Defence Headquarters denies reported surrender of bandit leader Bello Turji

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has refuted claims that Bello Turji, a notorious bandit leader operating in the North-West, has surrendered to the military. Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, addressed the issue on Thursday in Abuja while briefing journalists on recent military activities. “In response to the question about the terrorist leader,…

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President Tinubu made cancer treatment possible in Nigeria—Minister

The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, has stated that President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda has significantly transformed Nigeria’s healthcare sector, particularly by making cancer treatment accessible within the country. Idris made this known on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the Governor of Enugu State, Mr. Peter Mbah, in Enugu….

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FG approves nine new private varsities

The Federal Government has approved the establishment of nine new private universities in various parts of the country. Minister of Education Dr Tunji Alausa announced on Wednesday, while addressing State House correspondents following the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting chaired by President Bola Tinubu in Abuja. The newly approved institutions include: Dr. Alausa revealed that…

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Nigeria to temporarily close border with Niger Republic ahead of Jigawa By-election

The Nigerian government has announced the temporary closure of its border with the Niger Republic to enhance security, curb cross-border crimes, and protect the integrity of the by-election scheduled for Saturday. Electoral stakeholders have emphasized that the move is aimed at preventing potential threats and ensuring the election proceeds without any external interference. Jigawa State,…

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