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Nigerian Police warn against misusing IGP’s authority to intimidate others

  • October 28, 2024
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The Nigeria Police Force has cautioned the public against misusing the office of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, as a means of intimidation, emphasizing that such actions compromise the IGP’s commitment to impartiality. This warning follows an incident involving Nigerian legislator Hon. Alexander Ikwegh, who allegedly assaulted Bolt driver Mr Stephen Abuwatseya during […]

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Nigeria launches action plan to combat Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)

  • October 21, 2024
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In a bold step towards combating the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Second National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR 2.0). This milestone aligns with the political declaration endorsed in the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly High-Level Meeting (UNGA-HLM), President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s […]

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Nigerian singer Oluwadolarz blames gay sex requests for lack of promotion

  • October 21, 2024
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Nigerian singer and content creator, Oluwadolarz, has attributed the lack of promotion for his music to inappropriate demands from a gay music executive. The comedian-turned-singer revealed that he was asked for sexual favours in exchange for help in promoting his songs, but he refused to comply. In a post shared via his Instagram account on […]

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Betting shops in northern Nigeria raided by Islamic police

  • October 2, 2024
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The Islamic police, known as Hisbah, have begun raiding and closing down sports betting shops in Kano city, citing illegal operations. The crackdown follows complaints from community leaders and parents concerned about the growing number of gambling addicts. On the first day of the raids, 30 shops were shut down in the Munjibir area, a […]