August 28, 2025

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Crime General Terrorism

Outrage as Gunmen Attack Mosque in Sokoto, Kill 15 Worshippers During Salat

At least 15 Muslim worshippers were gruesomely killed, and several others left injured when armed assailants stormed a mosque in Sokoto State during the early hours of Thursday, July 3, 2025. The tragic attack occurred while the victims were observing Salat (prayer), in what has been described as a cold-blooded massacre by suspected terrorists. According

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Football Sports

Nine-Man PSG Edge Past Bayern to Secure Club World Cup Semi-Final Spot

Paris Saint-Germain pulled off a dramatic victory against Bayern Munich despite being reduced to nine men, clinching a spot in the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup. In a pulsating quarter-final clash, the French champions demonstrated resilience and tactical discipline to outlast the German giants, sealing a narrow but decisive win. PSG were forced

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Politics

Power Minister Adelabu Declares 2027 Oyo Gubernatorial Ambition, Begins Stakeholder Consultations

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has formally announced his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State under the All Progressives Congress (APC). The declaration marks the beginning of widespread consultations with key political stakeholders across the state. Adelabu, a former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria and a 2019 APC

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Politics

Alaafin of Oyo, Ooni of Ife Unite in Lagos for Constitution Review Hearing on Traditional Rulers’ Role

In a symbolic show of unity and cultural significance, the Alaafin of Oyo and the Ooni of Ife met in Lagos on Friday during a public hearing on the amendment of the 1999 Constitution, aimed at strengthening the role of traditional institutions in Nigeria. The historic gathering took place at the South-West zonal public hearing

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Customs General

Seme Customs Collaborates with Media, Community Leaders to Boost Border Security

July 5, 2025 | Seme, Lagos State In a renewed effort to bolster national security and enhance public trust, the Nigeria Customs Service, Seme Area Command, has engaged media practitioners and opinion leaders within the border community in a strategic dialogue aimed at improving information sharing and collaboration. The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Timi Bomodi,

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General

Apapa Customs Seals Three Bonded Terminals for Violations, Rakes in ₦1.378 Trillion in Half-Year Revenue

July 5, 2025 | Lagos, Nigeria  The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has intensified its clampdown on non-compliant terminal operators, sealing three bonded terminals over various infractions. This was disclosed by the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, during the command’s mid-year performance briefing held on Thursday, July 3, 2025. According to

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Customs General

PTML Customs, Code of Conduct Bureau Collaborate to Promote Transparency through Asset Declaration Sensitisation

July 5, 2025 | Lagos, Nigeria  In a bid to strengthen ethical conduct and accountability in public service, the Port & Terminal Multi-Services Limited (PTML) Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Thursday, July 3, 2025, hosted a sensitisation session on asset declaration in collaboration with the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB). The

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General NIMC

NIMC Marks Two Years of Transformative Progress Under Engr. Dr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote

July 5, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria  The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has marked two years of unprecedented achievements under the leadership of Engr. Dr. Abisoye Coker-Odusote, who assumed office in 2023. Her tenure has been widely hailed for bringing transformative reforms to Nigeria’s identity management system. A major milestone recorded is the successful registration

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General

Nigeria Loses $25 Billion Annually to Power Deficit, Says Experts

July 5, 2025 | Abuja, Nigeria  Nigeria is reportedly losing an estimated $25 billion annually due to inadequate electricity supply, according to industry analysts and economic experts. The persistent power crisis continues to hamper industrial productivity, discourage investment, and push millions of households and businesses to rely on expensive alternatives. Economic experts revealed that the

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General Youths

Ogun Govt Partners Cybervilla to Empower Youths with Mobile Device Repair Skills

July 5, 2025 | Abeokuta, Ogun State   In a move to boost youth employment and technological self-reliance, the Ogun State Government has partnered with technology firm, Cybervilla, to train young residents in mobile phone and electronic device repairs. The initiative, which aligns with Governor Dapo Abiodun’s agenda to reduce unemployment and promote digital literacy across

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