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Suspected herdsmen set Falae’s oil palm plantation on fire

January 22, 2018 Admin

Multiple reports by Nigeria’s media said a section of the farm owned by a former secretary to the Federal Government, Chief Olu Falae has been set on fire. Herdsmen are being accused of torching the farm located in Ilado Village, Akure North Local Government of Ondo State. According to reports, the arsonists did not steal anything on the farm but burnt down five hectares of oil palm plantation. The Punch reported that Falae’s Personal Assistant, Captain Moshood Raji, (rtd) confirmed the incident. Raji told Punch: “At about 6pm, I got…

Buhari yet to decide on 2019 – Adesina

January 22, 2018 Admin

Presidential adviser on media and publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, on Sunday in Abuja said President Muhammadu Buhari has not decided on whether to contest in the 2019 election. Adesina said this while speaking with State House correspondents adding that the president is presently in a better state of health than in 2015, to seek re-election . He added that president Buhari’s health would never be an issue as he had been improving tremendously since his return from medical vacation. Buhari left Nigeria on May 7, for the second round of his…

Feature News: Nigeria’s Banditry: FG Must Hunt Down Sponsors, Financiers September 14, 2026
…….As security expert, residents urge FG to strengthen security Elizabeth Vincent, Yenagoa For years banditry and kidnapping have continued to cast a long and terrifying shadow over Nigeria leaving families traumatised, communities vulnerable and citizens increasingly uncertain about their safety, beyond the gunmen who abduct and kill, questions are mounting over the powerful networks […]
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Oborevwori Distributes 50 Fishing Boats, Engines to Fishermen In 3 Warri LGAs September 14, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has distributed 50 fishing boats equipped with 15-horsepower Yamaha outboard engines and fishing nets to fishermen across Warri North, Warri South and Warri South-West Local Government Areas of the state. The intervention, according to the governor, is aimed at boosting fishing activities, improving the income of riverine […]
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Police Foil Alleged Abduction, Rescue 16-Year-Old Boy In Onitsha September 14, 2026
…Suspected abductors dump victim near checkpoint The Anambra State Police Command has rescued a 16-year-old boy, identified as Favour Ayogu, allegedly abducted in Igboeze South Local Government Area of Enugu State and later abandoned near a security checkpoint in Onitsha. Ayogu was rescued by a joint security patrol team at Ekene Junction, along […]
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Police Arrest Mother Over Alleged Brutal Abuse Of 7-Year-Old Girl In Anambra September 14, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has condemned the alleged brutal abuse of a seven-year-old girl, Oluebube Ofoma, in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The Command also confirmed the arrest of the girl’s mother, Mrs Ogechi Ofoma, 32, following the rescue of the child by community security personnel and concerned residents. […]
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2027: Dafinone Leads ‘6-Over-6’ Push Across Ethiope West, Sapele September 14, 2026
The battle for Delta Central ahead of the 2027 general elections has entered a new phase, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) launching an aggressive grassroots mobilisation drive aimed at sweeping all elective positions in the district. The renewed push gathered momentum on Sunday as Senator Ede Dafinone took his consultation campaign to Ethiope West […]
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Oborevwori To Swear In Auditor-General, Inaugurate Councils Of 3 Delta Varsities September 14, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, will on Tuesday, September 22, swear in Mr. Emasogbe Matthew Oghene as the state’s new Auditor-General and inaugurate the Governing Councils of three state-owned universities. The ceremonies, scheduled for 10am at Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, will see the formal inauguration of the Governing Councils […]
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URHOBO’S ₦100BN GAS PARK: The Qestions Omo-Agege Must Answer September 14, 2026
By Ufuoma Egbe There comes a point when political leaders must stop issuing evasive explanations and answer the difficult questions. For Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, that point is now. The controversy surrounding the proposed ₦100 billion Industrial Gas Park raises a fundamental question: was the project located based on technical and economic considerations, or […]
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Dafinone: Urhobo Interest Must Be Protected In Gas Park Project September 12, 2026
Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has said his position on the proposed Industrial Gas Park at Sanubi-Orogun, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, remains clear, insisting that the economic interests of the Urhobo people must be protected. Dafinone, who is Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Content, said […]
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ATAWA AI Secures Abu Dhabi License, Expands AI, Cybersecurity Operations September 12, 2026
ATAWA AI Technology and Consultancy has secured a licence to operate in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, marking a major expansion of its artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and technology consultancy operations. The company said the new Abu Dhabi entity is licensed for activities spanning AI research and consultancy, AI development, cybersecurity, information technology, computer systems and […]
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2027: APC Leaders in Bayelsa Endorse Tinubu, Goli, Obuebite, Others September 12, 2026
Political leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Nembe Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, alongside other candidates of the party for the 2027 general elections. The endorsed candidates are Chief Israel Sunny Goli as Senatorial Candidate for Bayelsa East Senatorial District, Dr. […]
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