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Police investigate new clash between Rivers communities
The Rivers State Police are investigating a clash between Eleme and Okrika communities over a land dispute. The violence has raised tensions in the area.
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Reps want special court and tougher laws to fight crude oil theft
The House of Representatives is pushing for a special court to tackle crude oil theft. They aim to strengthen laws to better fight oil-related crimes in Nigeria.
Metro
Enugu State pledges to ensure everyone has clean water
Governor Peter Mbah emphasizes clean water as a fundamental right. His administration is focused on improving water access in Enugu State.
Metro
FCT expands cooking gas initiative, helps 10,000 families
The FCTA's cooking gas initiative has reached 10,000 families, promoting cleaner energy and improving health. Beneficiaries received gas cylinders and vouchers.
Metro
Court orders police to charge officer over imam's death, awards N200 million to family
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the prosecution of a police officer for the killing of imam Kabiru Babai and awarded N200 million to his family.
Politics
PDP Candidate Claims Tax Authorities Targeting His University
Arthur-Jarvis Archibong, PDP governorship candidate, accuses the state government of using tax authorities to target his university, claiming it harms education.
Politics
Obi Encourages Nigerians to Trust Electoral Process
Peter Obi calls on Nigerians to participate in the electoral process and register for upcoming elections, emphasizing the importance of civic duties.
Politics
Supreme Court clears General Hydrocarbon’s oil vessel from seizure
The Supreme Court has overturned the seizure order for the FPSO Tamara Tokoni, ruling that the case is about a contract, not maritime law.
Metro
Federal Team Visits Bille Community Over Gas Leak
A federal government team visited the Bille community in Rivers State to assist residents affected by gas seepage. They promised to address the ongoing issues.
Politics
EU lawmakers want FIFA to check Infantino over Trump peace award
Fifty members of the European Parliament are calling for FIFA to investigate its president Gianni Infantino over a peace prize awarded to Donald Trump. They argue this violates FIFA's ethics code.
Metro
Nigeria is close to wiping out trachoma as only 11 LGAs remain
Nigeria is on the verge of eliminating trachoma, with only 11 local government areas left to reach elimination status. The country has achieved over 85 percent progress.
Metro
Nigeria starts e-cooking project to boost clean energy use
Nigeria has launched a national project to integrate electric cooking into its Clean Cooking Policy, aiming to improve clean energy access and reduce emissions.