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Education

Islamic scholar calls for govt. support to boost Quranic education

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A leading Islamic scholar argues that government-supported Quranic education is a strategic national investment for cultivating morally upright, patriotic leaders who can combat Nigeria’s pervasive social vices and insecurity. The core proposition is that deep religious and moral instruction, as exemplified by graduates who demonstrate exceptional integrity, directly builds the character needed to counter tribalism, corruption, and crime. This model of holistic education, which blends spiritual, moral, and psychological preparation with academic learning, is presented as a viable solution to societal decay. The

Community

Abuja community seeks relocation of Karu abattoir

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The Karu Gbagyi Development Association has issued a critical appeal to relocate the centrally-located Karu Abattoir, citing severe environmental pollution from waste runoff and its transformation into a hub for drug sales and youth criminality. They propose repurposing the land for educational or sports facilities while simultaneously urging the government to complete the long-stalled Karu General Hospital to address healthcare access. This dual appeal highlights a community prioritizing public health, youth development, and infrastructure over a disruptive economic activity. The

Elections

Osun 2026: Accord confident of Adeleke’s re-election

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The Accord Party’s South West leadership projects Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election in Osun’s 2026 gubernatorial race, citing his administration’s measurable performance as the core rationale. Key achievements underpinning this confidence include dramatically improving the state’s education ranking from 33rd to 7th nationally, halving the infrastructure deficit, and reducing inherited debt by over 40%. These tangible outcomes, coupled with noted improvements in healthcare access, are presented as evidence of effective, service

General News

Filicide: Father arrested in Edo over alleged killing, secret burial of teenage son

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A father in Edo State has been arrested for the alleged fatal assault and secret burial of his 15-year-old son, following a tip-off and critical testimony from the boy’s grandmother. This case highlights a severe breakdown of familial protection and underscores the vital role of community vigilance and intergenerational testimony in uncovering hidden crimes. The police response, involving scene documentation and evidence recovery, demonstrates a procedural approach to securing justice. Ultimately, this tragedy serves as a stark warning against domestic violence and reinforces the necessity of community

Agriculture

NADF distributes inputs to 2,000 Sokoto onion farmers to reduce post-harvest losses

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The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) is targeting a critical bottleneck in Nigeria’s food system by distributing essential inputs like fertilizer and insecticides to 2,000 Sokoto onion farmers, directly aiming to reduce post-harvest losses. This intervention addresses core risk factors—such as poor seedlings—to enhance farmer productivity and profitability, serving as a strategic model for mitigating agricultural under-investment. The initiative underscores a broader federal commitment to de-risking the sector and creating an enabling environment to attract

Economy/Business

Insurance recapitalisation closes solvency gaps, deepens market stability

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Nigeria’s insurance sector is undergoing a transformative recapitalization via the NIIRA 2025 Act, strategically raising capital thresholds to bolster solvency, underwriting capacity, and its role in national economic growth. Insurers are proactively responding with structured, multi-phase capital-raising strategies—such as rights issues and private placements—to meet the new requirements sustainably by the 2026 deadline. This disciplined approach prioritizes long-term stability over rushed compliance, aiming to restore market confidence and enhance policyholder protection

General News

Transportation expert lauds Mbah over security, infrastructure in Enugu

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Governor Peter Mbah’s administration in Enugu State is being hailed as a transformative model, achieving outsized security and infrastructure results despite limited federal funds. Key to this progress is a tech-enhanced security strategy, featuring a state-of-the-art control center and drone operations, which has actively displaced criminal elements and created a foundation for economic growth. The parallel rollout of modern transportation infrastructure, including BRT and electric vehicles, alongside urban expansion and smart schools, directly supports the ambitious goal of building a $30

General News

NAPTIP hands over 11 victims of human trafficking to Jigawa council

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NAPTIP has rescued and repatriated 11 young male trafficking victims, aged 7 to 15, from Kogi State back to their communities in Jigawa State, highlighting a critical interstate trafficking route within Nigeria. This case underscores the severe vulnerability of children from specific rural villages to internal exploitation. The successful handover, facilitated by swift inter-agency cooperation between federal and local authorities, demonstrates a functional model for victim reintegration. Ultimately, this incident reveals that effective counter-trafficking

Agriculture

FG, Yobe empower 520 onion farmers with inputs

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A targeted federal and state partnership is providing critical agricultural inputs to 520 Yobe onion farmers, specifically selected as victims of recent climate-induced flooding. This intervention underscores a strategic focus on the high-value onion sector for rebuilding livelihoods and enhancing rural economic resilience post-disaster. The program is framed as a national model, part of a larger initiative for 2,000 farmers, aligning with broader agendas for food security and agricultural ecosystem stabilization. Ultimately, this represents a direct effort to translate policy into practical recovery by

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