Nigeria’s Ambassador to Spain, Okezie Ikpeazu, has presented his credentials to King Felipe VI and called for stronger economic ties, direct air connectivity and renewed bilateral cooperation.
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Osun Speaker Orders Urgent Removal of Refuse, Clearing of Blocked Drainages Across State!
Osun Assembly Speaker Adewale Egbedun has directed the Ministry of Environment to urgently clear refuse and blocked drainages across the state amid renewed flooding concerns.
NAF Receives Five New Helicopters to Strengthen Nigeria’s Anti-Terror Operations!
The Nigerian Air Force has received five new helicopters, including AW-109 Trekker B and H-125 platforms, to strengthen counterterrorism and other security operations.
Over N350m Recovered From Terrorist Financiers in North-East, Outgoing Hadin Kai Commander Says!
Outgoing Operation Hadin Kai commander Major General Abubakar Abdulsalam says more than N350 million was recovered from terrorist financiers in Nigeria’s North-East.
Akwa Ibom Pays Over N90bn in Inherited Gratuities, Recruits 7,069 Workers Under Eno!
Akwa Ibom says it has paid over N90bn in inherited gratuity liabilities and recruited 7,069 workers under Governor Umo Eno as the state expands Public service reforms
KFC Nigeria Brings Back BOGO Bucket Deal With 24-Hour Buy-One-Get-One Offer!
KFC Nigeria is bringing back its BOGO Bucket deal on September 17, offering a free second bucket of the same size across selected cities and delivery platforms
Police Debunk Terrorist Attack Reports at Asaba International Airport, Say Security Operation Was Simulation!
Police have debunked reports of a terrorist attack at Asaba International Airport, clarifying that the security operation was part of Nigeria’s Rapid Response 3 crisis simulation.
NDLEA Destroys Cannabis Farm in Edo, Arrests Three Suspected Traffickers!
NDLEA operatives have destroyed a cannabis plantation in Edo State and arrested three suspected drug traffickers during an intelligence-led operation in Owan West.
NSCDC Arrests Father, Son and Nephew Over Alleged Electricity Cable Theft in Osun!
NSCDC in Osun State arrests a 60-year-old man, his son and nephew over the alleged theft of electricity cables kept for safekeeping in Iwo.
Kaduna Says Security Gains Have Restored More Than 500,000 Hectares of Farmland to Farmers!
Kaduna State says more than 500,000 hectares of farmland previously affected by insecurity have been recovered, allowing farmers to return as the government combines security operations, community engagement and agricultural investment.
Drought: Jigawa Community Turns to Prayer as Prolonged Dry Spell Threatens Farmlands!
Residents of Basirka, Jigawa State, have held a three-day special prayer for rainfall as a prolonged dry spell threatens farmlands and raises concerns over agricultural production.
Tinubu Orders Release of Funds to Regional Development Commissions, Warns Against Waste!
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the timely release of approved funds to Nigeria’s regional development commissions and urged them to pursue private investment, accountability and long-term regional development.
Anambra Police Arrest Mother Over Alleged Hot-Knife Injury to Seven-Year-Old Daughter!
Anambra police have arrested a 32-year-old woman over allegations that she severely injured her seven-year-old daughter with a heated knife in Awada-Obosi.
RMAFC Chairman Shehu Says Corruption Goes Beyond Bribery, Calls for Stronger Accountability in Public Office!
RMAFC Chairman Mohammed Bello Shehu says corruption extends beyond bribery and fund diversion, highlighting abuse of office, favouritism and conflicts of interest.
Nigeria High Commission to Refund £50 to UK Passport Applicants Who Paid £70 Fee!
Nigeria High Commission in the UK will refund £50 to passport applicants who paid a £70 administrative fee, restoring the standard charge to £20.