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Report Highlights Child Labour, Human Right Abuses, Environmental Degradation In Nigeria’s Mining Sector

LITE-Africa has unveiled widespread child labour, environmental degradation in Nigeria's mining sector, highlighting the severe impact on local communities' livelihoods.

4 months ago

US Declares Edmundo González Winner of Venezuelan Election Amidst Maduro’s Controversial Victory

US Secretary of State Blinken has confirmed González's election victory in Venezuela, urging peaceful transition and release of election data.

4 months ago

IGP Egbetokun: Nigeria Police on Red Alert To Deal Decisively with Further Threats To Public Safety

"The motive of the rioters was basically two; loot and destroy private and government property," said Nigeria's police chief Egbetokun.

4 months ago

Following Looting and Vandalism, Kano Police Arrest 269, Warn Against Fake News

Kano Police have apprehended criminals who exploited protests as a cover for malicious activities.

4 months ago

Kalu Urges Igbos To Sit-At-Home + Police Deactivate Explosive, Shoot Teargas At Protesters – Trending With  Ojy Okpe

https://cdn.veri.app/5b03d1ee-dbae-4f1c-9008-7efcf49c3f40.mp4 Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad of the Lagos police command on Wednesday, were in full display of might…

4 months ago

Ex-Niger Delta Militants: Promoters of Hardship Protest are Plotting Anarchy

Former Niger Delta militants have denounced the planned protests, alleging it aims to incite anarchy and unconstitutional change.

4 months ago

Nigeria Unveils Large Elephant Sculpture Moulded from Destroyed Ivory

An elephant sculpture made of pulverised ivory represents Nigeria's zero-tolerance for wildlife trafficking.

4 months ago

UK Donates IT Equipment To National Population Commission For Digitisation of Nigerian Birth Records

The UK Government has donated IT equipment to the NPC to aid in the digitisation of 40 million birth certificates.

4 months ago

Nigerian Air Force Takes Down 150 Illegal Refining Sites in Anti-Oil Theft Effort Over Three Months

Air Marshal Hasan Abubaka says NAF dismantled 150 illegal refining sites in three months, combating oil theft and economic sabotage.

4 months ago

Polytechnic Union Sets Aside Strike Ultimatum After Positive Talks

Following a productive meeting with education authorities, the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics has suspended strike plans for 15 days.

4 months ago

Windfall Tax: Bankers Meet Tinubu, Seek Clarification

"We want prosperity democratised," said UBA's Elumelu. "We're confident of government's support for economic growth," said FCMB's Balogun.

4 months ago

Otedola Supports Nigeria’s Windfall Tax, Condemns Bank Execs For Flaunting Wealth, Owning Private Jets

Otedola says revenue from windfall tax could be directed towards Nigeria's public services and condemned bank chiefs' private jet ownership.

4 months ago

IGP Egbetokun Vows to Establish Indoor Shooting Simulation Centres Across Nigeria

Kayode Egbetokun says he'll replicate the establishment of Nigeria Police Force Indoor Shooting Simulation Centre across the federation.

4 months ago

Tinubu’s Glaring Intervention Will Deter Niger Delta Youths From Joining Protest, Minister Momoh

Niger Delta minister Momoh says Tinubu's footprint in the region will discourage the youths from joining any national protest.

4 months ago

Court Restricts Protesters to Abuja Stadium

An FCT court has restricted participants in the August 1 hardship protest to the MKO Abiola national stadium, Abuja

4 months ago

Olukoyede: We’re Working Round the Clock to Recover, Plough Back Stolen Funds into Nigerian Economy

EFCC boss Olukoyede says he's working round the clock to recover stolen funds invested in assets globally by Nigerians.

4 months ago

Asari Dokubo Says Protesters Must Wait Till 2027 + Lagosians Threatened + Onyeka Onwenu’s Death – Trending With Ojy Okpe

https://cdn.veri.app/25c651af-c603-422b-84a9-a9ca9b4328d8.mp4 Nigeria's iconic singer and songwriter, Onyeka Onwenu, died on Tuesday shortly after performing at a birthday party in Lagos.…

4 months ago

Legendary Nigerian Singer and Actress, Onyeka Onwenu, Dies at 72

Legendary singer and actress Onyeka Onwenu, 72, has died after collapsing suddenly following a performance at a birthday celebration.

4 months ago

Ndume Rejects New Senate Office, Demands Fourth-Floor Office Based on Seniority

Senator Ali Ndume has declined his newly-allocated office on the third floor, asserting his seniority warrants a fourth-floor office.

4 months ago

Naval Chief Ogalla Blames Oil Theft on Proliferation of Small Arms, Poverty, Economic Factors

NCS Ogalla says the proliferation of small arms and economic challenges are drivers of oil theft in Nigeria.

4 months ago