergency Management Department, (FEMD), Engr Abdulrahman Mohammed has commiserated with the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Abuja and family members of victims of the stampede which occurred in the church in the early hours of Saturday (6:30 am). Reports say the stampede which claimed 10 lives including 4 children, also injured 10 persons and occurred while the church was distributing palliatives to the less privileged […]

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State of Security in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Ahead of the Festive Season

By Adenekan Sofiat As the festive season approaches, residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are raising concerns about the state of security in the region. Traditionally, this period is marked by an influx of visitors, increased economic activities, and heightened celebrations, all of which demand an enhanced security framework to ensure the safety of lives and property. Current Security Challenges in the FCT The FCT, known for its status as the nation's capital, has not been immune to security […]

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Cost Optimization Key as NIQS Launches Official Vehicle in Abuja

By: Julian Adetinuyo The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has unveiled its official vehicle, the MG RX8 (2023 model), as part of its efforts to enhance visibility and promote professionalism in Nigeria’s construction industry. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony at the NIQS headquarters in Abuja, the President of the Institute, QS Kene C. Nzekwe, FNIQS, described the MG RX8 as a symbol of progress, innovation, and professionalism. He emphasized that the initiative would bolster the Institute's competitiveness and […]

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Governor Ododo Mourns Demise of Veteran Kogi born Journalist, Rafatu Salami

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has mourned the passing of a veteran journalist and National Treasurer of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) Hajia Rafatu Salami who died in the early hours of Friday in Abuja. A statement signed by Ismaila Isah, Special Adviser on Media to the Governor said Ododo condoled with members of her immediate family, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the International Press Institute (IPI) and the management of Voice of Nigeria (VON) where she […]

December 21, 2024 6

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FCT Security Committee Ensures Safe Festive Season with Clearance Operations

By Adenekan Sofiat The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Security Committee has reassured residents of Abuja of enhanced security measures to guarantee a peaceful Christmas and New Year celebration. Speaking after the committee's meeting on Friday to review progress and operational strategies, the FCT Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, provided details of the robust security framework in place. Disu emphasized the collaboration among multiple security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, Nigerian Army, Navy, Air Force, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence […]

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